Maui: Sweet as Sunshine, Smart as Can Be
Quick Facts
Age: 4 months
Weight: 21 lbs
Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier mix
Housebroken: Working on it (doing well with frequent potty breaks)
Crate Trained: Not yet — does well in a play pen and should be penned when left alone
Leash Trained: In progress
Fenced Yard Required: Preferred
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: Not tested
Good with Kids: Yes — older kids recommended
Energy Level: High puppy energy with a nice off switch
Why You’ll Love Maui
Big cuddle bug who wants to be by your side
High-energy play sessions followed by sweet snuggles
Very food motivated and eager to learn
Already knows how to sit for a treat
Smart, loving, and quick to warm up
Loves chew toys and interactive fun
About the Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier
The American Staffordshire Terrier is known for being loyal, intelligent, and people-oriented. They are affectionate companions who thrive on human connection and positive training. With proper guidance, structure, and socialization, they grow into devoted, well-mannered family members. Maui is already showing the intelligence and loving temperament the breed is known for — she just needs someone ready to help her grow into her best self.
Maui’s Personality & Home Needs
Maui is everything you’d expect from a happy puppy — playful, curious, affectionate, and full of life. She can be a little shy at first, but she warms up quickly and will happily shadow her favorite person around the house. She doesn’t yet realize her puppy strength, so a home with older, respectful children would be ideal.
She has high puppy energy but settles nicely after playtime and absolutely loves to cuddle. Maui thrives on interaction, chew toys, and positive reinforcement. She is very smart and already learning basic commands. With consistency, patience, and structure, she will continue to blossom beautifully.
She is still working on housebreaking and leash training, and because she is not yet crate trained, she does best in a play pen when left alone. She will need an adopter committed to the time and dedication required to raise and train a young puppy.
Ideal Home for Maui
Someone committed to puppy training and consistency
Older, respectful children due to puppy enthusiasm
A fenced yard preferred for safe play and energy release
An active household that will provide mental and physical stimulation
A family ready for cuddles, chew toys, and lots of love
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 provide 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!
