Stoic Face, Soft Heart—Ricky Is Ready to Be Your Loyal Lapdog

Here's What You Need To Know:
- Pending Adoption? no
- Pet's Location: oakland CA, 94601
- Pet's Size: medium
- Pet's Gender: male
- Pet's Color: tan
- Pet's Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed
- Pet good with dogs? yes
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? yes
Organization:
- Name: oakland animal services
- Address: 1101 29th Avenue, Oakland, ca 94601
- Site: http://oaklandanimalservices.org/
At just 2 years old, Ricky is a gentle-hearted pittie with a face that tells a story—and a soul that’s overflowing with love. He came to the shelter with visible scars and old injuries, but what stands out most is his resilience and quiet desire to connect. Beneath the tough exterior is a snuggly sweetheart who’s just waiting for a soft place to land.
Why He’s the Ultimate Tender Companion
🐾 Soaks up affection—loves halfway climbing into your lap for pets
🦴 Takes treats with a gentle mouth and responds sweetly to “sit”
🚶 Enjoys sniffy strolls and has mostly lovely leash manners
🐕 Dog-social—can thrive with a well-matched pup or as your one and only
❤️ A brave soul who’s healing, trusting, and ready to love deeply
🎯 Eager to please and motivated by praise and snacks
What He’s Looking For
✔️ A loving home that will celebrate his gentle nature and quiet courage
✔️ Someone who’ll offer him affection, stability, and time to fully blossom
✔️ A mellow canine sibling or a solo-dog setup with lots of human love
✔️ Kind adopters who appreciate a tender dog with a strong spirit
Ricky may bear the marks of a tough past, but his future is all about softness, snuggles, and second chances. If you’re searching for a soulful, affectionate companion who just wants to be near you—and maybe sneak into your lap—Ricky might be the one. Come meet this special boy and see how strong and sweet love can truly be.





