Meet Bruce.

Amherst, MA · 7 years 3 months · Boxer / American Bulldog / Mixed (short coat)

Listed since Aug 26, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Sep 8, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Bruce! A spirited seven-year-old Boxer/American Bulldog mix currently in Provo, UT, whose essence is a joyful blend of goofy enthusiasm, loyal affection, and playful charm wrapped in a handsome white coat with tan patches. At about 65 pounds, Bruce is a big-hearted boy with a classic Boxer zest for life and an impressive appreciation for cozy downtime. His DNA results show he is 75% Boxer and 25% American Bulldog, which helps explain his athletic side, expressive personality, and devotion to his favorite people. Mention the word “walk,” and Bruce may greet the idea with an excited jump and one of his signature smiles! Fetch and tug are also high on Bruce’s list of favorite activities. He loves bringing over a toy to invite his people into the fun, and his food motivation can make positive reinforcement especially rewarding! He already knows sit, shake, and lay down. Once the adventures are finished, Bruce is happy to trade action for affection, naps, and a soft blanket near the fire. After a bath, he becomes wonderfully velvety soft, adding extra appeal to cuddle time! Bruce is house-trained, neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations. He is described as very healthy and does well when left alone for short periods. Vet visits can make him a little uneasy, although he handles them well. This friendly fellow has done wonderfully with children, including his current pet parent’s grandchildren, though his experience with babies and crawling toddlers is limited. He has also successfully boarded with a family who had multiple dogs, including another Boxer. A cat-free home is the suitable choice for Bruce. Bruce needs a family with time for daily walks, games, affection, and plenty of opportunities to be included in everyday life. He brings loyalty, curiosity, resilience, humor, and an affectionate presence to his next chapter! Could Bruce be the playful walking buddy and champion cuddler your family has been waiting to welcome? For adoption information, contact adopt@joyfulpets.com. Content Notice: This pet is represented by Joyful Pets. All photos, descriptions, and behavioral summaries are proprietary and may not be republished, altered, or used by third-party platforms. Any unapproved aggregation or rewriting of this listing is strictly prohibited.

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What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

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• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

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

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• Still to ask the shelter

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

Roster last seen: Nov 3, 2026, 6:20 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 3, 2026, 6:20 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

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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.