Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Patrick "The Perfect Pup"

SMITHTOWN, NY —Patrick, nicknamed "the perfect pup," was named Smithtown Animal Shelter’s Pet of the Week. He is a 1-year-old pit bull and terrier mix.

Patrick was found tied to a tree in a nearby park and brought to the shelter by a good Samaritan. Known as a goofy, high-energy pup, he loves toys, attention, and running around the shelter's outside play area. He already knows some commands like 'sit,' 'wait,' 'paw,' and 'speak.'

Patrick has only been in the shelter for a short time, but he’s already made a big impression on staff and volunteers because of his affectionate and playful demeanor. He previously lived in a home with cats, and he’s excellent with kids. The shelter believes he would be a great addition to most homes.

If you are interested in meeting Patrick, call the shelter ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with him in a domestic setting, which includes the Meet and Greet Room, the dog runs, and a Dog Walk trail. Family-Pet meet and greets and at-home interactions are also welcome and an integral part of the adoption process.

Walk-In Hours at Smithtown Animal Shelter are currently Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sundays are by appointment only.

To inquire about the Pet of the Week or to meet your potential soulmate, call the Smithtown Animal & Adoption Center at 631-360-7575.

The Smithtown Animal Shelter's primary concern is finding the perfect home for each animal that finds his/her way to it. The Animal Control Officers at the Smithtown Animal Shelter will go out of their way to ensure both the rescued and rescuer are made for one another. If you have other pets, you can arrange to bring your four-legged family member into the shelter or they can set up an at-home meet & greet to see how your prospective new addition does with other family members, pets or the household itself.