Adopt

My name is Sparky!

Posted over 6 months ago | Updated over 3 months ago

Cared for by Rescue City
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Sign Adoption Contract

4

Pay Fee

5

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua/Jack Russell Terrier
Color
Age
Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_2149013-1710388

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

After a rocky start, Sparky is so ready for his happy ending, and maybe, just maybe, you're the one to give it to him.



 



Sparky is 5 years old and just 20lbs, he is the definition of a homebody. Snuggled up next to you on the couch, belly up for rubs, while you binge-watch cooking shows or unwind with your favorite series is his perfect day too. He’s mellow, affectionate, and an absolute expert in the fine art of napping.



 



After being surrendered by the family he grew up with, he was understandably shaken (where he lived with young kids). While his next home wasn’t the right fit, Sparky didn’t give up. With the support of a fantastic trainer (@ace_pets_services), he’s made amazing progress, especially with his leash reactivity, and continues to improve every single day.



 



Sparky’s Favorite Things:



Cuddles & belly rubs



Watching you cook (he’s a five-star sous-chef)



Treats, praise, and routine



Calm, cozy environments



 



What Sparky’s Great At:



House-trained and crate-trained (he sleeps soundly in his crate at night)



Knows the “No” command



Loves structure and consistent routines



Incredible potential with the right guidance



 



What He’s Working On:



Leash reactivity to dogs and new people (but improving with training)



Calm greetings with visitors



Desensitization with tools like the pet corrector and positive reinforcement



 



Who Sparky’s Looking For:




  1. A quiet home with a yard, where he won’t have to constantly meet new people or dogs.

  2. Or with a patient, consistent owner (or couple) who’s willing to continue his training. He’s shown he can make great progress, he just needs someone to believe in him.



 



While generally calm around children, Sparky may react similarly to how he does with adults at times, so respectful, dog-savvy older kids or an adult-only home might be best. He’s reactive around other dogs on walks but continues to improve with consistent training and redirection, and is the absolute SWEETEST inside. 



 



Despite the ups and downs, Sparky hasn’t lost his gentle spirit. With the right home, there’s no doubt he’ll blossom into the loyal, loving companion you’ve been dreaming of. Please apply to adopt him at rescuecity.nyc/adopt


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Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2149013-1710388
Contact
Adoptions Team
Phone
Address
Brooklyn, NY 11214

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

https://www.rescuecity.nyc/adopt/

2.

Interview

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

4.

Pay Fee

5.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

The adoption fees are as follows:


All Puppies up to 1 Year Old: $600
All Dogs up to 8 Years Old: $500
All Dogs 8 Years Old+: $350

The adoption donation fee covers all necessary vaccines, spay/neuter surgeries, parasite treatment, cost of supplies for food, shelter, transport and comfort while under the care of Rescue City, and additional medical or behavioral resources when necessary (x-rays, cardiograms, training, etc.).

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

The first step of the adoption process is to complete an adoption application in full at www.rescuecity.nyc. All of our dogs are in foster homes throughout the city. We do not have a physical location where we keep dogs.

More about this rescue

Rescue City is a no-kill, non-profit1 pet rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption organization. Our team of dedicated volunteers is based in Brooklyn, NY and serves the NYC metro and surrounding areas.

Our organization’s motto is: There’s a person for every dog, and there’s a dog for every person…it’s just a matter of time. This applies whether you are looking to adopt a pet, or would like to make a positive impact on the lives of animals. At Rescue City we believe it is our moral responsibility to defend the lives of abused, abandoned, and neglected animals.
We take on helpless stray and surrendered animals, as well as those at the top of the euthanasia list at local and international shelters. We place our rescues in nurturing foster homes while they rebuild their lives through physical and mental rehabilitation. Following a thorough – but hassle free – adoption process, our Rescues are placed in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. Every rescue is fully vetted and altered, micro-chipped, and vaccinated upon adoption. Our commitment to our rescues does not stop once the adoption paperwork is signed. We stress the importance of responsible pet ownership, and we educate our Fosters, Adopters, and community on what it means to be a good pet owner.

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