Short Stack
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Breed: Rottweiler/Bassett Hound/Pit Mix
Size: Medium Age: 7 Years Old Exercise Needs: Moderate Grooming Needs: Low |
House Trained: Yes
Other Dogs: Good Fit Kids: Not Yet Tested Cats: Not Yet Tested Status: PCS Sanctuary Dog |
Meet Short Stack
I will need an experienced handler and a family that respects me. I am hoping to find someone who understands my boundaries.
I am super goofy! I will be sure to keep you laughing!
I love going for walks.
I have been waiting for my forever home for quite some time now, fill out an application today
I am super goofy! I will be sure to keep you laughing!
I love going for walks.
I have been waiting for my forever home for quite some time now, fill out an application today
My Diary
We are calling this little guy "Short Stack" AKA "Stacks" or "Shorty" welcome to Pit Crew little man!!!! Upon arrival it was apparent he still has a little kennel cough. We also discovered some blood in his stool so we will keep a close eye on him and start him on antibiotics right away and get him to the vet for fecal testing and blood work. He's scheduled to have his neuter next Thursday and after a week or two from that point, we will begin to evaluate him with other dogs, cats and children to determine what home would be best suited for him. Our goal is to avoid him being returned to a shelter or rescue ever again. He appears to be about 4 or 5 years old and unaltered, so he marks everything around including anything indoors which tells us he has not spent much time inside a home. We will work with him on this as well as his confidence but sadly this is definitely a reason someone would return him to the shelter or just throw him in the backyard for the rest of his days not knowing how to handle it. We're not going to let that happen. We're going to make sure he's properly trained with a healthy, happy, clear bill of health and matched up with the most suitable home that's best for this little guy. He's already been through enough.
THAT much we can assure everyone! :)
#2
Short stack on his way to training with Patty! This cutie pie is as adorable as can be but has many issues that we have been working with him on. Wish him luck!
#3
Short-Stack has been with us for several months now. We haven't posted much about him because he came with many issues we needed to address one by one. First he needed to feel better. He had disgusting blisters between his toes and all around his paw pads which made it excruciating for him to take a step, much less go for walks, tolerate being handled or work in his training. He also had two extremely bad ear infections, so much that the vet stated he couldn't hear anything due to the swelling and them being packed solid with crap😢 So two very basic senses and abilities were EXCRUCIATING for this poor guy....
Next, he was emaciated and severely under weight. Which understandably lead to the discovery of his food aggression. Lord only knows when he was fed by his former owner. He was still in tact so he marked EVERYTHING upon arrival. We were under the impression this boy was adoptable but once he arrived from the shelter, his issues came to a head. There was a big dispute about a civilian who went to adopt him with his young children the same day we pulled him and they accused us of basically conspiring to keep him from them. HAH! people can be so ignorant to the process. Well, knowing what we know now, Short-Stack would have absolutely mauled these kids if they were to hang all over him on the car ride home because he was in so much damn pain. Or he would have bitten someone when they reached to take his food which would have led to him being euthanized , or they would have thrown him away when he marked their entire house! So YOU'RE WELCOME we got there first, for everyone's sake. Especially Short-Stacks. The shelter had no clue he was in such debilitating pain so his reactions were understandable to us. He was also terrified, absolutely fearful of everyone. The worst sort of aggression is fear-based, especially when the source of fear is unknown. Fearful dogs are unpredictable. Short-Stack didn't trust anyone (after whatever he's been through) and he became very stiff and growled at anyone new. This was not good.
But with time and patience, he began to feel better and he began to trust his foster mom. This isn't the sort of dog that can be fostered by anyone. He required a very experienced foster who knew what to do and how to do it.
Fast forward to today, Stacks is doing great! He loves the company of his foster siblings. He goes up to new people and asks for belly rubs now. He adores his foster mom and his playful side is absolutely adorable. Since he is only a foot tall lol he cracks us up when he rears up and waves his short little 2 inch arms all around😁
Short-Stack has made HUGE progress and to the right person or family, he will make an excellent companion. He still doesn't want you near his food, especially other dogs, but he ALWAYS gives a warning, which we can absolutely appreciate. As much pain as his ears were in, he lets his foster mom tend to them but when he's had enough, he growls and yanked his head away. He lets us know when he is done and we listen. He doesn't want to hurt her, but he himself is in pain so he let's us know...we very much respect his thresholds and with continued training, desensitization, Stacks will have a happy ending with a family who loves and respects him.
Don't let his cute size fool you, he is very much a Rottweiler and has the same personality and protective qualities Rottweilers are known to posses. He definitely does not have to be the only dog in the house, but he will need an experienced handler who understands his body language and will protect him from anything the big, bad, terrible world and his previous life and owner has caused him to fear.
We love this big goof and there is someone out there for everyone:) even our little, big boy. His head and body are normal dog Size, his legs are just 2 inches. Short-Stack is recommended for a home with no kids, or teenagers with experience.
