Bear

What he lacks in legs, sweet resilient BEAR makes up for in spirit – and love!<br/><br/>3-legged Bear doesn’t let his ruff start in life get him down; he is still a normal, happy dog with a wonderful personality! Bear is 4 years old and weighs 56 lbs. Poor Bear had his front right leg amputated when he was attacked by another dog as a puppy. However, he was not surrendered to the shelter until he was 2 years old. An orthopedic specialist once said "dogs are born with 3 legs and a spare" - meaning, they get around just fine! Although Bear is non-reactive to other dogs, when he lost his leg was unfortunately not the last time Bear was attacked. Poor Bear was surrendered to the city shelter 2 days before Christmas 2023 with his muzzle and back covered in dog bites. His scared but gentle and friendly personality quickly made him a staff favorite as he spent the holidays in the shelter. Bear then became super lucky and has been in a loving foster home since March 2024, where he is described as the "perfect guest". <br/><br/>Bear is a great dog! He is super friendly with all people, with a mellow personality, never whining or barking, and previously lived with kids and a cat. He DOES get along with other dogs when meeting them, but because of his past trauma, should not live with them. Bear is easily won over with some treats, which he loves and is food-motivated. Bear prefers to play rather than walk – playing with balls is his favorite, but he does love his stuffed animals so much he will want to bring them with him on a walk! Bear is well-mannered and easy-going in his foster home, with so much love to give! He is a snuggler who even is good in the bath. Bear is neutered, up to date on vaccines, healthy, and house-trained. Bear will make the ulti-mutt loving companion! <br/><br/>Bear was not dealt a very fair hand in life, but he takes it all in his charming 3-legged stride. It is so easy to fall in love with Bear, and he wants to fall in love with you too! He recently underwent some surgeries for a prolapsed rectum - 3 surgeries. This is a completely recoverable treatment but he may need some understanding and grace until then. Unfortunately, again, circumstances are not on his side and we really need to find him a safe placement without being able to give him time to fully recover and regain his control. <br/><br/>If you are interested in learning more about Bear, please contact AmsterDog at 917-689-8414 or email info@amsterdog.org. You can apply to foster, adopt, or foster-to-adopt Bear at AmsterDog.org.<br/><br/>Thank you for caring about a pet in need!

What he lacks in legs, sweet resilient BEAR makes up for in spirit – and love!

3-legged Bear doesn’t let his ruff start in life get him down; he is still a normal, happy dog with a wonderful personality! Bear is 4 years old and weighs 56 lbs. Poor Bear had his front right leg amputated when he was attacked by another dog as a puppy. However, he was not surrendered to the shelter until he was 2 years old. An orthopedic specialist once said "dogs are born with 3 legs and a spare" - meaning, they get around just fine! Although Bear is non-reactive to other dogs, when he lost his leg was unfortunately not the last time Bear was attacked. Poor Bear was surrendered to the city shelter 2 days before Christmas 2023 with his muzzle and back covered in dog bites. His scared but gentle and friendly personality quickly made him a staff favorite as he spent the holidays in the shelter. Bear then became super lucky and has been in a loving foster home since March 2024, where he is described as the "perfect guest".

Bear

What he lacks in legs, sweet resilient BEAR makes up for in spirit – and love!

3-legged Bear doesn’t let his ruff start in life get him down; he is still a normal, happy dog with a wonderful personality! Bear is 4 years old and weighs 56 lbs. Poor Bear had his front right leg amputated when he was attacked by another dog as a puppy. However, he was not surrendered to the shelter until he was 2 years old. An orthopedic specialist once said "dogs are born with 3 legs and a spare" - meaning, they get around just fine! Although Bear is non-reactive to other dogs, when he lost his leg was unfortunately not the last time Bear was attacked. Poor Bear was surrendered to the city shelter 2 days before Christmas 2023 with his muzzle and back covered in dog bites. His scared but gentle and friendly personality quickly made him a staff favorite as he spent the holidays in the shelter. Bear then became super lucky and has been in a loving foster home since March 2024, where he is described as the "perfect guest".

Bear is a great dog! He is super friendly with all people, with a mellow personality, never whining or barking, and previously lived with kids and a cat. He DOES get along with other dogs when meeting them, but because of his past trauma, should not live with them. Bear is easily won over with some treats, which he loves and is food-motivated. Bear prefers to play rather than walk – playing with balls