RYLEE

Pit Bull Terrier | Higganum, CT

Age : 2 Years 1 MonthAdultFemaleMediumTan

About

Meet RYLEE

Rylee came to TJO as a stray and immediately began treatment for some skin issues. She has proven to be a friendly, outgoing dog who won't let a little itchiness get her down.OTHER PETS: Rylee is an outgoing dog who absolutely loves inviting her new canine friends to play with her. She is socialble, but might be bothersome to a dog who does not enjoy play. Not good with cats or small animals [Likely (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: Rylee would be a great dog for a first time owner to take through positive reinforcement training - Rylee and her owner could learn and grow together! [First Dog] KIDS: Rylee enjoys play but settles well, even when she get bouncy zoomies. [Likely (Must Meet First)] ACTIVITY LEVEL: Rylee enjoys walks and would be a great nature exploration buddy once she develops a walking routine with her new owner. Rylee also enjoys relaxing after she gets her energy out and would not say no to a quality couch snuggle. [Good Walking Buddy] VETERINARY CARE: Rylee is being treated for skin issues and has been since her arrival. Her condition has improved but has not completely resolved. It is important to bear in mind that these issues could be acute (a reaction to something she encounted in the world that will not reoccur once completely resolved) or chronic (a recurring issue that caused by allergies. [Routine / Above Average] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Rylee would benefit from positive reinforcement training to help her bond with her new owner, master basic cues, and reinforce appropriate behavior. She is friendly and outgoing and the mental stimulation of learning new skills would also benefit her. [Minimal] GROOMING: [Minimal]

Adoption Process
The first step is to fill out an adoption application, answering some basic questions about yourself and your household. This will help the adoption counselors facilitate the matchmaking process. Most adoptions take at least 45 minutes to one hour to complete. The Adoption Center is a busy place, so please be patient and allow yourself enough time for our process. THANK YOU! What we will need to know when you adopt a new companion: If you own your home, please bring some item of verification (tax bill, water bill, or mortgage statement.) Please also be sure to check your homeowner’s insurance policy. Some policies restrict coverage for certain dog breeds. If you DO NOT own your place of residence, please be sure the property owner will consent to have a pet on his/her property. We will verify with landlords over the phone before sending a new companion home, so please have the appropriate name and phone number available. Other pets already living with you will need to be up-to-date on vaccination. This is to decrease the risk of spreading infectious disease from one animal to another. It is important to understand that your new companion will be a member of your family. This can mean a 10-15 year commitment from you! Please bring along family members so we can make sure it will be a good match before you make a commitment. Also, if adopting a second dog, please bring your current dog with you---we can let them spend some time together and give you some suggestions on surviving the adjustment period. Please be sure you have considered the financial obligation involved in caring for a companion animal. This includes routine veterinary and emergency care, in addition to food, supplies and training. The adoption counselors can give you an idea of basic costs involved for each type of animal. Many animals adopted from shelters can require an immediate visit to the veterinarian. Because of the volume of un-vaccinated animals entering a shelter’s care, the risk of transmissible contagious diseases can be quite high. Kennel cough in dogs, and upper respiratory infections in cats are the two most common diseases that your newly adopted companion may experience. You must ask yourself if you have the financial means to care for your new friend, beyond the initial adoption costs. BEFORE YOU COMMIT!!!!! Please be honest with yourself about the actual time you have to train, groom, and exercise the companion animal you have chosen. Some things to consider: Do you work long or erratic hours? Do you like outdoor activity? Who will care for your pet while you travel? Will your pet be the appropriate size when he or she is full grown? When adopting into a home with children: Are you adopting to teach your child responsibility, or are your adopting because you have a responsible child? Are your children comfortable around the animal you’ve chosen? Will YOU still remain committed to this animal when the children lose interest? Take the time now to consider these things and find the best match for your lifestyle! We thank your for offering your home to a “pre-loved” companion. We hope he or she will be a wonderful addition to your family and your home!