Gideon

Gideon is an adoptable male Pit Bull Terrier looking for a home at NYC ACC-Manhattan in New York, New York. He is fully grown and medium in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list and today is the last day, listed due to behavior. Adopting Gideon, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

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 Gideon is at risk due to behavioral reasons. While in care, Gideon has been observed to lunge and snap at handlers while in his crate. In one instance a handler rested their hand on top of his crate, and Gideon lunged and bit them through the crate cover. This bite was a bite and release that broke skin. After the bite incident, Gideon continued to lunge and snap at their hands. With handlers, Gideon has been observed to be receptive to treats and is receptive to the cue "sit." Medically, Gideon has alopecia and is underweight. Gideon arrived at MACC as a stray with no known history. While in care, Gideon has been observed to lunge and snap at handlers while in his crate. When a handler rested their hand on top of his crate, Gideon lunged and bit them. This bite was a bite and release that broke skin. Due to the detailed behavior, we recommend an experienced adult-only home. What my friends at ACC say about me: My history is a mystery and my friends here do not know much about me yet! I love getting pets! I will need daily physical activity to keep me healthy and happy! Name: Gideon Animal ID: 266799 Gender: male Location: Manhattan Animal Care Center Weight: 55.6 lbs Age: 3 years 3 weeks