Adopt

My name is Kincaid!

Posted over 2 weeks ago

Cared for by 716 PAWS
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Home Check

3

Approve Application

4

Meet the Pet

5

Sign Adoption Contract

My basic info

Breed
American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Age
2 years 1 month old,
Size
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_2587304-1514641

My story

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

Name: Kincaid
Breed: Pitt Mix
Age: 10/22/23 (2 years old)
Sex: Male neutered
Location: Buffalo
Weight: 40lbs

Kincaid’s Story: A Tale of Hope and Heart

Once upon a time, there was a dog named Kincaid — though he didn’t always have that name. Before he was “Kincaid,” he was just another soul wandering the streets, scared and alone. He didn’t understand why he’d been left behind, why the people he loved were gone, or how he was supposed to survive on his own.

The days were long, the nights were cold, and the world didn’t seem to have a place for him. He searched for food, for kindness, for someone to look past his tough exterior and see his gentle heart. But everywhere he went, people turned away. They saw a pit bull — and they saw “scary.” They didn’t see the loving, loyal boy behind those big, soulful eyes.

Still, Kincaid never gave up. Like the Buffalo Bills, he believed that even when things looked bleak, there was always a chance to turn it around.

One day, a kind man found him wandering and brought him to the shelter. Kincaid was relieved to finally be safe — but soon, he overheard the words that crushed his spirit: “No one wants him.” Days turned into weeks and nobody came for him.

Then, one heartbreaking day, he heard the shelter staff whisper, “It’s time… no one’s interested. He’s taking up space.” Kincaid lowered his head, his hope flickering — until a woman stepped forward.

She looked at him, really looked at him, and said, “I believe in you. You deserve a chance.” She named him Kincaid, after Dalton Kincaid of the Buffalo Bills — a player who always steps up when times get tough, who proves that determination and heart can change everything.

And just like that, Kincaid’s story took its turn.

Today, Kincaid is waiting for his forever home — one filled with warmth, laughter, and love. He’s a lover of people, life, and ear scratches. He’ll greet you with a wagging tail, a grateful heart, and the spirit of a team that never quits.

Kincaid is available for adoption now, ready to bring joy, hope, and unconditional love into your life. Because just like his namesake, when life gets tough, Kincaid steps up — and he’ll always be your loyal teammate. 

Kincaid is currently working on potty training, knows sit and walks well on a leash.

If you are interested in Kincaid please apply at https://www.716paws.org/adopt or message the rescue on Facebook, if you're already approved. 


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Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2587304-1514641
Contact
Phone
Address
Amherst, NY 14226
Donation

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

First you will need to submit an application on our website. Once your application is received we distribute to our volunteers to process.

2.

Home Check

This visit is a non dog meeting where a volunteer will meet with you and the members of your household to discuss the adoption process.

3.

Approve Application

Once you have been approved you will need to contact us via email or Facebook to add your name to the list for one of our dogs.

4.

Meet the Pet

Once your name comes up in the order of approved adopters, the foster will contact you to schedule a meeting.

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

Once you have had a meet and greet you get 24 hours to think of weather you'd like to adopt. Both the foster and adopter must mutually agre

Additional adoption info

You can find details on our entire adoption process as well as FAQ's on our website.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

716 Paws is a group of avid animal advocates who knows its our responsibility and passion to help both families and animals find their perfect match. We are a volunteer-based animal rescue group founded to facilitate the placement of animals into their best-matched forever home. We help both local and out of state animals find homes. Our goal is to reduce the overall euthanasia rate amongst canines and to give both dog and human alike a forever companion.

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