Nita
Nita is a kind and caring Inuit, acting as a mother/big sister figure to Koda and offering advice to Rutt and Tuke when they have problems impressing two female moosettes.
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Background Info:
Nita was found as a stray with another dog and brought to the city shelter. Both Nita and the other dog were in rough shape. She was underweight with a coarse coat indicating she may have had a life predominantly outdoors. She is now safe and in good care at the MPR shelter.
Adoption Fee: $150
Breed: Pit Bull Mix
Sex: Female
Age: 1-3 yrs
Weight: 45-55 lbs
Health Condition:
Nita originally came into the MPR program underweight but is now back to a healthy weight. This little pint sized cutie is healthy and ready to adopt.
Physical Description:
Nita is what you would call 'smedium' build. She is not quite a "pocket Pittie" but is right on the edge. Her shorter legs and body are well rounded out with a good muscular build. She is definitely still small enough to fit in your lap which you find out almost immediately when meeting her. Nita's coat is a beautiful amber/bronze with eyes to match. She has the cutest button nose that you can't help but touch and say 'boop' when greeting her. Do not let pictures fool you, Nita has a pouty face look but she does not have an ounce of pouting to show when around you. Nita's pictures do not do her cuteness justice at all, from the day she arrived our volunteers were swooning over this adorable looking bronze babe.
Current Living Situation:
Nita is currently living at the MPR shelter. She has shown to keep a clean kennel and uses her doggy door to use the bathroom outside. She likes to lounge on her outdoor bed but always comes running in when she hears volunteers approaching her kennel so she can say hi.
Personality:
When Nita first arrived at MPR it seemed she was a bit reserved about trusting humans but is already getting so much better now that she knows humans can reciprocate the love that she herself has. She is so happy to see our volunteers when it is her turn to come out and play. Nita will run into the playroom, get a mild case of the zoomies and then immediately jump into your lap and is ready for couch cuddles. She has so so much love to give and is the perfect mix of a medium energy dog and a coach potato. Nita can be feisty gal also. She has shown to have a little reactivity when a dog is on the other side of her fence. Really, Nita just wants to please her human but will benefit from good leadership.
Behavior with people:
Nita wants to be a people pleaser! You are greeted with tail wags and that pouty face looking up at you that you cannot resist giving kisses to. Speaking of kisses, she gives the gentlest kisses herself and does not smother you. Once introductions have been made Nita will turn into your very own personal lap dog. This dog LOVES to be attached to her humans and has been called a "velcro dog" on more than one occasion. Our volunteers all have nothing but glowing reports to give about Nita's affectionate personality after their shifts and many times have trouble putting her back in her kennel instead of just taking her home themselves. Nita is a fantastic ambassador for the endearing disposition that Pit Bull type dogs have to offer.
Behavior with children:
We think a home with older teenagers would be best for Nita. She gets very excited to see people and will sometimes run and jump into your lap which small children are not always ready for.
Behavior with other dogs:
We think Nita would do best as an only pet. Do not worry though, she will be sure to show enough love to her humans for 10 dogs.
Behavior with other animals:
Being new to our program, we do not know how Nita reacts to other animals.
Training:
Having come in as a stray, Nita came into our program without basic commands but the training team at MPR works with her everyday on 'sit' 'down' 'look' and many other common commands. With her eagerness to please, it is believed that Nita will be a quick learner.
Best Attribute:
While being quite easy on the eyes, Nita's warm heart will win you over immediately. She is the type of dog that you might cancel weekend plans for because you and her will be so attached that you couldn't imagine being apart for the night! This dog has so much love to give and once she is in a forever home she will never leave your side. In need of unconditional love or a new best friend, then stop scrolling and apply for Nita. And really, how can you say no to that adorable pouty face.
Even if you can’t adopt this sweetheart, you can still help by donating for their care.
Information updated on 07/15/2024 BAM
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