Gabriel

📌 Important Information <br/>• All dogs are currently in foster care in Mexico 🇲🇽. They're listed in Oregon for adoption purposes as that's where our rescue is based.<br/>• Dogs fly to Portland (PDX) once adoption is approved, arriving within 2–4 weeks. ✈️ This reduces stress for them and ensures safe travel.<br/><br/>💛 About The Meximutt Project (A Born Again Pit Bull Rescue initiative)<br/>Over 18 million dogs live on Mexico’s streets. Our rescue works at the source through spay/neuter programs, rescue, and adoption into loving homes.<br/>Since 2019: 🐶 500+ dogs adopted • ✂️ 3,500+ dogs spayed/neutered<br/><br/>👉 Interested in adopting? PLEASE FILL OUT APPLICATION AT www.bapbr.org<br/>⚠️ We’re unable to respond to requests that come through Petfinder<br/><br/>**************************<br/>🐾 Meet GABRIEL 🐾<br/><br/>• AGE: ~2 years old<br/><br/>• WEIGHT: ~13 lbs<br/><br/>• BREED(S): Pug mix (our best guess since they’re rescues!)<br/><br/>• GOOD WITH KIDS? Yes, as long as they're taught to respect the dog’s belongings and boundaries.<br/><br/>• HOUSEBROKEN? Not 100% yet. As rescues that lived on the street or tile/outdoor surfaces, they'll need some time to adjust. Most of our dogs adapt within 1-2 weeks of consistent training.<br/><br/>Gabriel’s story began in one of the most dangerous places imaginable. A volunteer first spotted him wandering through a construction zone in the median of a busy highway in Guadalajara, with cars rushing past on both sides and no safe way out. She tried to stop that day but could not safely reach him through the traffic.<br/><br/>Two days later she drove the same route again and saw him still there. Gabriel had likely been trapped in that highway median for at least 48 hours in the scorching heat without food or water.<br/><br/>This time she found a way across. Gabriel was terrified and would not come near her, so it took her and several construction workers working together to safely bring him to safety.<br/><br/>Once home, the extent of his condition became clear. His ribs and hip bones showed through his fur and he was completely exhausted. When food was placed in front of him he ate as if he had not seen a meal in days. That first night he kept his distance, quietly watching from across the room, unsure of what was happening.<br/><br/>By the next morning, everything began to change.<br/><br/>Within 24 hours of being rescued, Gabriel started nudging his foster’s hand for pets, following her through the apartment, and curling up beside her on the couch. Once he realized he was safe, his affectionate personality quickly came through.<br/><br/>Over the months since his rescue, Gabriel has continued to grow into a loving and devoted companion. He enjoys his walks and exploring the world now that he is no longer facing it alone. His favorite place, however, is simply wherever his person is. He is happiest relaxing beside you, resting his head on your lap, and quietly keeping you company.<br/><br/>Gabriel is a gentle, loyal dog who bonds deeply with his person. Because of his past, he can be sensitive to loud voices and stressful environments. Yelling can make him nervous, and he may bark when new people enter the home. When given space and allowed to approach on his own terms, he quickly relaxes and warms up.<br/><br/>He would do best in a calm, quiet home without young children or highly anxious dogs. Gabriel thrives in a peaceful environment where he can feel safe and secure. In foster care he struggled around a dog that was constantly anxious, so a stable and relaxed household will help him feel his best.<br/><br/>Gabriel is affectionate without being overwhelming. He loves to be near his person but is also happy to quietly relax by your side.<br/><br/>And that little overbite gives him a unique and charming expression. He may look a bit serious in photos, but anyone who spends a few minutes with Gabriel quickly falls in love with him.<br/><br/>After everything he has been through, Gabriel is ready for a stable home where he can feel safe, loved, and understood. He has already shown how quickly he can trust when someone shows him kindness.<br/><br/>Now he is simply waiting for the person who will give him the forever home he deserves.<br/><br/><br/>*************************<br/><br/>📝 Ready to apply? Here's what to expect:<br/><br/>Because our dogs cannot return to Mexico if there isn't a good fit, we're extra thorough in matching each dog with the right family—ensuring lifelong success for both dog and adopter.<br/><br/>1. [Required] Complete our online application at https://www.bapbr.org/adoption-application<br/>2. Phone interview with founder Angela Adams if we determine there's a good fit<br/>3. We arrange the flight to Oregon (included in fee) with weekly photo/video updates<br/>4. Airport pickup at PDX—pay adoption fee, receive medical records, welcome your new family member home!<br/><br/>📅 Timeline: 2-4 weeks for CDC/USDA paperwork and flight arrangement once approved<br/><br/>💲 Adoption Fee: $650 includes all of the following:<br/>Flight to U.S. • Spay/neuter • USDA import permit • Health Certificate •<br/>All vaccines (DHLPPi, Rabies, Bordetella) • Full blood work & health tests (CBC, blood parasite tests, parvo/giardia/coronavirus test) • Flea/tick/heartwork treatment & deworming • Microchip • Grooming • Collar, leash & ID tag<br/><br/>🏦 Payment: Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, Zelle, or cash<br/><br/>Previous adopters often tell us the pre-arrival bonding process makes pickup day feel like welcoming home a family member they've been missing.<br/><br/>The Meximutt Project is 100% volunteer-run by a small team of dedicated animal lovers. We cannot respond to every application due to high volume, but if we think there's a good match, we'll reach out.<br/><br/>If you're ready to give this Meximutt the loving home they’ve been waiting for, we'd love to hear from you! Fill out your application today at:<br/>👉 https://www.bapbr.org/adoption-application

