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Dogs Now Available for Adoption
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Gimme Some Sugar!
Josie Kat is one of the reasons we're so committed to rescue. She's deliciously soulful and she makes every day feel like the best day ever.
Our orphan crew is beautifully trained in basic manners and well-socialized to the world at large. While they're with us, they learn about car rides, crate time, mobs of kids, play time with well-suited dogs, and they learn to chill during some of Life's biggest destractions. Needless to say, we're proud of our dogs and all the volunteers who shine them up in preparation for the Real World.
Josie is living in Pit Bull Hall and waiting for her chance to be somebody's Queen. She'll certainly play the part well. See her bio below.
Slide Show of Pit Bull Hall Dogs
Coming Soon: Otter!
This little smarty pants just bounced into our program after a quick dash through Marin Humane Society. She's got everything we love in a pit bull and then some. Come back soon to see her home photos and personality details.
For info contact Donna for: Otter!
Available: Grace!
This little 40lb weasle is part flirt, part spark-plug and part marshmallow. She's big on giving hugs...Her foster mom sez: "She will press her chest into your chest and twist her neck around yours and somtimes she will nibble your ears...best ever!" But she's no push over -- because she's uber-smart, sassy and excitable, we'd like to see her in a home that knows how to be a fair boss to a pushy little princess.
She is people focused and toy & treat motivated, which has helped her come along nicely in her ambassador manners. Plays well with her select dogs. Probably no cats for this one. She crates well, travels well and loves having a steady supply of chew toys. See her Movie & Slideshow
For info contact Donna for: Grace!
Available: Tyson!
Larger Photo This little rug rat is an alien baby from another planet who decided he wanted to enjoy living with the human race for a good dog's life. We believe he's impersonating a funny looking staffy bull: He's teeny tiny (36 lbs) with a funny little body that seems to small for his usually large head. Definitely a character! Tyson is an older guy at - we're guessing - around 8 years old, but he has the energy of a fresh-out-of-the-box energizer bunny. Seriously - this busy dog can go and go and go and go. He'll need a home that can handle his love of movement and fun. Tyson is intelligent and sweetly responsive to training. He's comfortable with crates and tie-downs. He's uber dog friendly and has been a big help with indoctrinating new foster dogs to the joy of playtime. Probably not good with cats, unless your cat is bad-ass and you're good at rules.
For info contact Donna for: Tyson!
Available: Ted!
From Ted's foster mom: Ted doesn't know he's big and depth-perception-challenged. A real bull in a china shop - If furniture could move, it would jump out of his way. Loves going out on jogs or just walks. Not high energy, but definitely needs regular exercise. Once he's stretched his legs, he can chill with the best of them. Crashes out at night around 8 o'clock and just loves his crate. He's a smarty-pants and loves when he knows what it is that you want him to do. Would do well with a bitchy female, but tends to overwhelm the more submissive players. Has a zest for life, an affinity for ropes and branches, and wouldn't turn down an opportunity to lounge around in the sun (with sunscreen, of course!). Needs someone who is, or is willing to learn to be, a good boss. Yes on kids. Not cat tested, but our guess is he's not the best pick for a cat home. See his Movie & Slideshow
For info contact Donna for: Ted!
ADOPTION PENDING: Stella Polari!
WHA! Who is this? It's a cartoon character masquerading as a dog!
Stella is a recent transplant from the Michigan Humane Society. She was pregnant and in poor health when she landed in Oakland, so has been recuperating in her foster home while getting ready to graduate to available status. She's a funny girl; sorta shy at times and definitely kooky. Obsessed with people too. We love her stout little body and her warm, hopeful personality.
While she gets ready for adoption, follow the blog to some more photos of Stella, including a few video clips:
New Arrival: First Hugs
Stella Spazz Fun
First Greets
Zoomies!
For info contact Linda: Stella!
ADOPTION PENDING: Sweetie!
Introducing Sweet Pea! Yes, an adoption for this brindle gem is already pending. Never have I hand-picked a dog for a potential home, but this potential home was different. They fell hard for another BAD RAP dog, but the match up wasn't quite perfect. This home stayed patient for months, so I kept my eye open for a perfect match. I think we found one in Sweet Pea. She is easy going, cat friendly, dog social, therapy dog in the making. She came out of a Northern California shelter where a local Pit bull advocate sponsored her heartworm treatment. Paws and fingers crossed for another happy ending in the making.
For info contact Linda: Sweetie!
VIP Pit Bulls - Now Accepting Applications!
The long-awaited Available status of his celebrated group of VIP pit bulls is finally here. Eight dogs: Six males and two females. All of them wonderful and ready to change the world one mind at a time. We're so excited! VIP Link.
 
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AVAILABLE: Harvey!
