Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Aubrey - 4 years, 26lbs, Basenji/Terrier Mix, Spayed
Our Team Says: Aubrey needs a home in a calm area. The suburbs would be ideal for her. She's currently in Uniondale, NY and loves it there!
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Thier Foster Parent Says: "Aubrey is a sweet and gentle dog without an aggressive bone in her body. She is a super big fan of peanut butter and all types of bully sticks. Curling up on a dog bed cinnamon roll style is her go-to maneuver during down time. When she's up and outside, she's bursting with energy and will go for a run in a heartbeat. She loves to go out for long walks as we'll take up to five per day. She's not very food motivated as snacks and treats aren't her main thing. But when she's hungry, she will chow down. When not resting, giving her something mentally stimulating is ideal for her. She doesn't mind getting wet, so going out for a walk in the middle of the rain is not a big deal to her. Once she trusts you, sit down next to her long enough and she will inevitably come up and begin to nuzzle you and lick your face. Not a big barker at all, but when she does bark, she's definitively communicating something to you to let you know that she needs your attention.The biggest thing about Aubrey is time and patience. She's very very shy at first with new people. But again, incredibly sweet, kind, gentle, very soulful eyes. she's just looking to earn your trust so she can become comfortable with you and then once comfortable with you she's with you for good."
Level of dog ownership experience required:BEGINNER – “Beginner” doesn’t necessarily mean easy as all dogs will require time, work, and patience, but we predict this dog will be low on the challenge scale because of their breed/age combo. Potentially a good fit for someone who has relevant dog care experience (fostering, dog sitting) and is looking to adopt their first pup.
Energy level:MEDIUM – Needs a daily 60-90 minute walk or window of quick paced exercise (minimum) in addition to potty break strolls (10-30 min each). Also needs significant socializing opportunities outside the home and mental stimulation at home like tricks training practice, chew items, and puzzle toys. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.)
Okay in the City:Country Mouse. She's in the suburbs right now and can be quite skittish. Loud noises, the sounds of trucks, any sort of commotion sets her off and startles her. She's quite a nervous one. Ideally, a suburban area is best suited for her and her current temperament and ability to process stimuli. She can be very anxious and jumpy, but it never translates into aggression – it's mostly fear of the unknown or unfamiliar. Potty Training:Working on it. Needs a calm area to use the bathroom. Would do wonderfully with a yard. Comfort With Strangers:Wallflower. Initially, very apprehensive and nervous around new people. It takes her a while to warm up and get used to strangers. She never shows any aggression towards new people. Needs time to sniff people out to ensure that they're not a threat. once she gains some degree of comfort she will allow new people to pet her and stroke her.Behavior w/Children:Would be okay with older children - 12 years and up. Social Behavior w/Other Dogs:Mostly. So far, the only interaction with other dogs has been while on the leash during walks. And during those times, she has never shied away nor shown any aggression. She's typically indifferent towards them, even though it's clear that she does notice them. Would do great in a home with another dog. Respectful Behavior w/ Other Animals (cats, small pets, etc.):Squirrels do activate her and she goes on to high alert. Sometimes cats trigger her as well, but she has never actively chased after any small animal or pulled on the leash. She just clearly notices them and they have her attention. Mouthy Behavior:Has shown a willingness to chew on paper, paper towels and small items on the floor. But she is never aggressive regarding it if you take it away from her. More or less seems to be a stealth stimulation characteristic. But is absolutely not mouthy when it comes to people, hands, feet, furniture. Separation Anxiety:Adjusting. Does fairly well with separation. Will leave the house from anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour. She may bark initially for the first minute or two and then settles down. I've witnessed that she will be in her crate upon my return.Leash Manners:Getting used to it. She is absolutely insistent upon walking to the right of you. She happily gets onto the leash and walks with you. Initially, she would either walk behind me or to the side of me. as she's gained more confidence being outside, she now will attempt to take a lead and can pull on the leash. In the process of correcting this behavior.Cuddle Bug Level:Aubrey is still learning how to love humans so she isn't super cuddly yet. I have not had moments or opportunities for that degree of physicality and affection, but she is very, very fond of being stroked, head rubs, ear scratches, and generally hands on her muzzle. She does appreciate physical contact once she's comfortable with the individual and will look to initiate any sort of affection on her part. But she has not been on my lap nor have I picked her up two-place her on my lap as still working on building a bond.Jumping On People To Say Hello:Calm Greetings. She is not a jumper. Crate Training:Yep/Mostly. She is very comfortable in the crate, will enter and exit on her own with the door being open. Happily goes inside at night for bedtime. At times does need to be led in during the daytime if I'm leaving the house. But once inside she gets comfortable very quickly.
Medical status:Healthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines; heartworm tested if coming from Tennessee or Puerto Rico; spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake
How did this dog end 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, Los Angeles, and Puerto Rico. 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.
This animal is not at the Social Tees office, all are in foster homes.
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