Abandoned senior ger shep mix Bosco in danger@NYC kill shelter in Manhattan, New York
Bosco is located at Manhattan Animal Care and Control. I am not affiliated with them. For more info about Bosco or to see his current status, copy/paste this link:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=607865529226330&set=a.172404072772480.42595.152876678058553&type=3&permPage=1
A staff member writes:
Bosco, affectionately known as Old McDonald, is a senior gentleman with a lot of dignity and a lot of spunk. On day one Bosco was going to show everyone that he was no pushover. He bared a perfect set of teeth at all who approached. But age makes for shorter reaction times so on day two, as Bosco lunged toward the determined leash bearing human handler, he was not able to make his point. Bosco was looped and coaxed outside even as his growling continued. He eliminated immediately and spent most of his time checking over his shoulder to see what the annoying person at the other end of the rope was doing. Walking Bosco, just walking. As more days have passed, so too has Bosco's level of discomfort. Very spry and fit, though substantially underweight, our aging hero now jumps out of his kennel and looks forward to time spent outside with his small circle of friends. Surprisingly well trained, his ears instantly perk up when asked to perform. He sits on command and gives paw- both left and right- for a tasty treat, which he takes very politely. Not so surprisingly, Bosco is a joy on leash. He now invites most forms of gentle contact from those with whom he's bonded and readily returns the affection. But Bosco has been let down mightily in his past. Knowingly left in a discarded car by his former owner who then called a towing company to cart the vehicle away, Bosco was carted away as well. Add to this the fact that, when Bosco was discovered, he was let out in the tow yard, lost and confused. He now has a bite or two on his record as he tried to protect himself from those who thought they could catch him as he wandered. Thus his DOH status. Bosco has been through quite a lot, but he's persevered. He would make the perfect addition to a quiet, loving family who appreciate the joys and benefits of inviting an elder into their home. It may take Bosco a little time to trust but, once he does, he will never leave your side. Bosco is a good boy, loyal and spirited. Keep those treats handy as there's probably no limit to the tricks he has up his sleeve.
BOSCO a/k/a MCDONALD -ID# A0964070
*** DOH HOLD 05/03/13 ***
NEUTERED MALE, GRAY / BLACK, GERM SHEPHERD MIX, 9 yrs
STRAY - ONHOLDHERE, HOLD FOR DOH-HB Reason STRAY
Intake condition GERIATRIC Intake Date 05/03/2013, From NY 11355
If you are interested in adopting or fostering this dog please contact a NYC rescue group from the bottom of this link:
http://www.facebook.com/notes/urgent-part-2-urgent-death-row-dogs/adoption-info-and-list-of-rescues/405703306122877
When contacting a rescue group have the ID# (listed above) and tell them the dog is at the Manhattan Animal Care and Control at 326 E110 St NYC.
This dog is in danger of being placed on the euthanasia list, so time is of the essence. If you can help do not wait, contact a rescue group now
For more information on adopting please read the following:
https://www.facebook.com/Urgentdeathrowdogs/app_137541772984354
If you cannot adopt foster ! Fostering is free and does not have to be permanent it can be short term but will save a life ..contact a rescue group from the link above for more info about fostering
*This dog is located at Animal Care and Control, I am not affiliated with them and I cannot 'hold' or pull any dog...I am simply trying to help give them the 2nd chance they all deserve. You will have to call the Animal Care Center at the tel# above, or contact a rescue group from the link above for assistance.