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Winnie

Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) · Adult · Female · Large · Marina Del Rey, CA

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Notes from Starpaws Rescue

Meet Winnie, a beautiful 3-year-old Pit Bull mix who has already come so far. ❤️ When we found Winnie at the shelter, she was absolutely terrified—shaking and curled up in the corner, unsure of the world around her. Sadly, that fear didn’t disappear the moment she was rescued. It translated into fearful behavior, and Winnie needed someone to help her understand that she was finally safe. Winnie has just completed extensive professional training, and she is doing fantastic. She has made incredible strides, gained confidence, and continues to improve every day. We are so proud of how hard she has worked. Now Winnie needs a very specific kind of home. She needs an experienced, Pit Bull-savvy owner who understands fearful dogs and can provide the structure, boundaries, love, and discipline she needs to continue succeeding. We also want to be completely transparent: Winnie is not a dog you’re going to take to dog parks, crowded patios, or Starbucks. And that's okay. Not every dog needs that life to be happy. Winnie needs an owner who understands her limitations, advocates for her, keeps her safe, and gives her a calm, structured life where she can thrive. In the right hands, Winnie is an incredibly special dog with so much love to give. We know her person is out there—someone who will see how far she has come and be willing to continue the work that has helped her become the dog she is today. Winnie doesn't need a perfect world. She just needs the right person. ❤️

*This is a courtesy post. If you're interested in adopting Winnie, please fill out an adoption application with Big Love Animal Rescue https://bigloveanimalrescue.org/

About Winnie

Gets along with

Kids
No
Dogs
No
Cats
No

Home and care

House-trained
Yes
Coat
Short

Health

Vaccinations current
Yes
Special needs
No

As listed by Starpaws Rescue. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Starpaws Rescue using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Starpaws Rescue, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.
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