Meet Basil.

Trenton, NJ · Adult · Terrier

Listed since Nov 25, 2024. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 4, 2025 · More than a year ago. Ask the rescue to reconfirm details.

In the shelter’s words

Basil is a sweet but shy mixed breed who arrived at EASEL after he was found tied to a fire hydrant, abandoned. He is nervous when first meeting people, but once he warms up he is a total love. He enjoys rolling over for attention, going for walks, and being close to you. Basil is working on his basic commands and his leash skills. Despite his short stature he is about 45lbs and can be strong on leash. Basil would thrive in an adult only home with dog experience. He would love a confident handler who will guide him with structure to help him be the best boy he can be. Basil is improving every day and has even met some dogs who he now plays with! With patience, guidance and routine this boy will be an excellent companion. Basil is estimated to be about two years old and is fully grown. If interested in adopting please apply here --> www.easelnj.org/application-dog/ Adoption by appointment only with an approved adoption application. Please go to www.easelnj.org/adopt to submit an adoption application. Someone will be in touch within 48 hours.

RescueGroups record ID: 21080072

What this home needs

• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: No”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Still to ask the shelter

  other dogs · cats · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:04 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:04 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.