Nala was surrendered to us by her family and is a very sweet, social gal who prefers to take things at her own pace. She can be a bit shy in new environments and is finding the shelter overwhelming, but in one-on-one time outside she's a big cuddle bug. Slow, gentle introductions help her feel safe and build trust.
My Ideal Home
Nala will do best in a calm, low-traffic home with patient adopters who understand sensitive dogs. A predictable routine, gentle handling, and gradual desensitization to new people and places will help her flourish. Someone with experience working with fearful or anxious dogs is ideal, and a household that can manage access to high-value items and work on confidence-building exercises will set her up for success. She also likes having a safe space-she's crate trained and often prefers her crate.
Good with Kids?
No (recommended no children under 13). While Nala has been friendly around children in her previous home, she is sensitive to handling and can startle; calmer older children who understand gentle interactions would be better for her.
Good with Other Pets?
Nala has lived with other dogs and is tolerant of familiar canine companions. She can be shy around unfamiliar dogs on leash and prefers to approach on her own terms, but has shown tolerance off-leash. No experience with cats has been reported, so introductions should be done cautiously.
Leash Manners
Nala shows mild to moderate pulling on leash and can be nervous in the kennel environment. She would benefit from continued loose-leash practice, short, calm walks, and positive-reinforcement training to build confidence outdoors.
Overall Health
Healthy overall. Nala is spayed and microchipped. She has been a little stressed by shelter life, so a quiet, steady home will help her settle in.
Behavior Determination
Level 3 - Recommended for experienced, patient adopters. Nala can be fearful of loud noises and handling in some situations, shows resource guarding around food and toys, and has shown signs of separation anxiety. With consistent, positive training, management around high-value items, and gradual desensitization, she can become a confident, affectionate companion.
Other Fun Facts
Nala is a true couch potato who loves to be where her person is. She's crate trained and often prefers her crate, can comfortably rest there for long periods, and knows cues like sit, down, and paw. Primary Color: Tan Weight: 73.4 Age: 6yrs 2mths 2wks
Meet Nala!
Nala was surrendered to us by her family and is a very sweet, social gal who prefers to take things at her own pace. She can be a bit shy in new environments and is finding the shelter overwhelming, but in one-on-one time outside she's a big cuddle bug. Slow, gentle introductions help her feel safe and build trust.
My Ideal Home
Nala will do best in a calm, low-traffic home with patient adopters who understand sensitive dogs. A predictable routine, gentle handling, and gradual desensitization to new people and places will help her flourish. Someone with experience working with fearful or anxious dogs is ideal, and a household that can manage access to high-value items and work on confidence-building exercises will set her up for success. She also likes having a safe space-she's crate trained and often prefers her crate.
Good with Kids?
No (recommended no children under 13). While Nala has been friendly around children in her previous home, she is sensitive to handling and can startle; calmer older children who understand gentle interactions would be better for her.
Good with Other Pets?
Nala has lived with other dogs and is tolerant of familiar canine companions. She can be shy around unfamiliar dogs on leash and prefers to approach on her own terms, but has shown tolerance off-leash. No experience with cats has been reported, so introductions should be done cautiously.
Leash Manners
Nala shows mild to moderate pulling on leash and can be nervous in the kennel environment. She would benefit from continued loose-leash practice, short, calm walks, and positive-reinforcement training to build confidence outdoors.
Overall Health
Healthy overall. Nala is spayed and microchipped. She has been a little stressed by shelter life, so a quiet, steady home will help her settle in.
Behavior Determination
Level 3 - Recommended for experienced, patient adopters. Nala can be fearful of loud noises and handling in some situations, shows resource guarding around food and toys, and has shown signs of separation anxiety. With consistent, positive training, management around high-value items, and gradual desensitization, she can become a confident, affectionate companion.
Other Fun Facts
Nala is a true couch potato who loves to be where her person is. She's crate trained and often prefers her crate, can comfortably rest there for long periods, and knows cues like sit, down, and paw. Primary Color: Tan Weight: 73.4 Age: 6yrs 2mths 2wks
Adoption counselors and volunteers will be on-site to guide you through every step of the adoption process. The adoption process includes filling out an application, having a counseling session, and interacting with the animal you are interested in adopting.
Adoption counselors and volunteers will be on-site to guide you through every step of the adoption process. The adoption process includes filling out an application, having a counseling session, and interacting with the animal you are interested in adopting.
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More about this shelter
Animal Care Centers of NYC encourages everyone to come to one of our three full service Care Centers when looking to adopt a pet. Beautiful dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits are anxiously waiting a home to call their own.
All ACC adoptions include vaccinations, a microchip, spay/neuter, one month of free pet health insurance, and a free office visit at a participating veterinarian.
Please visit our website for more information. https://nycacc.org/
ACC rescues more than 20,000 animals each year. A non-profit organization, ACC is under contract with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to rescue, care for and find loving homes for homeless and abandoned animals. ACC is a full-service animal organization that takes in any animal in need in New York City.
Animal Care Centers of NYC encourages everyone to come to one of our three full service Care Centers when looking to adopt a pet. Beautiful dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits are anxiously waiting a home to call their own.
All ACC adoptions include vaccinations, a microchip, spay/neuter, one month of free pet health insurance, and a free office visit at a participating veterinarian.
Please visit our website for more information. https://nycacc.org/
ACC rescues more than 20,000 animals each year. A non-profit organization, ACC is under contract with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to rescue, care for and find loving homes for homeless and abandoned animals. ACC is a full-service animal organization that takes in any animal in need in New York City.
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