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Mikey is our 1 1/2 year old Boxer mix (we have his DNA results!) Who was found as a stray on someone's property and brought here. He's a gentle soul, just out of puppyhood who loves snuggling up for pets, tossing his toys around and especially playing with other dogs. He's a star in the playgroups who display's appropriate boundaries while running around with other dogs. During his time with a foster family, he learned to be respectful of the senior dog there and happily shared his toys with no resource guarding (including food!) Mikey is enthusiastic with toys when playing with people, so he's learning to wait and take toys on cue. Mikey can be reactive on leash, especially in new places, so we suggest continued training in his new home. His foster reported that he enjoyed baths (including the dryer) and has been a dream riding in the car. We hear he mastered house training quickly in his foster home, indicating when he needed to go out. He is a smart, energetic dog who learns commands quickly and is crate trained. Although he would thrive living with another dog, over all, Mikey would do well in a home that provides structure with fun activities including walks and playtime with other dogs.
If you would like more information, contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter: E: Adoption@hempsteadny.gov E: Foster@hempsteadny.gov E: Rescue@hempsteadny.gov T. 516.785.5220
Mikey is our 1 1/2 year old Boxer mix (we have his DNA results!) Who was found as a stray on someone's property and brought here. He's a gentle soul, just out of puppyhood who loves snuggling up for pets, tossing his toys around and especially playing with other dogs. He's a star in the playgroups who display's appropriate boundaries while running around with other dogs. During his time with a foster family, he learned to be respectful of the senior dog there and happily shared his toys with no resource guarding (including food!) Mikey is enthusiastic with toys when playing with people, so he's learning to wait and take toys on cue. Mikey can be reactive on leash, especially in new places, so we suggest continued training in his new home. His foster reported that he enjoyed baths (including the dryer) and has been a dream riding in the car. We hear he mastered house training quickly in his foster home, indicating when he needed to go out. He is a smart, energetic dog who learns commands quickly and is crate trained. Although he would thrive living with another dog, over all, Mikey would do well in a home that provides structure with fun activities including walks and playtime with other dogs.
If you would like more information, contact our placement team at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter: 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!