Meet Frankie, a gentle soul with a big heart who's 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 and can transport out of state once an approved adopter is lined up. Frankie's story began in a tough place; he 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 built confidence, sometimes enjoying tug-of-war or a satisfying cardboard-shredding session. He has newly found toys to be fun and is often content to observe from the sidelines until he's ready to join in. He finds a lot of comfort with other dogs, but new humans can be more reserved as trust is built. Again, no reactivity, just a lot of nervousness.
Ideal Home
Frankie would thrive in a quiet household with a predictable routine that will help him feel secure as he continues to gain confidence. A securely fenced yard would be ideal for him. Given his gentle nature, his foster believes he would do well in a calm home with older kids who understand how to respect his boundaries. Frankie is an escape artist and has been known to climb chain link or chicken wire fencing, so his forever home will need secure fencing and supervision outdoors.
Ongoing Health
Frankie is neutered and up to date on vaccinations.
Training & Support
Frankie is house-trained with no accidents or marking indoors. He does well when left alone with free reign of a room. On leash, he's still a bit green and is afraid of the leash, sometimes freezing. He also finds new doorways or thresholds intimidating, but these moments are happening less often as he gains more confidence. He 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 currently in Austin, Texas, and can be transported out of state once an approved adopter is lined up. Transports run every few weeks.
