Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Poke - 4 years, 26lbs, Beagle, 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
Their Foster Parent Says: "Poke is a delight to have in our home—he's a joyful, gentle pup! As first time fosters, Poke has been incredibly easy to take care of and brings a lot of life and loving energy into our lives. He has a tendency to follow us around the apartment, tail wagging, and stand and stare at us. When he's not following us around the apartment, you can catch him asleep, sunbathing next to our windows and looking out over NYC. In the evenings, he also loves being tucked into bed. Give the guy a nice little corner with comfy blankets and he'll always make his way back, roll over, and go straight to sleep, anytime during the day––sometimes he snores a little and there was once a time we caught him barking while fast asleep (mind you, normally he doesn't even bark). He has had zero accidents, and enjoys exploring Central Park, and has been incredibly curious and friendly with people—we right off Times Square, and he is always greeting doormen, bouncers, and anyone else he comes across. As a beagle mix, Poke loves all the smells of the city. We live off Broadway, and he has no problems with big crowds of people near Times Square or Broadway queues; in fact, he always stops and says hi to people waiting in line. Poke is an easy, friendly dog and we will really miss him!"
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.)
TOLERANCE TO CITYCity pup – Seems unfazed by the sights and sounds, may as well have been born here.POTTY TRAININGYes – Few or no accidents 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 (always requires adult supervision)Yes for most ages – very confident, gentle, low energy, tolerant, not mouthy *We don't have kids, but of the ones he has encountered he doesn't seem to have much of an issue with them. He's super gentle and doesn't bite or gnaw on people, even when you feed him treats he very gently grabs them–almost like he's too scared to hurt you.SOCIAL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER DOGSMostly – Generally good with other dogs but may be selective (scared of big dogs or plays too rough for small dogs, for example) *Ocassionally he likes to growl/howl at other dogs, but he's never exhibited super aggressive tendencies. He is often curious about most dogs he comes across and has no issues interacting. RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER ANIMALS (cats, small pets, etc.)Yes – Seems to get along with cats etc., either tries to play with them or is mostly uninterested *We don't have other pets in the house. However, he hasn't exhibited any interest in squirrels or birds when we take him on walks. MOUTHY BEHAVIORPast this stage– Little to no interest in chewing on stuff or putting things in their mouth that aren’t food. Doesn’t try to chew on hands, feet, etc. during playtime*The only thing he seems to like to chew on is cardboard. This is not in a super destructive sense but if you give him a used paper towel roll he'll find a lot of enjoyment from shredding it. To be clear, this only happens if you give it to him, otherwise he doesn't bite things and has a very gentle mouth overall (even when feeding him treats)SEPARATION ANXIETY (Please leave your foster dog home alone every day for at least 20 minutes.)Past this stage – Completely fine being left home alone. Doesn’t cry or exhibit destructive behavior when you leave the apartment or house. 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. *He can walk on a leash but oftentimes his Beagle instincts take over and he is more interested in seeking out the thing that has caught the attention of his nose. Generally speaking he will still walk where you want him to go.CUDDLE BUG LEVELMedium – Likes to snuggle when he's in the mood but often stays in his own bed *He likes being in the presence of people but he doesn't really get on people. He'll let you pat him while he lays down next to you but otherwise if he's bored he'll just retreat to his bed/blanket pile and go straight JUMPING ON PEOPLE TO SAY HELLOListens to correction – Only jumps on people they know when really excited, stops with correction.CRATE TRAININGNot at all – Don’t even have one, I’ve puppy proofed and we free range.
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 intakeHow 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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