Meet Frankie, a gentle soul with a big heart who is 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 eager to find his forever family. Frankie's story began in a tough place; he and his sister Precious were found tied up outside. 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. He enjoys the company of other dogs and would likely thrive with a calm canine companion. With patience, love, and time, he blossoms into a loyal, affectionate companion who just wants a safe place to land.
Ideal Home
Frankie needs a patient and understanding home that can help him continue to build confidence. A quieter household with a predictable routine will help him feel secure. He would likely do well in a calm home with older kids who understand how to respect his boundaries. A securely fenced yard would be ideal for him. His forever home will need secure fencing and supervision outdoors due to his tendency to be an escape artist.
Ongoing Health
Frankie is up to date on vaccinations and is neutered.
Training & Support
House training has gone beautifully with no accidents indoors. He is fine when left alone with free reign of a room. On leash, he is still a bit nervous and may freeze or pancake, indicating he is still learning to be comfortable with leashes. He has learned simple cues like "no" and "food" and is learning to wait his turn for treats. While he travels well in the car, new doorways or thresholds can be intimidating, but this is happening less often as he gains confidence.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Please note that transports run every few weeks, and we will schedule your approved dog on the next available transport. If you are unable to accept a dog until a specific time, please apply at that time.
- We are a volunteer-run rescue and donate our time to these dogs. If you are not serious about moving forward in our adoption process, please do not apply.
- If someone other than yourself is part of the decision-making process, please ensure you have spoken with them and they are on board.
Transportation
Frankie is currently in a foster home in Austin, Texas, and can transport out of state once an approved adopter is lined up.
