Meet Santana!
Santana is a spirited five-year-old American Pitbull Terrier with a beautiful blue fawn coat and bright, engaging eyes. He's a loving boy who lights up around people, greeting everyone with his adorable happy foot taps and a flurry of kisses. Weighing about 65 pounds, Santana has a medium energy spirit, balancing playful bursts with cozy companionship. His favorite game involves a small rubber tire that he chases in gleeful circles, leaping high to catch it when it spins through the air. Santana knows his basic commands like sit and stay, comes when called, and enjoys car rides, always eager to be right by your side. He is crate-trained and feels most comfortable relaxing in his crate when left alone.
Ideal Home
Santana would thrive in a loving home where he is the only dog, as he has had ongoing altercations with other dogs in his current environment, especially male dogs. While he can be selective with dogs, he is very good with people and is affectionate, social, and gentle with both adults and children. With proper introductions and thoughtful management, he has shown he can do better with some female dogs. A home without small animals is recommended due to his natural prey drive. A fenced yard will also help him enjoy safe, happy playtime while staying active and engaged. He would do well with a family who understands large, strong companions and can provide structure, supervision, and consistency.
Ongoing Health
Santana is vaccinated and microchipped. He handles routine veterinary visits well. He currently needs to have a broken upper canine tooth extracted, along with a small mole above his eye that should be evaluated by a veterinarian. His adoption will require that he be neutered by his new family.
Training & Support
Santana can become destructive and curious with food if given too much freedom, especially if snacks are within reach, so he needs a home that understands this and can provide appropriate management. He communicates his discomfort with clear body language and benefits from positive reinforcement training to build calm, confident interactions.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transportation
Santana is currently located in Bowman, GA. He is open to a long-distance adoption.
