River

River - 1 year & 28lbs, Beagle/Terrier Mix, Neutered 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 Thier Foster Parent Says: "River has been so sweet, affectionate and curious since day one. He is fully potty trained, well-mannered at home, and comfortable spending a couple of hours alone. He loves meeting other dogs and people, and exploring and sniffing everything along the way. At home, he’s a total cuddle bug who loves curling up in your lap while you're working or watching TV. River is very food motivated, knows a couple commands (sit and come), and responds well to learning with treats and positive reinforcement. He enjoys long sniff walks, a little jogging with fetch, and sturdy chew toys. He has some typical puppy energy, especially around birds, squirrels, and dogs he wants to play with, but redirects easily with a treat. He only seems to be vocal in an outside setting when leaving the company of other dogs we encounter on his long walks. Crate training is still a work in progress, and he can be an enthusiastic chewer, so durable toys are a must! Overall, River has been a joy to have and is going to make a wonderful companion to someone." Level of dog ownership experience required: 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 itting as an adult, not a dog you grew up with.) Energy level: MEDIUM – 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.) TOLERANCE TO CITY City pup – Seems unfazed by the sights and sounds, may as well have been born here. He perks up when hearing sounds and occasionally goes to look out the window, but doesn't react any other way. On walks he just tries to smell everything POTTY TRAINING Yes – Few or no accidents. No accidents at all COMFORT LEVEL WITH STRANGERS Social butterfly – Wants to be friends with everyone who walks by, loves anyone who will stop to say hello. BEHAVIOR WITH CHILDREN Hasn't really interacted with kids, on walks he sees them, walks up to them slowly and then just continues sniffing away SOCIAL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER DOGS Yes – Good with most other dogs (sizes, breeds, etc.) as far as we know and enjoys socializing with other canines RESPECTFUL 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. Mostly chases squirrels and birds, hasn't interacted with cats or any other animals MOUTHY BEHAVIOR Working on it – Is respectful of hands, feet, etc. but likes to chew on things they’re not supposed to like shoes, furniture, etc. hasn't chewed on any furniture or shoes, just is a little mouthy when giving kisses, but stops with a firm "no" SEPARATION ANXIETY 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. LEASH MANNERS Getting 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 LEVEL High – Wants to be in your lap pretty much all the t