Rocky

Adult
Male
Large

Pit Bull Terrier

About Rocky

Tehachapi, CA

Breed

Pit Bull TerrierMix

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Male

Large

(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Rocky’s Compatibility

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Rocky's Story

Sex: Male Breed: German Shepherd/Pitbull x Estimated Date of Birth : 10/26/2022 What do you give an insecure dog? You give them time. Time to adjust, time to grow confidence and time to trust. Rocky has been in our care for over a year. He doesn't have a lot of reasons to be a confident dog. His life has been hard. He was originally abandoned on the streets and came into the county shelter with a broken leg. His family never came for him and our guess is that his previous home life wasn't great. While his exterior healed his heart is definitely going to take longer. And Rocky's heart is HUGE! Once he knows you he's the goofiest most affectionate boy, but it's that stranger danger that holds him back and that's why he's still in our care. Adopters want super social dogs and they struggle to navigate Rocky's insecurities. Rocky needs an adopter willing to put in the time he needs to be the amazing dog we know he can be. Time, patience, understanding and this insecure dog will thrive! Can you give Rocky what he needs? He gets all the squishy wiggles when he's with his people, people he knows and trusts. We'd love to see him finally in a home of his own. He loves his canine pals and has great dog to dog social skills. A canine buddy or two to pal around with would be perfect. If you have all the things to make this sweet boy the happiest dog alive please apply to bring him home. He's waited long enough. If you are interested in adopting a Marley's Mutts please fill out an application at http://marleysmutts.org/adoptionprocess/

Sex: Male

Breed: German Shepherd/Pitbull x

Estimated Date of Birth : 10/26/2022

What do you give an insecure dog? You give them time. Time to adjust, time to grow confidence and time to trust. Rocky has been in our care for over a year. He doesn't have a lot of reasons to be a confident dog. His life has been hard. He was originally abandoned on the streets and came into the county shelter with a broken leg. His family never came for him and our guess is that his previous home life wasn't great. While his exterior healed his heart is definitely going to take longer.

And Rocky's heart is HUGE! Once he knows you he's the goofiest most affectionate boy, but it's that stranger danger that holds him back and that's why he's still in our care. Adopters want super social dogs and they struggle to navigate Rocky's insecurities. Rocky needs an adopter willing to put in the time he needs to be the amazing dog we know he can be. Time, patience, understanding and this insecure dog will thrive!
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How To Adopt

Rocky was listed as Adoptable by Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue

How can I adopt Rocky?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Marley's Mutts 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 Rocky 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 Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue for details on the pet.

When can I meet Rocky?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Rocky, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy

Every dog that comes through Marley's Mutts lives in our facility where people can visit and meet multiple dogs. Each dog will be introduced on our Facebook page when it arrives and will then have his or her own profile created and put up on our website. The length of time between when the dog arrives and when it is put up on the website varies. Puppies are not typically listed on the website until a few weeks prior to adoption (8 weeks of age). All our dogs will also be spayed or neutered prior to being adopted. They will be micro-chipped and up to date on their shots. Dogs that have behavior or health issues may not be listed on the website for an extended period of time. Healthy, well-behaved dogs typically will be put on the website within one week of arriving at the ranch or foster home. During that week we are constantly assessing the dog's temperament. We need time to be able to determine the dog's quirks and what type of permanent home will be ideal for the dog. Each of our dogs will have his or her own application to complete. Please refrain from applying for a dog and intending the application for another dog not yet listed. When the dog that you are interested in has a bio posted on this website, please fill out the application thoroughly. Answer any and all applicable questions and tell us why your home would be the best place for this pup to go. Once your application has been submitted, please be patient. You will receive an automated email confirming it was received. If your application was selected as a potential adopter, we will notify you and begin the approval process. We will talk to your family over the phone, get clarification on any questions we may have and will also answer any of your questions. Not all dogs have the same needs, so we don't have a generalized "standard home" in mind. We highly recommend bringing residents dogs for a meet and greet. We do not ship or transport our dogs without observing an introduction. Adopters from out of town are absolutely encouraged to adopt from us but will need to make the road trip to California to meet the dog, and most likely take it back home with you that same day, if all goes well. If you're not sure which dog would be the best fit, email us and we can help guide you in the right direction. If your application is not selected, we don't think any less of you or your home. Most likely we had eight out of ten amazing options and yours just unfortunately wasn't the one we picked. Please stay in touch with us and let us help you find the perfect addition to your family. We will notify you if the dog is currently pending adoption and then again when the dog is adopted. You can also follow our Facebook page for updates on the dog you're interested in. Once that pup has joined your family don't ever hesitate to reach out to us. Training questions, medication questions and anything in between are encouraged. We thank you for coming to Marley's Mutts to adopt your next dog. We think very highly of our dogs and enjoy sharing them with the world. For specific questions, please contact Marsha Gebhart, our Adoption Coordinator: mgebhart@marleysmutts.org

Our Mission

Mission Statement: Marley’s Mutts is a non-profit organization that rescues, rehabilitates, trains and re-homes at risk dogs from Kern County’s high-kill animal shelters. In addition, we utilize the rescued dogs to transform people’s lives. Through the power of the human-canine bond, we empower dogs and people to live heal...