📌 Important Information
• All dogs are currently in foster care in Mexico 🇲🇽. They're listed in Oregon for adoption purposes as that's where our rescue is based.
• Dogs fly to Portland (PDX) once adoption is approved, arriving within 2–4 weeks. ✈️ This reduces stress for them and ensures safe travel.

💛 About The Meximutt Project (A Born Again Pit Bull Rescue initiative)
Over 18 million dogs live on Mexico’s streets. Our rescue works at the source through spay/neuter programs, rescue, and adoption into loving homes.
Since 2019: 🐶 500+ dogs adopted • ✂️ 3,500+ dogs spayed/neutered

👉 Interested in adopting? PLEASE FILL OUT APPLICATION AT www.bapbr.org
⚠️ We’re unable to respond to requests that come through Petfinder

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🐾 Meet GABRIEL 🐾

• AGE: ~2 years old

• WEIGHT: ~13 lbs

• BREED(S): Pug mix (our best guess since they’re rescues!)

• GOOD WITH KIDS? Yes, as long as they're taught to respect the dog’s belon

📌 Important Information
• All dogs are currently in foster care in Mexico 🇲🇽. They're listed in Oregon for adoption purposes as that's where our rescue is based.
• Dogs fly to Portland (PDX) once adoption is approved, arriving within 2–4 weeks. ✈️ This reduces stress for them and ensures safe travel.

💛 About The Meximutt Project (A Born Again Pit Bull Rescue initiative)
Over 18 million dogs live on Mexico’s streets. Our rescue works at the source through spay/neuter programs, rescue, and adoption into loving homes.
Since 2019: 🐶 500+ dogs adopted • ✂️ 3,500+ dogs spayed/neutered

👉 Interested in adopting? PLEASE FILL OUT APPLICATION AT www.bapbr.org
⚠️ We’re unable to respond to requests that come through Petfinder

**************************
🐾 Meet GABRIEL 🐾

• AGE: ~2 years old

• WEIGHT: ~13 lbs

• BREED(S): Pug mix (our best guess since they’re rescues!)

• GOOD WITH KIDS? Yes, as long as they're taught to respect the dog’s belongings and boundaries.

• HOUSEBROKEN? Not 100% yet. As rescues that lived on the street or tile/outdoor surfaces, they'll need some time to adjust. Most of our dogs adapt within 1-2 weeks of consistent training.

Gabriel’s story began in one of the most dangerous places imaginable. A volunteer first spotted him wandering through a construction zone in the median of a busy highway i