Ben *LOCAL*🔗

Time Left

Ben *LOCAL* could live ~2–15 years more.

Typical lifespan: 11–16 years · Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Bull Terrier

Age Analysis

Computer vision estimates 6–9 years (high confidence).

⚠ Shelter reports 1 yrs vs. CV estimate of 6–9 yrs — Shelter lists 1 yrs, but photo analysis estimates 6–9 yrs — this animal may be older than reported.

Notes from listing

To apply to adopt this dog now, complete our adoption application HERE To see our upcoming events where you can meet some of our dogs, please see HERE Age: 1 year (as of 1/18/26) Weight: 61 lbs (as of 1/23/25) Location: RI This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped. Meet Ben, a sweet and playful pup eagerly waiting for a family to call his own. Ben is the epitome of happiness and goofiness. He's not only smart and playful but also incredibly cuddly, making him the perfect companion for family cuddle sessions. He can get excited when meeting new people and may jump and potential adopters with young kids should keep this in mind. Ben is great with us humans and feel he would do best in a household as the only pet. He is a smart boy that is house trained, crate trained and walks great on the leash. Basic group training classes is recommended to help him learn new commands, socialize with other humans and dogs, as well as build that fur-ever bond with you! His happy-go-lucky attitude makes every day brighter. Adopt Ben, and bring home boundless joy and playful companionship. Ben's story: He was found as a stray. His finders wanted to keep him with his happy-go-lucky personality but already have three dogs. Medical Note: This dog has tested positive for exposure to ehrlichia. This does not mean that this dog had/has an active infection of ehrlichiosis, only that the dog was exposed or infected in the past. This dog is/has been asymptomatic while in SOS care and is being treated/has been treated preventatively with a 28-day course of doxycycline. This dog is ready for adoption, though may continue to test positive for exposure to ehrlichia for some time. Please see here for more information on ehrlichia, and please check with your vet before you apply to adopt this dog if you have any questions or concerns about this medical history. An adoption donation is required for each adoption; please see HERE for more information about this. To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website: Adoption Application - SOS Animal Rescue League in Rhode Island (sosarl.org) **Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor.