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
Lio - 10 years, 14lbs, Shi-poo, Neutered
This senior angel 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
Our Team Says: "Lio has missing fur on the bottom half of his body due to living in neglect for a long time. He was rescued with a few other dogs thier hair grew back but his has not and we're not sure if it will - he's seen a vet - good bloodkwork for a senior. Lio also needs a home with another dog - he has seperation anxiety and another dog helps him a ton."
Thier Foster Parent Says: "Lio has the sweetest, warmest personality and is always eager to please. He loves toys and can happily entertain himself, but he lights up when you join in on the fun. A true cuddle bug, he adores napping nearby and snuggling close. He’s still learning to go potty outside — we’ve been practicing every day by going on walks and letting him explore where other dogs have gone, but he hasn’t quite made the connection yet. He does use pee pads indoors and we’re continuing to work on it with patience and routine. On walks, I’ve already noticed steady improvement with his leash skills — he’s becoming more confident, curious, and comfortable with each outing. He’s been wonderful with other dogs, greeting them gently and respectfully, and while he’s a little shy in busier settings, he warms to people with a little bit of time. Despite being a senior, Lio has great energy — he can match your pace, whether you’re on a Zoom call needing a calm companion or ready for playtime. He's working hard on being home alone - his ideal home has another dog in it - he came from a hoarding situation. Occasionally, he’ll nudge a toy your way, just to see if you’re up for a little play or some extra pet."
Level of dog ownership experience needed:FLEXIBLE: We predict this dog will be low on the challenge scale with regard to exercise and mental stimulation requirements, but seniors tend to need a lot of help and understanding when it comes to lifestyle and veterinary issues. Seniors usually need quiet, calm environments and routines and do not do well with a lot of bustle, change, and rambunctious movement (kids and young playful dogs, for instance). This dog’s adopter will need to be prepared for senior health challenges, which usually come with expensive veterinary bills and time in vet offices. Senior care can also take an emotional toll on their humans. Adopting a mature pup is a wonderful thing to do, but it can also be difficult.
TOLERANCE TO CITYCity pup – Seems unfazed by the sights and sounds, may as well have been born here.POTTY TRAININGSort of — On the way and learning! May be using wee pads (is a puppy or a brand new rescue) COMFORT LEVEL WITH STRANGERSIn between bean – Fine with meeting new people but not particularly interested, kind of shy in busy social situations like a gathering or a packed day in the park. BEHAVIOR WITH CHILDREN (always requires adult supervision)Yes for most ages – very confident, gentle, low energy, tolerant, not mouthy SOCIAL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER DOGSYes – Good with most other dogs (sizes, breeds, etc.) as far as we know and enjoys socializing with other caninesRESPECTFUL 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. Have not really seen him around other animals besides dogs. Does not chase squirrels so far.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. Want to note that this is very minimal and he will stop if you just ask him to.SEPARATION ANXIETY (Please leave your foster dog home alone every day for at least 20 minutes.) Adjusting – Might cry for a few minutes when you first leave the house but settles pretty quickly and has no problem being left alone otherwise. Seems to adjust being left alone a little better out of a crate than in a crate. Slightly anxious.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 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
Medical statusHealthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines; heartworm tested if coming from the South or Puerto Rico; spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake. Adopters will need to be ready for senior care – at a minimum, that will be annual checkups including senior bloodwork and a dental post adoption (most senior rescues need one).How this dog ended 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 though!
This animal is not at the Social Tees office, all are in foster homes.
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