Meet Maverick: The 5-Year-Old Pit Bull Mix With a Heart as Big as His Stature

MaverickMaverick is a mega sized boy in body and in Heart! ♥️ He’s a Pit Bull mix who is thought to be 5 years old and listed as 36-75 lbs.  I’d guess he’s likely closer to the top end of that range!  He came in as a stray on 1/29/2026 with a microchip but sadly no one came for him.  He has a handsome brindle and white coat with soft brown eyes AND he is already neutered! 🌟He’s friendly with a great gentle vibe! 😎 He waits patiently for his collar to be put on and is a joy to walk with a leash! 🦮 He’s strong and can pull occasionally but mostly he loves to stroll and sniff! 🐽 He is super smart and knows how to sit, shake, lay down and stay! 🏆He’s housebroken and very well mannered! 🤩 He likely had a caring family who spent quality time with him but now he’s homeless and wondering why.  He is a sweet gentle soul who may be overlooked or misunderstood because of his size so please stop by to meet him!  Experience the love he offers and feel your heart melt! 🫠 Take him HOME 🏡 and fill your life with Maverick Magic!  🪄💕🐾 He is at Animal Friends of the Valleys in Wildomar, CA - ID # 809786 🚘AFV can possibly accommodate out of area adoptions with transport in many circumstances. 🛩️ If you are interested, please contact Phil at facility@afv.org
Credit: Animal Friends of the Valleys

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Here's What You Need To Know:

  • Pet's Location: wildomar CA,
  • Pet's Size: medium
  • Pet good with dogs? unsure
  • Pet good with cats? unsure
  • Pet good with kids? unsure

Maverick is a mega-sized boy in both body and heart. This Pit Bull mix, estimated to be 5 years old and likely near the top of his 36–75 lb range, came in as a stray on 1/29/2026 with a microchip—though sadly, no one came for him. With his handsome brindle-and-white coat and soft brown eyes, Maverick is as striking as he is sweet.

Friendly and gentle at heart, Maverick is a joy to walk on leash. He patiently waits for his collar, enjoys sniffing around, and has obedience skills including sit, shake, lay down, and stay. He’s housebroken, well-mannered, and smart, likely once part of a loving home. Now, he’s looking for a family to give him the love and attention he deserves.


🐾 Why Maverick Is Special

  • 🐶 Breed: Pit Bull mix
  • 🎂 Age: 5 years
  • ⚖️ Weight: 36–75 lbs (likely near top end)
  • 💞 Gentle, loving, and patient
  • 🏡 Housebroken, obedient, and well-mannered
  • 🦴 Knows commands: sit, shake, lay down, stay
  • 🚶 Enjoys walks and leisurely sniffing adventures

🏡 His Perfect Home

  • ✔️ A family who appreciates a large, loving dog
  • ✔️ Someone ready to give attention, companionship, and gentle leadership
  • ✔️ A home willing to experience the magic of Maverick’s love

💉 Adoption & Transport

  • 📍 Located at Animal Friends of the Valleys, Wildomar, CA (ID #809786)
  • 🚘 Out-of-area adoptions possible; contact Phil at facility@afv.org for transport options

Maverick may be big in size, but his heart is even bigger. Stop by to meet him, feel his gentle love, and bring the Maverick Magic into your home! 🐾