Porter
American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · Adult (4 years 5 months) · Male · Large · Jackson, MS
Notes from Animal Rescue Fund of MS
Porter has every reason in the world to give up on people… but somehow, he still chooses love.
Even after losing his back leg, this sweet boy remains friendly, happy, and full of heart. He’s kennel trained, easy to love, and the kind of dog who just wants to be close to someone who cares. Porter doesn’t spend his days feeling sorry for himself—he spends them hoping someone finally sees him for the incredible dog he is.
And honestly? Three legs don’t change a thing about his ability to love, play, or be somebody’s best friend. If anything, they just prove how strong his spirit really is.
Porter deserves more than shelter life. He deserves a soft place to land, kind people, and a future that finally feels safe.
About Porter
Gets along with
- Kids
- Yes
- Dogs
- Yes
- Cats
- Yes
Home and care
- Indoor or outdoor
- Indoor Only
- Energy
- Moderate
- Exercise needs
- Moderate
- Grooming needs
- Low
- With new people
- Friendly
- Training
- Needs Training
- Owner experience
- First-timers OK
- Coat
- Short
Health
- Special needs
- No
AffectionateEager to pleaseLeash-trainedPlays with toys
As listed by Animal Rescue Fund of MS. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact Animal Rescue Fund of MS using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
- They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
- 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 Animal Rescue Fund of MS, never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.