Meet Gilly.

Amherst, MA · 2 years · American Pit Bull Terrier (short coat)

Listed since Aug 17, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Sep 25, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Gilly! A spirited one-and-a-half-year-old American Pitbull Terrier currently in Long Beach, CA, whose essence is a joyful blend of goofy charm, gentle sensitivity, and affection wrapped in a handsome tan-and-white coat. At 62 pounds, Guillermo, affectionately known as Gilly, is a big puppy at heart who loves being close to his people! Whether he is playing with his favorite toys, hopping into the car for an adventure, or enjoying a luxurious spa day, this sweet boy has a wonderful way of making ordinary moments feel more cheerful. Monthly grooming sessions are even something he enjoys! Gilly is playful, friendly with new people, and eager to please. He knows sit, stay, and crate, comes when called, and does well relaxing in his crate for short periods alone. He thrives with a consistent daily routine and will benefit from a patient pet parent committed to continuing his training through positive reinforcement. Food is especially exciting for Gilly, so he is learning to feel secure around meals and practice sharing. He can also be sensitive to fireworks, storms, garbage trucks, and other loud sounds. Calm guidance helps him build confidence when the world gets noisy or unfamiliar. Gilly is reactive toward other dogs and needs to be the only dog in his new loving home. His compatibility with cats and children is unknown because he has not had enough interaction with them. A fenced yard and a family familiar with his breed, or willing to learn, would support his continued progress. This handsome boy is neutered, microchipped, house-trained, and up to date on vaccinations. He has received treatment for skin allergies, which have been easily managed through diet. He is otherwise a healthy, happy companion! Gilly brings affection, laughter, enthusiasm, and plenty of tail-wagging personality to every day. With steady support, training, and connection, he is ready to keep learning alongside a caring family and share all the joyful adventures ahead! Could this sweet, goofy boy be the one waiting to make you smile every day? If you’re interested in providing Gilly with a loving home, please email adopt@joyfulpets.com for more information about adopting him! Please note that Gilly is currently in foster care through one of our trusted rescue partners and will remain with his foster family until the right match is found. Because rescue-partner pets are managed directly by their respective organizations, their adoption process, requirements, and fees may differ from Joyful Pets’ direct rehoming program. Our team will be happy to connect you with the rescue and help guide you through their process to ensure everything goes smoothly.

RescueGroups record ID: 22716099

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: No”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Still to ask the shelter

  cats · children · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.