Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Story
Hi, I’m Dusty! I’m an 8-year-old Shepherd mix who came to the shelter from ACC. We don`t know much about what my life looked like before I got here, but we`ve learned one very important thing about me:I think the world is pretty scary.I`m a very sweet dog, but I`m also extremely timid. New places, unfamiliar situations, and even going for a walk can feel overwhelming to me if I don`t trust that the person beside me knows what they`re doing.Put an inexperienced person on the other end of my leash and I may tuck my tail, put on the brakes, and decide:NOPE. WE SHOULD DEFINITELY NOT GO THAT WAY.But something interesting happens when I`m walking with a confident handler.They give me a little encouragement, keep moving forward, and show me through their own calm confidence that there`s nothing to worry about.And suddenly...I walk!Quite nicely, actually.It`s tempting when you see a frightened dog like me to crouch down, shower me with reassurance, and tell me over and over that everything is okay. But what I really need is someone who can calmly show me that it`s okay.Not someone mean.Not someone harsh.Someone confident.I need a person who can look at something I`m convinced is terrifying and communicate, `Nah, Dusty. We`re good. Come on.`And then off we go.I`m looking for an experienced dog owner who understands fearful dogs and can help me build confidence rather than accidentally reinforce my fears. With the right person guiding me, I have so much potential to discover that the world isn`t nearly as frightening as I`ve convinced myself it is.Because of my insecurities, I should not live with small children. A quiet home with adults or older kids who understand my needs will be a much better fit.I do like other dogs! Sometimes I can come on a little strong when I`m excited to meet them, though, and not every dog appreciates my enthusiasm. Any potential canine roommates should therefore be a good personality match for me.At 8 years old, Dusty isn`t looking for someone to teach him a million fancy tricks.He`s looking for something much more important:Someone who can teach him how to be brave.If you`re calm, confident, experienced, and willing to show a worried older gentleman that the world can actually be a pretty wonderful place, Dusty is ready to follow your lead. Dusty is neutered, dewormed, microchipped and is up to date with vaccines. His adoption fee is $500.00, plus $8.50 for the dog license if you are a resident of NYC. Dusty will also get one free exam with one of our participating veterinarians within 30 days of his adoption.If you`d like to meet him please visit, we`re conveniently located in Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn near the F train (Ft Hamilton Pkwy) and the B16 bus. We`re open daily for adoptions from 11am to 5:30pm.Dusty can`t wait to meet you!Sean Casey Animal Rescue153 E. 3 St.between Ft Hamilton Pkwy & Caton AveBrooklyn, NY 11218adoptions@nyanimalrescue.orgNYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Registration No. RR160