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Pongo

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Terrier

About Pongo

Vernon, CT

Breed

TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
White / Cream, Black

Behavior

Personality
Loyal, Couch, Affectionate, Gentle, Friendly, Smart, Quiet, Loves
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Pongo’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.

Adoption Fee

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Pongo's Story

Meet Pongo – The Tripod with a Heart of Gold!<br/><br/>Shot and left injured, Pongo lost a leg — but he never lost his joy. This handsome, spotty-eared boy radiates resilience and love. Nothing slows him down! He adores his walks, soaks up every bit of affection, and will happily follow you from room to room just to be near you.<br/><br/>Pongo’s gentle spirit shines through in everything he does. He currently lives peacefully with other dogs, but he’d be just as content soaking up all the love as your one-and-only. However you picture life with him — a loyal companion, a walking buddy, or a snuggle partner — Pongo will fill your home and heart completely.<br/><br/>With his soulful eyes and those unforgettable ears, Pongo is proof that love and joy can overcome anything. He’s ready for his happily ever after — could it be with you?<br/><br/>? Available for adoption in Texas and the Northeast.

Meet Pongo – The Tripod with a Heart of Gold!

Shot and left injured, Pongo lost a leg — but he never lost his joy. This handsome, spotty-eared boy radiates resilience and love. Nothing slows him down! He adores his walks, soaks up every bit of affection, and will happily follow you from room to room just to be near you.

Pongo’s gentle spirit shines through in everything he does. He currently lives peacefully with other dogs, but he’d be just as content soaking up all the love as your one-and-only. However you picture life with him — a loyal companion, a walking buddy, or a snuggle partner — Pongo will fill your home and heart completely.

With his soulful eyes and those unforgettable ears, Pongo is proof that love and joy can overcome anything. He’s ready for his happily ever after — could it be with you?

? Available for adoption in Texas and the Northeast.

Meet Pongo – The Tripod with a Heart of Gold!

Shot and left injured, Pongo lost a leg — but he never lost his joy. This handsome, spotty-eared boy radiates resilience and love. Nothing slows him down! He adores his walks, soaks up every bit of affection, and will happily follow you from room to room just to be near you.

Pongo’s gentle spirit shines through in everything he does. He currently lives peacefully with other dogs, but he’d be just as content soaking up all the love as your one-and-only. However you picture life with him — a loyal companion, a walking buddy, or a snuggle partner — Pongo will fill your home and heart completely.

With his soulful eyes and those unforgettable ears, Pongo is proof that love and joy can overcome anything. He’s ready for his happily ever after — could it be with you?

? Available for adoption in Texas and the Northeast.

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How To Adopt

Pongo was listed as Adoptable by Addicus Legacy Dog Rescue
How can I adopt Pongo?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Addicus Legacy Dog 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 Pongo 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 Addicus Legacy Dog Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Pongo?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Addicus Legacy Dog Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Pongo, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Addicus Legacy Dog Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Addicus Legacy Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy
We do our best to include as much information as possible about each dog in their Petfinder profile and on our website. For more detailed questions, we’re happy to connect you directly with the foster—this is the best way to learn about a dog’s personality, routine, and needs. To be connected with a foster, we ask that you first complete an adoption application on our website. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee adoption. We often receive multiple applications for the same dog. While we generally review applications in the order they are received, our priority is making the best possible match for both the dog and the adopter.

Pongo is from Addicus Legacy Dog Rescue

[Vernon, CT]

Our Mission
We do our best to save as many dogs that are on death row as we can.  These dogs come from Texas and face certain death if rescues do not take them.  We pay for transport to TN, OH, PA, MD, VA, NJ, NY, CT, NH, and VT and your adoption fee covers the transportation and vaccinations and spay/neuter for dogs over 6 months.  We...
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Adoption Policy
info@addicuslegacy.org
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