My name is SOCKS!

Posted over 2 months ago | Updated 1 month ago

Cared for by Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara Shelter

Adoption fee: $110

This helps Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara Shelter with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed

American Pit Bull Terrier/Australian Cattle Dog

Color

Black - with White

Age

1 year old, Young

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

58 lbs (current)

Sex

Male

Pet ID

A545088

My details

Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Meet Socks, an 11-month-old Pit/Heeler mix who’s never met a beach he
didn’t love. He’s all about sandy paws, salty breezes, and chasing waves —
though his favorite part is curling up next to his human afterward for a
long nap.

Socks is potty-trained, playful, and totally toy-obsessed. Tug-of-war? He’s
the reigning champ. A squeaky ball? Instant joy. And when the day winds
down, he’s happiest snuggled up in bed, dreaming about his next adventure.

He’s great with other dogs and would love a confident canine buddy to help
him feel secure. His low prey drive means he might even be fine with cats.
Socks is still shy with new people but getting braver every day with the
help of patient, kind friends at the shelter.

What this sun-soaked soul really needs is an experienced adopter who’ll
give him time to trust — and maybe take him to the beach once in a while.

Because under that shy exterior is a loyal, loving beach bum just waiting
to find his forever wave.

Shelter

Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID

A545088

Contact

shelter staff

Phone

(805) 681-5285

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Website

https://www.countyofsb.org/1386/Adoption-Procedures

Address

5473 Overpass Road, Goleta, CA 93111

Donation

Tangible donations for the care and enrichment of the shelter dogs are always welcome. Drop off at the shelter and ask for a tax-deductible receipt:

Wishlist

--Costco jerky treats
--EasyWalk(r) Harnesses (medium and large)
--NEW tug, soft, or squeaky toys of all sizes to be included in gift bags going home with adopted dogs
--Polyester Blankets (no fringe, no electric)
--Jackets and Sweaters
--Kongs of all shapes and sizes
--Treat-dispensing wobbler Kongs (large)
--Rope Toys

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Please review our adoptable animals before making an appointment to meet one of our dogs. The shelters do their best to have a posting of photos of dogs in foster and dogs temporarily away from the shelter.

You may visit our shelter at 5473 Overpass Road, Goleta, CA Monday - Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m with adoption hours from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our shelters are closed for lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Our volunteer adoption counselors or staff will be happy to show you any available dog for your consideration.

We also welcome out of town or out of state adoptions.

A dog adoption from the Santa Barbara Animal Shelter is $110 and includes a spay/neuter certificate, current vaccinations, rabies, health records, transition food, loaner items, goody bag, and a coupon for 4 free dog behavior training sessions which is funded by donations to K-9 PALS for the promotion of life-long homes for dogs. Dog license fees for your city or county are additional.

We are committed to being a resource for you for the life of your pet. You may contact our knowledgeable volunteers at any time with questions or reference needs for behavior modification, etc. We want your adoption to be "Fur-Ever."

Adoption application

https://www.countyofsb.org/1386/Adoption-Procedures

Go meet their pets

Adoption hours are Monday through Saturday 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm.

More about this shelter

Our Mission: To ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the animals and people we serve through proactive intervention, effective enforcement, collaboration, education, and the compassionate care and rehoming of sheltered animals.

Santa Barbara County operates two shelters in the County: Goleta/Santa Barbara & Santa Maria.