Hope is one of those dogs who doesn't run into anything... Except treats! Once she realizes you might have a snack or gentle hands ready for pets, her soft personality shines through. She loves affection, belly rubs, and she's happiest just being near her people, soaking up love at her own pace. Treats are absolutely her favorite thing, and she'll gladly show off her manners for one. She also enjoys toys and had fun playing with them, but overall, Hope is more of a laid-back, relaxed girl than a rowdy one. She walks nicely on a leash and would be perfectly content with a few strolls a day followed by long naps. Hope is believed to be an American Pitbull Terrier - American Staffordshire Terrier mix. She is around six years old and weighs about 51 pounds. She is people-friendly but appreciates a moment to warm up, and once she does, she's incredibly sweet and affectionate.
Ideal Home
Hope is quiet, calm, and low-key, making her a great candidate for an apartment with regular walks and enrichment. She would be happy as an only dog, but could also live with a low-energy, respectful dog who understands personal space. While she allowed a cat to sniff her closely without reaction in a test, further testing would be needed as it's a new environment with many distractions. We believe she would be best with older kids who understand boundaries and respect a dog's space.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned in the listing.
Training & Support
Hope is a treat motivated dog who will gladly show off her manners for one. She walks nicely on a leash.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- The adoption fee is $1000 and includes all vetting, transport, and more.
- A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
Transportation
Hope is located in the Greater Houston area, Texas. We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system. Drop-off locations include WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, and Canada. Transport includes real-time tracking, photo updates, and a dedicated Facebook event page. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
