Adopt Don't Shop - Philly & SNJ

05/12/2024

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04/12/2024

Don't forget to bring your furry friend to the shelter on December 22nd, 1-4 for photos with Santa!

04/12/2024

💔🆘 Please help Layla if you can 🆘💔

Layla has rescue placement!

‼️URGENT‼️👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments👈

Layla ACCT-A-208137 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to medical concerns. Layla must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6TH at 10AM. Should Layla’s medical or behavioral status change, her urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Layla is a 2-year-old female German Shepherd who was found as a stray on November 30th. The finder noted that Layla was "scared and couldn’t walk." She was quickly assessed by our medical team, who observed that she was lethargic, emaciated, muscle-wasted, and hypothermic, requiring urgent medical attention. Layla was transferred to an offsite hospital for treatment and was able to return to the shelter the following day. However, her PCV has continued to drop, and she urgently needs placement with a rescue partner who can provide the ongoing care necessary for her recovery. Layla has been very sweet, allowing pets, handling, and restraint, though she becomes a little snappy with certain types of medical handling. Due to her medical concerns, Layla is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner.

NOTES:
During a triage exam on 11/30, staff noted that Layla’s eyes, ears, nose, and teeth were clean. She had live fleas but no hair loss and could hold her head up but did not try to walk. Layla was quiet, alert, and responsive, but was also dull, depressed, and lethargic. She was emaciated, muscle wasted, and hypothermic. Staff noted: “Did well with all handling and restraint. Food motivated, liked all food offered. PCV 36, TS 5, 25G IV catheter placed on RH, temp not able to read, said "low".”

Per staff 11/30: Presented to the back office as a stray, severely emaciated and dehydrated. Despite her severe condition, Layla still has a will to live, and devoured the food I offered her. She was very sweet and allowed me to place an IV catheter in her leg without any trouble. Layla has been transferred to offsite hospital for emergency care.

When speaking with staff at the offsite hospital on the evening of 12/30, shelter staff noted “PCV is 21. Layla did try to bite staff there when trying to take her BP and temp.”

Per offsite hospital 12/1: On examination she was emaciated and dehydrated. Full bloodwork was performed which showed moderate non-regenerative (or pre-regenerative) anemia and a low albumin level. A Parvo test was performed after she had diarrhea here which was negative. Layla was admitted to the hospital and started on IV fluids and a refeeding plan. Recheck electrolytes were performed this morning to monitor for refeeding syndrome and were normal. A phosphorous level was also normal. Her PCV was static from admit. This morning she defecated a more formed stool that was melena and contained moving worms (suspect tapeworm segments but roundworms not ruled out). She was given a Drontal Plus. She has been eating very well for us and is bright and alert. You have elected to transfer her back to ACCT for ongoing care.

She was prescribed omeprazole and sucralfate, along with being placed on a refeeding plan.

On 12/2, Layla received a recheck. Her hematocrit, reticulocytes, WBC, creatinine, albumin, and ALT were all love. Her PCV was 18 and her TS was 4.8. They determined she had non-regenerative anemia and leukopenia. They added amoxicillin-clavulanate to her treatment plan.

VIDEOS:
Sweet Layla isn’t feeling her best: https://youtube.com/shorts/Va5qCYY0RG0?feature=share

Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details.

If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/

Confirmed placement is considered a confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent.

All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open-intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly's Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313.

04/12/2024

💔🆘 Please help these kitties if you can 🆘💔

Update- Leander is STILL IN NEED and needs help TOMORROW 12/5! 🚨

Scarlet Hiss was ADOPTED ❤️

‼️ 2 TIMESTAMPS IN NEED ‼️ Sandman has confirmed foster picking up Thursday morning. Also has a backup offer of foster!

**$590 in pledges to any rescue that may pull!**
**Multiple interested fosters through rescue **

Scarlet Hiss ACCT-A-177930 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to behavioral concerns. Scarlet must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER or ADOPTER by WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4TH at 10AM. Should Scarlet's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Scarlet is one of ACCT's longest cat residents, and he came to us after his owner moved out, leaving him in the basement. Despite the best efforts from his friends at the shelter, Scarlet is not faring any better behaviorally than when he first arrived.
Behavioral memos:

10/12 Attempted check in, P has been here for several days with no behavior improvement. Lunging at hands, hissing, growling, stiff posture, dilated pupils, etc.

