Meet Blake, Shelter Pet of the Week

Blake is a gorgeous, medium-sized, male German shepherd pup with a short, black-tan-and-white coat of fur at the Town of Islip Animal Shelter who's just waiting to find his forever home filled with much love and care to spare.

Blake is a young German shepherd with a very strong play/work drive.

"He loves to play with toys and chase balls. He's not overly food motivated," according to shelter staff.

"Blake needed some minor surgery to remove an abcess when he came in so he might need some follow-up care," the staff said.

He's already been neutered, and is up-to-date with routine shots. He also prefers a home without other dogs, noted staff.

"He'll definitely need an owner with German shepherd or working dog experience. Please come to the shelter and meet Blake," the shelter urged.

For more information about Blake, call the TOI Animal Shelter at 631-224-5660, e-mail the shelter, log onto the Facebook page, or visit the website. Blake's tag number is 307.

Be sure to click the images to see Blake up close. Or simply go to meet him. The shelter’s open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.