Easy, chill and loving!
Hi, friends! My name is Atreyu, and I’m a 1-year-old, 31-pound, neutered Bulldog Mix. I’ve come all the way from a shelter in Riverside, where my owner tried to relinquish me. The shelter was at capacity at the time, but thankfully, TAP was there to scoop me up and give me a second chance at life!
I’m told that I’m a super sweet boy who loves people. My tail is always wagging, and I’m happy to see every person I meet. I love cuddling in bed and playing tug-o-war. I tend to wear myself out quickly during playtime, and when that happens, I like to retreat to my gated area and get a few hours of sleep. In general, I’m a low-maintenance guy who craves routine and structure, and I do best in a calm and non-chaotic environment.
As far as training goes, I am making great progress with my potty training, and I’ve almost mastered leash training, as I do well on short walks and don’t pull. I’m food motivated and easily trainable, so I’m confident I’ll be an expert in these two areas in no time! I also do well inside a gated area, but please don’t put me in a crate because those scare me.
I don’t show any signs of separation anxiety when left behind, but I do tend to get overwhelmed easily in certain environments. To help me manage my anxiety and fixation on objects as I continue my training, I’ve been taking Prozac (~$5 for a month’s supply. Price depends on where purchased and market value). Thankfully, I can be easily redirected when encountering a distraction, but I need structure and consistency in my environment to help support me with this.
I think I’d do best in a mellow home with someone who understands the Bulldog breed and all of its quirks. I don’t need a lot of exercise, so a small house and yard would be just fine. I prefer to be left home in my gated area rather than be out and about with you. However, as I gain more confidence and have more exposure to new situations, I’m sure I won’t be as overwhelmed as easily in public.
I’d probably be best as the only doggie since I don’t like to share my toys. However, it’s possible that with a slow introduction and the right pup, I might be okay with a doggie sibling. Absolutely no kitties, though, since I have a strong prey drive. As far as kiddos go, I think I’d be fine around older kids (12 years and up) since I’m a vigorous player and sometimes can’t tell the difference between little fingers and toys. Even though I’m small, I’m strong and mighty and could be too much for little humans.
Do we sound like a good match? My adoption fee is $350 and that includes spaying/neutering, shots, and microchip. If you want to take me home, please fill out the form on the website here: https://theanimalpad.org/adoption-application/.
