ARROW - 3 years, 75lbs, Doodle, Neutered
This 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.
Thier Foster Parent Says: "Arrow is amazing so far. He doesn’t know his name at all. We have taken to calling him Row, but been more focused on trying to get him to listen to commands. Great temperament, very loving and cuddly, super friendly but chill attitude to both dogs and humans. Well-behaved but clearly not trained, and DEFINITELY not leash-trained (if he had ever been on a leash before arriving in NY, which is doubtful). He already responds to sit and will come when called, but when he has his mind set on something else, it is difficult to get his attention, even with treats. He is super smart though and already learning quickly. He doesn’t chew on anything while home alone—that said, we have made sure to not leave any open trash bins or food within reach. He certainly has big doodle energy and needs to let it out with long walks and playtime, but overall seems to be a very happy and relaxed boy. At 75 lbs, he is STRONG and walks fast, so anyone working with him will need to be able to handle that (see aforementioned leash training), haha. He will also not hesitate to sit right on top of you, but it’s worth it for the cuddles."
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.)
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
Yes — Few or no accidents
Comfy with strangers?
Yep — Wants to be friends with everyone who walks by, super social butterfly, loves anyone who will stop to say hello.
Comfortable with Children? (ALWAYS requires supervision)
Yes for all ages — very gentle, low energy, tolerant, not mouthy
Social with Other Dogs?
Yes — Good with all other dogs (sizes, breeds, etc.) as far as we know and enjoys socializing with other canines
Respectful of Other Animals? (cats, small pets, etc.)
Yes — Seems to get along with other animals, either tries to play with them or is mostly uninterested
Mouthy Behavior?
Past this point in life – Little to no interest in chewing on stuff or putting things in its mouth that aren’t food. Doesn’t try to chew on hands, feet, etc. during playtime, doesn’t wreck your stuff — only chews on appropriate things like dog toys and bones.
Leash Manners?
WTF is a Leash – Pulls hard. Zig zags like crazy. Has no idea how to walk on a leash.
Getting the Hang of it – Probably hasn’t been on a leash much in its life but he/she is figuring it out. Might be a mild puller but responds to correction.
Okay in the city?
Yes — Seems unfazed by the sights and sounds, they may as well have been born here.
Jumping on People to Say Hi?
Medium – Jumps up only on people the dog knows when really excited. Stops with correction.
Separation Anxiety?
Nope – Completely fine being left home alone. Doesn’t cry or do anything shitty when you leave the apartment or house.
Crate training?
Not at all – Don’t even have one, I’ve puppy proofed and we free range.
Medical status
Healthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines; heartworm negative; spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake
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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