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My name is Speedy Gonzales!

Posted over 6 months ago | Updated 3 days ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Sign Adoption Contract

Adoption fee: $189

This helps Austin Pets Alive! with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Doberman Pinscher/Catahoula Leopard Dog
Color
Black/Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
2 years 6 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
60 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
186150

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Meet Speedy Gonzales! 🐾⚡

True to his name, Speedy Gonzales is an energetic pup with a big heart. This playful, zoomie-loving boy absolutely thrives outdoors — whether it’s running laps in the yard, exploring land, or just soaking up fresh air. A home with a big backyard (or even better, some acreage!) would be a dream come true for him.

Speedy is potty trained and does well with structure and routine. He’s very vocal and expressive — he’ll happily let you know when he’s excited, wants attention, or sees something interesting outside. He would do best in a home where someone is around most of the time, as he truly bonds with his people and doesn’t love being left alone for long stretches.

He isn’t a fan of bikes or motorcycles, so a calmer environment without frequent loud street traffic would suit him best. Because of his energy level and size, Speedy would thrive in a home with adults or older kids/teens rather than toddlers or babies.

At his core, Speedy Gonzales is a loyal, playful, affectionate boy who just needs a little extra love, guidance, and consistency to truly shine. If you’re looking for an active best friend who will keep you moving and adore you endlessly, Speedy might just be your perfect match.
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
186150
Contact
Phone
Address
1156 West Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78703

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Take a look at our Available Dogs page or our Available Cats page, depending on which kind of pet you’re interested in! Make note of a few d

2.

Meet the Pet

Visit our shelter locations every day from 12-6 to meet our on-site animals or get matched with an adoptable pet. New pets everyday!

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

Our application is more like a conversation. Come meet us today!

Additional adoption info

We are open to the public to visit available animals at our adoption locations. Visit us daily for same-day adoption or meet our dogs and cats.

Click the 'adoption inquiry' button in an animal's profile or email adopt@austinpetsalive.org with the name you’re interested in for the next steps on setting up your meet & greet.

If you need help finding the right match email matchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for dogs and catmatchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for cats with a short description of what you’re looking for and what your home environment is like.

Go meet their pets

Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.

Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703

Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703

Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703

More about this shelter

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.

A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.

To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.

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