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My name is Atlantis!

Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated 1 day ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Submit Application

3

Sign Adoption Contract

Adoption fee: $75

This helps Animal Care Centers of NYC | Queens with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
Age
Adult
Size
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
243074

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Meet Atlantis!

Atlantis was surrendered as a stray with limited history provided. He is a fearful but food-motivated dog who enjoys checking in for treats and walks at his own pace. Atlantis approaches new situations cautiously and prefers to engage on his own terms.




My Ideal Home

Atlantis would thrive in a calm, patient home with only adult humans. He needs adopters experienced with fearful dogs who will move slowly, allow him to set the pace, and use positive reinforcement and force-free training. A structured environment with slow introductions to new people, places, and experiences will help him build confidence.




Good with Kids?

No - Due to his fearfulness and anxiety, Atlantis should be in a home without children under 13.




Good with Other Pets?

Unknown - Atlantis's past with other dogs is not documented, and he is currently best as the only pet until he is more comfortable and confident.




Leash Manners

Atlantis walks with a loose and bouncy gait, though he may pant and seek exit when anxious. He can walk ahead but checks in for treats and responds best to slow, calm handling and positive reinforcement. He may show stress signals such as panting, pacing, and flushed face in novel situations.




Overall Health

Healthy overall - spayed/neutered, ambulatory, maintains healthy weight, recovered from mild underweight and greasy coat noted at intake.




Behavior Determination

Level 3 - Experienced Adopters. Atlantis needs adults who understand fearful and anxious dogs, can move at his pace, and provide mental stimulation and enrichment to manage anxiety.




Other Fun Facts

Atlantis enjoys puzzle toys, long walks, and treats. He prefers to approach people on his own terms and will relax once he feels safe. He is cautious but affectionate when he chooses to engage, and he benefits from slow, calm, and structured interactions.


Primary Color: Brown Brindle
Weight: 41.6
Age: 3yrs 0mths 3wks
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
243074
Contact
Phone
Address
19-06 Flushing Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11385

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Submit Application

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

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 application

Go meet their pets

Manhattan Animal Care Center
326 East 110th Street (between 1st and 2nd Aves.)
New York, NY 10029

**NEW**Queens Animal Care Center
1906 Flushing Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385

Staten Island Animal Care Center
3139 Veterans Road West
Staten Island, NY 10309

Adoption Hours: Please check our website for updated adoption hours https://www.nycacc.org/locations-and-hours/

Please visit our Events page for information on off-site Adoption events! https://www.nycacc.org/adoption/events/

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.

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