LINCOLN

Pit Bull Terrier | Hardwick, MA

Age : 6 MonthsYoungMaleSmallBrown/Chocolate

About

Meet LINCOLN

If you hear Lincoln before you see him, you may think he is some sort of bull with all the grunting and snorting he does - he just really likes showing off how excited he gets! This wiggle monster is on a mission to spread smiles of joy wherever he goes and is looking for a human who thinks that sounds fun.OTHER PETS: Lincoln is a playful puppy who is tolerant of rough play from other puppies and engages older dogs with play bows. He would thrive with an tolerant dog who could show him the ropes and teach him how to enjoy all the cool things that come with living with humans. [Likely (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: Lincoln would be a easy puppy for someone with dog experience to care for, someone who doesn't have dog experience but is open to housing a furry toddler and committed to using positive reinforcement training would be a good human for Lincoln as well. [Some Experience / First Dog] KIDS: Lincoln is a friendly, goofy puppy who enjoys playing with humans and dogs alike. He is in the stage of puppy development where he explores everything with his teeth - some people jokingly call this the `land shark stage` - is mouthy at play and dislikes his mouth being touched. Lincoln would do best with humans who could help him learn what is ok to chew on by providing appropriate chew toys and redirecting for safe and happy play. [10+ / Dog Savvy (Must Meet First)] ACTIVITY LEVEL: Lincoln is still a puppy so his energy level is still growing and changing as he does - we think he will probably be a dog who needs multiple daily walks in additiona to plenty of mental enrichment such as puzzles and games, or regular adventures such as hiking or appropriate dog sports. Lincoln is very curious and will be sure to love trying all sorts of new things to find his favorite activities! [Good Walking Buddy / Olympic Athlete]VETERINARY CARE: [Routine] GROOMING: [Minimal] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Lincoln has not had any positive reinforcement training but is excited to do anything asked of him whenever he interacts with humans. Positive reinforcement training will help Lincoln bond with his new owner and build self confidence as well as help him learn life skills. Further positive training would allow for participation in dog sports (with vet approval) and other specialized activities. [Moderate]

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