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American Staffordshire Terrier

Dolce

Young·Female·Medium

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About Dolce

Meet Dolce! This delightful approximately one-year-old, 45-pound Staffie mix is a true gem from Houston, Texas. Dolce is spayed, fully vaccinated, and up-to-date on all preventatives. She's a perfect blend of playful energy and laid-back companionship, ready to become your loyal best friend. Her soulful eyes and wiggly enthusiasm are sure to steal your heart. Dolce enjoys enthusiastic play sessions with dogs her size, engaging in zoomies and tug-of-war, but she's also a pro at relaxing afterward. She's sweet and calm when meeting new dogs off-leash in a secure, supervised setting. Dolce's energy adapts to her surroundings; she's up for playtime or snuggling on the couch for movie night. While she hasn't been directly exposed to cats, she will announce their presence if she sees them. Her gentle nature suggests she'd likely do well with older, dog-savvy children. On walks, Dolce is a dream, with no pulling, though she's keenly aware of squirrels and will patrol the fence line. She's a great car rider, shows no signs of separation anxiety or potty accidents, and doesn't engage in destructive behavior when left alone. Dolce is not currently crated and enjoys her freedom responsibly. She is affectionate and independent enough to enjoy some alone time. While she hasn't shown resource guarding with her current foster siblings, separate feeding in a new home is always a good practice. Dolce can be a bit barky and jumpy when meeting new people and may initially be shy; slow, calm introductions are key. Once she feels comfortable, she blossoms into a loyal, loving, and adventurous companion.

Ideal Home

Dolce would thrive in a home with a fenced yard for her to stretch her legs. She's happy with a canine sibling or as the sole cherished pet, appreciating both active playtime and peaceful downtime.

Ongoing Health

Dolce is spayed and up-to-date on all vaccinations and preventatives.

Training & Support

Dolce can be a bit barky and jumpy when meeting new people and may start off shy. Slow, calm introductions are recommended. While she hasn't shown resource guarding with her foster siblings, feeding bowls separately in a new home is always a smart transition plan.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

Dolce is currently in Houston, Texas. Transport is available to approved adopters on transports that run every few weeks.

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Know the breed

American Staffordshire Terrier

Exercise

60 min/day, Moderate activity

Trainability

Easy to train

Experience

Some experience needed

Living space

Condo, House

Shedding

Moderate

Lifespan

12-16 years

Meet the shelter

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$475