Smithtown Adoptable Pets Of The Week: Samson And Delilah

SMITHTOWN, NY — Samson, an 8-year-old male boxer pit mix, and Delilah, a 10-year-old female pit mix, are the Smithtown Animal Shelter's Pets of the Week.

"These two loves were found abandoned in a park after their previous owner sadly passed away," the shelter wrote in a statement. "Samson and Delilah absolutely adore each other, and we would love for them to find a furrever home together, but they can be separated if need be. Both of these mushes love people, and are very friendly and gentle."

Delilah has chronic dry eye and skin allergies, and she will require a home that can properly manage her conditions, according to the shelter. She has a dominant personality and does not accept other dogs with the exception of Samson, with who she gets along well with.

"Samson and Delilah deserve a wonderful home that they can share their love with forever and ever," the shelter wrote.

If you are interested in meeting Samson and/or Delilah, you can call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with them 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.

The Smithtown Animal Shelter said it must continue to practice social distancing, safety guidance and indoor mask guidelines to best protect the animals and staff. While it is open to the public, the shelter asks that people call ahead to schedule an appointment.

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 an extended time. Potential fosters need to have no other pets or young children in the home.

If interested, download the Foster Application here.