Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Adoption Bio: Church — Pocket Bully
Meet Church, Pocket Bully (born 2022) with a huge heart, a big snore, and an even bigger desire to be close to his people. He is the definition of a cuddler — happiest when he’s pressed against you, snoring like a freight train, soaking up every bit of affection he can get.
Church is house trained, dog friendly, cat friendly, stranger friendly, and great with kids 6+. He knows sit and lay down, especially when treats are involved. Outside, he’s active and playful; inside, he’s a lazy, affectionate couch companion. He loves playfighting, loves other dogs (even if he sometimes gets a little too excited), and he always feels bad right away if he misreads the moment.
Personality
The sweetest, most affectionate boy
A total lap dog
Big snorer, big cuddler
Loves other dogs and enjoys roughhousing
Prefers women but loves attention from anyone
Protective in a gentle, loyal way
Important Things to Know
Church is a wonderful dog, but he is not an apartment dog and he is not a dog who can be left alone.
He struggles with severe separation anxiety and has been destructive when left alone.
He is not a fan of being in a kennel.
Church needs to dine alone, so a separate space is needed from other animals during meal times.
He also bolts out the door, so safety and secure handling are essential.
Church will benefit from some training and that will help him adjust in a new environment. (The owner is willing to help with training cost.)
Ideal Home
Church needs a very specific type of home to thrive:
A fenced yard or someone strong enough to handle his leash pulling
A home that understands anxiety behaviors and will continue vetguided treatment
A family committed to structure, patience, and lots of affection
A home willing to manage foodrelated boundaries with other pets
Someone that is home most of the time
He is active outdoors, but calm and cuddly indoors — the perfect mix for someone who wants a loyal shadow by their side all day.
Why He’s Worth It
Church is one of those dogs who gives his whole heart to his person. He wants to be loved, included, and reassured. In the right home, he will be the most devoted, affectionate companion you could ask for. He just needs someone who understands his anxiety and can give him the stability he’s been missing.
If you’re looking for a loyal, snuggly, peopleoriented dog who wants nothing more than to be by your side, Church might be your perfect match.
The suggested adoption donation for Church is $250, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training). Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees.Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver.Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months.
To learn about Muddy Paws Last Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.Please Note: A Courtesy Post designates that an animal is still in the home of its owner and not in a Muddy Paws foster. This means that our exposure to the animal is limited since we only assist the owner in finding a new home for their pet. From time to time, owners find a new furever home for their pets outside of Muddy Paws Last Chance Rescue, and there is a delay in removing them from our site. We apologize if the Courtesy Post you apply to adopt is unavailable for adoption.
If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you. Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost. If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice. If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses. [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.] All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age. All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized. Thank you in advance for your compliance.
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