Audrey

Audrey - 10 months & 23lbs, Collie/Sheltie Mix, Spayed

Expected full grown size about 40lbs

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

Level of dog ownership experience required: 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.

Her Foster says: Everyone who meets Audrey falls in love with her. It's hard not to. She's funny, affectionate, resilient, and getting more confident every day. She's still getting the hang of city life, but every day she gets a little braver. Loud trucks and unexpected city sounds can still make her pause, but she's becoming a great walker and is learning that not every noise requires an investigation. Like any young dog, Audrey gets bursts of playful puppy energy. However, she's just as happy zooming around for a bit as she is curling up next to you on the couch for a nap. In fact, one of her favorite hobbies is sleeping in. She happily sleeps through the night and would strongly prefer that everyone respect her morning beauty sleep. Audrey can be a little shy when meeting new people, preferring to take a moment to assess the situation before diving in. But once she realizes you're a friend, her social butterfly side quickly emerges. Before long, she's leaning in for pets, soaking up attention, and charming everyone she meets. Her love language is physical touch, and she's especially fond of belly rubs and butt scratches. She appears to have had some potty training before arriving in foster care, but she's still building confidence outside as she adjusts to all the sights, sounds, and smells of the city. She currently does well using her foster's patio while continuing to work on outdoor potty habits.Audrey is also impressively smart. On her very first day, she learned "sit" and conquered her fear of stairs. She's eager to learn, highly adaptable, and seems to pick up new things quickly. One of Audrey's most underrated qualities is how easy she is to live with. She's perfectly content when left home alone, doesn't whine, and doesn't get into things she shouldn't. Audrey is looking for a home that will continue cheering her on as she discovers that the world is a lot less scary when you have loving humans by your side.

ENERGY LEVEL Medium – Needs a daily 60-90 minute morning walk or window of quick paced exercise in addition to potty break strolls (10-30 min each). Also needs significant opportunities to socialize 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 Adjusting to the city – Would prefer a home in a calmer part of the city or the suburbs. Spooked easily by loud noises and bustling areas but walks pretty well in quiet areas and probably just needs more time to adjust (may be a puppy or a brand new rescue).

POTTY TRAINING Sort of -- On the way and learning! May be using wee pads (is a puppy or a brand new rescue). She shows signs of potty training (waits by the door, accidents happen by the door, etc.) but is currently too nervous to go outside with all the city noises. She has been using my patio and goes out there when she needs to vs inside. Would do well with an apartment or home with outdoor space.

COMFORT LEVEL WITH STRANGERS Social butterfly – Wants to be friends with everyone who walks by, loves anyone who will stop to say hello. She is shy at first, but quickly warms up!

BEHAVIOR WITH CHILDREN (always requires adult supervision) Yes -Maybe for age 12 and up

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR WITH OTHER DOGS Mostly – Generally good with other dogs but may be selective (scared of big dogs or plays too rough for small dogs, for example). She isn't that interested in other dogs. Sometimes she is curious, but mostly she just walks past them.

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. I can see her being curious about cats.

MOUTHY BEHAVIOR Past this stage– Little to no interest in chewing on stuff or putting things in their mouth that aren't food. Doesn't try to chew on hands, feet, etc. during playtime

SEPARATION ANXIETY (Please leave your foster dog home alone every day for at least 20 minutes.) Past this stage – Completely fine being left home alone. Doesn't cry or exhibit destructive behavior when you leave the apartment or house.

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 Medium – Likes to snuggle when he's in the mood but often stays in his own bed. She is the perfect balance of wanting to snuggle, but also will just put herself into her bed. We don't allow her on the couch and she is totally fine just chilling in her bed beside us.

JUMPING ON PEOPLE TO SAY HELLO Calm Greetings – Doesn't jump up on people or dogs. Always all four on the floor.

CRATE TRAINING Not at all – Don't even have one, I've puppy proofed and we free range. She sleeps in bed with us as the bottom of our feet.

Medical status: Healthy as far as we know. Up to date on their DHPP and Bordetella vaccines, spayed/neutered; microchipped; treated with dewormer upon intake. (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.)

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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