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My basic info
Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Merle
Age
6 years 5 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
80 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
39782
My details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
Heartworm negative
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Want to meet a true couch potato in dog form? Check out Patches O'Houlihan!
Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
Age: Over 6 years
Weight: 63 lbs
Energy Level: Low to Medium
House-Trained & Crate-Trained: ✔️✔️
💙 Personality:
Patches is a mellow, sweet soul who loves nothing more than a calm, consistent routine and a human to keep his big brown eyes on. He’s a loyal shadow who will follow you from room to room just in case you need him (bathroom buddy included!). Once he bonds with you (which can take a little time—he likes to be sure), he’s a snuggly couch potato who’ll lay his head on your chest and soak up the love.
🛋 Alone Time:
No separation anxiety here! Patches is perfectly content when left alone. No chewing, no howling—just good naps and keeping the couch warm until you get home.
🐾 Favorite Things:
Walks & Car Rides 🚗 (especially with the window cracked for sniffing!)
Treats, treats, and more treats! 🍖
Being close to his person 💕
Snuggling once he's comfortable 🛏
Sitting calmly for snacks while you eat 😇
🎓 Skills:
Sit, wait for food, give kisses 💋
Learns quickly with positive reinforcement and snacks
Very food-motivated (expect some furniture-leaping enthusiasm when snacks are involved!)
🐶 In Public:
Polite and curious with people. Walks well on a harness—just keep an eye out for other pets as he can get a bit too excited. He redirects well and is eager to please.
🚗 In the Car:
A perfect passenger! Prefers the back seat but is always happy to ride along. Loves to sniff out the window (leash secured for safety!).
🏡 Ideal Home:
Adults only or a calm, child-free household
A homebody or couple—someone who wants a loyal companion and doesn't entertain large crowds often
A predictable routine and a patient adopter who will give him the time he needs to feel safe and secure
🧡 Special Notes:
Patches has a few quirks—he may growl when uncomfortable, especially with things like foot handling—but he’s just expressing his nerves. With time, patience, and positive reinforcement, he adjusts beautifully. His anxiety shows up as mouthiness and humping, but both improve as he bonds and settles in.
Patches isn’t the dog for everyone—but he might be the perfect dog for you. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving, protective sidekick who’ll stick by you no matter what, Patches is ready to be your guy. Come meet this handsome heart-stealer today!
Please contact our foster coordinator by text or email to get more information and to get in contact with Patches amazing foster parent! 336-937-1867 or scrandall@guilfordcountync.gov
Want to meet a true couch potato in dog form? Check out Patches O'Houlihan!
Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
Age: Over 6 years
Weight: 63 lbs
Energy Level: Low to Medium
House-Trained & Crate-Trained: ✔️✔️
💙 Personality:
Patches is a mellow, sweet soul who loves nothing more than a calm, consistent routine and a human to keep his big brown eyes on. He’s a loyal shadow who will follow you from room to room just in case you need him (bathroom buddy included!). Once he bonds with you (which can take a little time—he likes to be sure), he’s a snuggly couch potato who’ll lay his head on your chest and soak up the love.
🛋 Alone Time:
No separation anxiety here! Patches is perfectly content when left alone. No chewing, no howling—just good naps and keeping the couch warm until you get home.
🐾 Favorite Things:
Walks & Car Rides 🚗 (especially with the window cracked for sniffing!)
Treats, treats, and more treats! 🍖
Being close to his person 💕
Snuggling once he's comfortable 🛏
Sitting calmly for snacks while you eat 😇
🎓 Skills:
Sit, wait for food, give kisses 💋
Learns quickly with positive reinforcement and snacks
Very food-motivated (expect some furniture-leaping enthusiasm when snacks are involved!)
🐶 In Public:
Polite and curious with people. Walks well on a harness—just keep an eye out for other pets as he can get a bit too excited. He redirects well and is eager to please.
🚗 In the Car:
A perfect passenger! Prefers the back seat but is always happy to ride along. Loves to sniff out the window (leash secured for safety!).
