Size
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Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sentry, 9 months(estimated DOB Jan 2026), neutered male, Retriever/Pitbull mix, currently weighs 55 pounds, estimated to be a large size when full grown. He is in a foster home in Houston, TEXAS and able to transport once matched to an adopter. A picture of mom for reference is also included in the profile pictures- she is 55 pounds.
This family was rescued from the woods in a rural and well known dumping area outside of Houston. Wanda, mom, had her litter of puppies during a cold freeze that came through Texas at that time. A networker discovered her and her 2 day old puppies. We were able to move mom and 6 puppies to safety in a foster home.
Sentry is starting to navigate the world around him. He has his siblings and mom to play with. Sentry is the most confident of the males along with his sister Dagger. He is outgoing, friendly and playful. He is always first in line for pets.
Sentry is not fully house broken or crate trained. He has typical puppy energy. He has not interacted with cats, but has been around children.
Puppyhood is a crucial developmental period. It’s when they learn house manners, crate comfort, appropriate chewing habits, and how to navigate the world with confidence. Leash work doesn’t happen overnight — it takes daily practice, positive reinforcement, and lots of encouragement to help a puppy learn not to pull, zig-zag, or get distracted by every leaf that blows by. The time invested early makes all the difference later.
One of the biggest areas of focus at this age is socialization. Safe, positive exposure to new people, sounds, environments, and other dogs helps shape a stable, confident adult dog. We love seeing our puppies grow up with a well-adjusted canine role model in the home. A resident dog can help teach appropriate play, communication cues, and boundaries in ways humans simply can’t replicate. For that reason, we prefer homes that already have another friendly, well-mannered dog to help mentor and guide this puppy.
That said, we understand that not every home has another dog. If you do not currently have a dog, we will want to know your specific plan for socialization once your puppy is old enough and fully vaccinated. This might include structured puppy classes, regular playdates with trusted dogs, supervised daycare, or other intentional, safe opportunities for positive canine interaction. A proactive approach is essential.
Because this is such an important stage of development, we also do not adopt puppies of this age into homes where someone is away for more than four hours at a time during the day. Puppies need frequent potty breaks, structured training sessions, enrichment, and human interaction to build healthy habits and prevent anxiety or behavioral challenges. This early investment sets them up for lifelong success.
Raising a puppy takes time, flexibility, and dedication — but the reward is an incredible lifelong companion who trusts you, looks to you for guidance, and grows into a confident, well-balanced dog. If you’re ready for the work, the payoff is immeasurable.
***Listed BREED and AGE - We are taking our best guess & recommendations from our veterinarian on age, breed and size when fully grown. We rarely know a dog's exact age nor are we able to tell the true or full breed mix of dogs as our information is limited most of the time. ***
Interested in applying to adopt him? Fill out an adoption application at the link below!
https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/PRP/Dog