Harvey's had some bad luck. His hopeful family can't commit, so the handsome guy is back on the auction block. Poor guy. It's not his fault that he's searching yet again for that 15 year permanent family plan. Despite the disapointment, he's still an optimistic people pleaser who prefers to be at your side. He'd like an active home that appreciates his youthful spirit. He's quite lovely with other dogs but can plays like a teenager, so bring on the wrestling buddlies. He's beautifully trained and was just about to start CGC Prep classes when the bad news broke. This guy is all about Goofy and making you laugh. (I mean, just look at him) He's crate trained for his down time and has the right structure and stamina to be your reliable jogging buddy. (Is he your 2008 Pit Bull Fitness Program pup?)
For info contact Linda: Harvey!
ADOPTION PENDING - Hey, Peter Mon!
Oh Peter! Since our sweet boy has been waiting for a home, he's become such a sensitive dude. Don't tell his homies, but he's changed his ways and has decided that he likes 'his' cats and he's become a world class HAM in Pit Ed Classes. Of course we can thank his devoted foster parents for bringing out the best in him. Photos: Foster Fun! They've been having a blast with Peter in their pack, but it's time for this Island Boy to plant his flag on home turf. Our sweet simple friend is a social butterful and despite his bouncy enthusiasm, he's beautifully trained. He's dog social and loves to romp with well-socialized dogs. He has a big round head that makes him look like something out of the Muppet Show. We believe that he's half pit bull and half American Bulldog. He's about 60 lbs with gorgeous red brindle markings.
He's affectionate, beautifully uncomplicated, and eternally HAPPY.
Please contact us for an application: Peter!
ADOPTED! Wooo! - Sammie!
Sammie is all about F-U-N, and has flirt pole maneuvers that defy gravity. While she has a lot of play drive, she settles quite nicely in the house and is more than happy to snuggle on the couch and watch a movie. Sammie plays nicely with well-matched dogs, and to our great surprise she's good with cats! Sammie is one of those confident, smartypants pit bulls that will take advantage of soft handling and a pushover owner, so she needs an owner who can set good direction and be a leader. For those savvy folks out there who want a shining example of what this breed can be, Sammie is the perfect match. Sammie's about 2 years old, spayed and obedience trained... she's all polished up and just waiting for the right folks to snatch her up. We're certain that when she meets her match, they'll wonder in amazement that she was in the program so long. Sure, she has silly ears, but we think that just adds to her charm. For more info on Sammie, contact Linda.
Sammie Clip
Pit Bull Hall
These BAD RAP Breed Ambassadors are living at the East Bay SPCA's Oakland facility right now. Wanna-be adopters follow the
same protocol as with traditional BR adoptions, but now you can meet these sweeties at the EBSPCA kennels.
What's it all about? Pit Bull Hall Pit Bull Hall is located at 8323 Baldwin Street Oakland, CA. Contact us in advance for an appointment to roll on the floor with our favorite foster dogs.
Available: Miss Josie Kat
We took this Pit Mix girl right in when we learned that her former owner had been unkind to. We could start a new religion based on her attitude: Despite the betrayal of having been treated poorly, she truly believes that all people are good-hearted and worthy. She's a cute little wiggle butt with a squeeezy, stubby body, wagging tail, smiling eyes, and she's perfectly comfortable in new situations. Definitely an optimist, Josie is worldly-wise, very well socialized, relaxed around dogs and eager to impress any and all human admirers. Spayed and microchipped, and happy to actively engage with her handler during obedience lessons. We have a hunch that she's going to be able to live with a cat. Please come on down to Pit Bull Hall to meet this girl...She would love it.
Josie: Movie Clip.
For more info contact Donna: Josie Kat
ADOPTION PENDING! - Texas Cadillac
Well, Darn ... Texas hopeful home was not quite right for our girl, so she's back on the market. What a beautiful creature. Texas is a young pearl with soft warm eyes, a gorgeous brindle coat and ears that are made to impress. About eleven months old, and getting prettier by the day. We're quite taken by her demure, feminine nature and her love of a good snuggle. She's been lots of fun in play sessions with other dogs. A good beginner's dog.
More Photos of Texas
Texas: Movie Clip.
Contact Donna about: Texas
Available: Deja Blu
This regal face belongs to the soft hearted Deja Blu. She's between 1-2 years old with a slight build and feminine features. We don't quite understand it, but she has the softest coat we've ever snuggled on a pit bull. It's truly mink-worthy. It didn't come from a life of luxury; Deja suffered a chemical burn on her back in a former life. She's happy to leave those days behind her and focus on better days. She's a gentle girl who falls into her obedience lessons like a pro. She's a big flirt pole fan and she enjoys playing with other well matched dogs. Just a nice little girl here. Now living at Pit Bull Hall.
