Benny French Bulldog Citrus Heights, CA

Benny


WHAT IS YOUR NAME?
Hi! I’m Benny!
 
ARE YOU A BOY OR A GIRL?
I’m a handsome little boy!
 
HOW OLD ARE YOU?
That’s a good question! I am a man of mystery, as different healthcare professionals have estimated my age at anywhere from two to five years old!
 
WHAT BREED ARE YOU?
I am a French Bulldog.
 
HOW MUCH DO YOU WEIGH?
I am a perfectly proportioned 26 pounds!
 
WHAT DO YOU LOOK LIKE?
I look adorable, if I do say so myself! I have a fawn-colored brindle coat with the cutest white stripe right in the middle of my forehead. My chest and the tips of my teensy little toes are also white. Oh, and don’t get me started on my eyes! I have these big, sweet eyes that will melt your heart every time you see me. SO CUTE, right??
 
WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO EAT?
I’m kinda funny about my food preferences, actually. I enjoy my kibble at meals, but I am particular about foods that most other dogs enjoy (or so I’ve heard). For example, rather than eat blueberries, I prefer to push them around with my nose and chase them when they try to escape. Foster mom says this is cute and silly… I just think these little things are more of a toy than food!
 
WHAT KIND OF PERSONALITY DO YOU HAVE?
I’m such a sweet boy. I am coming out of my shell and learning how to be a dog now that I am safe and loved in my foster home. I am pretty mellow for a young fellow (ha! I made a rhyme!), and foster mom calls me an “old soul” because I am so laid back and well-behaved. I’m independent and can often be found hanging out by myself soaking up the sunshine in the backyard. Foster mom loves when my goofy side comes out because I make the cutest grumbly noises to express myself! When I’m getting my beloved belly rubs, I tend to get stuck on my back like a silly turtle, which brings out the aforementioned grumbly noises, which then brings out the giggles from the humans. I’m a character!
 
DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT DAY
My perfect day would DEFINITELY involve some sunshine sploots in the yard. That’s my super favorite thing! When I got my fill of the sun, or maybe just on a break from my yard time, I would come inside for some belly rubs from my humans. And I would really like to take a car ride on this perfect day too! Oh my goodness, this sounds like an AMAZING day, doesn’t it?
 
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TOY?
I’m starting to learn how much fun toys can be! My favorites are the soft ones that have a crinkly sound when I bite them. That’s the best! I also love to chew on Nylabones or play tug with my humans! Oh, and I am REALLY good about bringing the ball back when you throw it for me. I love to make my foster mom proud when I bring the ball back!
 
DO YOU KNOW ANY TRICKS?
If a treat is involved, I will give you a fabulous “sit.” And I am SUCH a good boy about waiting patiently when it is time for a walk. That’s hard because I love going on a walk SO much! I’m also very responsive to “no!” I’m a good boy, so I don’t hear that one all that often, but if I do, I will stop whatever it is right away.
 
WHAT SCARES YOU?
Am I scared of the vacuum? I don’t know if I’d call it fear… I am just convinced that it is here to destroy the house and hurt my foster mom. So I make my presence known with a few well-timed grumbly noises to make sure that the vacuum knows I’m not going to put up with any of its shenanigans.
 
HAVE YOU BEEN AROUND CHILDREN?
I have! There’s a three-year old girl that comes over to the house pretty regularly! I like her a lot, but I am still learning that it’s maybe not the best idea to jump up on little humans. I’m just trying to show her I love her, but foster mom is working on teaching me good manners. I am a good boy, so I am doing my best to keep all four paws on the floor.
 
DO YOU LIKE CATS?
Can’t say I have an opinion one way or another, as I’ve never come across one.
 
HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT OTHER DOGS?
I really like other dogs! Foster mom thinks I would thrive in a household with a doggy companion so I can learn how to play and run around.
 
IF YOU COULD BE ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD, WHERE WOULD IT BE?
Easy question… I would be splooting in the sun or getting belly rubs from my human. Oh, maybe I could get belly rubs from my human while I’m in the sun?!
 
HOW IS YOUR HEALTH?
When I first came to NorCal Bully Breed Rescue, I had a big growth in my neck. But I had surgery to remove what was identified as an impacted salivary gland. With that gone, the doctors don’t expect any further issues with that! Yay! I also had surgery to help me breathe better and now I’ve got a whole new lease on life. I’m healthy and happy and ready to enjoy the rest of my life!
 
WHO DO YOU LIVE WITH IN YOUR FOSTER HOME AND WHO IS YOUR CLOSEST COMPANION?
I live with my foster mom and dad, and there are three resident dogs here too! I am most attached to my foster mom, since she’s the one who gives me treats and plays with me. She makes me happy, and I know she loves me very much.
 
WHERE DO YOU HANG OUT WHEN YOU ARE HOME ALONE?
I am very comfortable in my cozy crate.
 
WHERE DO YOU SLEEP?
I sleep in my crate. In fact, I go in there all by myself without being asked most of the time! Have I mentioned I’m a good boy?
 
DO YOU LIKE WALKING ON A LEASH?
Oh, I really love walks! I have just started going out to explore now that I have healed up from my surgeries and I am quickly learning how to have good leash manners.
 
DO YOU HAVE ANY “NOT SO GREAT” HABITS THAT WE SHOULD KNOW ABOUT?
When I am left alone in my crate during the day, I make my feelings known by grumbling a bit, but then I settle down fairly quickly. That seems pretty reasonable to me, and I’m not sure I would call it a “not so great” habit. But foster mom says that’s all she can think of that is maybe less than perfect about me, so that’s fine. Other than that, I am just the BEST boy!
 
ARE YOU HOUSE TRAINED (DO YOU GO POTTY OUTSIDE)?
Yes! I am doing so well with going potty outside! I go straight to the slider when I need to potty. I haven’t had an accident in the house in a couple months! Foster mom is so proud of me, and I am pretty darn proud too! Of course, when I come to your house, you’ll need to show me where to go and make sure you are patient and consistent with me as I learn a new routine in a new space. But I will figure it out quickly because I am a very good boy!
 
DO YOU LIKE WATER?
With my Frenchie face and stocky body, I am just not built for water activities. Please keep me safe from pools or other bodies of water!
 
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR FOSTER FAMILY?
They love me, give me belly rubs (and help me roll over when I’ve gotten stuck in the upside-down turtle position!), let me lounge in the sun when I want to, feed me, and keep me safe. They are teaching me how to enjoy doing dog things and I’m finding out life is pretty fun!
 
WHAT WAS YOUR LIFE LIKE BEFORE BEING BROUGHT INTO NORCAL BULLY BREED RESCUE?
Y’know, I’m not entirely sure what happened, but I found myself in the shelter all of a sudden and I had a big “thing” on my neck that made people concerned for my health, as I mentioned above. Thankfully, NorCal Bully Breed Rescue found out about me, rescued me from that place, and got me the medical attention that I needed. And that’s when my real life, my BEST life, started. I’m ready for all that the future holds for me. And the first thing I need is to find someone that will take me home and love me forever. Will you please show me what that kind of love feels like?

**BENNY’S ADOPTION FEE IS $1,500**

For information on why our Bulldog fees are set as they are, please click on the following link:
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If you are interested in BENNY, please jump on our website and fill out an adoption application - www.norcalbullybreedrescue.org

At this time we are asking for adopters to be in the Sacramento and IMMEDIATE surrounding areas. (Sacramento County, parts of Placer County and parts of El Dorado County)

For more information on what that means and why that is, please click on the following link:
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Thank you so much in advance for understanding!!