TUBA

German Shepherd Dog | Lee, MA

Age : 3 YearsAdultMaleSiberian Husky

About

Meet TUBA

Tuba is a laid back boy who enjoys showing staff and volunteers which of his toys he is currently enjoying the most. OTHER PETS: Tuba is interested in other dogs but dislikes it if dogs display dominant behavior towards him. His best match would be with a confident, tolerant dog of similar size. [Likely (Must Meet First)] OWNER EXPERIENCE: [First Dog] KIDS: Tuba enjoys the attention that comes with handling, he will lean into pets and sometimes will gently stand on his hind legs and flop against someone. To ensure that Tuba does not accidently hurt someone, he would do best in a home with older childern. [10+ (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Tuba LOVES showing off and playing with his toys. He enjoys tug and settles well when playing. Tuba will need both physical and mental stimulation in order to maintain his health - a tired husky is a happy husky, even if they're `only a mix.` Supervised time in a fenced yard, doggy daycare, and adventures that might need specialized training like hiking, flyball, agility, dock diving, and more are all good ways to keep Tuba engaged and well exercised. [Good Walking Buddy / Olypmic Athlete] VETERINARY CARE: [Routine] LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Tuba bond with his new owner, work on his basic commands and behavorial expectations. Further training would give Tuba the opportunity to participate in organized dog sports or outdoor adventures with his owner. [Minimal] GROOMING: Tuba will need regular brushing to keep his coat clean and matt-free. If his coat were to get matted, a professional groomer would need to help remedy the situation. Huskies shed year round and blow their coats twice a year; there is a good chance that Tuba will have increased (compared to HIS normal) shedding twice a year. [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!