Adoptable Pet of the Day: Althea

January 18, 2009

Althea is a huge love bug and is always full of kisses and wags for her human friends. She is incredibly smart and very food motivated. She learns commands incredibly quickly, and like your typical Pit Bull pal, is always eager to please. Unfortunately due to her poor socialization skills before coming to NLOL, she can be wary of strangers and nervous in unfamiliar settings. Althea will need someone who is committed to working with her and socializing her on a daily basis. NLOL is only accepting applications from families who have had previous bully experience. NLOL will not adopt Althea to a first-time dog owner or non-bully experienced owner. It is very important that the family who adopts her understands her breed and is able to help Althea blossom into a trusting, confident dog. She needs a strong, positive leader who will be firm yet compassionate.

Althea is currently living in one of NLOL's partner boarding facilities where she is a staff favorite. She also has a few boyfriends who she plays with on a regular basis. Althea does get along with some submissive male dogs, so if it is the right match, she may be able to be placed in a household with a male canine friend. This stunning gal is ready and waiting to find a foster or forever home.

Read more about Althea and other wonderful pets available for adoption from New Leash on Life Chicago.

PetWork note: Some lucky pets may already have found their forever homes by the time you meet them here, but don't worry. There are plenty of other wonderful pets who would be happy to share your home and love you to pieces.