Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
House-trained,
Story
RESCUE-ONLY DEADLINECLOSE OF BUSINESS Tuesday May 19, 2026Must be pulled by a partnered rescue Name: ChicoAnimal ID: A871688Age: 1 year 5 monthsWeight:60 lbs.Web Link: 24petconnect.com/PimaAdoptablePets/Details/PIMA/A871688About: Chico is a 1-year-5-month-old brindle-and-black “mystery mix” whose DNA test would probably just come back saying, “yes.” Maybe there’s some German Shepherd, maybe a little pittie, maybe a dash of chaos gremlin — whatever the recipe is, Chico is 100% uniquely himself. This handsome Heinz 57 boy has spent far too much of his young life bouncing in and out of the shelter system after repeatedly showing up as a stray and going through multiple adoptions and even a foster home. Despite all the instability, Chico is still a goofy, energetic young dog who is eager for someone to finally commit to helping him succeed. Chico can be excitable, vocal, jumpy, and sometimes a little too enthusiastic about life, which means continued training, structure, and enrichment will be important for him as he matures into the amazing dog he has the potential to be. Previous homes reported that Chico struggled with separation anxiety and could become nervous around children, so he would do best in an adult-only home or one with older, dog-savvy kids who understand boundaries and can respect his space and warning signals. Chico has a bite history, including a recent bite quarantine after an incident where details were unclear, though it may have occurred during handling or leash-up after his trazodone had been discontinued and he was still adjusting in the home. There was also a previous incident involving a child that resulted in a minor bite injury to the hand. Chico has shown that when he feels overwhelmed or uncomfortable, he may react defensively, so he will need patient adopters who can read canine body language, move at his pace, and continue positive reinforcement training. Like many teenage dogs with too much energy and not enough hobbies, Chico has also been known to dabble in home remodeling projects when left unattended, so crate training with plenty of enrichment has helped him stay successful. Since Chico has made several unplanned solo adventures back to the shelter as a stray, he’ll also need a secure yard and supervision while outside to keep this wandering explorer safely at home where he belongs. Chico has spent enough time without stability — now he just needs the right people willing to see
