SUNI

Pit Bull Terrier | Hardwick, MA

Age : 2 YearsAdultFemaleMediumBrown/Chocolate

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Meet SUNI

OTHER PETS: Suni is friendly and sociable with other dogs, attempting to engage them in play and matching their energy style. Suni is loudly vocal while playing, a trait many dogs share (akin to a small human screaming while going down a slide) but it may bother other dogs (as the screaming slide-rider would bother some humans) so Suni should meet any dogs she would be living with prior to adoption. [Likely (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: Suni is a friendly dog who enjoys humans and other animals on her terms, she is typically low key but enjoys HIGH ENERGY PLAY (which may make the new dog learning curve difficult for some) and communicates well. [Some Experience] KIDS: Suni is uncomfortable with and avoidant of handling; she enjoys pets/affection on her terms and attempting to force affection on her will result in injury. She escalates while playing and also escalates quickly when she hears loud, squeaky/squealy noises - becoming mouthy and jumpy, so quieter play and games that engage her mind will help meet her needs. Suni should live with humans who can respect her boundaries and would be comfortable with how physically she interacts with others. [13+ (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Suni would do well with daily walks, playtimes, and plenty of mental enrichment; she engages with dogs and humans with the same enthusiam and giving her a variety of ways to play and use her mind will help keep her nimble and quick for years. Specialized, positive reinforcement training might enable her to participate in dog sports (with vet approval) or become an adventure companinon. [Good Walking Buddy]VETERINARY CARE: [Routine]LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement therapy will help Suni bond with her new owner and improve her self-confidence as she learns important life skills and bonds with her guardian. We do not believe Suni has been exposed to much training so she will need patience and some extra support as she begins her positive reinforcement journey. [Moderate]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