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Hi, I'm

Gumbo

American Bulldog

currently located at

PAW Estate Rescue and Shelter Inc

Visalia, CA

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age

Young

gender

Male

colour

White - with Brown or Chocolate

size

Large 61-100 Lbs (28-45 Kg)

pet code

21369118

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My story

Gumbo is a 79-pound bundle of pure sweetness, a mix of American Bulldog and German Shorthair Pointer. He's a true triple-threat...handsome, goofy, and athletic! Gumbo is already ahead of the game when it comes to training! He’s a proud graduate of our PAWs to Prison program, where he mastered an incredible 22 commands — everything from “heel” to “go to bed” and even “hide and seek!" Here's what his trainer had to say about him:  Gumbo is a big goofball wrapped up in a very calm and chill exterior. His Pointer side is very evident in his tendency to focus so intently on some thing that it is sometimes hard to get his attention back. He can be like a six-year old kid watching cartoons. He hears you, but is daydreaming about what he is looking at. This loss of focus makes training a task at times, but it will not effect his future as a great pet. And, he is a truly, truly great pet. We worked on his self control quite a bit, and have gotten to the point where we can toss a toy and he will wait to be released to get it. This was huge for him! He LOVES toys! We also have worked on his "Give It" command to hand over toys, but we still have to have a treat in hand at the time. He does eventually give over toys without "fighting", but he likes to hold in to them. Otherwise, he has no other unwanted behaviors. He has been tested around livestock, specifically goats, and he did great! He gets a bit excited but learned to leave them alone after a short bit. He'll come around and sniff, but then goes to do his own thing Could Gumbo be the missing piece you've been looking for?March 11, 2026, 2:39 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Gumbo, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.

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PAW Estate Rescue and Shelter Inc

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PO BOX 7235

Visalia, CA 93290

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