Posted over 2 months ago | Updated over 2 months ago
Age:5
Weight: 115
Location: Syracuse, NY
Nicknames:
Good with other dogs?: Yes.
Can be reactive with some large male dogs
Good with cats? yes
Good with children? yes
Activity Preference: Needs in-house activities, Low maintenance overall but needs quality outside time., Champion couch potato
IQ: Average
Rocko's favorite things: Kongs or toys for hard chewers
Squeaky toys
Large bones
Cheese strings/ american cheese slice
Chasing leaf blowers, weed whackers, vacuums or anything that makes loud noise
Rocko is good at: meeting people, behaving in the house, going for car rides, walking on a leash, playing
Ideal home: a fenced yard
Training Needs: other: crate training (has not been crated since 1 yr old)
Health issues: Environmental allergies that affect paws/skin. He takes low dose of prednisone (~2mg) each day to help manage swollen paws. We also clean paws daily with diluted chlorhexidine and 'mud buster' cleaner. When flare ups are bad we get a prescription of Keflex from the veterinarian. He may respond well to allergy immunotherapy but we have not tried that yet.
Rocko is a big-hearted, 5-year-old American Bulldog who’s as sweet as he is strong. He’s fully house-trained, neutered, and loves spending time with people of all ages. Despite his impressive size, Rocko is a total gentle giant—affectionate, calm, and very aware of his strength.
He enjoys a moderate amount of exercise—one good walk a day keeps him happy and healthy. Rocko knows his basic commands (“sit,” “stay,” “come,” “wait,” and “go”) but, like most bulldogs, he can be a little stubborn at times. He’s up to date on vaccines and is microchipped.
Rocko does have mild environmental allergies that cause occasional paw irritation. To keep him comfortable, he takes a low daily dose of prednisone. This routine has worked well to manage his symptoms.
When outside, Rocko should remain on-leash—he’s generally good about staying nearby, but his recall isn’t reliable once he’s distracted. He’s non-aggressive and has done well around other dogs, though he can sometimes be reactive toward large male dogs.
If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion who thrives on love and routine, Rocko might be your perfect match!
PLEASE READ: Adopters will not be considered without completing an application. Please visit www.AmericanBulldogRescue.org to apply! Remember - Adoption is always the best option! If you can't help by adopting a homeless pet, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to American Bulldog Rescue, 4 Terry Drive, Suite 1D Newtown, PA 18940 or paypal AmericanBulldogRescue@verizon.net. We cannot place dogs in homes with children under 10 unless that dog has lived with kids or is in a foster home with kids. Thank you.
To be considered for adoption, you must apply using our free, online application. Our dogs are fostered in our volunteers' homes, not in a central shelter/location. Only approved applicants are put into contact with the foster family to setup a meeting with the foster dog. Visit our Adoption Policies web page for more information and a link to our application: http://americanbulldogrescue.org/adoption-policies/.
Age:5
Weight: 115
Location: Syracuse, NY
Nicknames:
Good with other dogs?: Yes.
Can be reactive with some large male dogs
Good with cats? yes
Good with children? yes
Activity Preference: Needs in-house activities, Low maintenance overall but needs quality outside time., Champion couch potato
IQ: Average
Rocko's favorite things: Kongs or toys for hard chewers
Squeaky toys
Large bones
Cheese strings/ american cheese slice
Chasing leaf blowers, weed whackers, vacuums or anything that makes loud noise
Rocko is good at: meeting people, behaving in the house, going for car rides, walking on a leash, playing
Ideal home: a fenced yard
Training Needs: other: crate training (has not been crated since 1 yr old)
Health issues: Environmental allergies that affect paws/skin. He takes low dose of prednisone (~2mg) each day to help manage swollen paws. We also clean paws daily with diluted chlorhexidine and 'mud buster' cleaner. When flare ups are bad we get a prescription of Keflex from the veterinarian. He may respond well to allergy immunotherapy but we have not tried that yet.
Rocko is a big-hearted, 5-year-old American Bulldog who’s as sweet as he is strong. He’s fully house-trained, neutered, and loves spending time with people of all ages. Despite his impressive size, Rocko is a total gentle giant—affectionate, calm, and very aware of his strength.
He enjoys a moderate amount of exercise—one good walk a day keeps him happy and healthy. Rocko knows his basic commands (“sit,” “stay,” “come,” “wait,” and “go”) but, like most bulldogs, he can be a little stubborn at times. He’s up to date on vaccines and is microchipped.
Rocko does have mild environmental allergies that cause occasional paw irritation. To keep him comfortable, he takes a low daily dose of prednisone. This routine has worked well to manage his symptoms.
When outside, Rocko should remain on-leash—he’s generally good about staying nearby, but his recall isn’t reliable once he’s distracted. He’s non-aggressive and has done well around other dogs, though he can sometimes be reactive toward large male dogs.
If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion who thrives on love and routine, Rocko might be your perfect match!
PLEASE READ: Adopters will not be considered without completing an application. Please visit www.AmericanBulldogRescue.org to apply! Remember - Adoption is always the best option! If you can't help by adopting a homeless pet, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to American Bulldog Rescue, 4 Terry Drive, Suite 1D Newtown, PA 18940 or paypal AmericanBulldogRescue@verizon.net. We cannot place dogs in homes with children under 10 unless that dog has lived with kids or is in a foster home with kids. Thank you.
To be considered for adoption, you must apply using our free, online application. Our dogs are fostered in our volunteers' homes, not in a central shelter/location. Only approved applicants are put into contact with the foster family to setup a meeting with the foster dog. Visit our Adoption Policies web page for more information and a link to our application: http://americanbulldogrescue.org/adoption-policies/.