#4
I am so proud of this little guy! He came to us with some major issues, both health wise and behavioral. He's been in foster care with me for 6+ months now and he has come so far! He is feeling better now physically, he trusts me 100% and he has always liked the other dogs.❤
Short-Stack isn't very well socialized so he is afraid of new people and places, and as you know, fear-based aggression is the absolute worst kind. ☹ BUT through months of patience, slow progression and a knack for working with challenging dogs, Stacks has proved to be a wonderful, silly boy. Now that he trusts me as his handler, leader and protector, he is coming out of his shell and last week he even greeted Heather (a PCS Volunteer) with all tail wags, soft eyes, soft body and even went belly up for rubs! Something he would NEVER have done 6 months ago...
Stacks is a Rot/Basset mix so he is very much a one family sort of dog. He will protect his family but he also has a loving, cuddly and goofy side. 😁 😂 😁 We have no doubt that there is a family out there who will love him just as we do and give him a loving, forever home! There is a reason why the windshield is much larger than the rearview, his past is behind him and he is becoming the dog he was always meant to be😍😍😍
#5
Oh Short-Stack, you've come such a long way buddy!!!! This adorable fella was extremely fearful and food aggressive upon entering into our foster program. However with much patience, repetition and trust building bonding exercises, he has completely let me in and the future looks bright and shiny for this hilarious Rottweiler/Bassett Hound mix!!
Stacks is a loving, playful boy who will need a confident handler who understands his past and helps lead him towards a positive future. Stacks gets along great with the dogs in my pack, however we would prefer to pair him with a female dog should he be adopted in a home with existing dogs. Stacks is silly, he loves to play fetch and absolutely adores belly rubs.
If this stout fella looks like the boy for you, complete an adoption application today!!!🍦
#6
Short-Stack continues to thrive in his foster home! We just love getting to know his REAL personality now that he has realized his days of neglect are behind him...he is such a sweet soul and his tiny little arms are just ADORABLE! His head is normal dog size but his legs are about 2 inches long 😂 you have to see for yourself!!
#7
Nope! Your eyes are not deceiving you, those are Short-Stack's real arms!! They are just about 3 inches tall! No joke!
This handsome boy has left his abuse and neglect behind him and he is thriving in our foster program. ❤ Such a difference just a few short months, lots of patience and tons of love will make!
Stacks is officially adoptable to the RIGHT home for him. He will need someone who understands what he's been through and will always protect him.
If you think you could be that someone, complete an adoption application 😍 😍
🐨PLEASE SHARE OUR GORGEOUS BOY! HE'S READY FOR HIS HAPPY ENDING!🐨
#8
"Who turned out the lights?!!"
Foster Short-Stack doesn't look impressed after his bath, hah!! Our adorable rescue boy would love regular baths at home with his very own family, could that be with you???
#9
Hey guys! It's me, Stacks!!! I just wanted to let you guys know that I'm doing so great in my foster home! I get along with all the other doggies but sometimes I just like to play fetch all by myself! There's no shame in my game, get it???! Haha! Anyways, my Foster Mommy said I've come so far so she's excited for me to get a home all to myself. Could it be with you????? In case you didn't notice how cute I am, here is a wittle reminder....Enjoy my silly self!
#10
Short-Stack Has come so far and he continues to flourish into a wonderful, loving boy!! Now more than ever, we're certain he is ready for a family all his own who will continue to show him how amazing humans can be and give him all the love and affection he yearns for💛💛
THAT much we can assure everyone! :)
#2
Short stack on his way to training with Patty! This cutie pie is as adorable as can be but has many issues that we have been working with him on. Wish him luck!
#3
Short-Stack has been with us for several months now. We haven't posted much about him because he came with many issues we needed to address one by one. First he needed to feel better. He had disgusting blisters between his toes and all around his paw pads which made it excruciating for him to take a step, much less go for walks, tolerate being handled or work in his training. He also had two extremely bad ear infections, so much that the vet stated he couldn't hear anything due to the swelling and them being packed solid with crap😢 So two very basic senses and abilities were EXCRUCIATING for this poor guy....
Next, he was emaciated and severely under weight. Which understandably lead to the discovery of his food aggression. Lord only knows when he was fed by his former owner. He was still in tact so he marked EVERYTHING upon arrival. We were under the impression this boy was adoptable but once he arrived from the shelter, his issues came to a head. There was a big dispute about a civilian who went to adopt him with his young children the same day we pulled him and they accused us of basically conspiring to keep him from them. HAH! people can be so ignorant to the process. Well, knowing what we know now, Short-Stack would have absolutely mauled these kids if they were to hang all over him on the car ride home because he was in so much damn pain. Or he would have bitten someone when they reached to take his food which would have led to him being euthanized , or they would have thrown him away when he marked their entire house! So YOU'RE WELCOME we got there first, for everyone's sake. Especially Short-Stacks. The shelter had no clue he was in such debilitating pain so his reactions were understandable to us. He was also terrified, absolutely fearful of everyone. The worst sort of aggression is fear-based, especially when the source of fear is unknown. Fearful dogs are unpredictable. Short-Stack didn't trust anyone (after whatever he's been through) and he became very stiff and growled at anyone new. This was not good.
