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Lux

American Pit Bull Terrier Rottweiler

Male, Young
Newport, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Happy go lucky Lux is a sweet, cuddly, playful, 2.5 year old rottweiler/terrier mix with moderate energy levels. He’s 54 lbs and looks like a mini chocolate lab. He wants to be your one and only and would do best with children who are calmer/respect boundaries so we recommend 12+ He is shy at first but fiercely loyal and so loving once he feels safe. He will make the best companion for someone who is kind, loving, and consistent. He would love an active family as he is always up for an adventure but also is fine with a 30 minute walk/day. He loves walks, car rides, and playing keep away with his ball, he would rather you chase him while he runs away than drop it for you! He’s a silly and funny guy who always brings a smile to my face. I crate him while I’m away as he’s still learning some of the do’s and don’ts of home life. He is fully house/crate trained but sometimes rubber shoes appeal to him. To be fair, a lot of his toys are rubber so who can blame him!?  He is not a hard or unruly dog, he just hasn’t had the best luck and is often overlooked. He is 100x better and easier than a puppy but still needs a few reminders on the good boy behavior.  He occasionally jumps up on the counter or me when excited but listens well to the “off” command. He is just happy, curious, and excited to be with his person.   He is great on leash, doesn’t lunge, bark, or pull to get to other dogs and just casually observes them during our walks. He is very quiet in the home and only barks when he hears something outside near the home. His bark is low and masculine and not high pitched.   If someone approaches us on a walk he does have stranger danger and is cautious of them. If it’s a friend of yours, I just bring treats and have my friend give him a treat and he’s fine. He likes to protect me while I’m in the bathroom and often stands guard, which is pretty cute and sweet. He’s protective, loyal, loving, and playful, but also knows how to just hang out and enjoy down time. &#226&#157&#164&#239&#184&#143 Lux is available for adoption or you can apply to foster to adopt him to see if he’s the right fit for you. He has been professionally trained and comes with three free training/refresher sessions. All fosters are supplied with everything they need: crates, food, bowls, toys, and medical coverage. Fostering to adopt is a great and inexpensive way to see if this could be the right dog for you. It’s also so rewarding to help a dog in need by giving them a temporary home to lay their head at night until their forever family comes along. When our SAAP dogs aren’t in a foster home, they are kept with our boarding partners, which is very stressful and they get limited attention, exercise, and love For a no obligation meet and greet or to adopt or apply to foster to adopt Lux (everything is covered while you foster) apply online at https://www.adoptastray.com/foster-application or    https://www.adoptastray.com/dog-adoption-application   If you want to see more of Lux: Follow Stray Animal Adoption Program on Facebook, go to the main page and search for his name in the search box, and you’ll see all his videos and photos!  January 12, 2025, 8:45 pm
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Gigi

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Newport, KY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Gigi has been in her foster home for 8 months getting ready for adoption. She was feral when she was rescued by SAAP and she was terrified of people. She now wants to sleep as close to her foster mom as she can get and lets her pick her up and carry her around and even trim her nails! She will need time and patience in her forever home to feel safe. Gigi gets along great with other dogs and loves to sniff around outside and chase squirrels and birds. Gigi would do best in a calm home with a fenced yard and no children. Apply to meet this sweet girl at adoptastray.comNovember 4, 2024, 10:45 pm
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Piper

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Newport, KY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
She does love the yard. But walks on leash. Potties as soon as she hits the grass. Uses potty pads too. Sits up like a squirrel for attention. Flattens out and rolls over for belly rubs when you pick her up. Crate trained but does not need to be crated. Loves a snuggly dog bed. And would sleep with you under covers. Burrows like a mole. Loves her people when she gets to know you. Is fussy when dogs get in her face and when she is in your lap. Corrects easily. Leash up before opening door. She can be be speedy.November 4, 2024, 10:45 pm
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Hilda

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Newport, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
She is a petite, lil Pittie at around 45 lbs Hilda is a long-time SAAP resident who is looking for her furever home!! Hilda is a loving girl who is an expert kisser and cuddler. She has never been around small kids so older kids to no kids would be best. Hilda can get anxious around other dogs and can be reactive so her best home would have her be your one and only doggo. She is learning to be able to be around other dogs and not react. She is learning it’s ok and she doesn’t have to be scared. She is always excited to meet new people but can be a bit quirky so it’s best to meet outside and meet slowly with treats so she knows she doesn’t have to protect anyone! It would also be great for her to be able to continue her training so she can be the best dog!! If she sounds like your perfect dog; fill out an application and we can schedule a meet and greet!  November 4, 2024, 10:45 pm
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Cheerios

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Newport, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Cheerios This is Cheerios, she is heart healthy for you! She is quite possibly the prefect pit mix. Cheerios is house trained and crate trained but honestly doesn't need one! She is an awesome co-worker, snuggler and playmate for your dog. No cats for this girl though. Cheerios is a low to medium energy love who is friendly with all people. She came in shortly after giving birth but without her puppies and needed several teeth pulled. She is finally ready to start living her best life cuddling on someone's couch. Are you her someone? If you are interested reply to your approved application email or go to adoptastray.com to submit your application  Breed  Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix  Age  8 years 1 month 10 days  Gender  Female  Size  Medium  Spayed/Neutered    Adoption Price  $50.00November 7, 2024, 6:35 pm
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Hallie

Collie

Female, Senior
Newport, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Forgive me for being a negligent foster mom and allow me to introduce you to HALLIE (knows Stella). ?? This sweet 14.5 yo senior collie mix, about 55 pounds, was returned to SAAP after 6 years through no fault of her own.  What I've learned about Hallie so far:  ? Housebroken,  ? Enjoys her crate but doesn't need one, ? Loves walks & her person, ?/? Low energy: fantastic if you're looking for a dog to quietly keep you company, but not a good fit if you're looking for a companion to join you on epic adventures ?/? She is said to be good with kids but not cats, however, I have neither.  ? She was quite interested & curious when seeing a bunny hop by on our walk, so maybe no small prey in her future home would be best. ?/? May be dog selective. While she was not enthused at all to meet my 8yo male resident dog who is half her size (teeth bared by both on opposite sides of the baby gate), she was happily enamored to meet & follow my neighbor's 7/8yo male dog who is twice her size along the shared fence line. ? I'd recommend no or very minimal steps for Hallie. I have only 2 for her to climb into the house and she will struggle sometimes & is a bit stiff when rising from a nap. Likely a bit of arthritis in her legs. If Hallie sounds like she may be a good fit to live out her remaining years in the comfort of your home, please consider submitting your adoption application at AdoptAStray.com or replying to your approved app with her name.November 4, 2024, 10:45 pm

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Lucky Tales Rescue, Inc.

Ft. Thomas, KY 41075

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NKY Animal Control

Newport, KY 41071

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A Doggie 4 You - OH transport stop

Cincinnati, IL 41073

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Stray Animal Adoption Program

P.O. Box 72040, Newport, KY 41072

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Three Sisters Pet Rescue - OH

Cincinnati, OH 45214

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Hay Dude Critter Rescue - OH transport

Cincinnati, OH 45220

Pet Types: dogs, farm animals, horses

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Nileydog Rescue

P.O. Box 26065, Cincinnati, OH 45226

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Pooches & Purrs Cooperative - Cincinatti

Cincinatti, OH 45209

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