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My name is Bowie!

Posted 2 days ago

Cared for by Ring Dog Rescue

My basic info

Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
22263526

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My health

Checkmark in teal circle Shots current

My story

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

If you say run, Bowie will run with you. If you say hide, he will hide with you! He isn’t named after Bowie just cause of that sick eyeliner he’s sporting. He’s as ride or die as they get!

 

Bowie is adorable, certainly. And he is the most sensitive little pittie man, looking for a dance partner that can show him the ropes and help him gain confidence on that dance floor of life. While he can be timid, all his foster family sees is his big heart and immense bravery. He may be taking a walk in that new neighborhood a little bit scared, but he’s up for exploring and gains confidence in new surroundings quickly. New friend (dog or person)on the scene? He’s gonna be nervous, but he’s gonna make that new friend.

 

He has done very well with children and thrives with other dogs. In fact, with a confident dog as a mentor, he really comes alive. He’s sweet, he’s smart, he snuggles. He’s the complete package in a petite little 40 lb body. 

 

And did we mention the eyeliner framing those big brown eyes. I mean, come one!

 

He does well with grooming, rides in the car well, and can be left alone. He’s still working on liking his crate, but with activities, he doesn’t mind staying in his crate.

 

Bowie would probably be best in a home with an outgoing, confident dog. He’s looking for a home in a quiet neighborhood and he needs a fence.  Bowie should not be in a home with cats. 

 

Are you ready to be Bowie’s hero? For more than just one day?



If you are interested in adopting Bowie, please fill out an application today!
February 12, 2026, 10:43 am
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
22263526
Contact
Address
Richmond, VA 23228
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Steps to adopt

1. Fill out an Adoption Application
2. Phone interview
3. Reference Checks
4. Meet and greet with the dog you are interested in (and any dogs you may have)
5. Home inspection
6. 1 week trial run (in home)
7. Finalize adoption (contract, collection of adoption fee and transfer of medical records)

Our adoption is fee $150.00, due at the end of your week trial, and includes spay or neuter, rabies (if of age), vaccinations, worming, microchip and any other medical required for the health of the particular animal.

The entire process can take 1-3 weeks to process, so please be patient and understand if you live outside of the Greater Richmond Area, the process may take longer. Our goal is to place the right bully in the right home.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Ring Dog Rescue is a 501c3 pit bull rescue organization based out of Richmond, Virginia. Our focus is on the rescue, rehabilitation and long term placement of pit bull-type dogs in our region, as well as on the continued and ongoing education of the general public on the true character of these dogs and their role in altering the current societal perception. In 2009, Ring Dog Rescue placed 87 dogs in loving, permanent homes across Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Washington D.C., New Jersey, Pennsylvania and South Carolina, representing a 26% increase in dogs adopted from 2008. Our dogs come from various sources, including local kill-shelters, as strays or even as removals from neglectful situations. Our dogs are provided full and complete medical care, including spay and neuter, vaccines, microchips and remediation of any ailments the dog may suffer, placed in foster homes, taught to be a family dog and then placed in an adoptive home, after a thorough screening process.

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