Shanghai

Meet Shanghai - the silliest snugglebug there ever was!<br/><br/>Shanghai is an approximately 3 year old and nearly 50lbs pittie mix who has embraced learning what it means to a happy house pup <br/><br/>Not much is known of her life before she was rescued from a locked car in the Bronx and brought to the Manhattan ACC. Though very scared at first, she quickly warmed up to staff and volunteers and eventually stole the heart of a particular staff who volunteered to foster her.<br/><br/>She has been settling into her new life quickly, thriving in a cozy quiet environment with a predictable routine. She has discovered her love of duvet blankets and never hesitates to resume her rightful place in the middle of a queen-sized bed, head resting on her foster mom. However she's happy to be cozy anywhere and rests comfortably in her crate any time of day, especially when provided with enrichment like a snuffle ball or peanut butter-filled Kong. She also loves toys of all kinds - she prefers to play solo but will appreciate a round of fetch from time to time.<br/><br/>WALKS: Shanghai is truly a homebody and is still learning how to be comfortable in the outside world, so she sometimes finds walks outside overwhelming. She is house-trained and knows to potty outside, but has had accidents when feeling overwhelmed or frustrated - feelings she's learning to work through!<br/><br/>Recently she has become more interested in taking in the sights and smells of Brooklyn in small doses, and benefits greatly from decompression time in her crate afterwards. She may sometimes freeze in her tracks to take it all in or decide to cut the walk short herself, but is not reactive towards people, dogs, or even street cats. With encouragement and treats she has already made a lot of progress, though she is still learning her leash manners and how to ignore street snacks.<br/><br/>PEOPLE/PETS: She is actually highly interested in meeting other pups, but does not quite yet have the social skills to make a welcoming first impression - she comes on a little strong which other dogs can perceive as awkward.<br/><br/>When it comes to meeting new people, slow introductions in small doses (with treats!) does the trick. She's cautious but curious. Due to the fact that she can startle, she is not recommended around children.<br/><br/>TRAINING: Shanghai has mastered ‘sit,' and is quickly picking up more commands such as ‘come here,' ‘leave it,' and ‘okay' (before jumping up onto furniture). She is also fully crate-trained and does great in there for the duration of a workday. She can be prone to becoming hyper-aroused after walks or when her foster mom comes home, but has made great strides learning how to self-regulate her big feelings.<br/><br/>She may be shy at first but it's only because she is waiting for you to show her that you're her protector. Once she trusts you, you'll become her safe place no matter where you go. She's looking for a quiet home where she can worm her way under your covers and cuddle all night - will her be her forever big spoon?

Meet Shanghai - the silliest snugglebug there ever was!

Shanghai is an approximately 3 year old and nearly 50lbs pittie mix who has embraced learning what it means to a happy house pup

Not much is known of her life before she was rescued from a locked car in the Bronx and brought to the Manhattan ACC. Though very scared at first, she quickly warmed up to staff and volunteers and eventually stole the heart of a particular staff who volunteered to foster her.

She has been settling into her new life quickly, thriving in a cozy quiet environment with a predictable routine. She has discovered her love of duvet blankets and never hesitates to resume her rightful place in the middle of a queen-sized bed, head resting on her foster mom. However she's happy to be cozy anywhere and rests comfortably in her crate any time of day, especially when provided with enrichment like a snuffle ball or peanut butter-filled Kong. She also loves toys of all kinds - she prefers to play solo but will appreciate a round of

Meet Shanghai - the silliest snugglebug there ever was!

Shanghai is an approximately 3 year old and nearly 50lbs pittie mix who has embraced learning what it means to a happy house pup

Not much is known of her life before she was rescued from a locked car in the Bronx and brought to the Manhattan ACC. Though very scared at first, she quickly warmed up to staff and volunteers and eventually stole the heart of a particular staff who volunteered to foster her.

She has been settling into her new life quickly, thriving in a cozy quiet environment with a predictable routine. She has discovered her love of duvet blankets and never hesitates to resume her rightful place in the middle of a queen-sized bed, head resting on her foster mom. However she's happy to be cozy anywhere and rests comfortably in her crate any time of day, especially when provided with enrichment like a snuffle ball or peanut butter-filled Kong. She also loves toys of all kinds - she prefers to play solo but will appreciate a round of fetch from time to time.

WALKS: Shanghai is truly a homebody and is still learning how to be comfortable in the outside world, so she sometimes finds walks outside overwhelming. She is house-trained and knows to potty outside, but has had accidents when feeling overwhelmed or frustrated - feelings she's learning to work through!

Recently she has become more interested in taking