10/18 Will swat, hiss, and spit. Very dilated pupils. Very fearful.

11/21 Scarlet hissed at me when I initially knelt down by his kennel and continued to do so when I pulled back the sheet covering the kennel. He tried to swat at me through the bars and began growling when I tried to open the kennel door.

12/1 No Behavioral improvement, hissing, ears back, swatting, will scratch, terrified/fearful. Unable to do any handling whatsoever, difficult to provide care.
While it can be incredibly rewarding to watch a cat come out of their shell after periods of patient attempts to befriend, it's very disheartening to see a cat, week after week, for almost two months, remain so fearful and reactive. We don't think keeping Scarlet Hiss here any longer is the kindest thing for him.

We would love to see this guy take all the time he needs to decompress in a quiet home and learn about how he grew into the perfect lap cat. But we know it might not be that simple. We would love for someone to step up and take a chance on Scarlet, even if he decides he does not want to be a lap cat.

Video:

Scarlet Hiss, part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxD8PNMYM1A

Scarlet Hiss, part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHe4z7YsoVk

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$100 in pledges to any rescue that may pull!**

Sandman ACCT-A-207630 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to medical concerns. Sandman must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER, FOSTER, or ADOPTER by THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5TH at 10AM. Should Sandman’s medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Sandman was brought to the shelter as a stray on November 21st. The finder was unable to contact the owner on his collar, so they brought him to the shelter for medical treatment. At first, he was a bit stressed and fractious, but he has since shown us how friendly he truly is! Sandman might have been through some sleepless nights on the streets, but with the right love he’ll be resting easy in no time. Sandman has been diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection and hyperthyroidism which both require treatment. Though he’s a bit rough around the edges right now, with some care and attention, he’ll become the loving companion he’s meant to be. Due to his medical concerns, Sandman is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner, foster, or adopter.

MEDICAL:

On 11/2, Sandman was diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection (URI) and started on medication. His bloodwork revealed hyperthyroidism and mild hyperglobulinemia. He was prescribed methimazole for his hyperthyroidism and doxycycline for his URI. If adopted, Sandman should have a follow-up with an outside vet in 3-4 weeks for repeat bloodwork, or sooner if he is not doing well.

On 11/26, Sandman was noted to have abdominal effort and received a vet exam. He was very sweet, purring throughout the exam, but did not allow the vet to examine his mouth. His corneas were clouded, but there were no other concerns. Thoracic and abdominal x-rays were performed, which were unremarkable. His blood was drawn for a full panel of bloodwork.

During his intake exam on 11/23, Sandman’s ears were slightly dirty, he had heavy staining on his teeth and a bump on his gum, and he had a small spot of hair loss on his neck, but no fleas. He was bright, alert, responsive, and fractious.

During a triage exam on 11/21, Sandman was very vocal, and although initially friendly, he became moderately fractious shortly into the exam. His eyes had mild discharge and clouded lenses, and he was also underweight. He was prescribed gabapentin to help him settle and allow for further examination.

BEHAVIOR:

Per staff 12/2: Sandman is clearly not feeling well right now. He is very congested and when I pet him I could feel all the bones in his spine. He leaned his head into my hand for pets.

Per staff 11/25: Extremely friendly and loves pets. A very sweet gentleman!!

Per finder: Friendly, scared, aggressive.

VIDEOS:
Meet Sandman: https://youtube.com/shorts/JLm4xP-DxnY?feature=share

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**$235 in pledges for any rescue that may pull!**

Leander ACCT-A-208099 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to medical concerns. Leander must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER by THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5TH at 10AM. Should Leander's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Leander was surrendered to ACCT when his owners suspected a urinary blockage, since he suffered one in the past. When our medical staff examined him, we found his bladder to be large and firm, and we were unable to express it.

Leander urgently needs to leave with a rescue that can provide the medical services beyond ACCT's capacity.

Leander will likely need to be unblocked and put on a prescription diet long-term. Some cats with urinary crystals do not require surgical intervention, or perineal urethrostomy (PU surgery) but the need for that cannot be ruled out at this time.

Medical notes:

11/30 Pt BAR. No abnormalities found on PE except for baseball sized bladder that is firm but not hard, unable to express.

