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Nectarine

APA-A-94545

Looks Like
Terrier, Pit Bull

Sex
Female

Current Weight
54 lbs

Estimated Age
6 Years
9 Months

Location
Foster

Adoption Fee
$25
Looks Like
Terrier, Pit Bull
Sex
Female
Current Weight
54 lbs
Estimated Age
6 Years
9 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$25

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Sitter needed: 12/19/25 - 01/05/26

🧡 Nectarine: Sunshine in Dog Form

Do you love LOVE? Then you’ll adore Nectarine — a perfectly sized ginger pittie mix who gives her whole heart (and body!) to the people she loves. She’s pure sunshine wrapped in velvet fur, a mix of goofy enthusiasm and deep tenderness who’ll make sure you never have a joyless day again.

At almost seven years old, Nectarine still lives with the zest of a puppy — playful, curious, and always ready to make you laugh. After a heartbreaking start to life, she’s making up for lost time with every tail wag and joyful bounce. When she greets you, it’s not a polite hello — it’s a leap of love, her signature full-body hug that says, you’re my person.

Once she’s gotten her wiggles out, Nectarine is just as happy to snooze the day away. She’s incredibly well-behaved at home — fully house-trained, quiet, and content relaxing while you’re at work. Her fosters say she’s been phenomenal and well-mannered in every home she’s stayed in, all with glowing reviews.

Nectarine’s ideal home is:

🏠Loving and affectionate, where she’s treated like the cherished companion she is
🏠Patient and gentle, helping her continue to learn the world is safe
🏠Low-traffic and calm, since she takes time to warm up to new people
🏠Best with adults or older, respectful kids
🏠Active and outdoorsy, but equally enthusiastic about naps and snuggles
🏠Cat-free (or with careful, structured introductions)
🏠Single-pet or selective dog companion — she’s happy with one-on-one love

Nectarine is a smart, sensitive, and soulful dog who thrives on enrichment, learning new tricks, and solving puzzles (especially if they involve treats!). She’s worked hard to overcome her past and has blossomed with fear-free, positive training. She’s a dog who teaches you to slow down, listen, and love more deeply.

She’s ready to give all that love to her forever person — someone patient, understanding, and ready for full-contact cuddles. Because with Nectarine, there’s no halfway affection. It’s all in, all the time. ❤️

Adopt Nectarine and discover how healing, joyful, and hilarious true love can be.
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Requirements

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Please plan on allowing adequate time to be matched with a dog, have relevant consultations, and complete all necessary paperwork. This can take 1-2 hours in total.

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Fill out our adoption application and meet with an adoption counselor.

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You must be at least 18 years of age.

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You must show a picture ID with a current address. If this isn't available, we will accept a picture ID with a current utility bill.

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An APA!-conducted meet-and-greet with current household dogs is recommended for most and required for some adult dogs.

Our adoption fee varies per dog depending on age, breed, and/or medical condition(s). This fee includes:

Spay or neuter surgery (Please note that an additional $100 refundable deposit is required for all dogs who are not yet spayed or neutered.)

Heartworm test on dogs 6 months and older

Current vaccinations

Deworming treatment

Microchip

Lifetime behavior support

Accepted forms of payment include cash, debit or credit card, or money order payable to Austin Pets Alive!.

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