EVAN -18 weeks & 16lbs (as of 9/27), Terrier Mix, Neutered
Estimated to Be About 35 to 40lbs Full Grown - Mom is Paige
This dog is eligible to join our foster-to-adopt program. Please email fostertoadopt@socialteesnyc.org with the animal’s name in the subject line if you are interested! Want to straight up adopt? Submit an adoption application at socialteesnyc.org.
Their Foster Parent Says: "Evan, or Ev, is one of the sweetest dogs I've known. He is affectionate, gentle, curious, and wants to cuddle the second he gets sleepy. He's still figuring out how he feels about the bustle of the city, but is adjusting more and more every day -- you can tell he wants to show his personality with new people and dogs he meets. He'll need a consistent partner to nurture his comfort level when walking around the city and relieving himself outside (he uses pads almost perfectly). He will let you know when something makes him anxious by staying very close to you or asking to be put in a bag, but he is quite trusting overall and wants to bond. He's not much of a barker and is very well-mannered for a young pup new to the city. We take a long walk in the morning, breaks throughout the work day, and a 90-minute minimum walk in the evening. I think he will be able to adjust well to busier parts of the city with dedication and patience, but may be a bit happier in a quieter neighborhood with access to parks. His forever home will be so lucky to have him."
Level of dog ownership experience needed:
INTERMEDIATE: This dog will need significant structure and plenty of daily exercise, training, and mental stimulation – 90 consecutive minutes of movement in the morning plus potty break walks and brain games throughout the day. The adopter must have relevant primary care experience with a similar breed, temperament, and/or energy level. (Primary care experience includes ownership, fostering, or dog sitting as an adult, not a dog you grew up with.)
Energy level
MEDIUM: Needs a daily 60-90 minute walk or window of quick paced exercise (minimum) in addition to potty break strolls (10-30 min each). Also needs significant socializing opportunities outside the home and mental stimulation at home like tricks training practice, chew items, and puzzle toys. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.)
Potty trained?
Sort of — On the way and learning! maybe using wee pads (is a puppy or a brand new rescue)
He's not yet comfortable relieving himself outside, unless he's in a proper grass lawn for an extended period of time and/or it's the first bathroom break of the day, but is great with pads.
Social with dogs?
Yes. Some puppies are shy, others are bold, but all have the potential to be taught healthy socializing skills. It’s a huge part of raising a puppy and must be done carefully. How they interact with other dogs depends largely on how their humans help them learn to.
Social with children? (ALWAYS requires adult supervision)
Yes… but most puppies are not a great match for a home with kids under age 8 because they go through intense mouthy play and rambunctious phases and often accidentally hurt young kids while playing. Children must always be monitored and taught to interact with dogs of any age respectfully.
Social with cats?
Yes. Almost all puppies have the potential to be friends with a cat. It’s on the adopter to know their cat’s temperament and preferences and to teach their puppy respectful manners.
Mouthy Behavior?
Medium - All puppies go through phases where they chew your stuff and grab your hands, arms, feet… puppies naturally explore the world, play, and test boundaries with their mouths. (It also happens when they’re teething.) Their teeth are super sharp though, so it can be a very painful phase for humans and other animals in the home. Proper training, outlets, and socialization are key.
Leash Manners?
Getting the Hang of it – Probably hasn’t been on a leash much in their life but he/she is figuring it out. Might be a mild puller but responds to correction.
Okay in the city?
Sort of — Spooked easily by loud noises and bustling areas but walks pretty well and probably just needs more time to adjust (maybe a puppy or a brand-new rescue)
I work in Soho but live in a quieter part of Brooklyn, and I can tell he is far more comfortable and obedient in the latter.
Crate training?
Yep/mostly – Seems comfortable in the crate, may whine a little at first but settles pretty quickly. We use the crate when we leave the pup alone and/or at night.
Takes him about 30 or so minutes to settle once in the crate at night, and then he can at times be quite sensitive to any movement. He has slowly started crying less and less, especially if he's gotten a great amount of exercise that day. During the day he is comfortable enough with taking short naps in a crate with the door open.
Seperation Anxiety
MEDIUM: Most puppies have some level of separation anxiety as they learn to self soothe. Often they cry the first 10+ minutes when they are left home alone or in a crate. Consistent training and alone time is crucial.
Medical status:
Healthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella vaccines (for dogs under 4 months old, adopters will need to finish the DHPP vaccine series and administer the Rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age), spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon
How this dog ended up with Social Tees:
Most of our dogs come via partner groups who help us save them from shelters where they are at risk of euthanasia in Tennessee or St. Thomas. There are very few spay/neuter resources there and many more animals in those areas than there are people to adopt them. Rescue groups like ours bring them to the northeast where the desire for pets like these allows us to save their lives.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee any breed mix, exact age, or full grown size (if the dog is under a year old). We do our best with very educated guesses though!
This animal is not at the Social Tees office, all are in foster homes.
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