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Clay County Animal Rescue & ShelterAmerican Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) : : Male (not neutered) : : Adult : : Large
This dog breaks my heart. He was dealt a bad hand with an abusive owner. He is only about 1.5 years old, but he needs to be worked with. The second time we were called out to pick him up, the allegation was that his owner had him down be
ating on him with his fist, like in a barroom brawl, except that he was the only one hitting. Homer was howling and didn't fight back. Home was so happy to see us that day, because he recognized us from when we'd picked him up before. We didn't beat on him. We carried treats. He loaded right up in the animal control truck and we took him back to the shelter. However, a shelter is not a good place for many dogs. The excitement level is too high and Homer has started behaving badly, barking aggressively when we have visitors. We try to correct it. We also reward good behavior. He will sit when told and he gets a treat. He will also lie down. Due to Homer's size and breed, he is a special case. I want Homer to have a happy ending, because I think his early life was totally unfair. But, first I think he needs to be worked with. I haven't given up on a happy ending for Homer, but we're going to need some help to make it happen. Here's hoping. Homer is HW negative, vaccinated and dewormed. If you know of a pitbull rescue, please advise us or share this listing. More about HomerEager To Please Clay County Animal Rescue & Shelter is located at 375 Water Elm Lane, Flora, IL. Our phone number is 618-665-3005. We are renovating our shelter so hours are by appointment only. The typical adoption fee for dogs is $150. It includes vaccination, deworming , spay/neuter, heartworm testing on dogs of age and microchipping, which is now mandatory by state law. Some dogs we discount to as little as $50 due to sponsorship. Some dogs we ask a higher adoption fee, which helps us recoup expenses on heartworm treatment on other dogs. All cats are spayed/neutered/vaccinated/flea treated/dewormed and microchipped prior to adoption. Cat adoption fees range from $60-$100. We spay/neuter/microchip/vaccinate and deworm all kittens and cats, prior to adoption. Our shyer/less adoptable cats are classed as "barn cats" and are free with a completed/approved barn cat application, which can be found on our website. Other Pictures of Homer (click to see larger version):
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