Bloodwork and radiographs are available upon request.

We have seen Leander urinate in our care, but he is unable to fully express his bladder. In his kennel, he is incredibly affectionate, rolling around, rubbing against the kennel door, purring, and eating well. We are hopeful that his owners caught this at a crucial point, and that Leander can make a full recovery with proper medical management, avoiding the sometimes terribly sharp decline of a full urinary blockage.

Video:+

Leander loves love: https://youtube.com/shorts/_c0IgivW4R8

04/12/2024

💔🆘 Please help Zoomy if you can 🆘💔

‼️ Zoomy must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER or ADOPTER by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6TH at 10AM.‼️

*New notes and video*
Zoomy ACCT-A-180399 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Zoomy must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER or ADOPTER by THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5TH at 10AM. Should Zoomy’s medical or behavioral status change, her urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Meet Zoomy! A high-energy sweetheart with a love for playtime and a big appetite for life (and treats)! Zoomy was found tied up at a recreation center, along with another dog, on November 11th. This wiggly girl adores people and thrives on interaction, whether she’s zooming around the room, playing tug with her favorite toys, or cuddling up for some love! Zoomy trades toys easily and shows off playful growls during tug-of-war, making playtime with her extra fun. She is very food-motivated and eager to please, though tossing treats works best for her right now as she works to get back to a healthy weight. Due to her snatchiness, she would do best in a home where any children are over the age of 12. Zoomy is looking for a home where she can be the only dog due to some dog selectivity and reactivity displayed at the shelter. Currently in need of a little TLC to help her reach a healthy weight, Zoomy is ready to find a special someone who can match her energy and give her the love and care she deserves. If you’re looking for an active, playful companion, Zoomy is the gal for you! Due to her length of stay, Zoomy is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner or adopter.

BEHAVIOR:
*NEW* Per volunteer 11/30: Zoomy is a sweet, affectionate girl that enjoys snuggles and pets. She put her paws in my lap and we snuggled for several minutes. It seems like she would enjoy laying in a sunny, cozy spot in your home. She knows sit and is treat motivated. She would probably benefit from a harness because she pulls pretty strong on the leash. In the run she sat and watched some birds and honestly was ready to go back inside because it was cold (I don’t blame her!)
She did not appear to mind dogs at a distance when I spent time with her and she was able to be redirected when called.

Per staff 11/30: I took Zoomy out for a dog meet without a barrier. She was easy to remove from kennel and walked pretty well on leash. She did not react to a dog in a play yard that we walked past when we first got outside, and did not react to Slick from a distance. We proceeded to a walk along and since her body language was loose, we did a face meet, at which point she snarled. However, she was quickly redirected and was loose and allowing handling. She gently jumped up on me for pets. Slick was then able to walk past her again without issue. I had no problems returning her to kennel.
Per volunteer 11/30: Interested in other dogs. Super sweet! Knows sit.

Per volunteer 11/29: Zoomy is the sweetest lady! She was thrilled to go outside with me. Staff recommended her as a great runner and she really is! She loves to run and she loves to stop for pets. Zoomy was no trouble to leash, doesn’t pull, returned inside easily. She’s the best!
Per volunteer 11/27: So, so sweet. Pulls on regular leash. Turned it into a harness and so easy to walk then.
Per volunteer 11/25: Sweet, pulls a little on leash, loves to jump.
Per staff 11/24: Good girl, likes to jump.

Per staff 11/22: Very dog reactive during her dog meet today. when seeing other dogs in the distance Zoomy would start hard barking, lunging on leash, and fixating. When trying a fence meet Zoomy escalated very quickly and began to snarl, snap and react to the other dog.
Per volunteer 1116: Pully. Likes pets. Very good girl.

Per volunteer 11/15: Zoomy was a very friendly girl that readily came to me to get petted. She was highly treat motivated. Zoomy pulls on the leash. She behaved well through the fence with another dog. She is a very happy girl.
Per volunteer 11/13: Fence meet was barks + charge fence - excitement. Food focus. Tries to escape while leashing (excitement). Mouthy with treats - hungry.

