Pit Bull Terrier Dogs Available for Adoption in Pennington, New Jersey

Diva is now 11 years old — a sweet little lady who enjoys life at her own pace: long, leisurely walks followed by very serious naps in the sun.

She has been part of The Crossings Animal Society family for some time. In 2022, Diva was surrendered to the Associated Humane Societies Newark shelter, although not much more is known about her background. Shortly therafter, we pulled her and placed her in our foster network. Soon after that, in early 2023, she was adopted by a lovely older couple in Bucks County who immediately fell in love with her gentle personality and companionship.

Diva spent her happiest days there enjoying a big backyard, soaking up the sun, and keeping her people company at home. Sadly, due to significant health challenges, her adoptive family recently made the heartbreaking decision that they could no longer reliably care for her. They wanted to ensure she received the steady care and attention she deserves.

Our CAS volunteers stepped in to support her transition, helping keep Diva at home as long as possible with regular walks and visits before the family made a final decision to surrender her. She is now in a foster home and has also spent time in doggy daycare, where she continues to show just how easygoing and sweet she is with the staff.

Diva is a 51-pound pit mix with a sturdy little frame and a wiggly hip walk.Her foster family and adopters describe her as calm, affectionate, and incredibly simple to care for. She's smart, too. Her family told us that if you do something like forget to close the door all the way, Diva will give a little bark to let you know you forgot to lock up!

She loves:
• Chew toys
• Sunny spots on the floor or in the yard
• Travel: she loves to get her steps in as much as a good car ride where she can stick her head out the window
• Snoring
• Quiet hangs with her people

Diva absolutely thrives with people (she's a charmer!), but she does not get along with cats and other dogs. So she would do best as the only pet.
However, as we've seen for the past three years, when she’s curled up beside you or politely asking for a treat after a walk — she is all love, calm, and companionship.

If you’re looking for a low-key, loyal little walking buddy who loves sunshine, snacks, and snuggles, Diva's your girl.

The Pit Bull Terrier is a resilient and loyal breed known for its muscular build and loving nature. Originally bred for bull baiting and later dog fighting, Pit Bulls today are beloved family pets cherished for their gentle temperament and playful personality. With proper training and socialization, Pit Bull Terriers make affectionate companions that thrive on human interaction. Recognized for their strength and agility, these dogs require regular exercise and mental stimulation to channel their energy positively, reinforcing their reputation as devoted and trainable pets.

The Crossings Animal Society is a non-profit, no-kill animal welfare organization begun in 2009. Our mission is to ensure a...