My name is Whiskey!

18 weeks, 8lbs, (as of 3/20/23), Terrier Mix, Male

Expected to Be About 25lbs Full-grown 

This puppy 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

Their Foster Parent Says:  "Whiskey is growing into a handsome young dog with a winning personality. He likes everyone and is always happy to be petted, even by strangers. He is super inquisitive and doesn't shy away from much, he was totally nonchalant on his first subway ride and just people-watched and looked out the window. He is high-energy and likes to play but he can also settle down on his own and will sometimes nap in his crate by himself. You have to keep an eye on him because he'll get into things due to his high level of curiosity, but he is so good with people and other dogs and such a self-possessed little character, you can't help but love him, and everyone does."

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 Level 

Medium — Likes to snuggle when he/she is in the mood but often stays in his/her bed

Potty Trained
Getting There— Working on this skill! Doing a great job learning this skill. 

Social with dogs?

Yes - - Some puppies are shy, others are bold, but all have the potential to be taught healthy socializing skills. It’s a huge part of raising a puppy and must be done carefully. How they interact with other dogs depends largely on how their humans help them learn to. 

Social with children?  (ALWAYS requires adult supervision)
Yes - - but most puppies are not a great match for a home with kids under age 6 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:

High – Is either still in the puppy stage or was never trained to not be mouthy. Wants to put everything in their mouth. Tries to chew on your hands when playing or needs attention, and loves to gnaw on your personal belongings.

Leash manners:

Working On It  – Learning how to walk on a leash. On par for a puppy of this age. 

Okay in the city?

Yes - This puppy has no problem adjusting to living in NYC. Is okay to live in NYC :) 

Jumping on People to Say Hi?

High – Very excited to greet everyone and has no idea how to do so politely. Jumps up
on most strangers or other dogs that go by. In the puppy phase or wasn’t trained as a young
adult.

Separation anxiety?

Nope  – Whiskey is really good at being home alone. 

Crate training?

Working on It - - has a crate, he retreats to it sometimes to take a nap but it's never closed.

Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella Vaccine. Adopters will need to finish the DHPP vaccine series and administer the Rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age. Spayed(females)/Neutered (males) and microchipped. De-wormed 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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