Breed: Pit Bull Terrier mix?

Sex: Female

Spayed: Yes

Age: 8 years approx

Size: Medium (49 lbs)

Color: Brindle and white

Coat: Smooth

Vaccinated DHPP: Yes

Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Vaccine: Yes

Heartworm Test: Negative

Children: OK with children

Other Dogs: OK with dogs

Notes: Sophia ID# 591715 is estimated to be about 8 years old and weighing approximately 49 lbs.

Per Staff Behavioral Analysis 5.21.2025:
• Very friendly & playful
• Knows sit, shake/paw and is house-trained
• Per the previous owner, resource guarder with food/treats/toys around other dogs.
• Very food motivated and eats fast kennel staff is recommending no small children. Per the previous owner good with children.
• Sophia enjoys going on walks and getting attention from people.

Dog test: Sophia was very playful during the dog meet and greet. She was tested with an intact female hound (submissive), and Sophia sniffed and was playful. Tested her with a neutered male Pitbull and both were playful. During this interaction there was no toys or food around.

• Intake Date: 05.14.2025 (Owner Relinquish)
• Good with Dogs
• Unknown Behavior with cats
• Good withChildren

Medical: Heartworm Negative; Vaccinated for Bordetella and Distemper; Sterilized; Pe Recommendations: Time and Patience. Potential Adopters MUST be aware and prepared for Common Rescue Dog Behaviors. Adoption fee $25

Adoption fee $25. We accept cash, check, credit and debit cards.

This dog has been available for 60 days

If you are interested in Sophia phone 804 365 6485 Option 2 to check her current status and for an appointment or stop by to meet her at Hanover County Animal Shelter. We are open Monday through Friday 10am to 4:30pm, Saturday 10am to 3:30pm by appointment only please. Our address is 12471 Taylor Complex Lane, Ashland, VA, 23005.

Still available for adoption on this date: Aug 4th, 2025

Dogs are claimed, adopted and rescued everyday so please contact us to check that this dog is available.

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ONE BY ONE One by one, they pass by my cage Too old, too worn, too broken, they say Way past his time, he can’t run and play They shake their heads and go on their way A little old man, arthritic and sore It seems that I am wanted no more I once had a home, I once had a bed A place that was warm, and where I was fed Now my muzzle is grey, and my eyes slowly fail Who wants a dog so old and so frail? My family decided I didn’t belong I got in their way, my attitude wrong Now I sit in this kennel, where day after day The younger ones are chosen and taken away When I had come to the end of my rope You saw my face and again I knew hope You saw past the grey, the legs wobbly with age And felt I deserved life beyond this cage You took me home, gave me food and a bed You gently stroked my poor tired head We snuggle and play, you talk to me low You love me so dearly, and make sure I know Although I have lived most of my life with another You outshine them with a love so much stronger I promise to return all the love I can give To you my dear friend, as long as I live I may be with you for a week, or for years We will share many smiles, and a few tears When the time comes, that God deems I must leave I know you will cry and your heart it will grieve When I arrive at the Bridge all brand new My thoughts and my heart will still be with you And I will brag to all who will hear Of the person who made my last days so dear.

Adoption of dogs is open to residents of Louisa, Goochland, Chesterfield, Henrico, New Kent, King William, Caroline, Spotsylvania and Hanover Counties, VA.

If you are interested in adopting a pet, you must meet the following requirements:

• Agree to the terms of the Adoption Application Form
• Adopter must be at least 18 years old
• Adopter must provide a current state-approved identification card or driver's license
• Adopter must not be banned from future adoptions as a result of a court order
• Adopter must pass an adoption screening
• Adopter will pay the adoption fee plus sterilization/vaccination fees where applicable. We accept cash, check, credit and debit cards

The number of animals you can have varies depending on where you are in the county. This is clarified in the animals permitted section of the county ordinance. Check that to make sure you are in compliance before you adopt.

Hanover County Animal Shelter is located at:
12471 Taylor Complex Lane,
Ashland,
VA, 23005

Opening Hours:
Monday through Friday 10am to 4:30pm
Saturday 10am to 3:30pm by appointment only please
Closed Sunday and Holidays