COURTESY POST - Senior Dog Seeking Experienced, Animal-Free HomeDate: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 ⚠️ Please note: Ruka is not at the shelter.This is a courtesy post to help the owner find a safe and appropriate placement. All inquiries should be directed to the owner, not Yolo County Animal Services. Meet …
COURTESY POST - Senior Dog Seeking Experienced, Animal-Free HomeDate: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
⚠️ Please note: Ruka is not at the shelter.This is a courtesy post to help the owner find a safe and appropriate placement. All inquiries should be directed to the owner, not Yolo County Animal Services.
Meet Ruka, a 10-year-old female American Pit Bull who is in urgent need of a calm, adult-only home with no other animals. Ruka has been a beloved family companion for many years, but recent behavioral changes mean her current home is no longer a safe or appropriate environment for her.
About Ruka
Breed: American Pit Bull
Age: 10 years (senior)
Color: Brown and white
Gender: Female
Spayed: Yes
Vaccines: Not current
Potty Trained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
Living Situation: Indoors and outdoors
Behavior & Important Notes (Please Read Carefully)
Ruka has historically been described as mild-mannered and friendly with people. However, recent incidents have raised serious safety concerns:
Dog Aggression: Ruka recently went after a small dog while off-leash and did not respond to recall commands.
Cat Aggression: She has begun showing aggression toward cats for the first time.
Leash Reactivity: On leash, she becomes extremely hyper and reactive toward both dogs and children, pulling hard and vocalizing.
Visitors: Becomes overly excited and is difficult to calm.
Handling: Allows people to take food and toys without issue.
Because of these behaviors, Ruka must be the only pet in the home and should not live with cats, dogs, or other animals. While she has been friendly with children in the past, her owners are understandably concerned about safety around young children and do not feel a home with kids is appropriate.
Ideal Home
Ruka needs:
A quiet, structured home
No other animals
No young children
An experienced dog owner, ideally familiar with large, strong, reactive dogs
Someone willing to provide patience, management, and possibly professional behavioral support
Reason for Rehoming
Ruka's owners have exhausted all personal and rescue-based rehoming options and are heartbroken to be making this decision. With a toddler in the home and recent behavioral escalation toward animals, they are prioritizing safety while hoping to find Ruka a compassionate final home where she can live out her senior years peacefully.
Located in: West Sacramento, CA
Contact: Amir Rejaian - (530) 401-8235 Email:
[email protected]Ruka is a senior dog who deserves dignity, honesty, and the right match - not a risky one. Please share only with individuals who understand her needs and limitations.
