Meet Gilley
Save the Strays Animal Rescue lists Gilley as female "Labrador Retriever / American Pit Bull Terrier" in Camden, South Carolina. Gilley (short for Gillian) is one of the rescue's long-term residents, and she has been in its care since 2018. She is 9 years young and still has a lot of pep in her step.
Gilley goes absolutely crazy when she gets a toy, but she destroys most of them in 10 minutes or less. Gilley will not be a "plug and play" adoption. She has been living in a rural environment with one woman and very few visitors, so she'll definitely need time to adjust to a new home and adopter(s). She's nervous outside of her home environment (e.g., the vet’s office), though she is calm and submissive. She should be introduced to new sights, sounds and people in small doses.
Her ideal placement would be a quiet home with one or two adults. In that home she is either the only dog or there is only one other laid-back dog of similar size. Gilley is good with other dogs once she gets to know them, but she would be quite happy as an only dog. The rescue hopes for someone with a heart for the "underdog" who can give Gilley time, space and understanding to let her relax and adjust. If that is you, you might be pleasantly surprised at the result.
Gilley enjoys a good romp in the yard and barking at the squirrels. She is also quite happy to just hang out, get a belly rub and take a nap at your feet. Once she knows you, she's incredibly loyal and gives and receives affection freely.
Gilley's adoption fee is $200. The rescue offers a three-week trial adoption period and will refund a dog’s adoption fee if it is returned within that period. For more information or an application, email info@savethestrays.org. To ask about Gilley or start an application, contact Save the Strays Animal Rescue.
Edited by Lily's Second Chance from the listing by Save the Strays Animal Rescue. Please confirm details with Save the Strays Animal Rescue.
Read Save the Strays Animal Rescue’s original description
Meet Gilley (short for Gillian), one of Save the Strays' long-term residents. At 9 years young, Gilley still has a lot of pep in her step. Although she enjoys a good romp in the yard and barking at the squirrels, she's also quite happy to just hang out, get a belly rub and take a nap at your feet. She goes absolutely crazy when she gets a toy - but she destroys most of them in 10 minutes or less. Because Gilley has been here so long (since 2018) she won't be a "plug and play" adoption. She’s been living in a rural environment with one woman and very few visitors, so she'll definitely need time to adjust to a new home and adopter(s). She's nervous outside of her home environment (e.g., the vet’s office), but calm and submissive. Still, she should be introduced to new sights, sounds and people in small doses. Gilley’s good with other dogs once she gets to know them but would be quite happy as an only dog. Her ideal placement would be a quiet home with one or two adults where she’s either the only dog or there's only one other laid-back dog of similar size. If you're someone who has a heart for the "underdog" and can give Gilley time, space and understanding to let her relax and adjust, you might be pleasantly surprised at the result. Once she knows you, she's incredibly loyal and gives and receives affection freely. Gilley's adoption fee is $200. We offer a three-week trial adoption period and will refund a dog’s adoption fee if it is returned within that period. For more information or an application, email us at info@savethestrays.org.
About Gilley’s reported breeds
Labrador Retriever
Listed as Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever is a medium-to-large sporting dog, and the AKC places it in the Sporting Group. Labs tend to be friendly and eager to learn, but many have high energy and need daily exercise and structure. The coat sheds heavily, and weekly brushing helps manage it. The AKC gives a general life expectancy of 11-13 years, and Labradors are prone to weight gain that can worsen joint disease.
American Pit Bull Terrier
Listed as American Pit Bull Terrier
The American Pit Bull Terrier is described by the United Kennel Club as a medium-sized, solidly built, short-coated dog. Its temperament is often described as eager to please and friendly, though most dogs show some level of dog aggression. The breed tends to need careful socialization, obedience training and secure fencing.
A mixed-breed dog may show some or all of the personality traits associated with the breeds listed, in their own combination. The shelter's observations tell you more about this individual dog.
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