2502-0639 Winnie

Pit Bull Terrier | Elizabeth City, NC

AdultFemaleLargeGray/Silver/Salt & Pepper with White

About

Meet 2502-0639 Winnie

WINNIE - 1-5 years old, 45 pounds, nervous at first Nervous behind cage bars, beautiful blue with floppy ears Winnie was still open to allowing me to leash her and walk her out. She will need some time to warm up to new people.  She was aware of everything going on around us outside the yard. She would stand at attention when other dogs walked by.  She sniffed and investigated this unfamiliar world. She did take some treats and was pretty good on the leash prob bc she would stop to sniff everything. Winnie is one of those dogs who kept going to the gate, looking for a way out of this place she didn't know. I kept her on a long lead just in case. Time. Patience. Training. Remember, she doesn't have to be perfect right from the start. If she doesn't sit for a treat right away, that's ok. Give her time. Given this time and space to get settled in a new environment, we know she will come around.

Adoption Process
1.Persons interested in adopting an animal are encouraged to visit the Care & Adoption Center. Some animals can go home right away, where others must be held for a few days before they can be released. Available adoptable animals are publicly viewable during our normal business hours. 2.All citizens regardless of City of residence are welcome to adopt spayed or neutered dogs and cats from the Animal Care & Adoption Center. All dogs and cats available for adoption through the shelter will be spayed or neutered prior to adopter possession. 3.All dogs and cats adopted from our Care & Adoption Center are given their vaccinations including rabies vaccination. Dogs are heartworm tested and cats are tested for FIV/Feline Leukemia. It is recommended that all adopters have their new pet examined by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of adoption. Routine health care for the life of your pet is very important. It is vitally important for adopters to locate a veterinarian/veterinary establishment for continued care. Adopters can visit​​ the Department of Health Professions website to assist in locating a licensed veterinarian. Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center takes the adoption of a pet very seriously and wants to help adopters and the new pet make a smooth transition into the home. If you are considering pet adoption, we encourage you to ask questions of our staff in order to make the best decision for your family. Pet ownership is a life-long responsibility. 4.Persons who reside in Virginia Beach are required to purchase a Virginia Beach City License at the time of adoption. 5.In order to adopt, interested adopters will complete a species specific adoption questionnaire/application and all dogs and cats already owned by the potential adopter are required to be current on rabies vaccines and City license (if applicable in the City of residence) at the time of adoption from the VBACAC. 6.Persons who reside in a rental property are required to show proof that the animal being adopted is permitted at residence. 7.Persons with a prior conviction of animal cruelty, failure to provide adequate care, or domestic violence related offenses will not be permitted to adopt from the VBACAC.

Contact
Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center
(757) 385-4444
[email protected]
http://www.vbgov.com