Navajo (Nav)

Navajo is a sweet, affectionate, and easygoing 6.5-year-old, 75-pound Pitbull mix who brings the perfect balance of playful energy and relaxed companionship. He's the kind of dog who's just as happy joining you for a daily walk as he is curling up nearby for a cozy evening at home. Navajo loves toys and will often greet you at the door proudly carrying his favorite stuffed animal. He's also a champion cuddler who loves being close to his people. He's an excellent car rider, great at the vet, and has no issues with stairs. He also loves cozy, unusual nap spots like laundry baskets or even bathtubs! Navajo has shown no resource guarding with food, treats, toys, or people.

Ideal Home

Navajo would thrive in a stable, moderately active home that enjoys daily walks, occasional outings, and lots of affection. He doesn't need an ultra-active lifestyle – just consistent exercise, love, and companionship. He could do well as an only dog or with a compatible canine friend. He would do best in a cat-free home, as he has shown a strong prey drive and fixation toward cats.

Ongoing Health

Navajo needed dental work upon arrival in foster care, and several damaged teeth were removed, including his canines. His remaining teeth are healthy, and he still happily chews his favorite bones without any trouble.

Training & Support

Navajo enjoys playing with other dogs and especially likes one-on-one or small group play rather than big, chaotic packs. He usually reads social cues well, though occasionally he may need gentle redirection if he gets a little too excited. He has done well with dogs of all sizes but tends to feel most comfortable with dogs his size or smaller, and proper introductions help him succeed with bigger dogs. He attends daycare regularly and has made great progress with his doggy manners. Navajo is polite and non-reactive on leash. He can walk past dogs and squirrels without fuss, though he may pull a little at the start of walks when he's excited. Once he settles in, he is a very pleasant walking partner. He is fully house-trained and crate-trained (though he doesn't need to be crated at home and will happily nap in his crate with the door open). He can be left loose in the house when you're away and has shown no signs of separation anxiety. He has done well around children and has shown no concerns. He would likely thrive in a home with kids, though interactions with very young children haven't been fully tested.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• If we think you might be a good fit, we will reach out to coordinate a phone interview.
• This is followed by a video call with the foster home.
• Virtual home visit, personal, and vet reference checks are required to complete the process.
• Please note that transports run every few weeks, and we will have the dog on the next available transport once approved. If you are not able to accept a dog until a specific time period, please apply at that time.

Transportation

Navajo is currently in a foster home in San Antonio, Texas. He will transport once an adopter is approved.