Adopt

My name is Atlas!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated over 3 weeks ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

4

Approve Application

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $225

This helps Friends of Rescue - Huntsville, AL with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Catahoula Leopard Dog/American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn/White
Age
4 years 5 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
45 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
55

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

If you are looking for a cuddle buddy, Atlas is the guy for you. His unique looks and amazingly sweet and inquisitive personality are products of his rich breed mixture. Atlas (also known as "Mr. Steal Your Heart and Pillow") enjoys long walks, short car rides, exploring, cooling off in creeks, lounging around the house, playing tug, unstuffing plush toys, wrestling and playing the bitey face game with his doggy sibling, cuddling in bed, and anything else that allows him to spend time with his family. At almost 3 years old, he has outgrown most undesirable puppy behaviors, but is still an active boy who requires adequate exercise. He does well with children and other dogs. He has done well with cats! He likes to lead walks and can be overly eager to meet new dog friends, so some training in those areas is recommended. He also gets overwhelmed in busy settings and sometimes experiences stranger danger so it is advised to avoid crowded settings unless addressed by a trainer. He is overnight crate trained, but he becomes anxious when left in the crate for extended periods of time during the day so his ideal home would have a pet parent who is home for the greater part of the day. Atlas is learning how to pull carts. He is a very smart dog and seeks to please his owners.

Atlas is house/potty trained, neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines and preventatives.

If you would like to meet this handsome guy and make him part of your family, please complete an application at https://forrescue.net/dog-application/
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Contact info

Pet ID
55
Contact
Phone
Address
Huntsville, AL 35802

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

3.

Meet the Pet

4.

Approve Application

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

6.

Pay Fee

7.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We have many wonderful dogs and cats eagerly waiting for their FORever homes!

Our adoption fee includes comprehensive, age-appropriate veterinary care: spay/neuter, microchipping, vaccinations, heartworm and flea prevention, and any medical care needed.

Ready to adopt? Visit FORrescue.net, click on "Adopt", then select the appropriate application to apply for the pet you're interested in.

If you have any questions about Friends of Rescue or our adoption process, feel free to reach out to us at info@FORrescue.net—we’re happy to help!

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Our adoptable animals are fostered in loving homes throughout Huntsville, Alabama and the surrounding area. Because we do not operate a physical shelter, meet-and-greets are arranged by appointment only—typically after an adoption application has been submitted and approved.

More about this rescue

Friends of Rescue is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama with transport locations throughout the Great Lakes and New England. FOR is a volunteer-run, 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2009.

Our mission is to save adoptable dogs and cats from overcrowded Southern shelters where limited space, minimal funding, and high intake rates often lead to euthanasia.

We are not professional trainers or animal behaviorists—just dedicated individuals working together to give these animals a second chance. Every pet in our program lives in a loving foster home and receives age-appropriate veterinary care while awaiting adoption.

Our ultimate goal is to match each animal with a committed, compassionate individual or family who will provide a FORever home.

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