🏡 Ideal Home:
Adults only or a calm, child-free household
A homebody or couple—someone who wants a loyal companion and doesn't entertain large crowds often
A predictable routine and a patient adopter who will give him the time he needs to feel safe and secure
🧡 Special Notes:
Patches has a few quirks—he may growl when uncomfortable, especially with things like foot handling—but he’s just expressing his nerves. With time, patience, and positive reinforcement, he adjusts beautifully. His anxiety shows up as mouthiness and humping, but both improve as he bonds and settles in.
Patches isn’t the dog for everyone—but he might be the perfect dog for you. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving, protective sidekick who’ll stick by you no matter what, Patches is ready to be your guy. Come meet this handsome heart-stealer today!
Please contact our foster coordinator by text or email to get more information and to get in contact with Patches amazing foster parent! 336-937-1867 or scrandall@guilfordcountync.gov
We recommend that your current pets are up to date on all of their vaccines before bringing home your new pet.
Additional adoption info
All dog and cat adoptions include age appropriate vaccines, rabies vaccines, microchip, spay/neuter, full body checkup, and flea and tick treatment.
If the dog or cat you choose to adopt is already spayed or neutered, they can go home the same day; otherwise, the spay/neuter surgery is scheduled when you adopt, and you can pick up your new pet after the surgery.
If you have any questions about our adoption process, please visit us at http://guilfordanimalservices.com or email Arryn at svalitzski@guilfordcountync.gov
Thank you for considering adoption. We are so happy that you are planning to join the GCAS Family!
All dog and cat adoptions include age appropriate vaccines, rabies vaccines, microchip, spay/neuter, full body checkup, and flea and tick treatment.
If the dog or cat you choose to adopt is already spayed or neutered, they can go home the same day; otherwise, the spay/neuter surgery is scheduled when you adopt, and you can pick up your new pet after the surgery.
If you have any questions about our adoption process, please visit us at http://guilfordanimalservices.com or email Arryn at svalitzski@guilfordcountync.gov
Thank you for considering adoption. We are so happy that you are planning to join the GCAS Family!
Go meet their pets
The Guilford County Animal Shelter is located at 980 Guilford College Rd. in Greensboro, NC. We are open for adoptions 12-4pm any day except for Tuesdays. For more information please visit http://guilfordanimalservices.com
Follow our Facebook page (Facebook) to find out about our adoption events.
The Guilford County Animal Shelter is located at 980 Guilford College Rd. in Greensboro, NC. We are open for adoptions 12-4pm any day except for Tuesdays. For more information please visit http://guilfordanimalservices.com
Follow our Facebook page (Facebook) to find out about our adoption events.
More about this shelter
The Guilford County Animal Shelter is the only public shelter in Guilford County. We are a professional, caring organization devoted to saving the lives of lost, abandoned and surrendered animals of Guilford County, N.C. We strive to humanely care for all the animals and work diligently to return lost animals to their owners.
We are committed to making every adoption of every animal a positive, permanent experience for both the animals and the pet owner. We work collaboratively with other rescue organizations to help place specific dogs, cats, livestock, exotic and wildlife. We also conduct community awareness programs on pet care and responsibility, as well as pet therapy at senior residence homes.
GCAS is committed to every animal that arrives at our facility. Our staff is devoted to treating every animal with a curable illness in order to help it get adopted. We are proud to have a 97% success rate with dogs and a 78% success rate with cats.
We are a proud adoption partner of Pets for Patriots, a nationally operating 501(c)(3) charity saving lives through companion pet adoption for United States veterans.
The Guilford County Animal Shelter is the only public shelter in Guilford County. We are a professional, caring organization devoted to saving the lives of lost, abandoned and surrendered animals of Guilford County, N.C. We strive to humanely care for all the animals and work diligently to return lost animals to their owners.
We are committed to making every adoption of every animal a positive, permanent experience for both the animals and the pet owner. We work collaboratively with other rescue organizations to help place specific dogs, cats, livestock, exotic and wildlife. We also conduct community awareness programs on pet care and responsibility, as well as pet therapy at senior residence homes.
GCAS is committed to every animal that arrives at our facility. Our staff is devoted to treating every animal with a curable illness in order to help it get adopted. We are proud to have a 97% success rate with dogs and a 78% success rate with cats.
We are a proud adoption partner of Pets for Patriots, a nationally operating 501(c)(3) charity saving lives through companion pet adoption for United States veterans.
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