JASMINE

American Staffordshire Terrier | West Hartford, CT

Age : 2 YearsAdultFemaleMediumTan

About

Meet JASMINE

Jasmine came into TJO with her skin in pretty rough shape. She's currently receiving medication and weekly medicated baths to help her skin heal, as well as a special diet in case her condition is allergy related. She's a big fan of food and would do best with a family that will let het have her own space while she eats, as well as a slow feeder to keep her from eating too fast. OTHER PETS: Jasmine took a few minutes to start engaging in play with another dog, but she got along well once she did! She would likely get along best in the home with another dog that can match her in play, but also knows how to settle individually. [Case-By-Case (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: Jasmine would likely do best with someone that has prior experience with dogs that have allergies or skin conditions, to ensure they are prepared in knowing what to expect and what to look for. [Some Experience] KIDS: Jasmine is very food and scent motivated, but can be intense about her food and possessions. She would do best around kids that are old enough to understand how to interact with her and when to let her have her own space to ensure there is no unnecessary sense of conflict. 15+ ACTIVITY LEVEL: Jasmine is an excitable girl that loves to run around with her people, but settles well when she realizes that play time is over. She would love going for walks around the neighborhood and eventually hiking with further positive reinforcement training. And due to her interest in new smells and treats, she would also be a great candidate for scent work games to help keep her mind happy! [Good Walking Buddy] VETERINARY CARE: Jasmine was found to have a very minor heart murmur, but was otherwise physically healthy. It is currently unknown whether her skin condition is due to environmental or dietary allergies, so she will do best with someone that has a good relationship with their vet to ensure that she gets the care she needs, even after her skin heals. [Above Average] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Jasmine has a good amount of energy when she's excited and may be jumpy. She will do best learning with someone who can offer both patience and confidence while she adjusts to her new environment at home. Positive reinforcement training will help Jasmine not only learn her basic cues & skills, but also help her to bond with her new owner. [Minimal] GROOMING: Jasmine is currently receiving medicated baths to help heal her skin and encourage new, healthy fur to grow in. It's possible that she may need to continue her shampoo treatments occasionally throughout her life if her allergies were to flare up again. [Routine Bathing]

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