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Butkus

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Medium

About Butkus

Jackson, MS

Breed

American Bulldog

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Couch Potato, Loyal, Gentle, Funny, Friendly
House-trained: Unknown

Butkus's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Butkus's Story

Built like a linebacker. Loves like a teddy bear.<br/><br/>Butkus may have a tough-guy name, but don't let it fool you—this handsome senior is all heart. He's friendly, easygoing, and happiest with simple things like a comfy bed, a favorite toy, and someone to keep him company.<br/><br/>Shelter life has lasted far too long for this sweet boy. He's ready to leave the kennel behind and become someone's loyal shadow, professional couch companion, and best friend.<br/><br/>Every teddy bear deserves a home. We think Butkus has waited long enough.

Built like a linebacker. Loves like a teddy bear.

Butkus may have a tough-guy name, but don't let it fool you—this handsome senior is all heart. He's friendly, easygoing, and happiest with simple things like a comfy bed, a favorite toy, and someone to keep him company.

Shelter life has lasted far too long for this sweet boy. He's ready to leave the kennel behind and become someone's loyal shadow, professional couch companion, and best friend.

Every teddy bear deserves a home. We think Butkus has waited long enough.

Built like a linebacker. Loves like a teddy bear.

Butkus may have a tough-guy name, but don't let it fool you—this handsome senior is all heart. He's friendly, easygoing, and happiest with simple things like a comfy bed, a favorite toy, and someone to keep him company.

Shelter life has lasted far too long for this sweet boy. He's ready to leave the kennel behind and become someone's loyal shadow, professional couch companion, and best friend.

Every teddy bear deserves a home. We think Butkus has waited long enough.

Consider Butkus for adoption?

How To Adopt

Butkus was listed as Adoptable by Animal Rescue Fund of MS
How can I adopt Butkus?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Animal Rescue Fund of MS. 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 Butkus 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 Animal Rescue Fund of MS for details on the pet.
When can I meet Butkus?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Animal Rescue Fund of MS will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Butkus, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Animal Rescue Fund of MS, and they'll be happy to help!
Animal Rescue Fund of MS's Adoption Policy
Why should you consider adopting an animal? Easy - there is a severe overpopulation problem of cats and dogs in our country. According to the Human Society of the United States, six to eight million dogs and cats enter shelters each year, and out of those, three to four million are euthanised. View source There are simply too many animals. Why? Unwanted litters due to a failure to spay or neuter, backyard breeders, and puppy mills. Why are so many of these animals unwanted? People get old or ill, face financial difficulties, or simply wind up with an animal they were not prepared for. These animals are abandoned or surrendered to shelters in the millions. Quite simply, if people had to get a license to avoid spay / neuter in order to properly breed dogs, and if people needed a license proving th

Butkus is from Animal Rescue Fund of MS

[Jackson, MS]

Our Mission
Welcome! It is the Mission of ARF to provide shelter and sanctuary to abandoned, abused and neglected companion animals awaiting adoption in Mississippi, focusing on the metropolitan tri-county area.    We rescue, rehabilitate and socialize our rescues, instill the animals ability to trust, love and be loved either ...
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Adoption Policy
ejackson@arfms.org
(769) 216-3414
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