Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Tyson

SMITHTOWN, NY — Tyson, a 3-year-old male Labrador mix, was named the Smithtown Animal Shelter's Pet of the Week. He is a fun-loving dog, according to the shelter.

"Sadly, his dad, a 9/11 first responder and hero, has fallen too ill to properly care for this sweet boy," the shelter wrote in an email. "We’re hoping to do right by both of them, in finding a hero family who will shower Tyson with unconditional love. This very sweet and energetic pup knows his basic commands, adores to play fetch and run around outside!"

Tyson is an outgoing, social dog who begs for the attention of every new person he meets, the shelter said. He would thrive as the only pet in the home, without small children.

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

Due to the coronavirus, the Smithtown Animal Shelter has had to restrict public access to confirmed adoption appointments and animal/wildlife rescue. Hours are currently Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays and Wednesday evenings 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. Please allow yourself an hour minimum to meet with your potential new family member.

The shelter is also seeking foster volunteers. Foster parents provide temporary care for cats, kittens and dogs in their own homes. Some animals need as little as two weeks of care, while others may need care for extended time.

If interested, download the Foster Application here.

The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation will hold a low-cost spay/neuter mobile clinic at the Smithtown Animal Shelter on Sept. 23, Oct. 7, Oct. 21, Nov. 4, Nov. 18, and Dec. 2. To book appointments, please call 631-566-8870.