Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Zane Is A Smart Dog, Grade-A Cuddler

PORT WASHINGTON, NY — For those looking to adopt a pet, a great place to look for your new family member is at the Town of North Hempstead Animal Shelter. The facility, located at 75 Marino Ave. in Port Washington, houses dozens of dogs — and all of them need a furever home.

At Patch, we round up a list of adoptable dogs for a series called "Patch's Adoptable Pets of the Week." This week, no new dogs came to the shelter — so we decided to shine the spotlight on just one resident pooch. His name is Zane.

The dog-only shelter is facilitating adoptions by appointment only. An appointment can be made by calling 516-869-6311. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday (except holidays) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

ZANE

Info from the shelter:

Zane is a 5-year-old Terrier/Hound mix that came to the shelter from an overcrowded shelter in Texas through The Shelter Connection's Rescue program. Zane started off shy, but has blossomed into a fun-loving and affectionate boy — you can even say he's charming!

He loves to go for walks, is quickly learning his commands, and is having a blast playing on the agility course. Zane loves the outdoors, but is happiest cuddling up next to you — he thinks he's a lap dog!

We were told by the previous shelter that he gets along well with female dogs but have not been able to dog test him yet at the shelter. A meeting would be required with any other dogs in the home at the shelter.