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Aussie/Hound, 5 months, 38llbs (as of 4/24/24) Neutered (Expected to Be About 55lbs Full Grown)
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: “Meet my foster dog Dipper, the enchanting 5 months old 38lbs Aussie/hound mix looking for a forever home. Dipper is quite the social butterfly who loves to say hi to everyone and his energy is balanced with a gentle and energetic demeanor, making him an ideal companion for various activities. He also loves to just play with his squeaky toy and do puzzle toy when I’m busy. He is both house and crate-trained, he seamlessly adapt into new environments. Dipper thrives best with bigger kids, as he loves to prop up on people to give kisses and is still teething little bit. He is very food motivated and love his belly rubs. Dipper is eagerly awaiting the chance to bring joy and companionship to a caring family ready to him!”
Level of dog ownership experience needed:
INTERMEDIATE: As an adult, 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.) Relevant puppy care experience is a huge plus, but bare minimum the adopter must have TONS of time and patience. Raising a puppy can be a lot of fun, but it’s also tremendous work. Puppies’ personalities and exercise/stimulation requirements change dramatically between now and when they’re a year old as their bodies and brains develop, so an active lifestyle and the ability to adapt to a pup’s evolving needs are a must. We strongly urge professional dog training with a rewards based trainer from the get go. Adults only or kids ages 8 and up – all puppies go through a mouthy, rambunctious phase and often accidentally hurt children when playing. PLEASE DO YOUR OWN BREED RESEARCH to make sure you have a better understanding of the kind of temperament and exercise requirements this dog may have as an adult.
Energy level
MEDIUM: Very young puppies sleep and nap a lot, but their energy level skyrockets when they become teens (4 months to around a year). As an adult, 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 at a minimum. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.)
Cuddle bug level:
High - he loves to cuddle and will give his paws to get more cuddles.
Potty trained?
Yes - Dipper has got this down and is doing great :)
Comfy with strangers?
Yep - he wants to say hi to every human and dog. He is an absolute social butterfly.
Social with dogs?
Yes - loves all dogs and wants to play with them
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:
Lower - he is respectful of hands because I stopped petting him when he gets mouthy so he knows that he has to be respectful of body parts. But, he does like to chew on his chew toys and shoes.
Leash manners:
Working On This - getting the hang of it. He does pull from time to time and is pretty strong when he pulls but if you have a treat/distraction, he can be corrected.
Okay in the city?
Yes - he is unfazed by sounds and sights.
Jumping on People to Say Hi?
Medium – Responds to correction. Does get excited and wants to say hi.
Separation Anxiety?
Nope – Does great being left alone in his crate!
Crate training?
Yep - Loves his crate. Does awesome in the crate!
Medical status:
Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella Vaccine & Rabies. Neuterd. Microchipped.
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.
LEARN MORE ABOUT US: socialteesnyc.org and Instagram @socialteesnyc
Aussie/Hound, 5 months, 38llbs (as of 4/24/24) Neutered (Expected to Be About 55lbs Full Grown)
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: “Meet my foster dog Dipper, the enchanting 5 months old 38lbs Aussie/hound mix looking for a forever home. Dipper is quite the social butterfly who loves to say hi to everyone and his energy is balanced with a gentle and energetic demeanor, making him an ideal companion for various activities. He also loves to just play with his squeaky toy and do puzzle toy when I’m busy. He is both house and crate-trained, he seamlessly adapt into new environments. Dipper thrives best with bigger kids, as he loves to prop up on people to give kisses and is still teething little bit. He is very food motivated and love his belly rubs. Dipper is eagerly awaiting the chance to bring joy and companionship to a caring family ready to him!”
Level of dog ownership experience needed:
INTERMEDIATE: As an adult, 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.) Relevant puppy care experience is a huge plus, but bare minimum the adopter must have TONS of time and patience. Raising a puppy can be a lot of fun, but it’s also tremendous work. Puppies’ personalities and exercise/stimulation requirements change dramatically between now and when they’re a year old as their bodies and brains develop, so an active lifestyle and the ability to adapt to a pup’s evolving needs are a must. We strongly urge professional dog training with a rewards based trainer from the get go. Adults only or kids ages 8 and up – all puppies go through a mouthy, rambunctious phase and often accidentally hurt children when playing. PLEASE DO YOUR OWN BREED RESEARCH to make sure you have a better understanding of the kind of temperament and exercise requirements this dog may have as an adult.
Energy level
MEDIUM: Very young puppies sleep and nap a lot, but their energy level skyrockets when they become teens (4 months to around a year). As an adult, 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 at a minimum. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.)
Cuddle bug level:
High - he loves to cuddle and will give his paws to get more cuddles.
Potty trained?
Yes - Dipper has got this down and is doing great :)
Comfy with strangers?
Yep - he wants to say hi to every human and dog. He is an absolute social butterfly.
Social with dogs?
Yes - loves all dogs and wants to play with them
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:
Lower - he is respectful of hands because I stopped petting him when he gets mouthy so he knows that he has to be respectful of body parts. But, he does like to chew on his chew toys and shoes.
Leash manners:
Working On This - getting the hang of it. He does pull from time to time and is pretty strong when he pulls but if you have a treat/distraction, he can be corrected.
Okay in the city?
Yes - he is unfazed by sounds and sights.
Jumping on People to Say Hi?
Medium – Responds to correction. Does get excited and wants to say hi.
Separation Anxiety?
Nope – Does great being left alone in his crate!
Crate training?
Yep - Loves his crate. Does awesome in the crate!
Medical status:
Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella Vaccine & Rabies. Neuterd. Microchipped.
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.
LEARN MORE ABOUT US: socialteesnyc.org and Instagram @socialteesnyc
Our animals are NOT at our office, we are a foster based rescue group. If you'd like to meet one, please submit an adoption application on our website so we can get you approved or visit one of our upcoming NYC adoption events! Details are on our website.
Our animals are NOT at our office, we are a foster based rescue group. If you'd like to meet one, please submit an adoption application on our website so we can get you approved or visit one of our upcoming NYC adoption events! Details are on our website.
More about this rescue
Social Tees Animal Rescue is a non-profit (501c3 ) no-kill rescue in NYC finding forever homes for abandoned dogs and cats. We are a foster-based, community oriented organization founded on the principles of responsible pet ownership and creating a supportive environment for our staff and volunteers. Ensuring access to thorough veterinary treatment and the wellbeing of our animals are our highest priorities, and we pride ourselves in matching each animal with the family best able to meet its needs for life.
All dogs and cats for adoption are spayed/neutered; up to date on core vaccines at the time of adoption; microchipped, treated with defleaing, deworming, and demiting medication as necessary; and more.
Social Tees Animal Rescue is a non-profit (501c3 ) no-kill rescue in NYC finding forever homes for abandoned dogs and cats. We are a foster-based, community oriented organization founded on the principles of responsible pet ownership and creating a supportive environment for our staff and volunteers. Ensuring access to thorough veterinary treatment and the wellbeing of our animals are our highest priorities, and we pride ourselves in matching each animal with the family best able to meet its needs for life.
All dogs and cats for adoption are spayed/neutered; up to date on core vaccines at the time of adoption; microchipped, treated with defleaing, deworming, and demiting medication as necessary; and more.
