alvin

Alvin - 2 years, 11lbs, Yorkie 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

Their Foster Parent Says: "Alvin is a sweet, smiley little guy who takes a while to warm up but is worth every bit of patience! Nervous around people, he likes to have a safe space of his own, like a crate where he can go when he is feeling overwhelmed. He isn't a huge cuddler (at least not yet), but he loves a belly rub and will greet you with a big smile and butt wiggle when you come home - he might even throw in a few kisses! Alvin is on the lazy side; if you don't walk him when he first wakes up and does his morning stretches, he will go back to bed until mid-afternoon if you let him. Busy streets stress him out, as he isn't comfortable with a lot of people walking by him or behind him, so a quieter area or a place with a backyard is ideal for him. He is great on a leash; he does not pull and will walk leisurely behind or beside you, but you do need some patience as he will step aside and let people pass or stop once in a while to get a look at those walking behind you. While not too playful yet, he likes having a fellow dog in the house as a companion, but doesn't feel the need to say hi to other dogs on the street. Give him some space and time, and he will eventually join you on the couch or in bed for a lazy hang."

Level of dog ownership experience required:BEGINNER – “Beginner” doesn’t necessarily mean easy as all dogs will require time, work, and patience, but we predict this dog will be low on the challenge scale because of their breed/age combo. Potentially a good fit for someone who has relevant dog care experience (fostering, dog sitting) and is looking to adopt their first pup. 

Energy level:MEDIUM – Needs a daily 60 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.) 

Medical status:Healthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines; heartworm tested if coming from Tennessee or Puerto Rico; spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake

How did this dog end 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, 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.

This animal is not at the Social Tees office, all are in foster homes.

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