Tank Hugs

We hope you're okay with strangers stopping to compliment your dog because that's exactly what's going to happen when you and Tank are out on the town. Honestly, he is going to become a local celebrity so be prepared to get to know your neighbors. The best part though, Tank is going to love it too! This is a friendly boy, who greets gently, welcomes pets, and is happy to let people admire his good looks. He is magnetic and matches his good looks with a fantastic personality. Truly a smart, handsome, gentle giant. We introduced Tank to a variety of dogs- big and small with different energy levels and he was all around dog-friendly. The first dog he met was Sugar, a confident, vocal, playful pittie girl and goodness, as soon as Tank saw her we could see the goofy puppy in him. He came alive and was so excited to play! Her play-style and size were a great fit for him! With smaller dogs he read them well knowing when they were a bit unsure of him, because of his size, and he gave them space, not pushing play if they were not inviting him to. Tank is currently being fostered in a home with four other dogs ranging from small to large. He often gets picked on my the English bulldog, which is why he has a small booboo on his head youll see in his video. This is no fault of his, English bulldogs are known for this approach and it just doesnt suit the gentle baby that Tank is. He is tolerant and has no fight in him but we would love for him to have a playmate he can be himself with and ideally that would be a mid to large size dog who likes a bit of rough play but also knows that a rest in the shade is vital to a good time. On top of being a people magnet, dog-friendly, lover boy, he is also cat tolerant! His foster home has cats that he is respectful of and when we introduced him to our housecat he was a perfect gentleman! Avoidant and a bit aloof, not at all interested in pushing his way to the cat or insisting on smelling him. To go with that magnetism, Tank is great on leash, he walks close and stays responsive to his handler. Even with this, a confident handler is important. He has a well balanced energy about him but will require mental stimulation and exercise daily to stay healthy and happy. Tank knows a few basic commands and is treat motivated so teaching him new tricks should be an easy and fulfilling experience. Tanks foster family has shared with us that he is crate trained, goes into a crate with ease and is quiet- no protesting from him. They also shared he is house-trained. Yay you! Sure you may need to give him a quick tour of the potty-places but no potty-training needed. Last but not least, Tank is a big boy, you dont need me to tell you that but I know you are dying to know how much something like him weighs. Ready? 130 lbs! He is 1.5 years old so this is his full-grown size. He is a rescue dog and with any rescue its always a mystery but its pretty safe to say he has some mastiff in there, or as most of us said- The Sandlot dog! Adopt your own lovable beast and get ready for the big kisses this boy is ready to share! If there are any details we didnt cover or you have questions about the adoption process, let us know! We are willing to test Tank with anything you need us to in order to ensure its the perfect match for you! We can make anything happen! Just let us know! Please email: [email protected] with any questions. Adoption Application-https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/665f4cca16c816df7a07674c Available for adoption in NV, MT, CO,UT, ID, OR, WA, Canada, and now the East Coast! Our PNW dogs are brought to you in style by a beautiful USDA licensed semi-truck, equipped with air conditioning for comfort, two drivers, and 2 onboard attendants providing 24 hour care. Our East Coast route will travel in a private, air conditioned 3LP-run van transport. Pick up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private FB Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. One of our Adoption Coordinators can help to find the closest transport pick up location to you! The adoption fee is $1000 and includes all vetting: DAPP (2 to 4 depending on age and time in the program), Bordetella, Rabies vaccine (if old enough), multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, 2 months of heartworm preventative, extended medical such as dentals, eye surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries prior to adoption when suggested by our partner vets, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar for dogs over 4 months old, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and many priceless years of love and loyal companionship! Why adopt from Three Little Pitties? The stray and animal overpopulation in the Greater Houston area is the highest in the nation. Statistics show that there are over 1 million homeless animals in this region alone. Three Little Pitties Rescue is a nonprofit dog and cat rescue that partners with the community to make a difference. Our mission is to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and saving all breeds of dogs and cats from the streets or animal shelters that oftentimes have no other option but to euthanize animals for space. This dog youve found online is lucky to be in our program, and even luckier to have you notice it! Three Little Pitties wants to set you and your new pet up for success! We know our dogs and we work hard to prepare them socially for adoption. We are a network of dedicated people who are heavily invested in seeing our animals thrive. From the moment they are accepted into our program, our Intake, Behavior & Medical teams prepare them for adoption by properly vetting, behaviorally assessing, and providing customized plans depending on the dogs needs. We seek to adopt to families who understand that these are rescue dogs and will require continued training efforts, but will be well on their way to being the best dogs that they can be! It doesnt stop there! Our adopters also receive these special perks: 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion (must register within 24 hours of first vet appt.) A free private online dog training session with GoodPup plus low pricing for future sessions (approx $25 weekly for an 8 week course of one session per week) One free bonus toy in every BarkBox when signing up for their Super Chewer subscription plan 70% off of your first order of Fetch, a PNW based, organic fresh dog food loaf meal subscription plan Coupons for a fun visit to Petco Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup! We celebrated our 5 year anniversary this year! Through the combined efforts of all of our hardworking staff and volunteers, we have placed over 12,000 very lucky dogs and cats into amazing homes! By adopting from us, you save TWO lives! The pet you adopt, and you create an opportunity for another animal to be saved in that spot. Together, we can be heroes. Follow our rescue journey through the links below! https://www.threelittlepittiesrescue.org/ https://www.facebook.com/threelittlepittiesrescue https://www.instagram.com/threelittlepittiesrescue *Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $74 surcharge for transport. DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results or AKC registration were provided at intake.