Frankie

Meet Frankie, a gentle soul with a big heart who is ready for his second chance. This 2.5-year-old, 70-pound neutered male American Staffordshire Terrier/Pit Bull mix is currently in a foster home in Austin, Texas, and can transport out of state once an approved adopter is lined up. Frankie and his sister Precious were found tied up in the front yard of an elderly man's home after being left behind by family members. Since then, Frankie has been slowly learning that the world can be kind and that humans are worth trusting.

Frankie is a quiet, tender-hearted pup. At first, he may seem shy and reserved, but once he feels safe, his sweet and affectionate personality shines through. He isn't demanding of attention; instead, he quietly seeks comfort by simply being near someone he trusts. In his foster home, Frankie lives with four other large dogs and has gradually building confidence, sometimes enjoying tug-of-war or a satisfying cardboard-shredding session. He has newly found toys to be fun and is more often content to observe from the sidelines until he's ready to join in. Importantly, his cautious approach is never aggressive; when unsure, Frankie chooses to retreat rather than react. Frankie finds a lot of comfort with other dogs. New humans, he is more reserved and waiting for that trust to be built. Again, no reactivity, just a lot of nervousness.

Ideal Home

Frankie would thrive in a patient and understanding home that can help him continue to gain confidence. A quieter household with a predictable routine will help him feel secure. His foster believes he would do well in a calm home with older kids who understand how to respect his boundaries. A securely fenced yard is ideal for him. Due to his history of escaping, his forever home will need secure fencing and supervision outdoors.

Ongoing Health

Frankie is up-to-date on vaccinations and is neutered. He has no known health conditions.

Training & Support

Frankie is house-trained and has not had any accidents or marking indoors since arriving in foster care. He does fine when left alone with free rein of a room. On leash, he is still a bit green and afraid of the leash, sometimes freezing. He is learning to wait his turn for treats and already understands simple cues like "no" and "food." He can be an escape artist, known to climb chain link or chicken wire fencing, so secure fencing and supervision are a must. He also finds new doorways or thresholds intimidating, but this is happening less often as he gains confidence. Frankie enjoys the company of other dogs and would likely thrive with a calm canine companion to show him the ropes.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

Frankie is located in Austin, Texas. He can transport out of state once an approved adopter is lined up. Transports run every few weeks.