MORTY

Pit Bull Terrier | Worcester County, MA

Age : 7 YearsSeniorMaleLargeAmerican Bulldog

About

Meet MORTY

Morty is an excitable dog with a love for people and dogs alike! He's the type of dog that'll love being up in your space when he greets you, but is also just as happy doing things on his own. While he hasn't had much interest in playing yet, he loves being outside and getting to spend time in the sun.OTHER PETS: Morty has gotten along with other dogs during his stay at TJO, and has readily invited each dog he's met to play! He is likely to get along with another dog in the home, but as always will be required to meet any other dog he'll be living with. [Likely (Must Meet First)]OWNER EXPERIENCE: [First Dog]KIDS: Morty was tolerant of handling and hasn't shown any signs of resource guarding during his stay at TJO. He would likely be a good family dog, but as always, any interaction between children and dogs should be actively monitored to ensure that both parties remain comfortable and safe. [Likely (Must Meet First)]ACTIVITY LEVEL: Morty can get quite excited when he's around his favorite people, but hasn't shown much interest in playing with toys. Nevertheless, he'd make a great partner for early morning walks and afternoon naps! A combination of regular exercise and plenty of mental enrichment such as food puzzles and games will help meet his needs. [Good Walking Buddy]VETERINARY CARE: [Routine]LEVEL OF TRAINING NEEDED: Positive reinforcement training will help Morty not only learn his basic cues & skills, but also help him to bond with his new owner as well. [Minimal]GROOMING: Consistent brushing will help to minimize shedding in the home. [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