About Pongo

Meet Pongo: The Confident, Cuddly Leader with a Heart of Gold Hi, I'm Pongo. With my striking black spot over one eye, I look like I walked straight out of a cartoon-but my biggest talent isn't just looking handsome. It's being the ultimate cuddle buddy and the kind of dog that changes lives. But my journey hasn't been an easy one. I was found in an abandoned home with two mother dogs and two litters of puppies, struggling to survive. When the police took us in, we ended up in a shelter where only the strongest made it out alive. Dogs were dying every day, and we would have been next-until Legacy Paws Rescue stepped in and saved us. We were all sick, scared, and fighting for our lives, but now, we've come through the worst and are ready for the best. I'm not just another rescue-I'm part of Legacy Paws Rescue, a mission-driven organization that's here to change the human problem, one dog at a time. We believe that with love, training, and the right home, dogs like me don't just survive-we thrive. I've been raised in a home, not a kennel, where I've learned all the skills I need to be your perfect companion. I've been socialized with big dogs, cats, and kids, exposed to everyday sounds like vacuums and thunderstorms, and I even do puzzles to keep my brain sharp. Basically, I'm not just good-looking-I'm the whole package. Why I'm Your Perfect Match: Confident and Calm - I bring steady, leader energy without being pushy. Affectionate and Loyal - I may look tough, but I'm a total love sponge. Professional Bed Warmer - If you let me sleep in your bed once, just know I live there now. Housebroken and Crate Trained - I know my manners and settle in like a pro. Dog and Cat Approved - I make friends with everyone, furry or human. Social Butterfly - I love people, kids, and making new besties wherever I go. Quick Learner - Smart, eager to please, and always ready for new tricks-especially for treats. One-of-a-Kind Look - My ruggedly handsome eye patch is just a bonus. I'm looking for a human who loves adventure by day and cuddles by night. If you want a dog who is equal parts confident leader and big snuggle bug, then I might just be your perfect match. Let's start our next adventure together-just be warned, your bed is now our bed.

Catawba County
Catawba, North Carolina