This pitiful looking bulldog was picked up by BARC, the City of Houston shelter as a stray from one of the worst parts of Houston. He was not adoptable as he was hairless with skin issues and two cherry eyes (third eyelid bulging requiring surgery). He was on a stray hold and posted to see if any rescues may step up or he would be euthanized the next day. His picture spoke to me and we agreed to foster him so Three Little Pitties pulled him and his life was saved. He had a severe case of dermatitis, smelled terribly, and looked like a pink hairless possum. His disposition from the very beginning told us that this ugly duckling had such a sweet side. He had to have a medicated bath every third day and slowly, his hair started to grow back. He was under weight, but with proper feeding with added salmon oil, he slowly started to gain weight and soon the bulldog personality started to surface. At first, the only toy he knew was a tennis ball. That quickly changed as he was living with a pack of four other dogs who taught him what toys were and he has never looked back. One of the funniest things he does is throw his toy up in the air, he will fling it all over the place so watch the breakables! He knows how to retrieve toys and bring them back to you, and tugging is one of his favorite games. I think the main thing we can say about Mr. Bibble is he is a true clown. Included here in his photo portfolio are the many centerfold pictures of Mr. Bibble, we have been told he should have his own calendar. He was not neutered, so he was pulling our giant dog beds all over the place, and yes, humping them, was one of his favorite pastimes. Now that he is neutered, the humping should subside. He also has had both of his cherry eyes fixed and is quite handsome now! We think at one time he belonged to someone as he has no fear of people and loves attention. He seems intrigued by cats but seems to do well with them. We are working on the housebreaking and he now knows how to ring the bells that are attached to the back door. He now knows how to sit on command and he is really pretty smart. Mr. Bibble is an energic boy of about two years old. He has now put on almost ten pounds and is weighing in at about 48 lbs. He would not be a good fit in a home with young children as he has so much energy, he could possibly knock them over. We are currently working with him on his energy level to make him sit when he gets a bit too rambunctious. He has learned very quickly that our hands are the “good stuff.” The hands give him all the petting, the rubbing, and the attention. He wants that so badly that when he has been in his kennel or away from us for a while, he gets so excited he jumps and tries to get to “the good stuff”, your hands. He has such a big underbite that he doesn’t realize that he is nipping at you while he is so excited. This is typical bulldog behavior and we believe he would do best in a home with another young dog to help with his energy level. In addition, I think his ideal home would be someone with bulldog experience. He could definitely benefit from an obedience class, but as I said, he already knows sit, off, and is learning very fast. He absolutely loves sleeping in the bed and is an incredible cuddler. He loves to toast his buns in front of the fire in the early morning, or wants to lay next to you while you have your morning coffee. We have come very close to foster failing with him, and if we did not already have a pack of four, he wouldn’t be leaving. He has the funniest personality that will always keep you entertained. Please consider being Mr. Bibble’s forever family, he is truly a very special dog. At one time someone’s trash, but I can assure you, he is definitely a true treasure!
Application link: https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/65ca3019c210fd1e7f07fa36
Please email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org with any questions.
Available for adoption in NV, MT, CO,UT, ID, OR, WA, Canada, and now the East Coast! Our PNW dogs are brought to you in style by a beautiful USDA licensed semi-truck, equipped with air conditioning for comfort, two drivers, and 2 onboard attendants providing 24 hour care. Our East Coast route will travel in a private, air conditioned 3LP-run van transport. Pick up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private FB Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. One of our Adoption Coordinators can help to find the closest transport pick up location to you! The adoption fee is $1000 and includes all vetting as recommended by our doctor: DAPP (2 to 4 depending on age and time in the program), Bordetella, Rabies vaccine (if old enough), multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, 2 months of heartworm preventative, extended medical such as dentals, eye surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries prior to adoption when suggested by our partner vets, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar for dogs over 4 months old, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and many priceless years of love and loyal companionship! *WE ARE TOLD THAT WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND MEDICALLY. This is the feedback we tend to get, although we cannot guarantee perfect health. *To fully vet a dog in the PNW at many vets it would be upwards of $1,800 just to fix, vaccinate, chip, etc. The adoption fees charged by our rescue do not cover our expenses medically for each animal, but we offset costs with donations. Your adoption fee is considered a donation towards actual costs. Why adopt from Three Little Pitties? The stray and animal overpopulation in the Greater Houston area is the highest in the nation. Statistics show that there are over 1 million homeless animals in this region alone. Three Little Pitties Rescue is a nonprofit dog and cat rescue that partners with the community to make a difference. Our mission is to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and saving all breeds of dogs and cats from the streets or animal shelters that oftentimes have no other option but to euthanize animals for space. This dog you’ve found online is lucky to be in our program, and even luckier to have you notice it! Three Little Pitties wants to set you and your new pet up for success! We know our dogs and we work hard to prepare them socially for adoption. We are a network of dedicated people who are heavily invested in seeing our animals thrive. From the moment they are accepted into our program, our Intake, Behavior & Medical teams prepare them for adoption by properly vetting, behaviorally assessing, and providing customized plans depending on the dog’s needs. We seek to adopt to families who understand that these are rescue dogs and will require continued training efforts, but will be well on their way to being the best dogs that they can be! It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these special perks: • 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion (must register within 24 hours of first vet appt.) • A free private online dog training session with GoodPup plus low pricing for future sessions (approx $25 weekly for an 8 week course of one session per week) • One free bonus toy in every BarkBox when signing up for their Super Chewer subscription plan • 70% off of your first order of Fetch, a PNW based, organic fresh dog food loaf meal subscription plan • Coupons for a fun visit to Petco • Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup! We celebrated our 5 year anniversary this year! Through the combined efforts of all of our hardworking staff and volunteers, we have placed over 12,000 very lucky dogs and cats into amazing homes! By adopting from us, you save TWO lives! The pet you adopt, and you create an opportunity for another animal to be saved in that spot. Together, we can be heroes. Follow our rescue journey through the links below! https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org/ https://www.facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue https://www.instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue *Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $62 surcharge for transport. DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results or AKC registration were provided at intake.
