Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
River - 1 year & 28lbs, Beagle/Terrier Mix, Neutered
This dog is eligible to join our foster-to-adopt program. Please email fostertoadopt@socialteesnyc.org with the animal’s name in the subject line if you are interested! Want to straight up adopt? Submit an adoption application at socialteesnyc.org
Thier Foster Parent Says: "River has been so sweet, affectionate and curious since day one. He is fully potty trained, well-mannered at home, and comfortable spending a couple of hours alone. He loves meeting other dogs and people, and exploring and sniffing everything along the way. At home, he’s a total cuddle bug who loves curling up in your lap while you're working or watching TV. River is very food motivated, knows a couple commands (sit and come), and responds well to learning with treats and positive reinforcement. He enjoys long sniff walks, a little jogging with fetch, and sturdy chew toys. He has some typical puppy energy, especially around birds, squirrels, and dogs he wants to play with, but redirects easily with a treat. He only seems to be vocal in an outside setting when leaving the company of other dogs we encounter on his long walks. Crate training is still a work in progress, and he can be an enthusiastic chewer, so durable toys are a must! Overall, River has been a joy to have and is going to make a wonderful companion to someone."
Level of dog ownership experience required:INTERMEDIATE – This dog will need significant structure and plenty of daily exercise, training, and mental stimulation – 90 consecutive minutes of movement in the morning plus potty break walks and brain games throughout the day. The adopter must have relevant primary care experience with a similar breed, temperament, and/or energy level. (Primary care experience includes ownership, fostering, or dog itting as an adult, not a dog you grew up with.)
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.)
TOLERANCE TO CITYCity pup – Seems unfazed by the sights and sounds, may as well have been born here. He perks up when hearing sounds and occasionally goes to look out the window, but doesn't react any other way. On walks he just tries to smell everything
POTTY TRAININGYes – Few or no accidents. No accidents at all
COMFORT LEVEL WITH STRANGERSSocial butterfly – Wants to be friends with everyone who walks by, loves anyone who will stop to say hello.
BEHAVIOR WITH CHILDREN Hasn't really interacted with kids, on walks he sees them, walks up to them slowly and then just continues sniffing away
SOCIAL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER DOGSYes – Good with most other dogs (sizes, breeds, etc.) as far as we know and enjoys socializing with other canines
RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER ANIMALS (cats, small pets, etc.)Not sure – Wants to chase squirrels and birds so may not be a good match for a home with cats, rabbits, etc. Mostly chases squirrels and birds, hasn't interacted with cats or any other animals
MOUTHY BEHAVIORWorking on it – Is respectful of hands, feet, etc. but likes to chew on things they’re not supposed to like shoes, furniture, etc. hasn't chewed on any furniture or shoes, just is a little mouthy when giving kisses, but stops with a firm "no"
SEPARATION ANXIETYAdjusting – Might cry for a few minutes when you first leave the house but settles pretty quickly and has no problem being left alone otherwise.
LEASH MANNERSGetting the hang of it – Probably hasn’t been on a leash much in their life but figuring it out. Might be a mild puller but responds to correction.
CUDDLE BUG LEVELHigh – Wants to be in your lap pretty much all the time Very big cuddle bug, most days after work when we are watching tv, he calmly lays right next to either of us and sleeps or just lays there.
JUMPING ON PEOPLE TO SAY HELLOListens to correction – Only jumps on people they know when really excited, stops with correction.
CRATE TRAININGWorking on it – We set one up and leave the door open but rarely close it because the dog freaks out Working on getting him to be comfortable in the crate, and go in on his own, we give him treats and meals in it, quickly comes out when done, he slept through the night without any whining or crying twice, but now caught on so he stays out most of the day and doesn't want to sleep in there on his own accord.
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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