Moose

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Moose - 45lbs & 7 months (as of 8/12), Redbone Mix, Neutered Expected to be about 60lbs Full Grown  This puppy 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: We're not sure why this puppy is still up for adoption. He's a slam dunk of a pup but keeps getting slept on and over-looked. He's a volunteer favorite.  He's wonderful with other animals: dogs and cats. Has a very sweet and gentle energy. He's a very good listener and a breeze to train. We can't wait for him to find his forever family.  Their Foster Parent Says: "Moose  is such a sweet, joyful boy! Everyone in my neighborhood lights up when they see him trotting by. He loves everyone he meets! He is good with dogs, cats, adults and children. For a puppy, he has a particularly relaxed persona. It's not unusual for him to lay down on the sidewalk if you pause for a moment. He's not easily spooked. If something does alarm him, he will just move into his person for security. He is adaptable and quickly understands boundaries from both humans and animals. He knows how to sit on command and come when called. He stays in proximity of his owner and will frequently check in during off -leash play (especially when this behavior is rewarded with treats!). He is house-trained, crate-trained and leash trained. He is still working on separation anxiety but responds well to structure like giving him a kong with peanut butter in his crate before leaving. Also playing ambient sounds like clock ticking or crashing waves seems to soothe him. He is very cuddly and curious. Wherever you go, he's with you and when you stop, he's laying by your side. Currently his exercise routine consists of one long walk (approx 1.5 hours) in the morning which involves some off-leash socializing with other dogs. Several short walks throughout the day about 10-15 mins every few hours) and one long walk in the evening with once again some off-leash play. He sleeps through most of the mid-day, all through the night and takes his time getting energy in the morning. He eats twice a day - morning and evening . Like all other aspects he is very relaxed and not food possessive at all. Move truly is a dream dog! He does require daily socialization, exercise and attention, but its easy to provide when you got a buddy like him!" Level of dog ownership experience needed:INTERMEDIATE: As an adult, this dog will need significant structure and plenty of daily exercise, training, and mental stimulation – 90 consecutive minutes of movement in the morning plus potty break walks and brain games throughout the day. The adopter must have relevant primary care experience with a similar breed, temperament, and/or energy level. (Primary care experience includes ownership, fostering, or dog sitting as an adult, not a dog you grew up with.) Relevant puppy care experience is a huge plus, but bare minimum the adopter must have TONS of time and patience. Raising a puppy can be a lot of fun, but it’s also  tremendous work. Puppies’ personalities and exercise/stimulation requirements change dramatically between now and when they’re a year old as their bodies and brains develop, so an active lifestyle and the ability to adapt to a pup’s evolving needs are a must. We strongly urge professional dog training with a rewards based trainer from the get go. Adults only or kids ages 8 and up – all puppies go through a mouthy, rambunctious phase and often accidentally hurt children when playing. PLEASE DO YOUR OWN BREED RESEARCH to make sure you have a better understanding of the kind of temperament and exercise requirements this dog may have as an adult. Energy levelMEDIUM: Very young puppies sleep and nap a lot, but their energy level skyrockets when they become teens (4 months to around a year). As an adult, this dog will need significant structure and plenty of daily exercise, training, and mental stimulation – 90 consecutive minutes of movement in the morning plus potty break walks and brain games throughout the day at a minimum. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.)  Potty trained?Yes!  Crate trained?Nope. None of our new puppies have been formally trained, but many of our foster parents/adopters choose to crate train. It can be a great way to keep puppies safe and teach them independence. Social with dogs?Yes. Some puppies are shy, others are bold, but all have the potential to be taught healthy socializing skills. It’s a huge part of raising a puppy and must be done carefully. How they interact with other dogs depends largely on how their humans help them learn to.  Social with children?  (ALWAYS requires adult supervision)Yes… but most puppies are not a great match for a home with kids under age 8 because they go through intense mouthy play and rambunctious phases and often accidentally hurt young kids while playing. Children must always be monitored and taught to interact with dogs of any age respectfully.   Social with cats?Yes. Almost all puppies have the potential to be friends with a cat. It’s on the adopter to know their cat’s temperament and preferences and to teach their puppy respectful manners.  Mouthy play: High! All puppies go through phases where they chew your stuff and grab your hands, arms, feet… puppies naturally explore the world, play, and test boundaries with their mouths. (It also happens when they’re teething.) Their teeth are super sharp though, so it can be a very painful phase for humans and other animals in the home. Proper training, outlets, and socialization are key. Leash manners:Doing well with this skill!   Separation anxiety:MEDIUM: Most puppies have some level of separation anxiety as they learn to self soothe. Often they cry the first 10+ minutes when they are left home alone or in a crate. Consistent training and alone time is crucial. Medical status:Healthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella vaccines (for dogs under 4 months old, adopters will need to finish the DHPP vaccine series and administer the Rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age), spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer uponHow 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. LEARN MORE ABOUT US: socialteesnyc.org and Instagram @socialteesnyc ##2334088##

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Moose, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.