Charlie

Charlie is an adoptable male American Staffordshire Terrier looking for a home at Dallas Animal Services in Dallas, Texas. He is fully grown and large in size. He is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to lack of space, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so Charlie may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

Update 09/13- Extension Granted - Needs placement by 11am 09/16/26 Charlie is a sweet and gentle boy who greets people with a wagging tail and calm demeanor. While he may be a bit unsure when first meeting new friends, he warms up nicely with patient and gentle interactions. From our volunteer observations, Charlie seems to be laid back and social with other dogs during playgroup time. Contact us about Charlie today! Charlie is at risk for euthanasia due to the current shelter capacity. Currently the shelter is above capacity to adequately house and care for animals. Charlie has been in shelter for over 60 days and would benefit from individualized attention with a foster, adopter or rescue partner. Please email dasadopt@dallas.gov if interested fostering or adopting. Please provide your full name and phone number. Medical Observation 06/19/26: Adoption Exam Completed Altered: No Tattoo/Scar: No Rabies given in RR leg Flea and Heartworm Prevention given; Pyrantel given PO Blood sample pulled to perform heartworm test: POSITIVE Microchip Implanted: 941010005903769 P IS BAR. Shelter Observation 06/20/26: approached me with a wagging tail is sweet sniffed my hand allowed me to pet them is gentle and calm Volunteer Observation 06/28/26: Shy but still interacted Direct Eye Contact;Anxious (Lip Licking, Circling, Stress Yawning) Calms Down 06/29/26: Easy Going Jumpy Social (People);Loose/Wiggly Body Love-Bug;Solicits Pets Out in yard he was interested in anything outside of play area. When not fixated on that, very approachable and lived to be petted. 08/16/26: Neutral Good Manners Calm and Relaxed Body;Direct Eye Contact;Laying in bed calmly when approaching, got up to wait for a treat Waits Calmly for Attention;Warms Up Very calm and gentle. No barking or jumping 08/29/26 DAYCATION: How did your dog do in the car? Loved it! Which of the following activities did the dog enjoy? Going on a walk, Playing in the water / sprinkler / pool, Lounging at the park How did they interact with strangers? I love meeting new friends! If they saw any cats, how did they react? N/A If they saw any other dogs, how did they react? Very calm and friendly! Even when another dog showed signs of aggression towards Charlie, he did not react. If they met any children, how did they react? No reaction - was very calm How did I walk on the leash? (Examples: excited/pulling/timid/awesome walker)Excited, did not pull at all. He remained close to me at all times even when on the leash How were my manners and do I know any tricks? Went to the bathroom immediately (when outside) Did they show any of the additional behaviors listed below? Calms down, Love bug, Wants to play, Wants to cuddle, Solicits pets The best part of my Daycation was when.......Charlie sat under the shade and got lots of pets Any additional notes you would like to include about the dog? Charlie is very calm but happy on walks. Didn't bark at all (even at squirrels) and was just so excited to be there Playgroup Observation 06/24/26: This dog is unsure/timid at first but warms up to gentle interactions/greets. PG1 - SOCIAL/DG - DAINTY & GENTLE 07/19/26: A1289209 Blair & A1291133 Charlie cohoused 07/21/26: A1291133 Charlie & A1113680 Bella cohoused 07/21/26: Altercation not witnessed, but per medical A1113680 Bella now has a laceration on ear. A1291133 Charlie may have inflicted the damage. We are separating them. 08/23/26: A bit unsure and stiff in the beginning but warms up quickly to socialize, and play with the others. PG1 - SOCIAL/DG - DAINTY & GENTLE photos and videos: Animal ID: A1291133 Breed: Mixed Breed Color: Black Sex: Male Age: 3 YEARS Intake Date: 06/17/2026 Status: PRE-LAB