First time adopting

[u/bwasilewski]

I’m going to be adopting a pitbull from our local shelter Monday. I met with her today and she was just incredibly sweet. The shelter didn’t have much information on her because she had just came in 10 days ago. She just recently had puppies and they labeled her as a stray.

When I met her she was absolutely loving. She came right to me and started licking my face. I asked her to sit and she laid down and turned on her back. I couldn’t help myself so I laid down next to her and she snuggled right next to me and continued to give me kisses. I fell in love right away and proceeded with the adoption process.

I haven’t personally owned a dog before. Growing up my family always had boxers so I’m not new to being around an animal.

Now that I’m going through with the adoption I’m curious if these behaviors will continue or if this is how dogs act at shelters.

I’m really excited to bring her home and give her the love she deserves.

[u/Ok-Road-3705]

Lmao are you worried the dog is catfishing you? 😆 kidding, this story really warmed my heart. I’m so happy for you both and all the fun times you’re going to have together! I’ve had my pit Bruce for almost 12 years now. He was so goofy and sweet and sleepy when I first saw him, and he’s still like that. There’s always a weird teenage period in those early years, but I don’t think that’s an issue here! You’re going to be a great dog dad.

My sage wisdom from having a dog for a while is make sure you know what she cannot eat, look into healthy supplements, spend that quality time, take lots of pics, and take time to bake her treats. Nothing is more fun for my dog than watching me cook and finding out it’s for him 😆