Kirby

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Pit Bull Terrier
  • Retriever

Kirby

Current Location

Chamblee, GA

Breed

Pit Bull Terrier&RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Kirby's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown 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

$250

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Kirby's Story

## Meet Kirby — Your Easygoing Best Friend<br/><br/>Looking for a dog who already knows how to fit into your life? **Meet Kirby**, an 8-year-old neutered Pit Bull mix who will turn 9 in December. He is sweet, smart, easygoing, and wonderfully low-key.<br/><br/>Kirby is one of those dogs who just seems to understand how life works. He listens well, knows his daily routine, and patiently waits in his spot when it is time for food or treats. He is **house-trained, crate-trained, comfortable home alone**, and does well when visitors come over.<br/><br/>Most of the time, Kirby is perfectly happy just hanging out with his people. He is a **low-energy, relaxed companion** who enjoys attention, affection, and a comfortable place to lounge. He doesn’t need to be entertained every minute of the day — he is happy simply being part of your life.<br/><br/>But Kirby isn’t ready to give up his adventures! He still loves going for hikes, exploring outside, and splashing around in streams. He is also an excellent car companion and has been known to sit in the passenger seat like a person, ready to see where you are taking him next.<br/><br/>Kirby is gentle with adults and children and has previously lived with cats. He has even been known to curl up on a dog bed with his feline friends.<br/><br/>He also loves playtime with his humans and soaking up plenty of love and attention. At 8, almost 9, Kirby offers a wonderful combination: mature enough to be settled and easy to live with, but still very much interested in enjoying life. He loves playtime with his humans, followed by plenty of relaxing and attention at home.<br/><br/>One thing we do manage carefully is high-value toys around other dogs. A previous adopter reported a conflict with another dog involving tennis balls. We were not given many details and have not recreated that situation, so we simply recommend not having dogs share tennis balls or other especially valued toys.<br/><br/>Kirby has spent far too much time waiting for someone to notice what a wonderful dog he is. We would love to see him spend his next chapter in a home of his own — going on an occasional adventure, getting spoiled by his humans, and then coming home to relax beside the people he loves.<br/><br/>If your idea of a great dog is **smart, calm, affectionate, well-mannered, and easy to have around**, please give Kirby a chance.<br/><br/>### Kirby at a Glance<br/><br/>* 8 years old — turning 9 in December 2026<br/>* Sweet, affectionate, and easygoing<br/>* Low-energy and low-key<br/>* Smart and listens well<br/>* House-trained<br/>* Crate-trained<br/>* Comfortable home alone<br/>* Good with visitors<br/>* Gentle with adults and children<br/>* Has lived successfully with cats<br/>* Great car rider<br/>* Loves hikes, streams, and outdoor adventures<br/>* Needs sensible management of high-value toys around other dogs<br/><br/>To view additional photos of Kirby, please visit https://www.pawsumes.com/photos/24061/kirby<br/>To adopt, please fill out an adoption application at https://www.threepawsrescue.org/adoption-application/<br/>For information about adoption fee, please visit https://www.threepawsrescue.org/adoption-fees/<br/>To learn about the adoption process, please visit https://www.threepawsrescue.org/adoption-process/<br/><br/>** Please note that the breeds listed are our best guesses based on physical appearance and behavioral traits. No DNA testing has been conducted to verify the breed. As a result, the actual breed or breed mix may differ from our assessment. Thank you for your understanding. **<br/><br/>20260910062516

## Meet Kirby — Your Easygoing Best Friend

Looking for a dog who already knows how to fit into your life? **Meet Kirby**, an 8-year-old neutered Pit Bull mix who will turn 9 in December. He is sweet, smart, easygoing, and wonderfully low-key.

Kirby is one of those dogs who just seems to understand how life works. He listens well, knows his daily routine, and patiently waits in his spot when it is time for food or treats. He is **house-trained, crate-trained, comfortable home alone**, and does well when visitors come over.

Most of the time, Kirby is perfectly happy just hanging out with his people. He is a **low-energy, relaxed companion** who enjoys attention, affection, and a comfortable place to lounge. He doesn’t need to be entertained every minute of the day — he is happy simply being part of your life.

But Kirby isn’t ready to give up his adventures! He still loves going for hikes, exploring outside, and splashing around in streams. He is also an excellent car companion and has been k

## Meet Kirby — Your Easygoing Best Friend

Looking for a dog who already knows how to fit into your life? **Meet Kirby**, an 8-year-old neutered Pit Bull mix who will turn 9 in December. He is sweet, smart, easygoing, and wonderfully low-key.

Kirby is one of those dogs who just seems to understand how life works. He listens well, knows his daily routine, and patiently waits in his spot when it is time for food or treats. He is **house-trained, crate-trained, comfortable home alone**, and does well when visitors come over.

Most of the time, Kirby is perfectly happy just hanging out with his people. He is a **low-energy, relaxed companion** who enjoys attention, affection, and a comfortable place to lounge. He doesn’t need to be entertained every minute of the day — he is happy simply being part of your life.

But Kirby isn’t ready to give up his adventures! He still loves going for hikes, exploring outside, and splashing around in streams. He is also an excellent car companion and has been known to sit in the passenger seat like a person, ready to see where you are taking him next.

Kirby is gentle with adults and children and has previously lived with cats. He has even been known to curl up on a dog bed with his feline friends.

He also loves playtime with his humans and soaking up plenty of love and attention. At 8, almost 9, Kirby offers a wonderful combination: ma

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How To Adopt

Kirby was listed as Adoptable by Three Paws Rescue
How can I adopt Kirby?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Three Paws Rescue. 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 Kirby 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 Three Paws Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Kirby?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Three Paws Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Kirby, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Three Paws Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Kirby is from Three Paws Rescue

[Chamblee, GA]

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