10/24/2025
*ADOPTED!!!*
Zeus
🐾 Meet Our Resilient Companion – Ready for His Forever Home!
This handsome boy is looking for a loving, experienced home where he can truly thrive. Estimated to be around 4–6 years old, he’s a strong, loyal dog with a big heart and a touch of independence. He’s been through a lot — we suspect he may have once been hit by a car, as his gait is a little uneven, but it doesn’t slow him down one bit. He still enjoys walks, hanging out with his people, and exploring the world around him.
He’s potty trained, comfortable being tethered indoors, and will rest calmly nearby once he knows his people are close. He’s great in a crate and responds well to food motivation. He’s also wonderfully respectful of the house — he won’t climb on furniture or beds unless invited (and even then, he usually prefers the floor!).
This boy walks best on a slip leash held high on the neck, though he can pull when he’s eager to check out a scent or if he spots a cat. For that reason, we recommend a cat-free home. He would do best with someone experienced in handling strong dogs, as he’s not the right fit for a first-time owner or someone with a very gentle training style. A bit of leash-manner work will go a long way in helping him shine.
He does show some resource-guarding tendencies, so feeding him separately and supervising access to toys or bones is important. He can easily destroy toys (and takes great pride in doing so!), so sturdy chew items only, please!
He currently lives peacefully with another dog (an intact Am Staff) — they get along beautifully as long as meals are kept separate. Still, given his strength and resource-guarding habits, he’d be happiest as either an only dog or with an owner experienced in managing multi-dog dynamics.
He loves people, enjoys being part of the household, and just wants to belong. You can tell he’s used to having freedom, so doors should be watched carefully — he’s a bit of a door-bolter when opportunity knocks.
This incredible boy deserves a second chance with a confident, kind adopter who can offer him structure, patience, and love. He is a very loving boy, he’ll reward you with unwavering loyalty and quiet companionship.
If you think you’re the right match for this special guy, please reach out — he’s waiting to meet his forever person!
