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My name is Bear!

I'm being cared for by
Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter
Adoption process
1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Submit Application

3.

Take the Pet Home

Adoption application
Apply to Adopt

Facts about me

Breed
Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)
Color
Gray/Blue/Silver/Salt & Pepper
Age
Adult
Size
(When grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Weight
(Current) 53 lb
Sex
Male
Pet ID
43517264

My info

Small red x Not good with kids
Small red x Not good with cats
Small blue checkmark Spayed / Neutered
Small blue checkmark Has special needs

My story

Bear is our 5 year old, extra handsome boy who came to us as a stray in December 2019. Bear is interested in meeting other dogs, but doesn't like pushy behavior (who does?!). Bear enjoys attention from people he trusts, and loves treats. He also knows the commands "sit", "kennel up", "place", "paw" and "drop". He displayed some discomfort with people near his food, so he is looking for an adult home only. It is highly recommended that Bear goes to a one or two person household. His next adopter should be experienced with guarding and stranger reactivity. Hiring a trainer that specializes in behavior modification is highly recommended. There is no history of Bear living with another dog but if he does go home to a household with another dog, he would do best with an aloof or low-key dog that can respect his space.
If you want to find out more, contact our rescue team at The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter:
E: Rescue@hempsteadny.gov
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Shelter

Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter

Contact info
Pet ID
43517264
Contact
Address
3320 Beltagh Avenue, Wantagh, NY 11793
Donation

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Submit Application

3.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

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

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

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!