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My basic info
Breed
Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)
Color
Black
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
56 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
46474216
My details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed / Neutered
Has special needs
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Meet Marco - He is a survivor. This is a story that will break your heart. Marco came to us with another dog (who has since been adopted). On a frigid January afternoon, Marco was found chained to a tree (with the other dog). The ground was frozen, with no grass in sight. Two metal buckets were left for the dogs. One with frozen filthy water and the other empty. Both dogs were emaciated and hovering to try and collect any heat they could from the frozen tree stump. If that wasn't enough, it is only due to a house-fire these (2) dogs were discovered. The fire department went to search around the home for anyone else left in the house, instead they found (2) dogs tied to a tree in the yard. Thankfully, Marco is with us now, and ready for a true loving home. Marco is very sweet with people he trusts but due to his past, he will need a savvy owner that can work with his guarding and show him the ropes on how to live in a home. Once he was removed from the property, he started to show some guarding behavior around his food (we can't really blame him!) Marco will need a home that will continue training so he can decompress from shelter life and begin the next chapter of his life "Adopted". He is appropriate for an adult-only home with no other animals. With everything this poor boy has been through, he still looks for love from humans, which is a great example of why dogs are the best creatures ever!
If you are interested in learning more, and getting the most up to date information on Marco, please contact our placement team: E: adoption@hempsteadny.gov E: foster@hempsteadny.gov E: rescue@hempsteadny.gov T. 516.785.5220
Meet Marco - He is a survivor. This is a story that will break your heart. Marco came to us with another dog (who has since been adopted). On a frigid January afternoon, Marco was found chained to a tree (with the other dog). The ground was frozen, with no grass in sight. Two metal buckets were left for the dogs. One with frozen filthy water and the other empty. Both dogs were emaciated and hovering to try and collect any heat they could from the frozen tree stump. If that wasn't enough, it is only due to a house-fire these (2) dogs were discovered. The fire department went to search around the home for anyone else left in the house, instead they found (2) dogs tied to a tree in the yard. Thankfully, Marco is with us now, and ready for a true loving home. Marco is very sweet with people he trusts but due to his past, he will need a savvy owner that can work with his guarding and show him the ropes on how to live in a home. Once he was removed from the property, he started to show some guarding behavior around his food (we can't really blame him!) Marco will need a home that will continue training so he can decompress from shelter life and begin the next chapter of his life "Adopted". He is appropriate for an adult-only home with no other animals. With everything this poor boy has been through, he still looks for love from humans, which is a great example of why dogs are the best creatures ever!
If you are interested in learning more, and getting the most up to date information on Marco, please contact our placement team: E: adoption@hempsteadny.gov E: foster@hempsteadny.gov E: rescue@hempsteadny.gov T. 516.785.5220
The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter boasts one of the highest adoption rates in the nation. Come tour the Animal Shelter, meet a dog or cat, and bring the love of a pet into your home. All adopted pets will be spayed or neutered, will receive required inoculations and will be microchipped. These are included in adoption fees.
Dog Adoption - $85
Pit Bull - $25
Cat Adoption - $80
The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter boasts one of the highest adoption rates in the nation. Come tour the Animal Shelter, meet a dog or cat, and bring the love of a pet into your home. All adopted pets will be spayed or neutered, will receive required inoculations and will be microchipped. These are included in adoption fees.
Dog Adoption - $85
Pit Bull - $25
Cat Adoption - $80
3320 Beltagh Avenue, Wantagh, NY 11793
Adoption Hours
Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM
Monday None
Tuesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 8 PM
Friday 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM
3320 Beltagh Avenue, Wantagh, NY 11793
Adoption Hours
Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM
Monday None
Tuesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 8 PM
Friday 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM
More about this shelter
Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter is located in Wantagh, LI. We have wonderful cats, kittens, dogs and puppies all who are waiting for their forever homes!
Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter is located in Wantagh, LI. We have wonderful cats, kittens, dogs and puppies all who are waiting for their forever homes!
