Bluebell - 1 year, 10lbs, Chorkie, Female 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 Our Team Says: Bluebell needs a home out of the city, ideally with another dog. She came from a hoarding situation and does much better with the company of another dog. Thier Foster Parent Says: "Bluebell is a total lap dog through and through, incredibly affectionate and loves to cuddle and nap with you on the couch. She's still working on her potty training and using pee pads still but also goes outside during her walk about fifty percent of the time. She's great on a leash but still getting used to the city noise and stimulation so she's a bit skittish on walks but slowly building confidence. Extremely dog friendly and will sit patiently to wait and say hello to new dogs and new people. Easily excitable and distracted by pigeons and squirrels and loves a good chase. Learning how to sit for treats, which she's getting better at each day. She hasn't been crate trained with me but she's been great free roaming around the apartment. In the mornings sometimes it's hard to get her up cause she loves laying in bed for as long as possible. She's incredibly sweet, affectionate, loves a cuddle and loves to be around you as much as possible. I'd say she would need an experienced dog owner with the ability to help her with her separation anxiety. With some more time and training, I think she can get to a more comfortable time alone.Anyone who loves a super affectionate, silly, lap dog would be lucky to have Bluebell." 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 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.) Okay in the city? We don't know yet because this pup is brand new to us. Most adult dogs do well in the city after they've had time to adjust to a new environment, but some never adapt and need homes in the burbs. Potty trained? Probably! Adults usually are, but all will have transitional accidents for the first week or so. A consistent walking route and schedule plus finding spots with grass or dirt can help. Social with other dogs? Yes, but we don't know to what degree yet. Some like to wrestle with every passing pup, others can coexist well but prefer to keep to themselves. We'll learn more soon. Social with cats? Not sure yet! Some breed mixes that are generally NOT great matches for homes with cats include large hounds, huskies, and shepherds. Comfortable with children? (ALWAYS requires adult supervision) We're not sure yet, but we try to err on the side of caution. Respectful kids ages 8 and up are probably a safe bet. Children must always be monitored and taught to interact with dogs of any age carefully. 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. LEARN MORE ABOUT US: socialteesnyc.org and Instagram @socialteesnyc