Matteo is a ~5-year-old pup who found his way to us after his previous owner was no longer able to care for him. He’s a handsome, strong boy with a big personality to match—and he’s looking for a home that understands and appreciates dogs like him. Matteo has lived with other dogs in the past, but he truly prefers to be the center of attention and would do best as the only pet in the home. He’s incredibly strong and is currently working on improving his leash manners, so he’ll need a confident, dog-experienced owner who can continue guiding him in the right direction. Because of his size, strength, and personality, Matteo is looking for an adult-only home with no children. He thrives with structure, consistency, and someone who is willing to put in the time to help him succeed. Now for his favorite thing in the world: tennis balls 🎾 Matteo is obsessed. Once he has one, he can be a little reluctant to give it up—but offer him a tasty treat, and he’ll happily make a trade. He’s very food motivated, which makes him a great candidate for continued training. At the end of the day, Matteo is a good boy who just needs the right person to understand him and bring out his best. With patience, structure, and love, he has so much potential to be an incredible companion. If you’re experienced, committed, and looking for a loyal, ball-loving best friend—Matteo might be your guy Please copy and paste the link below to fill out our Matchmaker Adoption Application so we may arrange a meet and greet for you! www.brookhavenny.gov/AnimalShelter