- Food$22–38
- Insurance$35–60
- Routine vet$25–45
- Supplies$15–30
- Grooming$10–30
A NYC estimate for a dog this size and coat. Excludes the adoption fee and anything unexpected.
About 45 lbs now and still growing — this breed usually reaches 35–45 lbs.
- ✓Vaccinations up to date
Oriole’s past was not a kind one. He comes from a severe neglect and abuse situation, and while he carries some shyness from that experience, his gentle spirit still shines through. He’s incredibly sweet and, once he feels safe, wonderfully goofy. Oriole just needs a little time to warm up to new people and unfamiliar environments. With patience and reassurance, his playful personality begins to peek out. Oriole would thrive in a calm, understanding home that will let him build trust at his own pace. Beneath his shy exterior is a loving, loyal companion just waiting to feel secure enough to be himself. All dogs will be altered, microchipped, and receive age-appropriate vaccines prior to adoption. Interested in adopting or fostering? Need more info on this dog? The first step in the process is filling out an application on our website. Apply to adopt: nycsecondchancerescue.org/dog-adoption-application Apply to foster: nycsecondchancerescue.org/dog-foster-application Learn about our adoption process: nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt Read our fostering FAQs: nycsecondchancerescue.org/foster View available dogs and current adoption promotions: nycsecondchancerescue.org/adoptable-dogs View upcoming adoption events: nycsecondchancerescue.org/adoption-events Learn about us and ways to get involved: nycsecondchancerescue.org
🧠 Temperament
He’s incredibly sweet and, once he feels safe, wonderfully goofy. Mixed-breed dogs pull traits from several lines, which often means fewer breed-linked health problems and a temperament best judged by meeting the dog.
🎾 Exercise
Depends on the individual. A daily walk plus play is the baseline; ask the foster how the dog behaves after a quiet day.
✂️ Grooming
Varies with coat type. Short coats need little; longer or double coats need regular brushing.
🏙️ In a NYC apartment
Mixes are often excellent city dogs. Building breed restrictions are usually enforced on what a dog looks like, so ask the rescue how the dog is typically identified.
