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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: "Grant (nicknamed Gus) is perfect in every way! He is gentle, affectionate, and whip-smart–picking up new tricks and commands effortlessly. While he is happy to do his own thing, Gus loves nothing more than to snuggle up with his human. This pint-sized pup is eager to please and incredibly food-motivated, making basic training a breeze. He's quickly learning to walk on a leash and is always sweet with the people we meet (children included!). He is wee pad trained and getting used to going potty outside. My favorite part of our morning routine is when Gus comes to the bed to ask for morning cuddles. He respects your stuff and alternates between playing (loves fetch and puzzles) and napping throughout the day. Gus would be the perfect addition to a family ready to commit, but beware––he has mastered hypnotizing puppy dog eyes, and you will find it hard to tell him no. I am going to miss this little guy when he gets adopted, but I am excited for Gus to find his forever family!"
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 - Will have moments where he wants to do his own thing, but more likely than not he wants to snuggle up with his human!
Potty trained?
Crushing It - We have a few accidents here and there but Grant is incredibly smart and will let you know when he has to go
Comfy with strangers?
Yes - Always so sweet with people we meet outside but definitely is a little shy at first (great with kids! so gentle)
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 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:
Medium - While Grant is going through a mouthy phase, he is generally respectful of my stuff and will stop with a stern "no." Grant is definitely less mouthy than many other puppies I've encountered.
Leash manners:
Getting The Hang of It - We've been going on short walks by my building to get him familiarized with a leash. He will occasionally need some encouragement to keep walking and only needs the occasional redirection. Incredibly smart and is on his way to walking like a pro!
Okay in the city?
Yes - Still gaining his confidence when outside the apartment but is a brave boy
Jumping to say hi?
Lower– Doesn’t jump up on people or dogs. Always all four on the floor.
Separation anxiety?
We're working on it! I usually leave him with a frozen kong stuffed with treats or a lick matt and he is generally distracted until that is gone. On par for his age!
Crate trained?
We're working on it - Does great in the crate when his foster mom is around.
Medical status:
Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella vaccines (for dogs under 4 months old, adopters will need to finish the DHPP vaccine series and administer the Rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age)
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
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: "Grant (nicknamed Gus) is perfect in every way! He is gentle, affectionate, and whip-smart–picking up new tricks and commands effortlessly. While he is happy to do his own thing, Gus loves nothing more than to snuggle up with his human. This pint-sized pup is eager to please and incredibly food-motivated, making basic training a breeze. He's quickly learning to walk on a leash and is always sweet with the people we meet (children included!). He is wee pad trained and getting used to going potty outside. My favorite part of our morning routine is when Gus comes to the bed to ask for morning cuddles. He respects your stuff and alternates between playing (loves fetch and puzzles) and napping throughout the day. Gus would be the perfect addition to a family ready to commit, but beware––he has mastered hypnotizing puppy dog eyes, and you will find it hard to tell him no. I am going to miss this little guy when he gets adopted, but I am excited for Gus to find his forever family!"
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 - Will have moments where he wants to do his own thing, but more likely than not he wants to snuggle up with his human!
Potty trained?
Crushing It - We have a few accidents here and there but Grant is incredibly smart and will let you know when he has to go
Comfy with strangers?
Yes - Always so sweet with people we meet outside but definitely is a little shy at first (great with kids! so gentle)
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 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:
Medium - While Grant is going through a mouthy phase, he is generally respectful of my stuff and will stop with a stern "no." Grant is definitely less mouthy than many other puppies I've encountered.
Leash manners:
Getting The Hang of It - We've been going on short walks by my building to get him familiarized with a leash. He will occasionally need some encouragement to keep walking and only needs the occasional redirection. Incredibly smart and is on his way to walking like a pro!
Okay in the city?
Yes - Still gaining his confidence when outside the apartment but is a brave boy
Jumping to say hi?
Lower– Doesn’t jump up on people or dogs. Always all four on the floor.
Separation anxiety?
We're working on it! I usually leave him with a frozen kong stuffed with treats or a lick matt and he is generally distracted until that is gone. On par for his age!
Crate trained?
We're working on it - Does great in the crate when his foster mom is around.
Medical status:
Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella vaccines (for dogs under 4 months old, adopters will need to finish the DHPP vaccine series and administer the Rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age)
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.
