Adopt

My name is Blue!

Posted over 3 weeks ago

Cared for by ACCT Philly
Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Submit Application

3

Interview

4

Approve Application

5

Meet the Pet

6

Sign Adoption Contract

7

Pay Fee

Adoption fee: $80

This helps ACCT Philly with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Black
Age
1 year 1 month old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
162419

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Blue ACCT-A-162419 is a 1 year old neutered male who came to ACCT as an owner surrender due to the owner moving on 4/21. Owner noted that he is friendly, playful and medium energy. Owner also noted that he is good with children, cats, dogs and strangers. While in a foster home in our care Blue was noted to be reactive when he saw the cats shadow. Due to foster notes Blue would do better in a home with no cats.


On 5/5 foster noted that Blue is a very affectionate dog who lovessss attention from anyone. He is pretty much house-broken with no accidents! He used to pull on the leash a lot, but does not pull on it as much anymore; only when he sees people or animals. I have a cat in a separate room but he will still bark and reacts when he smells her or sees her shadow. However, due to his severe separation anxiety, the foster was no longer able to keep him as a foster. They noted that they left him in his crate while they were gone for 3 hours and the roommate noted that he was whining, barking, clawing, and throwing himself against the crate.

Per Volunteer 4/23:
He's super playful and loves belly rubs!
Blue Loves Belly Rubs https://youtube.com/shorts/_5FPuqBgp1s

On 4/22 staff noted- Blue was easy to leash- standing at the front with a wagging tail, soft eyes, and was very patient. no issues exiting or returning. Pulls Minimally On Leash. Loose/Allows all handling. Blue was friendly in the room with us and very well mannered. He allowed all over handling and would lean in for pets and comfort. He was whining and panting a lot indicating stress, but would seek out comfort from his handlers. No interest in treats at this time. Did well meeting multiple staff members.

On 4/21 during intake he was noted to be bright, alert, responsive, anxious but otherwise appears healthy.
Shelter
ACCT Philly

Contact info

Pet ID
162419
Contact
Address
111 W. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Submit Application

3.

Interview

4.

Approve Application

5.

Meet the Pet

6.

Sign Adoption Contract

7.

Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Kittens (under 6 months): $100

Adult cats (over 6 months to 7 years): $50

Older adult cats (over 7 years): Pick your own donation towards Stella Fund towards medical care. Includes FAQ handout.

Cats with Kitty Colds: Pick your own donation towards Stella Fund toward medical care. Includes FAQ handout and medication.

"Fraidy" Cats (TTA Program): Donation your own donation towards Kneady Cat Fund towards cat enrichment. Includes FAQ handout.

Puppies (under 6 months): $100

Adult dogs (over 6 months): $25

Pen Pal dogs: $20

Benefactor dogs: $150

The adoption fee includes your new pet’s spay/neuter surgery, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, and an offer for 30 days of free pet health insurance.

Dogs: Microchip included with adoption fee
Cats: Microchip only $10 more!

Cats and kittens can always be adopted two for the price of one through our Adopt-A-Buddy program.

Dog licenses: $16 if you live within Philadelphia city limits

**Please bring photo ID with your current name and address**

Go meet their pets

LOOKING TO ADOPT?
Email: adopt@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/adopt
Adoptions hours:
Monday - Friday: 1pm – 8pm
Weekends: 10am – 5pm

INTERESTED IN FOSTERING?
Email: foster@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/foster
Foster care hours:
Monday - Friday: 1pm - 8pm
Weekends: 10am - 5pm

We are located at:
111 W. Hunting Park Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19140

More about this shelter

The Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) is the region’s largest animal care and control service provider. ACCT Philly is an independent, 501c3 nonprofit organization, contracted by the City of Philadelphia to provide animal control services. Our animal control officers provide service over 142.6 square miles to the city’s more than 1.5 million residents and ACCT Philly’s facility in North Philadelphia handles more than 17,000 of the city’s animals, from dogs and cats, to small animals, reptiles, birds and wildlife, annually.

In addition to animal control and sheltering, ACCT Philly is open 365 days a year for pet adoptions. ACCT Philly also supports a foster care program where community members provide temporary homes for sheltered animals and one of the (if not THE) most extensive rescue partnership program in the country where approved rescue partners accept ACCT Philly animals into their adoption programs. Under contract ACCT Philly’s Animal Control Officers provide animal control services and code enforcement. Other exciting ACCT Philly programs include a food pantry for low-income pet owners, a vibrant volunteer program, trap-neuter-return for community cats, a unique Pen Pal program to assist dogs at risk … and so much more!