MOOSE

German Shorthaired Pointer | Willimantic, CT

Age : 4 YearsAdultMaleMediumLabrador Retriever

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Meet MOOSE

OTHER PETS: Moose is friendly and wants to play with other dogs, but does not take feedback well and is occasionally pushy or rude (like putting a paw on the other dog's back.) Moose would do BEST as an only dog; however he may do well with a confident, tolerant dog OWNER EXPERIENCE: [First Dog] KIDS: Moose is a calm, friendly dog who would likely get along with all sorts of humans. He has recently had ear surgery, and is sensitive with his head being handled - which is to be expected. Moose should meet any minor humans he would be living with prior to adoption - ALL HUMANS IN THE HOME SHOULD BE ABLE TO LEAVE MOOSE'S HEAD ALONE SO HE CAN HEAL APPROPRIATELY. [7+ (Must Meet First)] ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moose enjoys getting outside, but does not seem to like inclement weather too much. He is working on loose leash walking, so hitting the walking paths is a great way to keep improving Moose's leash walking skills with positive reinforcement to help him use his energy appropriately. He enjoys playing with humans and is goofy [Good Walking Buddy]VETERINARY CARE: Moose arrived with a hematoma on his ear, likely due to irritation from shaking his head from ear infections. He had surgery to drain to his ear, is currently on medication and recovering. A good relationship with a vet will be necessary, as we are unsure if Moose's ear infections are a chronic issue or not. [ABOVE AVERAGE]LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Moose bond with his new owner as well as help him learn important skills. Further positive reinforcement training will keep Moose's mind engaged and will open the door to lots of fun activities. [Minimal] GROOMING: [Minimal]

Adoption Process
The first step is to fill out an adoption application, answering some basic questions about yourself and your household. This will help the adoption counselors facilitate the matchmaking process. Most adoptions take at least 45 minutes to one hour to complete. The Adoption Center is a busy place, so please be patient and allow yourself enough time for our process. THANK YOU! What we will need to know when you adopt a new companion: If you own your home, please bring some item of verification (tax bill, water bill, or mortgage statement.) Please also be sure to check your homeowner’s insurance policy. Some policies restrict coverage for certain dog breeds. If you DO NOT own your place of residence, please be sure the property owner will consent to have a pet on his/her property. We will verify with landlords over the phone before sending a new companion home, so please have the appropriate name and phone number available. Other pets already living with you will need to be up-to-date on vaccination. This is to decrease the risk of spreading infectious disease from one animal to another. It is important to understand that your new companion will be a member of your family. This can mean a 10-15 year commitment from you! Please bring along family members so we can make sure it will be a good match before you make a commitment. Also, if adopting a second dog, please bring your current dog with you---we can let them spend some time together and give you some suggestions on surviving the adjustment period. Please be sure you have considered the financial obligation involved in caring for a companion animal. This includes routine veterinary and emergency care, in addition to food, supplies and training. The adoption counselors can give you an idea of basic costs involved for each type of animal. Many animals adopted from shelters can require an immediate visit to the veterinarian. Because of the volume of un-vaccinated animals entering a shelter’s care, the risk of transmissible contagious diseases can be quite high. Kennel cough in dogs, and upper respiratory infections in cats are the two most common diseases that your newly adopted companion may experience. You must ask yourself if you have the financial means to care for your new friend, beyond the initial adoption costs. BEFORE YOU COMMIT!!!!! Please be honest with yourself about the actual time you have to train, groom, and exercise the companion animal you have chosen. Some things to consider: Do you work long or erratic hours? Do you like outdoor activity? Who will care for your pet while you travel? Will your pet be the appropriate size when he or she is full grown? When adopting into a home with children: Are you adopting to teach your child responsibility, or are your adopting because you have a responsible child? Are your children comfortable around the animal you’ve chosen? Will YOU still remain committed to this animal when the children lose interest? Take the time now to consider these things and find the best match for your lifestyle! We thank your for offering your home to a “pre-loved” companion. We hope he or she will be a wonderful addition to your family and your home!

Contact
Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center
(413) 781-1484
[email protected]
http://www.tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com