But with time and patience, he began to feel better and he began to trust his foster mom. This isn't the sort of dog that can be fostered by anyone. He required a very experienced foster who knew what to do and how to do it.
Fast forward to today, Stacks is doing great! He loves the company of his foster siblings. He goes up to new people and asks for belly rubs now. He adores his foster mom and his playful side is absolutely adorable. Since he is only a foot tall lol he cracks us up when he rears up and waves his short little 2 inch arms all around😁
Short-Stack has made HUGE progress and to the right person or family, he will make an excellent companion. He still doesn't want you near his food, especially other dogs, but he ALWAYS gives a warning, which we can absolutely appreciate. As much pain as his ears were in, he lets his foster mom tend to them but when he's had enough, he growls and yanked his head away. He lets us know when he is done and we listen. He doesn't want to hurt her, but he himself is in pain so he let's us know...we very much respect his thresholds and with continued training, desensitization, Stacks will have a happy ending with a family who loves and respects him.
Don't let his cute size fool you, he is very much a Rottweiler and has the same personality and protective qualities Rottweilers are known to posses. He definitely does not have to be the only dog in the house, but he will need an experienced handler who understands his body language and will protect him from anything the big, bad, terrible world and his previous life and owner has caused him to fear.
We love this big goof and there is someone out there for everyone:) even our little, big boy. His head and body are normal dog Size, his legs are just 2 inches. Short-Stack is recommended for a home with no kids, or teenagers with experience.
#4
I am so proud of this little guy! He came to us with some major issues, both health wise and behavioral. He's been in foster care with me for 6+ months now and he has come so far! He is feeling better now physically, he trusts me 100% and he has always liked the other dogs.❤
Short-Stack isn't very well socialized so he is afraid of new people and places, and as you know, fear-based aggression is the absolute worst kind. ☹ BUT through months of patience, slow progression and a knack for working with challenging dogs, Stacks has proved to be a wonderful, silly boy. Now that he trusts me as his handler, leader and protector, he is coming out of his shell and last week he even greeted Heather (a PCS Volunteer) with all tail wags, soft eyes, soft body and even went belly up for rubs! Something he would NEVER have done 6 months ago...
Stacks is a Rot/Basset mix so he is very much a one family sort of dog. He will protect his family but he also has a loving, cuddly and goofy side. 😁 😂 😁 We have no doubt that there is a family out there who will love him just as we do and give him a loving, forever home! There is a reason why the windshield is much larger than the rearview, his past is behind him and he is becoming the dog he was always meant to be😍😍😍
#5
Oh Short-Stack, you've come such a long way buddy!!!! This adorable fella was extremely fearful and food aggressive upon entering into our foster program. However with much patience, repetition and trust building bonding exercises, he has completely let me in and the future looks bright and shiny for this hilarious Rottweiler/Bassett Hound mix!!
Stacks is a loving, playful boy who will need a confident handler who understands his past and helps lead him towards a positive future. Stacks gets along great with the dogs in my pack, however we would prefer to pair him with a female dog should he be adopted in a home with existing dogs. Stacks is silly, he loves to play fetch and absolutely adores belly rubs.
If this stout fella looks like the boy for you, complete an adoption application today!!!🍦
#6
Short-Stack continues to thrive in his foster home! We just love getting to know his REAL personality now that he has realized his days of neglect are behind him...he is such a sweet soul and his tiny little arms are just ADORABLE! His head is normal dog size but his legs are about 2 inches long 😂 you have to see for yourself!!
#7
Nope! Your eyes are not deceiving you, those are Short-Stack's real arms!! They are just about 3 inches tall! No joke!
This handsome boy has left his abuse and neglect behind him and he is thriving in our foster program. ❤ Such a difference just a few short months, lots of patience and tons of love will make!
Stacks is officially adoptable to the RIGHT home for him. He will need someone who understands what he's been through and will always protect him.
If you think you could be that someone, complete an adoption application 😍 😍
🐨PLEASE SHARE OUR GORGEOUS BOY! HE'S READY FOR HIS HAPPY ENDING!🐨
#8
"Who turned out the lights?!!"
Foster Short-Stack doesn't look impressed after his bath, hah!! Our adorable rescue boy would love regular baths at home with his very own family, could that be with you???
#9
Hey guys! It's me, Stacks!!! I just wanted to let you guys know that I'm doing so great in my foster home! I get along with all the other doggies but sometimes I just like to play fetch all by myself! There's no shame in my game, get it???! Haha! Anyways, my Foster Mommy said I've come so far so she's excited for me to get a home all to myself. Could it be with you????? In case you didn't notice how cute I am, here is a wittle reminder....Enjoy my silly self!
#10
Short-Stack Has come so far and he continues to flourish into a wonderful, loving boy!! Now more than ever, we're certain he is ready for a family all his own who will continue to show him how amazing humans can be and give him all the love and affection he yearns for💛💛
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