Meet Mickey — an 8 year old, 65 lb Pitbull mix with the soul of a gentle old friend and the heart of a loyal shadow.
Quick Facts:
Name: Mickey
Breed: American Pitbull Terrier Mix
Age: 8 years old
Weight: 65 lbs.
House-Trained: Working on it!
Crate-Trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes, mainly ignores them
Good with Cats: Yes
Good with Kids: Not tested but likely fine with older kids
Energy Level: Low (couch potato)
Fence Required: No
About Mickey’s Breed:
Our best guess is that Mickey is an American Pitbull Terrier mixed breed. American Pit Bulls are known for their loyal, affectionate, and people oriented nature, often forming deep bonds with their families. They’re intelligent, eager to please, and thrive when they’re included in daily life, whether that’s lounging on the couch or joining in on light adventures. Despite their strong, athletic build, many are gentle companions who love human attention and enjoy being part of a routine.
An ideal home for an American Pit Bull is one that offers structure, positive training, and plenty of companionship. They do best with families who appreciate their sensitive, loving personalities and can provide consistent guidance and engagement. With kindness, stability, and a bit of patience, they flourish into incredibly loyal, devoted family members.
What to Love about Mickey:
Mickey is the definition of laid back: he doesn’t need exercise to be happy, just a soft place to rest and a person to follow. If you sit, he’ll curl up beside you. If you move, he’ll quietly trail behind. His greatest joy is simply being near his human.
Mickey came to rescue after spending years outside, and he’s soaking up every bit of comfort and affection he missed! He was initially obsessed with water due to possible past deprivation, but with patient, structured access, he’s doing wonderfully and it’s helped his potty training tremendously. He’s smart, eager to learn, and picking up crate training quickly. He’s fed separately from his foster dog siblings since he prefers to keep his bowl to himself, but he’s never reactive — just politely asks for space.
He’s indifferent to other dogs and much prefers the company of people, though he’s perfectly content coexisting. He’s also great with cats and doesn’t mind when his feline foster friend rubs on him! Mickey enjoys a fenced yard to wander in, but he’s also good on leash and would do fine with regular walks instead. He hasn’t met kids yet, but his calm nature suggests he’d likely do well with older, respectful children.
Mickey may bark when new visitors arrive, but once he gets a sniff — his version of a handshake — he’s perfectly content! His energy level is low, and he loves lounging in his bed, watching the household go about its day. He doesn’t need an experienced owner, just someone patient, gentle, and ready to give him the love he’s waited so long for.
Mickey’s Highlights:
- 8 year old, 65 lb Pitbull mix with a low energy, laid back personality
- The ultimate loyal shadow who follows his person everywhere and loves to snuggle
- Great with cats and calmly coexists with other dogs, though he prefers people
- Smart and eager to learn; doing well with crate training and potty training
- Enjoys a fenced yard but also walks nicely on a leash
- Politely asks for space around his food bowl but is never reactive
- Barks to greet new visitors, then settles once he gets a sniff
- Perfect match for a patient, gentle home looking for an easy going companion
Mickey is an easygoing, affectionate, loyal companion who wants nothing more than a peaceful home, a soft bed, and a person to adore. He’s ready to spend his golden years being cherished — and he’ll give that love right back!
Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!
