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Benny

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Pit Bull Terrier

About Benny

Kansas City, MO

Breed

Pit Bull TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Benny’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Benny's Story

💙Meet Barney — Your Big Goofy Best Friend! 💙<br/><br/>Looking for a loyal sidekick, professional couch snuggler, and full-time comedian? Barney might just be your perfect match!<br/><br/>This big-hearted boy is equal parts playful and affectionate. Barney lives for wrestling games, tug-of-war, car rides, and hanging out with his favorite humans. He’s a squeaky-toy “rescuer,” ball-kicking enthusiast (throwing is overrated, according to Barney), and certified snack lover. Peanut butter, bananas, and chew treats instantly win his heart!<br/><br/>Barney thrives on companionship and loves being close to his people — expect a devoted shadow who happily follows you from room to room (yes, even bathroom breaks!).<br/><br/>🏡 Ideal Home for Barney<br/> • Adult home or families with older kids<br/> • Only dog or home with female dogs only (with proper introductions)<br/> • Secure yard and thoughtful management<br/> • Someone who enjoys a playful, affectionate companion<br/><br/>Barney is kennel trained, does great with grooming, and is highly food- and praise-motivated, making him a wonderful candidate for continued training. He already responds beautifully to clicker work!<br/><br/>Good to Know:<br/>✔️ No known allergies<br/>✔️ On monthly heartworm & flea/tick prevention<br/>✔️ May be prone to ear infections<br/>✔️ Needs slow food transitions<br/>✔️ Not a fan of grain-free diets<br/><br/>Not his favorites: lawnmowers, thunderstorms, and fireworks.<br/>Handles like a champ: baths, nail trims, vet visits, and everyday grooming.<br/><br/>Barney previously experienced an incident involving an unfamiliar dog entering his yard, so he will do best with mindful introductions and responsible management moving forward.<br/><br/>If you’re ready for a goofy, loving, snack-motivated best friend who will make you laugh daily and love you endlessly, Barney is ready to meet you. 💙🐾<br/><br/><br/>If you are interested in adopting step one is to fill out our adoption application:<br/>www.dayofthedogs.org/adoption-application

💙Meet Barney — Your Big Goofy Best Friend! 💙

Looking for a loyal sidekick, professional couch snuggler, and full-time comedian? Barney might just be your perfect match!

This big-hearted boy is equal parts playful and affectionate. Barney lives for wrestling games, tug-of-war, car rides, and hanging out with his favorite humans. He’s a squeaky-toy “rescuer,” ball-kicking enthusiast (throwing is overrated, according to Barney), and certified snack lover. Peanut butter, bananas, and chew treats instantly win his heart!

Barney thrives on companionship and loves being close to his people — expect a devoted shadow who happily follows you from room to room (yes, even bathroom breaks!).

🏡 Ideal Home for Barney
• Adult home or families with older kids
• Only dog or home with female dogs only (with proper introductions)
• Secure yard and thoughtful management
• Someone who enjoys a playful, affectionate companion

Barney is kennel trained, does great with grooming, and

💙Meet Barney — Your Big Goofy Best Friend! 💙

Looking for a loyal sidekick, professional couch snuggler, and full-time comedian? Barney might just be your perfect match!

This big-hearted boy is equal parts playful and affectionate. Barney lives for wrestling games, tug-of-war, car rides, and hanging out with his favorite humans. He’s a squeaky-toy “rescuer,” ball-kicking enthusiast (throwing is overrated, according to Barney), and certified snack lover. Peanut butter, bananas, and chew treats instantly win his heart!

Barney thrives on companionship and loves being close to his people — expect a devoted shadow who happily follows you from room to room (yes, even bathroom breaks!).

🏡 Ideal Home for Barney
• Adult home or families with older kids
• Only dog or home with female dogs only (with proper introductions)
• Secure yard and thoughtful management
• Someone who enjoys a playful, affectionate companion

Barney is kennel trained, does great with grooming, and is highly food- and praise-motivated, making him a wonderful candidate for continued training. He already responds beautifully to clicker work!

Good to Know:
✔️ No known allergies
✔️ On monthly heartworm & flea/tick prevention
✔️ May be prone to ear infections
✔️ Needs slow food transitions
✔️ Not a fan of grain-free diets

Not his favorites: lawnmowers, thund

How To Adopt

Benny was listed as ADOPTABLE by Day of the Dogs
How can I adopt Benny?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Day of the Dogs. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Benny is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Day of the Dogs for details on the pet.
When can I meet Benny?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Day of the Dogs will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Benny, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Day of the Dogs, and they'll be happy to help!
Day of the Dogs's Adoption Policy
If interested in one of our dogs please fill out the adoption application on our website and one of our team members will get back to you.

Benny is from Day of the Dogs

[Dyer, IN]

Our Mission
We’re on a mission to increase the live release rate of shelter animals through networking, transport and adoption. We have team members in Houston, TX, NW Indiana and Kansas City, MO. We run the Facebook Page "Texas Animal Shelter Pets in Need" and showcase shelter animals in need We also coordinate all the logistics o...
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