Tucks
AGE / WEIGHT: 1.5 years old / 53 lbs
GENDER: Male
ENERGY: Moderate
GOOD WITH: Dogs - Yes, Kids - Yes, Cats - TBD
ABOUT ME: I'm a big guy who is somehow still a total puppy, and I'd like to be part of everything you do. Found my favorite window on day one, and I watch the courtyard from it like it's my job. I take squeaky toys very seriously and destroy them with pride. After a good walk I'll flop down wherever, then come put my head in your lap. And the head-in-your-lap thing? Not optional.
MY FOSTER SAYS: "He loves giving gentle kisses and resting his big head on you whenever he has the chance. Cannot stress enough how much of a gentle giant he is!"
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Originally from the USVI, Tucks was attacked by a group of dogs and abandoned by his owner, arriving at the shelter in critical condition and nearly septic. His injuries required four days of emergency veterinary care, and he has since healed well. He traveled to Brooklyn in late March 2026.
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Tucks is a big, handsome young dog who is completely convinced he's still a puppy, and he's not entirely wrong. He is warm, goofy, and unambiguously affectionate, the kind of dog who parks himself beside you while you work and rests his head in your lap like he's been doing it for years. He greets people like he's been personally waiting for them all day.
Named after the irreverent New Orleans Mardi Gras krewe, Tucks brings the same sense of humor and commitment to a good time. He takes squeaky toys very seriously and destroys them with pride, claims the best window in the apartment to watch the courtyard, and has been known to flop down on the elevator floor to cool off in front of a delighted audience.
He's a moderate-to-active dog who needs a real outlet for his energy. Leash manners are a work in progress; he's strong and pulls with enthusiasm, and a head halter is helping while he learns. He's smart, trainable, and responds well to clear, consistent boundaries. Recently settled with a new foster, he's still finding his full stride, so his adopter should expect a short adjustment period.
Tucks is gentle and sweet with people and does well with children, though given his size and enthusiasm a home without very young kids might be the safest fit. He's social but can be selective with other dogs: he's clicked easily with some and needed a careful, slower introduction with others, so any dog in the home should be a considered match. His experience with cats isn't known yet.
He's had more than enough hardship in his short life. What's left is a sweet, silly, all-in kind of dog. -
Tucks is up-to-date on required vaccinations, is neutered, and microchipped.
He tested positive for heartworm and still requires treatment. If Tucks is adopted prior to treatment, Badass will cover the cost of care. If you think Tucks might be a good fit for your home, we can share more details regarding his heartworm treatment plan