Faith

Faith is an adoptable female American Staffordshire Terrier looking for a home at NYC ACC-Manhattan in New York, New York. She is fully grown and medium in size. She is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to behavior, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so Faith may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Faith is at risk due to behavioral reasons. In her previous home Faith has a history of fighting with the resident male dog that results in multiple bites and scratches. The owner states that Faith had her third litter of puppies and the most recent incident with the adult male dog, Faith bit the owner on the finger when they attempted to stop the fight. While in care, Faith has been observed to be highly rope reactive, noted to jump up high and bite the leash. This behavior is very difficult to redirect. With familiar handlers, Faith is observed to solicit contact and give a low wagging tail. Medically, Faith is has gained some weight and is healthy at this time. Faith arrived at MACC as an owner surrender. In her previous home Faith has a history of fighting with the resident dog that results in multiple bites and scratches. The owner states that they were not able to break up these fights and that the dogs have given each other multiple wounds. While in care, Faith has been observed to be highly rope reactive, noted to jump up high and bite the leash. This behavior is very difficult to redirect. Due to the detailed behavior we recommend an experienced adult only, single pet home. Name: Faith Animal ID: 265707 Gender: female Location: Manhattan Animal Care Center Weight: 42 lbs Age: 4 years 3 weeks