Roscoe - Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dog for Adoption in Maryville, Tennessee

Hi, I'm Roscoe!

I was born on May 25th, one of six puppies in my litter. I don't remember much from those early days, except that nobody was really watching out for us. My brothers, sisters, and I kept wandering into the road — it was scary, and dangerous, and we didn't know any better. Some kind neighborhood kids started keeping an eye on us, making sure we stayed safe. And then one day, a neighbor with a good heart took all of us in. I don't know where I'd be without that kindness.

Now let me tell you who I am, because I think I'm a pretty interesting little guy, if I do say so myself. I'm smart — the kind of smart that likes to sit back and observe before jumping in. I'll perch myself somewhere just right and watch everything happening around me: my siblings wrestling, a bug crossing the yard, someone walking by. Nothing escapes my notice. I like to know what's going on. Call it curiosity, call it strategy — either way, I'm always paying attention. I have a cool white mark on the back of my neck in the shape of a martini glass.

But don't mistake my watchful side for shyness, because the second there's a chance to play with my litter, I am all in. And when it comes to people? I am an open book. Outgoing, affectionate, an absolute sucker for attention and cuddles. If you sit down near me, I will consider that a personal invitation to climb into your lap and stay there.

I think that's what I want more than anything — someone to really see me the way I see everything else. Someone who'll sit with me, let me curl up close, and give me all the attention my heart can hold. I've spent so much time watching the world go by. Now I just want to be part of a family, right in the middle of everything, instead of on the outside looking in.

I've already survived so much just to get here. All that's left is finding my person — someone who wants a clever, cuddly, endlessly watchful little guy to love. If that's you, I promise I'll be watching for you too, hoping every single day that you're the one who comes.

Love,
Roscoe

*Fenced in yard is required.

****When puppies and kittens are adopted before being fixed, they MUST be adopted in East Tennessee.


If you would like to meet your new best friend, contact the Adoption Coordinator at info@almosthometn.org or 865-236-0830. To fill out an application, go to www.almosthometn.org. If you cannot get it to work, let us know and we will email it to you in a different format.

Unless otherwise noted, all Almost Home pets are healthy, spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and flea & tick preventative.

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a muscular, agile dog known for its loyalty and affection towards its family. With a friendly and courageous nature, this breed makes an excellent companion and is great with children. Their distinctive physical features include a broad head, strong jaws, and a short coat that comes in various colors. Despite their tough appearance, Staffordshire Bull Terriers thrive on human interaction and require consistent training and socialization to develop into well rounded pets.

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