Oreo

Oreo is an adoptable male Pit Bull Terrier looking for a home at LA Animal Services - West Valley in Chatsworth, California. He is a young adult and medium in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 6 days left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Oreo, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

NEUTERED MALE, BLACK AND WHITE PIT BULL TERRIER MIX. Animal ID: A2282646 Shelter: WEST VALLEY At shelter since: 07/04/2026 On this list since: 08/25/2026 Rescue only: No At Risk Category: Y3 Last day to take animal: 9/1/26 Euthanasia Reason: Oreo was added to Urgent on 7/30/26 with no interest. Throughout his stay, Oreo has consistently demonstrated severe fear-based behaviors despite regular walks and enrichment. Oreo's condition had progressed to High FAS. He remained hidden underneath his bed and would not voluntarily approach staff. When the bed was removed, he immediately retreated to the rear of the kennel, where he stood visibly trembling and shaking. He refused to re-engage while staff were present and only returned to hiding under his bed after the area was clear, demonstrating significant kennel-induced stress and reliance on avoidance behaviors as a coping mechanism. Oreo needs to be out of shelter environment and with an experienced handler At Risk Category: Y3 Last day to take animal: 9/1/26 Scheduled euthanasia date: 9/2/26 If animal is available for New Hope, adoption, foster: Adopt/Foster/New Hope/Rescue with signed behavior disclosure.