MOVIE of Deja
For info contact Donna for: Deja Blu!
ADOPTION PENDING - BooBoo Divine!
BooBoo Divine earned her first name the hard way....Background Story. She earned her second name by - well - by being the perfect dog. BooBoo is just a pup at about 12 months old. She's nicely connected, gentle, responsive, and all those things that seem unbelievable coming from a dog whose ears have been chopped off with scissors. Very dog friendly too. Her training is coming along nicely.
For info contact Tim for: BooBoo Divine!
ADOPTION PENDING - Elvez
Young Elvez (above) is finally settled in at Pit Bull Hall. He's a cool guy who appreciates gentle strokes behind the ears and a kind word. He's silly and happy. We notice that he can be a bit of a worry wart too, so have been working on building his confidence though the magic of obedience lessons, leadership and a good dose of friendship. Mr. Smarty is fast learner and is now ready for adoption. Photo Credit Sarah Chinn
ELVEZ MOVIE
Contact Donna about: Elvez
ADOPTED! - Bug!
This pit mix youngster (above) is the most well mannered gentleman dog in our program right now. Very connnected, personable and eager to please. Good dog manners and beautifully gentle with small kids, cats and small dogs. This boy's a prize. He's about 11 months old, so is just developing his gorgeous adult muscles. Micro-chipped, neutered, all shots. Photo Credit: Maria Graizer
More photos from Maria of Bug Here
Bug Video Clip
Bug's rep is Donna: Bug!
Did You Know? For our $150 adoption fee, your BAD RAP dog comes with a lifetime of free training classes including Canine Good Citizen CGC coaching. While they wait for new homes, all our dogs get basic obedience lessons including leash work. They're socialized with all kinds of people and other dogs, and most already have a small group of playmates that they can stay connected with post-adoption. All are speutered, vetted, microchipped, crate-trained and either partially or completely housetrained. Ready Made Ambassadogs at Your Service!
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Many Angels:
BAD RAP couldn't help these special dogs without the ongoing support of the community of dog lovers in the bay area (and
beyond!). This includes the foster homes and volunteers who offer so much of themselves, the shelter staff and rescue groups who call
out special adoption candidates, the finders who bring sweet creatures to safety and the many people who send us the lifeblood of
donations. A big Thank You to all the angels who care so much.
Please help us do this work.
Tax Deductable Donations via The Magic of PayPal:
EIN Number ~ 94-3397172
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 What's Killing the Pit Bulls?
Important: Read
about the epidemic that's hurting our breed.
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To See Our Dogs:
Some of our dogs can be seen at the Oakland EBPCA and the rest can be seen in Berkeley on Saturdays during our Pit Ed Class. We can also arrange
meet-n-greets elsewhere during the week. Please write to the BR Contact person listed with the dog(s) you're interested in to arrange a
meeting. We ask that interested parties fill out an application before meeting the dogs. Filling out an app does not obligate you in any
way, but it helps us know that you're a serious, qualified shopper.Thank You!
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The 'Fred Fund' & BullyHaven:
A Special Way to Help Homeless Seniors:
 CONGRATS! Susi Ming for earning Wells Fargo's Outstanding Community Support Award for your
volunteer work with BAD RAP.
Meet the Busy Angel Behind BullyHaven
Our Founder,
Fred! Its a rare thing to see senior pit bulls in our pounds. Because this breed usually shows up as tiny litter rejects, young
adult strays or untrained teenagers surrendered by under-prepared owners, so many never make it to old age. In fact, its probably safe
to say that because of the huge problem of overbreeding and irresponsible homes, the majority of pit bulls now born in our urban areas
don't survive to see their second birthday. So when this 16 year old gentleman of a pit bull landed in a local shelter, we did a double
take! We thought Fred deserved better after so many faithful years of service on this planet. Big hearted BAD RAP Reps Susi and
Chaz immediately jumped in to whisk this pooch away and into their 'BullyHaven' home for some special TLC and a dignified retirement.
From this compassionate act, we were inspired to create the "Fred Fund": a way to help us help future deserving senior pit bulls find a
quiet place to settle in and receive gentle care until its time to say leave this world - in the arms of adoring caretakers. If you'd like to
contribute towards the 'Fred Fund', we'll earmark your donation for med care needs to allow other rescued retirees some creature
comforts while they're still able to enjoy life.
If you can offer a senior pit bull (dogs from 6 years old on up) a place to retire in
your home, please let us know. As you can see from Fred's newfound happy face, you'll be doing one lucky dog the favor of a lifetime!
Thank you for your kindness.
For more info, contact Suz about: BullyHaven
The Fred Fund received a generous donation from Catherine Godlewski, which will allow for the rescue of a senior pit bull in 2007. Thank you!
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