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
STARLIGHT - 11 years old & 11lbs, Yorkie, Spayed
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.
Her Foster Parent Says:" Starlight is just the cutest little love muffin. She’s incredibly sweet and well behaved, and just wants to be friends with everyone she encounters. For an 11 year old, she still has quite a bit of energy (in a cute way) and pep in her step. She grew up in the city so she’s easy to walk and confidently moves around the neighborhood. She’s also happy to take the subway, ferry or ride in a car. She likes to always be by my side, following me from room to room and looking up at me with her adorable little face. When it comes time to chill or sleep, depending on her mood she’ll curl up next to me or put a little distance, but still stay close. She’s super social and the perfect brunch and happy hour companion, calming sitting both inside and outside. Anyone who adopts this sweet girl will fall in love immediately."
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.
Energy Level
Low — Couch potato, gentle walks Gentle walks because she’s older BUT does have cute energy and likes to move a lot around my apartment. Follows me everywhere, instead of sitting still
Cuddle Bug level?
Medium — Likes to snuggle when he's in the mood but often stays in his own bed She sometimes snuggles, but when sleeping she often will move a foot away but still likes to sleep near you. Always want to be in proximity of me.
Potty Trained?
Mostly Yes — Can have some transitional accidents. Not uncommon for senior dogs.
Comfy with strangers?
Yep — Wants to be friends with everyone who walks by, super social butterfly, loves anyone who will stop to say hello.
Good with Children? (ALWAYS requires supervision)
Yes for all ages — very gentle, low energy, tolerant, not mouthy
Good with Other Dogs?
Yes — Good with all other dogs (sizes, breeds, etc.) as far as we know and enjoys socializing with other canines
Good with Other Animals? (cats, small pets, etc.)
Yes — Seems to get along with other animals, either tries to play with them or is mostly uninterested
Mouthy Behavior?
Past this stage in life – Little to no interest in chewing on stuff or putting things in its mouth that aren’t food. Doesn’t try to chew on hands, feet, etc. during playtime, doesn’t wreck your stuff — only chews on appropriate things like dog toys and bones.
Leash Manners?
Old Pro – Seems like a dog that has been on leash before. Doesn’t pull hard or need much direction.
Okay in the city?
Yes — Seems unfazed by the sights and sounds, they may as well have been born here.
Jumping on People to Say Hi?
Low – Doesn’t jump up on people or dogs. Always all four on the floor. She jumps a little but so tiny and little legs she doesn’t get very far.
Separation Anxiety?
Lower – Might cry for a few minutes when you first leave the house but settles pretty quickly and has no problem being left alone.
Crate training?
Not 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 negative; 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 or St. Thomas. 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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