Pudge
American Staffordshire Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · Adult (3 years 11 months) · Male · Medium · Holly Springs, NC
Notes from Pawfect Match Rescue
<3 A Special Note About Me
I'm part of Pawfect Match's Special Care & Rehabilitation Program. My journey is a little different than most.
Some of us are healing from medical conditions. Some of us are learning to trust. Some of us have special needs or require a very specific home to thrive. While we're always open to meeting the right family, our priority is making sure we're happy, healthy, and loved every step of the way.
For me, that means it would take a truly special home—someone who understands my unique needs and is committed to giving me the life I deserve. If that person comes along, we'd love to hear from them! Until then, Pawfect Match is proud to be my safety net and my family.
My care doesn't stop after my rescue. Food, medications, routine veterinary care, enrichment, and lots of love are all part of my everyday life.
If you'd like to be part of my journey, please consider making a donation toward my daily care. Every gift, no matter the size, helps dogs like me continue to receive the second chances we deserve.
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Hello, my name is Pudge! I am a spunky silly boy that just can’t get enough attention. I love my people and my foster sister! We love to play, run and chew on treats. I can be somewhat timid around people because I’m still not sure about them. Once I get attached to you, I'm your best friend and you are mine. I like being pet but I really love to play and to run! I’d love to be with someone who likes to play a lot and then snuggle up for a nap. Like any puppy, I do get into things I'm not supposed to. I'm learning what I can chew and what I shouldn't chew. I am pretty good with my housetraining, but due to my age still have occasional accidents. I do have one weird quirk. I only like to poop outside at night! I will go when I am running around outside but prefer the cover of the dark sky. Maybe my name should be Batman! I'm already neutered and up to date on on vaccinations. I do need a home with another dog. Could you be my Pawfect Match?
The adoption fee is $400, which covers food, vetting, microchip and the spay/neuter surgery performed by a rescue-affiliated vet. All dogs receive a wellness visit and are up to date on shots appropriate for age. Breed and size is Pawfect Match Rescue's best guess and not guaranteed. Please go to https://www.pawfectmatch.org/animals/search? and search on the dog name to see more photos, browse the profile, and complete an application
About Pudge
Gets along with
- Kids
- Yes
- Dogs
- Yes
Home and care
- House-trained
- Yes
- Indoor or outdoor
- Indoor Only
- Needs a yard
- No
- Fence
- Not Required
- Energy
- Moderate
- Exercise needs
- Moderate
- How vocal
- Quiet
- With new people
- Friendly
- Training
- Has Basic Training
- Owner experience
- Some needed
- Coat
- Short
Health
- Vaccinations current
- Yes
- Special needs
- No
AffectionateCrate-trainedEager to pleaseEven-temperedGentleGood in the carGoofyIntelligentLeash-trainedPlayfulPlays with toys
As listed by Pawfect Match Rescue. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact Pawfect Match Rescue 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 Pawfect Match Rescue, never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.








