Adopt

My name is Martin!

Posted 5 days ago | Updated 1 day ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Submit Application

4

Sign Adoption Contract

5

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
Age
3 years old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
35 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
A180633

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Martin A180633
35 lb. neutered male, approx 3 years old

A Gentle Soul Learning to Trust

-This skinny, sweet boy is the definition of quiet resilience. He walks nicely on leash without pulling and takes in the world carefully, still unsure but trying his best. When he first entered the room, his tail was tucked and his nerves were showing—but give him a little time, and his true heart starts to shine.

-I sat on the floor and he cautiously approached, allowing soft pets while keeping a close eye on everything. When I stopped, he nudged my hand for more—his way of saying “please don’t stop.” He even leaned in to sniff my face and rewarded me with a few gentle kisses.

-He’s food motivated and knows how to sit, taking treats politely with just a few reminders to be gentle. Toys aren’t really his thing yet, but affection? That’s where he truly blossoms. When I laid down, he scooted in close, still a little tense but clearly craving comfort. After a few minutes of patience and reassurance, he relaxed, flopped over, and offered his belly—soaking up belly rubs for a long, peaceful while.

-This boy needs time, patience, consistent meals, and lots of love. In return, he’ll give you quiet loyalty, tender moments, and the incredible reward of watching a timid heart learn it’s finally safe. 🐾💙

-Seems non reactive to dogs nearby and may do well living with a fur sibling after slow and proper intros

Unknown behavior with dogs/cats/kids

•Meet all of our adoptable pets on our website friendsofdacc.org/adopt

•Please keep in mind that the shelter can be a very stressful environment.

•Studies show that a minimum of 3 days decompression drastically lower stress hormones and allow the dog to show more personality after they have settled in.

•There is a suggested donation of $100 for our dogs, payable by cash, check or through paypal at the time of the adoption.

•To meet them please go to front door and a DACC staff member will assist you with adoption or fostering.

**And when coming to meet one of our dogs, please bring all the humans with you, but leave any current dogs at home. Staff will go over how to slowly and properly introduce them after a decompression period.**

•The shelter is open 7 days a week 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM.

**1431 E Ferry St. Detroit
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
A180633
Contact
Phone
Address
1431 East Ferry Street, Detroit, MI 48211

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Meet the Pet

3.

Submit Application

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

5.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Our shelter is located at 1431 East Ferry Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48211. Adoptions are daily from 10:30am to 5:30pm, but the shelter is closed to the public from 3:00pm to 4:00pm Bring your entire human family, but please leave other pets at home. Adoption counselors will review with you how to slowly introduce your new pet to any pets you might already have at home.

Please check our Adopt page for more information about or adoptable pets and the adoption process. https://www.friendsofdacc.org

Note that some of out adoptable pets are in foster homes. Please check our Adopt page at https://www.friendsofdacc.org/adopt to see which pets are in foster - the location will say "In a Foster Home".

Check our Events page for special evening and offsite adoption events at https://www.friendsofdacc.org/events.

Come find your new best friend!

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Our shelter is located at 1431 East Ferry Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48211. Adoptions are daily from 10:30am to 3:30pm. Please arrive by 3:00pm. Bring your entire human family, but please leave other pets at home. Adoption counselors will review with you how to slowly introduce your new pet to any pets you might already have at home.

Check our Events page for special evening and offsite adoption events at https://www.friendsofdacc.org/events.

Come find your new best friend!

More about this shelter

The mission of Detroit Animal Care and Control is to promote and protect the health, safety and welfare of the residents and visitors of the City of Detroit from animal bites, zoonotic disease, or traffic hazards; to maintain the highest standards of humane animal sheltering; to promote the placement of animals into homes; and to encourage responsible pet ownership through education, enforcement, and community partnership.

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