SCOOBY

Siberian Husky | Amherst, MA

Age : 1 Year 6 MonthsAdultMaleMediumBlack

About

Meet SCOOBY

Scooby is a smaller husky mix with a big amount of energy! He loves to jump--often on people--and is very enthusiastic with his affection. He wiggles and licks faces, and will even nibble at piercings when he has the chance. He doesn't have a huge interest in playing with toys, but he loves bouncing around with people!OTHER PETS: Scooby was relaxed and playful around other dogs, and has even been tolerant of other dogs being jumpy with him. He would likely get along with dogs that can match his energy and play style. [Likely (Must Meet First)] NO CATS OWNER EXPERIENCE: Someone who has experience with high energy, independent thinkers, would be best suited to ensure Scooby has awesome adventures for the remainder of his life. [Some Experience]KIDS: Scooby is a very jumpy little guy who loves to get all up in people's faces. To ensure he gets along well with his younger human friends, he would do best with kids who are old enough to not be knocked over easily and can understand how to interact with him. [12+ (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Scooby is a very energetic dog who will need constructive, healthy ways to channel his energy, including mental enrichment, to ensure that he does not create his own entertainment. Some activities Scooby might enjoy are: multiple daily walks, hiking, puzzle boxes, treat puzzles, or even dog sports. Due to his energy we think he would be a great candidate for hiking or agility specifically! [Olympic Athlete]VETERINARY CARE: [Routine] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Scooby bond with his new owner as well as help him learn important cues and skills. Scooby is very social and enjoys positive human interactions, and will need patience and support as he learns new tricks and skills. [Moderate] GROOMING: Regular brushing will help keep Scooby's coat clean and matt-free; huskies blow their coats twice a year and many owners choose to have a professional groomer help with the extra shedding. [Routine Brushing / Professional Grooming]

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