johnny

Johnny - 4 months &15lbs (as of 2/3), Border Collie Mix, NeuteredExpected around 45lbs 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

Thier Foster Parents Say: "Johnny has been an absolute Angel babe. He’s really coming into his own! He’s learning potty training, and getting better each walk! He’s still a little scared of the big city but is getting more brave every day. He loves chasing pigeons and seeing kids playing. He’s a little scared of other dogs in passing and is very curious about everything. His energy comes and goes in bursts. Having zoomies in the morning and at night, then being mostly chill and cuddly between. I swear he’s part bunny, he’s got some hops! He’s crate training for when we’re out of the home and sleeping for the night. He is moderate about new humans, a bit shy but open and sweet. He does ask for “uppies” that I will need to be corrected as he gets a little older. I’ve just spoiled him a bit being so small, transitioning from PR and it being so cold out. He seems to have almost no separation anxiety and comfortable being independent. He’s a little talkative but not a huge barker, his sounds kind of sound like human groans they’re actually quite cute."

More Information On His Personality: "Johnny has been an absolute Angel. His energy level is medium; he gets zoomies after his morning walk, then crashes pretty hard afterward. We've been doing enrichment activities and playing a lot inside, as he's not such a huge fan of the cold. He is still adjusting to the city, but is getting braver every day. He’s a little scared of other dogs when he passes.He is learning potty training, currently going on the pads between walks. He is a social butterfly with strangers. He wants to walk up and say hi to everyone who passes. He seems very tolerant and gentle around children. He wants to chase squirrels and pigeons. He seems gentle, just curious, and excited. We're working on his mouthy behavior. He's teething and likes to chew on everything right now. His separation anxiety is very mild; he cries for a little bit when left alone, then gets over it pretty quickly. He's getting the hang of the leash and responds to correction pretty quickly. His cuddle bug level is medium; he loves a good snuggle but also likes his independent time. He is polite when greeting humans. He very gently asks for "uppies" when his paws get uncomfy in the cold. He is very gentle about it, and I think this would be corrected easily as he gets older. He is very comfortable in a crate; he knows the command "crate" and lies down in it with no problem."

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.) 

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 upon

HOW DID THIS DOG END UP WITH US?Most of our dogs come via partner groups who help us save them from shelters where they are at risk of euthanasia in Tennessee, Los Angeles and Puerto Rico. 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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