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Max

Border Collie Mutt

Male, Young
Fulton, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Max is a very sweet boy that loves everyone. Needs an experienced adopter with alot of time to spend with him. We rehomed him 6 weeks ago but after the 2nd day he dug under their fence and ran away when they left him out in the backyard alone. He is microchipped and loves all animals and people.
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Dumplin

Great Pyrenees Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Pennellville, NY
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
🙃 Describe their temperament: Dumplin is a oversized goof ball, that loves everyone and is always happy. Coming home to him always puts a smile on my face. 🔋 Energy level: Medium - Typical pet energy; will need walks and/or play sessions to fulfill energy needs daily. 🔓 Are they crate trained? Yes 🚽 Are they potty trained? Yes 🎓 Known commands (if any): Still learning and working with him 🔗 How do they do on leash? He is ok on a leash, but still could use work. Dumplin is still very much a big puppy. 🥎 What is their favorite toy? Not sure about toys, but he loves to run. Dumplin likes to make a game out of running and I love watching him. 👠 Can they differentiate toys from items they are not allowed to chew on/play with? Only chews on Benebones. He is a very good boy 🩶 Likes: People, dogs, very easy going ✖️ Dislikes: BEHAVIOR 🐩 How do they interact with other dogs? He is good with other dogs, but sometimes he doesn't understand his size. Dumplin is learning to be more gentle with smaller dogs. 🐈‍⬛ How do they interact with cats? Other small animals? Unknown 🍼 How do they interact with kids? Unknown 👤 How do they interact with people? Meeting strangers? Strangers coming up to the door at home? Dumplin seems to be good with everyone. Sometimes he will bark at the neighbors. 🚕 How do they do in the car? Dumplin is great in a car, but sometimes he doesn't want to get in the car. 🩶 They need more help with...? Dumplin likes to jump up and give hugs. Once again he doesn't understand his size. But I'm just over 5 feet, and he has never knocked me down. He is extremely gently. ─── 📜 Any known history: he is from Georgia! 💌 A note from my foster: Dumplin has a very outgoing personality. He is one that has fun with everyone and everything. He can make anyone smile in just a few minutes. Just remember he is a larger boy. If you want a 50 pound dog, he is NOT for you.
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Glam

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 mos
Pennellville, NY
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
BASIC INFORMATION 🙃 Describe their temperament: She’s very friendly but a little nervous around sudden movements and new places. Does not like loud noises. 🔋 Energy level: [ ] Medium - Typical pet energy; will need walks and/or play sessions to fulfill energy needs daily. 🔓 Are they crate trained? Yes 🚽 Are they potty trained? Not fully, still working on it. 🎓 Known commands (if any): none right now. Working on sit. 🔗 How do they do on leash? Does not like the leash right now. She will stop walking and pull away. 🥩 What is their favorite snack? Any dietary restrictions or allergies? Loves all treats. No known allergies. 🥎 What is their favorite toy? She’s still a little unsure of toys. Will play with a squeaky pig for a minute. 👠 Can they differentiate toys from items they are not allowed to chew on/play with? No, she likes to put everything in her mouth. 🩶 Likes: cuddles, exploring, digging holes in the yard. ✖️ Dislikes: robot vacuum, leaving her in a room by herself. BEHAVIOR 🐩 Describe how do they interact with other dogs? Hasn’t been around another dog yet. 🐈‍⬛ Describe how do they interact with cats? Other small animals? Unknown. 🍼 Describe how do they interact with kids? Loves kids, may try to steal their food. 👤 Describe how do they interact with people? Meeting strangers? Strangers coming up to the door at home? Great, loves the attention. 🚕 How do they do in the car? Getting better. She tries to get in your lap but once you tell her no, she will fall asleep on her seat. 🧼 How do they do in the bath? She’s amazing with baths. 💅🏼 How do they do for nails? Haven’t needed her nails done yet. 🤝🏼 How well do they tolerate general handling? Loves to be held. 🩶 They need more help with...? Basic training, sit, come, stay, no jumping. She tried to jump if you have food. ______ 📜 Any known history: 💌 A note from my foster: Glam is very sweet and lovable. She will follow you wherever you go and be right by your side. She will need some training work.
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Harvest

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 1 mo
Pennellville, NY
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
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Oaken

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 1 mo
Pennellville, NY
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(when grown) -
Details
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Story
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Bella Bloss

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 mos
Pennellville, NY
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
🙃 Describe their temperament: friendly and playful. 🔋 Energy level: Medium/high - Typical pet energy; will need walks and/or play sessions to fulfill energy needs daily. 🔓 Are they crate trained? Yes 🚽 Are they potty trained? Has not had any accidents. 🎓 Known commands (if any): sit, go potty, learning wait. 🔗 How do they do on leash? Pulls some on the leash. Learning not to pull on leash. Already pulling less. With consistency will master leash walks. Loves going for walks. 🥩 What is their favorite snack ? She likes all snacks including just pieces of puppy food. Will work for snacks. 🥎 What is their favorite toy? She loves all toys. Enjoys things she can chew. Loves to play with balls and will play fetch and bring the ball back to you (usually lol) 👠 Can they differentiate toys from items they are not allowed to chew on/play with? She is learning. She knows what no means learning leave it and drop it. Doing well with both. 🩶 Likes: going on adventures and getting her puppy energy out then coming home and cuddling in the couch. She loves to snuggle after a good play session. ✖️ Dislikes: 🐩 Describe how do they interact with other dogs? She is playful with other dogs. Learning her limits with other dogs as she likes to play a little rough sometimes. Takes correction from our dogs and calms down. 🐈‍⬛ Describe how do they interact with cats? She is learning about the cat. Takes correction from the cat and leaves her alone. Would chase cats that would run from her. 🍼 Describe how do they interact with kids? She was great with the kids at the event we brought her to. She can be a little high energy so would have to be watched for jumping with small kids she may knock over. Didn’t jump on the kids at the event. 👤 Describe how do they interact with people? She loves meeting new people and loves everyone she has met. She will bark some if you have other dogs in the house that bark. 🚕 How do they do in the car? She rides great in the car. Lays down and is relaxed. Loves going for rides and walks. 🧼 How do they do in the bath? Has not needed one yet. 💅🏼 How do they do for nails? Has not needed them done yet. 🤝🏼 How well do they tolerate general handling? She does well being handled. 🩶 They need more help with...? Just learning basic puppy training. Consistency walking on the leash and not pulling. Learning manners in the house like staying down when asked. She is learning not to jump on people and will master this with consistent training. 📜 Any known history: 💌 A note from my foster: Bella is a sweet heart. She loves to lay her head on your chest or your leg. Loves snuggling on the couch after a good day playing and having fun with her family. Bella loves playing with other dogs.

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Oswego City Animal Shelter

621 East Seneca St., Oswego, NY 13126

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Harbor Hounds Greyhound Rescue

Oswego, NY 13126

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Oswego County Humane Society Inc.

29 West Seneca Street, Oswego, NY 13126

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Oswego County SPCA - OCAWL

Fulton, NY 13069

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Gertie's Small Dog Rescue, Inc

Fulton, NY 13069

Pet Types: dogs

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Central NY Boxer Rescue

PO Box 152, Mexico, NY 13114

Pet Types: dogs

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Town of Schroeppel Dog Control

69 County Route 57A, Phoenix, NY 13135

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends Forever Animal Rescue

174 Gristwood Rd, Pennellville, NY 13132

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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PAWfect Pet Haven

Parish, NY 13131

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