Angel

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ANGEL - Poodle, 1.5 years, 18lbs, Neutered  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: "Angel is a special boy. He struggles with meeting new people sometimes and really needs his space and time in new environments. His ideal adopter is really patient. And we would recommend a home that is in a calm area so there's less factors for him to have to navigate." Their Foster Parent Says: "Angel is adjusting well!! He had a couple potty accidents the first couple days, but otherwise hasn't relieved himself in the apartment since. He loves following us around and cuddling next to us on the couch or on the kitchen mat. He is learning how to play with his toys, but generally is food-driven. He has learned how to auto-sit, especially when we're holding food or treats, and also is a quick learner and knows which rooms he cannot access.We walk him 3-4 times a day, and he tends to poop on the first and last walk of the day. He is still getting used to the snow, but he started to hop around and play after a couple times out. He's calm and friendly with other dogs and also very curious around the apartment, trying to explore every corner. He'll be shy around new people but will warm up to them quickly. The biggest challenge is the separation anxiety. Whenever we leave him alone, he will cry or whine. He has been scratching at the door whenever we come back. We have a playpen for him and he would cry whenever we aren't in his line of sight. He is our shadow around the apartment; when we get up from the couch he'll follow us around." Level of dog ownership experience needed:INTERMEDIATE: 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.) Energy levelMEDIUM: Needs a daily 60-90 minute walk or window of quick paced exercise (minimum) in addition to potty break strolls (10-30 min each). Also needs significant socializing opportunities outside the home and mental stimulation at home like tricks training practice, chew items, and puzzle toys. (This is regardless of dog size – many small breeds were designed for lots of activity and will exhibit unwanted behavior when they’re understimulated.) Cuddle Bug LevelHigh -- Is always on our heel and loves to cuddle up on the couchPotty TrainedYes -- Few or no accidents (accidents the first couple of days but no accidents since)Comfy with strangers?Sort of -- Shy when meeting new people but warms up quicklyGood with Children? (ALWAYS requires supervision)Yes for all ages -- very gentle, low energy, tolerant, not mouthy Good with Other Dogs?Yes -- Mostly uninterested; prefers humansGood with Other Animals? (cats, small pets, etc.)Yes-- mostly uninterested Mouthy Behavior?Low – 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?Getting the Hang of it – Walks ahead occasionally and pulls but corrects himselfOkay in the city?Yes -- Unfazed by any loud noisesJumping on People to Say Hi?Medium – Jumps up only on people the dog knows when really excited. Stops with correction. Separation Anxiety?(Please be sure to leave your foster dog home alone every single day for at least 20 minutes.) Higher – He is ok alone for about 5 minutes, and then starts crying or scratching at the doorCrate training?Not at all – We have a playpen and he goes in his pen to eat/nap/sleep on his own. Medical statusHealthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines; spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake  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. LEARN MORE ABOUT US: socialteesnyc.org and Instagram @socialteesnyc ##2283399##

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