Pet of the Week: Fergie

By Allison Roesser

Apr. 22, 2015:  A playful and happy girl, Fergie will wag her tail all day long. This one-year-old Australian shepherd/collie mix is as smart as she is beautiful.

Fergie is always up for a good time. She is the first to start playing and the last to quit. She will enthusiastically chase any ball thrown her way but doesn't see why she needs to return it to you; if you wanted the ball so badly, why did you throw it away in the first place, is Fergie's logic.

Trips to the dog park, hiking, and rides in the car are among Fergie's favorite activities. She has a gentile way about her and will carefully take treats from your hand when offered. Fergie loves all people and dogs and she is already housebroken. She is pretty much the whole perfect pooch-package and will make a fabulous family pet.

Fergie is in excellent health, has been spayed, and is up to date with all of her vaccinations. She is ready and waiting for a family to adopt her and give her the happy ending she deserves. Her adoption donation is $250. For more information or to meet Fergie, please fill out an application on the Pet Rescue website at www.NY-Petrescue.org.

Pet Rescue requires that all potential adopters fill out an adoption application prior to meeting with the dogs and cats in their care. To expedite the process, please make a note that you learned about Fergie through MyhometownBronxville.

Pet Rescue has many dogs and cats in need of homes. Even if you are not quite ready to adopt, please still consider filling out an application. The website is updated daily and some of the animals they feature, especially the puppies, can be adopted very quickly. Becoming pre-approved can help ensure that you have a better chance of being matched with your first-choice dog or cat.

Not ready to adopt? Find out how you can become a volunteer or foster family for Pet Rescue by visiting its website. You can foster just one time or as often as you like. Pet Rescue provides all medical care, crates, and necessary support. All you need to do is provide food and love for your foster pet. The average commitment for puppies is two weeks. For older dogs and cats, the time commitment varies depending on the size, breed, and age.