Sharkey

Sharkey is an adoptable male Pit Bull Terrier looking for a home at The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is a young adult and large in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with just one day left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Sharkey, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Sharkey is not adapting well in a kennel at the shelter and is exhibiting barrier frustration towards team members and other stimuli. Sharkey is an energetic and fun boy who is struggling in his kennel while being treated medically. He is panting heavily, jumping, and demand barking at team members, as well as attempting to seek his neighbors out of frustration. When out of his kennel, he enjoys scratches, treats, and is engaged with training. Sharkey has attended playgroup here. This animal would benefit from a calmer environment and training to be able to cope with changing environments and kenneling. This animal needs placement by 10/2 at 3 PM.This dog was diagnosed with an infectious respiratory disease and needs to be isolated from other dogs through 10/1 while being treated.Since this dog is contagious to other dogs, they are not eligible for meet and greets but they are still available for adoption and foster!UPDATE: This animal has shown some improvements and is beginning to respond to interventions provided. The commitment date is being extended to assess if further improvements will be made with intervention. The commitment date is being extended from 9/29 to 10/2. Name: Sharkey Pet ID: A1436006 Sex: Male Age: 2Y Color: Brown Brindle Weight: 64.40 lbs Kennel #: 20A-5108 Location: 655 N. Mojave Road Las Vegas, Nevada 89101 Date of Arrival: August 27, 2026 Intake Type: STRAY