My story

　　From Bruce:

　　I am so happy to be here with my foster family. Even though I was nervous of all the new people and the things in their home, I have never shown any aggression. Even when feeling sick and in pain after my tooth was removed, I only had nose bumps (my version of kisses) and tail wags for everyone. I don’t like yelling, so a laid-back home would be best. In general, slow introductions to people and other dogs works for me so I don’t get scared. When I am scared, I just sink to the floor and look away. I love to lie around with my temporary family, leaning on them or lying at their feet. I look to my friend Zazzy for cues on what to do during the day. Coming from the street, I have “stolen” food off the countertops; I am pretty tall, so I can reach and some foods are just too tempting if left out. I am learning all the time from both my humans and Zazzy on how to be the bestest dog. I am sweet, and dreaming of a family just willing to give me a chance.

　　From Bruce’s foster:

　　Around 4 years of age, it’s unknown exactly what Bruce Wayne’s past was like before being rescued. Found on the street, it’s clear he had a rough time and didn’t know what being part of a family was like until coming to our home. Since being with us, Bruce has undergone a tooth extraction, neuter procedure, and his heartworm treatment. Despite everything he has been through, Bruce has made amazing progress and is now ready to find his fur-ever home.

　　Bruce lives with us (mom, dad and our 2 teenagers) in a 2-story house with a fenced yard. From understanding regular household noises like the ice machine, vacuum, and washing machine to being loved on and cuddled with, Bruce has adjusted quickly to life in our household. He is doing well with his potty-training schedule and sleeps through the night in his crate. He has never marked in the house.

　　Bruce has shown no resource guarding with food, toys, his crate, or his humans. He shares everything!

　　Bruce is just about 75lbs, and despite being heartworm positive, is a big, happy, strong boy. We foster him along with a litter of 7 10-week-old puppies, and our resident 2-year-old, 40 lb. dog, Zazzy is also in the home. While the puppies can be a bit much for Bruce (he runs away from them), he absolutely loves his buddy Zazzy. Bruce likes to follow her around and they play gently in the house. Bruce likes to pick up objects in one room and carry them to a different part of the house. He is never destructive with those objects; He literally just picks things up and puts them down when bored of carrying them. We are working on his understanding of what “things” are toys and appropriate for him to have. Bruce is a bit picky with chew toys, but does enjoy cow ears and is a fan of squeaky stuffed animals. Toys seem new to him, and he is still learning how to play with them. Due to his recent heartworm treatment, we don’t let him run around outside or over exert himself. He enjoys sunbathing on a chaise lounge or the decking, just enjoying the breeze or watching for lizards with Zazzy. Bruce enjoys taking leisurely walks around the neighborhood, and is doing well on a loose leash. He shows excitement and pulls when he sees a bunny, but remains easy to manage. Bruce appears afraid of bodies of water, drinking out of our swimming pool, but never dipping a paw in. He’s not the biggest fan of bath time either, but loves to be toweled off and snuggled with afterwards. He actually falls asleep while being brushed.

　　Buce would do well in a home with or without another dog. If with another dog, a

　　laid-back dog who can help him grow his confidence would be perfect. Dog training classes would also be great for Bruce to continue socialization and learning how to be the best dog he can be. Adopting Bruce will bring unconditional love to your home.

　　With patience and positive reinforcement, I am confident Bruce will quickly become a beloved member of your family.

　　Application link: https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e334440/650d93a47d0c893c email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org with any questions. Available for adoption in NV, MT, CO,UT, ID, OR, WA, Canada, and now the East Coast! Our PNW dogs are brought to you in style by a beautiful USDA licensed semi-truck, equipped with air conditioning for comfort, two drivers, and 2 onboard attendants providing 24 hour care. Our East Coast route will travel in a private, air conditioned 3LP-run van transport. Pick up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private FB Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. One of our Adoption Coordinators can help to find the closest transport pick up location to you! The adoption fee is $700.00 and includes all vetting: DAPP (2 to 4 depending on age and time in the program), Bordetella, Rabies vaccine (if old enough), multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, 2 months of heartworm preventative, extended medical such as dentals, eye surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries prior to adoption when suggested by our partner vets, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar for dogs over 4 months old, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and many priceless years of love and loyal companionship! Why adopt from Three Little Pitties? The stray and animal overpopulation in the Greater Houston area is the highest in the nation. Statistics show that there are over 1 million homeless animals in this region alone. Three Little Pitties Rescue is a nonprofit dog and cat rescue that partners with the community to make a difference. Our mission is to reduce the homeless pet population through community outreach, free spay and neuter services, and saving all breeds of dogs and cats from the streets or animal shelters that oftentimes have no other option but to euthanize animals for space. This dog you’ve found online is lucky to be in our program, and even luckier to have you notice it! Three Little Pitties wants to set you and your new pet up for success! We know our dogs and we work hard to prepare them socially for adoption. We are a network of dedicated people who are heavily invested in seeing our animals thrive. From the moment they are accepted into our program, our Intake, Behavior & Medical teams prepare them for adoption by properly vetting, behaviorally assessing, and providing customized plans depending on the dog’s needs. We seek to adopt to families who understand that these are rescue dogs and will require continued training efforts, but will be well on their way to being the best dogs that they can be! It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these special perks: • 30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion (must register within 24 hours of first vet appt.) • A free private online dog training session with GoodPup plus low pricing for future sessions (approx $25 weekly for an 8 week course of one session per week) • One free bonus toy in every BarkBox when signing up for their Super Chewer subscription plan • 70% off of your first order of Fetch, a PNW based, organic fresh dog food loaf meal subscription plan • Coupons for a fun visit to Petco • Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup! We celebrated our 5 year anniversary this year! Through the combined efforts of all of our hardworking staff and volunteers, we have placed over 12,000 very lucky dogs and cats into amazing homes! By adopting from us, you save TWO lives! The pet you adopt, and you create an opportunity for another animal to be saved in that spot. Together, we can be heroes. Follow our rescue journey through the links below! / /threelittlepittiesrescue /threelittlepittiesrescue *Due to the rising cost of fuel and transportation expenses, there will be an additional $42 surcharge for transport. DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed unless DNA test results or AKC registration were provided at intake.

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