Gertie

My story

Gertie is a 4–5-year-old English Bulldog/Pittie mix—possibly a pocket pittie—who lives for love and snuggles. Weighing in at just 36 pounds, she adores people, follows her favorite human from room to room, and prefers to be wherever you are (including right underfoot). Her snorting piggie walk and habit of sleeping with her tongue sticking out make her a daily dose of joy.Gertie likes treat puzzles but really does not play with toys much. She's a very low-energy dog, so she doesn’t seek out play much but may occasionally join in. Gertie is gentle with kids and friendly around other dogs, though she doesn't have experience with cats. A proper introduction would be recommended.Gertie did not take long to adjust to her new foster home, and has been respectful in the home. While she’s crate-trained, Gertie doesn’t love it—she prefers being out and near her humans. She does fine left alone in the home for short periods, though she may have an accident if left too long. House training is still a work in progress, with 1–2 accidents a day, so her forever family should be ready to continue helping her build good potty habits.Gertie has some typical bully-breed quirks—she needs to avoid strenuous activity, be kept cool in warm weather, and do best in a home without many stairs. She eats only wet food and is currently being treated for minor skin and paw conditions. She’ll need ongoing care for her skin and a dental cleaning down the line.Despite a few medical needs, Gertie is such a happy and sweet girl! If you’re looking for a mellow companion who wants nothing more than to love and be loved, Gertie is ready to curl up next to you—and stay there forever.If you are interested in this dog, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Gertie, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.