Bernie

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Pit Bull Terrier
  • Black Labrador Retriever

Bernie

Current Location

Palm Bay, FL

Breed

Pit Bull Terrier&Black Labrador RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Age: Young, (1-3 years)
Gender: Male
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)
Coat length: Short
Coat color: Black

Behavior

Personality
Athletic, Friendly, Funny, Smart, Playful, Loyal
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Bernie's Compatibility

  • This pet has good compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has good compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$350

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Bernie's Story

**BERNIE IS READY TO FIND HIS FOREVER HOME!!!** <br/><br/>**From overlooked shelter stray to SMART, GOOFY, LOVEABLE boy... meet BERNIE!** <br/><br/>Previously known as Dugan, Bernie was rescued from Brevard County Animal Shelter after arriving as a stray, noticeably underweight, and receiving ZERO adoption interest. <br/><br/>But thanks to B.A.R.K. and his AMAZING foster family, Bernie is getting the second chance he deserves!<br/><br/> **Just shy of 1 year old**<br/><br/> **24 lbs** (working on gaining weight!)<br/><br/> **Pittie/Lab mix**<br/><br/> **Heartworm negative**<br/><br/> **Cat friendly!**<br/><br/> **Extremely smart and treat motivated!**<br/><br/> **Affectionate, playful, and eager to please!**<br/><br/>And let us tell you... **THIS BOY IS SOMETHING SPECIAL!** <br/><br/>Bernie has SPRINGS for legs, about 1/10 hand-eye coordination, and a personality that will keep you laughing every single day!<br/><br/>But behind all that goofiness is one incredibly intelligent boy who LOVES learning!<br/><br/> Already sits on command!<br/><br/> Learning “place,” “break,” and “off”!<br/><br/> Making great progress with potty training!<br/><br/> Thriving with structure, patience, and positive reinforcement!<br/><br/>His foster has poured so much love and dedication into helping Bernie become the best version of himself, and the progress he's making is INCREDIBLE! <br/><br/>**Now Bernie needs someone to continue what his foster started.** Someone who will appreciate his goofy personality, keep up with his training, and give him the love and stability he deserves.<br/><br/>Bernie doesn't need perfection. He needs someone willing to grow WITH him. <br/><br/> **This handsome black beauty was overlooked once. Let's make sure he's NEVER overlooked again!**<br/><br/>Bernie has SO much love to give, and somewhere out there is a family who has no idea their new best friend is waiting for them!

**BERNIE IS READY TO FIND HIS FOREVER HOME!!!**

**From overlooked shelter stray to SMART, GOOFY, LOVEABLE boy... meet BERNIE!**

Previously known as Dugan, Bernie was rescued from Brevard County Animal Shelter after arriving as a stray, noticeably underweight, and receiving ZERO adoption interest.

But thanks to B.A.R.K. and his AMAZING foster family, Bernie is getting the second chance he deserves!

**Just shy of 1 year old**

**24 lbs** (working on gaining weight!)

**Pittie/Lab mix**

**Heartworm negative**

**Cat friendly!**

**Extremely smart and treat motivated!**

**Affectionate, playful, and eager to please!**

And let us tell you... **THIS BOY IS SOMETHING SPECIAL!**

Bernie has SPRINGS for legs, about 1/10 hand-eye coordination, and a personality that will keep you laughing every single day!

But behind all that goofiness is one incredibly intelligent boy who LOVES learning!

Already sits on

**BERNIE IS READY TO FIND HIS FOREVER HOME!!!**

**From overlooked shelter stray to SMART, GOOFY, LOVEABLE boy... meet BERNIE!**

Previously known as Dugan, Bernie was rescued from Brevard County Animal Shelter after arriving as a stray, noticeably underweight, and receiving ZERO adoption interest.

But thanks to B.A.R.K. and his AMAZING foster family, Bernie is getting the second chance he deserves!

**Just shy of 1 year old**

**24 lbs** (working on gaining weight!)

**Pittie/Lab mix**

**Heartworm negative**

**Cat friendly!**

**Extremely smart and treat motivated!**

**Affectionate, playful, and eager to please!**

And let us tell you... **THIS BOY IS SOMETHING SPECIAL!**

Bernie has SPRINGS for legs, about 1/10 hand-eye coordination, and a personality that will keep you laughing every single day!

But behind all that goofiness is one incredibly intelligent boy who LOVES learning!

Already sits on command!

Learning “place,” “break,” and “off”!

Making great progress with potty training!

Thriving with structure, patience, and positive reinforcement!

His foster has poured so much love and dedication into helping Bernie become the best version of himself, and the progress he's making is INCREDIBLE!

**Now Bernie needs someone to continue what his

Consider Bernie for adoption?

How To Adopt

Bernie was listed as Adoptable by Brevard Alliance Rescuing K9's
How can I adopt Bernie?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Brevard Alliance Rescuing K9's. 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 Bernie 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 Brevard Alliance Rescuing K9's for details on the pet.
When can I meet Bernie?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Brevard Alliance Rescuing K9's will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Bernie, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Brevard Alliance Rescuing K9's, and they'll be happy to help!
Brevard Alliance Rescuing K9's's Adoption Policy
1. Meet and greet 2. Fill out adoption application/contract 3. Home check 4. Adoption

Bernie is from Brevard Alliance Rescuing K9's

[Palm Bay, FL]

Our Mission
Our mission is to deter, prevent, and rescue abandoned and lost dogs in Brevard County, Florida.

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