Pamela Pumpkin
- Food$28–49
- Insurance$35–60
- Routine vet$25–45
- Supplies$15–30
A NYC estimate for a dog this size and coat. Excludes the adoption fee and anything unexpected.
About 62 lbs now and still growing — this breed usually reaches 45–60 lbs.
All dogs will be altered, microchipped, and receive age-appropriate vaccines prior to adoption. Interested in adopting or fostering? Need more info on this dog? The first step in the process is filling out an application on our website. Apply to adopt: nycsecondchancerescue.org/dog-adoption-application Apply to foster: nycsecondchancerescue.org/dog-foster-application Learn about our adoption process: nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt Read our fostering FAQs: nycsecondchancerescue.org/foster View available dogs and current adoption promotions: nycsecondchancerescue.org/adoptable-dogs View upcoming adoption events: nycsecondchancerescue.org/adoption-events Learn about us and ways to get involved: nycsecondchancerescue.org
🧠 Temperament
Affectionate, people-loving and often startlingly goofy — pit bull type dogs are typically very social with humans. Dog-to-dog tolerance varies a lot by individual, so the rescue's observations matter more than the label.
🎾 Exercise
High — 60+ minutes daily plus chew and puzzle outlets. They are strong and benefit from structured training.
✂️ Grooming
Very easy. Short coat, minimal shedding, thin coat means a winter jacket.
🏙️ In a NYC apartment
The main obstacle is paperwork, not the dog: many buildings and insurers restrict pit bull type dogs, and enforcement is based on appearance. Confirm your building's policy first.
