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Lightning

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Pit Bull Terrier

About Lightning

Maryville, MO

Breed

Pit Bull TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Gray / Blue / Silver, White / Cream

Behavior

Lightning’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Lightning's Story

Lightning (spayed female)<br/>1 Year (dob 2/2/24) - Pit Bull Terrier (49lbs)<br/>Adopted and returned after a month due to being destructive inside<br/>Described as active - affectionate - playful<br/>Lived inside/outside - High energy<br/>Cons: Reactive (territorial of owner and didn't want the other dog to be around) - Chews - Destroys property - Jumps on people - Not housebroken after a month<br/>Pros: Crate trained - Walks on leash - Smart - Lap lover - Playful - Rides in car<br/>Knows "happy paws"<br/>Loves to destroy stuffies and squeakers<br/>Good w/ women, children<br/>Fair w/ men, territorial/selective with other dogs<br/><br/>Adoption Fee: $20<br/>(sponsored by generous donor)<br/><br/>___<br/>From previous intake:<br/>Surrendered due to moving/housing<br/>Described as active<br/>Lived inside - High energy<br/>Cons: Barks excessively - Jumps on people - Chase<br/>Pros: Crate trained - Playful - Walks on leash - Lap lover - Smart<br/>Knows sit<br/>Likes squeaky toys and plush animals<br/>Good w/ women<br/>Fair w/ men, other dogs (selective)<br/>Bad w/ cat, small animals<br/><br/>From staff:<br/>She is super sweet, energetic, and very playful<br/>Plays well with shelter dog friends Rose and Bella Maria<br/><br/>Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, up-to-date vaccinations and microchipping.<br/><br/>---<br/>Learn more about the adoption process and download our questionnaire at https://www.newnodawayhumanesociety.org/adopt

Lightning (spayed female)
1 Year (dob 2/2/24) - Pit Bull Terrier (49lbs)
Adopted and returned after a month due to being destructive inside
Described as active - affectionate - playful
Lived inside/outside - High energy
Cons: Reactive (territorial of owner and didn't want the other dog to be around) - Chews - Destroys property - Jumps on people - Not housebroken after a month
Pros: Crate trained - Walks on leash - Smart - Lap lover - Playful - Rides in car
Knows "happy paws"
Loves to destroy stuffies and squeakers
Good w/ women, children
Fair w/ men, territorial/selective with other dogs

Adoption Fee: $20
(sponsored by generous donor)

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From previous intake:
Surrendered due to moving/housing
Described as active
Lived inside - High energy
Cons: Barks excessively - Jumps on people - Chase
Pros: Crate trained - Playful - Walks on leash - Lap lover - Smart
Knows sit
Likes squeaky toys and plush animals
Good w/ women
Fair w/ me

Lightning (spayed female)
1 Year (dob 2/2/24) - Pit Bull Terrier (49lbs)
Adopted and returned after a month due to being destructive inside
Described as active - affectionate - playful
Lived inside/outside - High energy
Cons: Reactive (territorial of owner and didn't want the other dog to be around) - Chews - Destroys property - Jumps on people - Not housebroken after a month
Pros: Crate trained - Walks on leash - Smart - Lap lover - Playful - Rides in car
Knows "happy paws"
Loves to destroy stuffies and squeakers
Good w/ women, children
Fair w/ men, territorial/selective with other dogs

Adoption Fee: $20
(sponsored by generous donor)

___
From previous intake:
Surrendered due to moving/housing
Described as active
Lived inside - High energy
Cons: Barks excessively - Jumps on people - Chase
Pros: Crate trained - Playful - Walks on leash - Lap lover - Smart
Knows sit
Likes squeaky toys and plush animals
Good w/ women
Fair w/ men, other dogs (selective)
Bad w/ cat, small animals

From staff:
She is super sweet, energetic, and very playful
Plays well with shelter dog friends Rose and Bella Maria

Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, up-to-date vaccinations and microchipping.

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Learn more about the adoption process and download our questionnaire at https://www.newnodawayhumanesociet

How To Adopt

Lightning was listed as Adoptable by New Nodaway Humane Society
How can I adopt Lightning?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with New Nodaway Humane Society. 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 Lightning 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 New Nodaway Humane Society for details on the pet.
When can I meet Lightning?
If you've submitted an inquiry, New Nodaway Humane Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Lightning, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to New Nodaway Humane Society, and they'll be happy to help!
New Nodaway Humane Society's Adoption Policy
As with most small shelters, we are nearly always over-crowded with loving dogs and cats that have been abandoned/abused or simply given up by their owners.  These "fur-kids" deserve a chance to LIVE!  We cannot save them all without your help.  If you are searching for a new BEST FRIEND & COMPANION, we just know you'll find one at our shelter -- one who's patiently waiting and dreaming of a kind, loving person to save him or her.  It could be you! Our standard adoption fees are: • Adult Cats: $60 • Kittens (6 months and under): $80 • Adult Dog: $100 • Puppies (6 months and under): $150 • Small Dogs (under 20lbs): $150 • Specialty Breeds: $150 • Seniors for Seniors: $25 • Senior Animals: Half price The fee includes up-to-date vaccinations, Rabies vaccine, Bordatella vaccine, spay/neuter (as needed), a micro-chip and a bag of Science Diet food.

Lightning is from New Nodaway Humane Society

[Maryville, MO]

Our Mission
The New Nodaway Humane Society (NNHS) was established in 1985.  Our mission is to give shelter and care to lost, abused or unwanted animals, to advocate the humane treatment of all animals, and to reduce overpopulation. Our new facility was built in 2003, and we were able to move into the new structure in 2004.  It is 7,4...
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Today's hours: 1:00 - 5:00PM
Location
829 South Depot Maryville, MO, 64468

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