11/12 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Stray - police pick up
KENNEL PRESENTATION:
Zoomy was laying on her bed when I approached her kennel. SHe got right up with soft eyes and low wags and came to the door. She tried to dart out when I opened the door, but when I stopped her she backed up and waited. She was easy to leash and came right out.
LEASH SKILLS:
Pulled moderately
HANDLING:
In the room Zoomy was focused on finding treats and food! She is a hungry girl! She's pretty snatchy, so tossing treats works best for her. Zoomy was social and wiggly in the room with the handlers. She allowed all handling with no issues, and even allowed me to bear hug her when checking her teeth. She enjoyed playing tug with some toys, and did some play growls while we played. She traded easily for a treat. When engaging in play she zoomed around the room and had a blast running around. She's aptly named! Overall, Zoomy is a high energy girl that needs some food and love.
PLAY:
Engaged in play
TOYS:
Traded for treats. Play growled when playing tug.

MEDICAL:
On 11/19, Zoomy was diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection (URI) or "doggy cold" and started on medication. She tested positive for pneumovirus, but has since tested negative.

On 11/12, she received a vet exam for her weight and skin issues. She was emaciated which could have multiple causes including being malnourished, intestinal parasites, or a metabolic condition. She also had a fractured canine tooth and superficial skin wounds which were starting to heal. She was prescribed an antibiotic for her skin, extra feedings to help her gain weight, a dewormer, and flea preventative which she should be kept on year round to limit her skin issues. If her fractured tooth ends up bothering her in the future, it may need to be removed. As of 11/15, she was gaining weight appropriately, so the most likely causes would be malnourishment or parasites.

During her intake exam on 11/11, Zoomy was noted to be underweight, had tartar buildup on her teeth, and her right arm was sticking out but she did not appear to be in pain. She also had dandruff and a small wound on her hip.

VIDEOS:
*NEW* Meet Zoomy: https://youtu.be/Z7u637BphPw
Zoomy receiving pets: https://youtube.com/shorts/JA_alya_iC4?feature=share
Zoomy walking with Slick: https://youtu.be/zMkI3GdI8yA
Zoomy getting pets: https://youtu.be/AOXJCrPfMK8
Zoomy and Slick Meet: https://youtu.be/_mXoW71bQxQ
Video of a bad fence meet with another dog available upon request

Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details.

If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/

Confirmed placement is considered a confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent.

All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open-intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly's Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313.

04/12/2024

💔🆘 Please help Sir if you can 🆘💔

*adopted

Sir ACCT-A-180477 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Sir must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER, FOSTER, or ADOPTER by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6TH at 10AM. Should Sir’s medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Sir is a wiggly and excited boy who is looking for his adventure partner! Sir was found as a stray and dropped at the shelter on 11/12. Since being here he's been quite stressed in the kennel life but outside shows us that he loves to romp and run! Sir loves to chase tennis balls and never bring them back for fetch, but he has a blast either way. Sir has had good dog meets while at the shelter and could do well with a dog who can match his energy level and play with him. If you have any dogs at home, please bring them along for a meet. Because of his overarousal and energy, Sir is looking for a home where any children are over the age of 12. Due to his length of stay, Sir is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner, foster, or adopter.

BEHAVIOR:

Per Volunteer 12/1/24:
Sir had a great meet with Manny! They are both pretty jumpy and high energy with play, but he was tolerant to the jumpiness and they seemed to take turns. At points seemed like they maybe wanted to hump one another with their legs starting to wrap around the other but they were very loose and easy to separate. He knows sit and paw and takes treats super gently! Energetic boy, but very well behaved. Did great with the photoshoot and putting a bandana on. No issues going back in- he wanted to say hi to all the dogs!

Per volunteer 12/1: Very good boy, loves play.

Per volunteer 11/30: Friendly in passing with barking dog. Super energetic and playful, some leash biting.

Per staff 11/29: Likes to play. Good boy.

Per volunteer 11/27: So fun. Energetic. Playful. Knows sit.

Per staff 11/26: Loves toys, super sweet.

Per staff 11/25: Loves toys

Per volunteer 11/17: Social, wiggly, and play bows. Energetic and playful. Very friendly.

Per volunteer 11/16: Puppy energy, loose and friendly, good response to fence meet with reactive dog.

Per volunteer 11/16: Sir was easy to leash and then barged right out of the kennel very excitedly! He zigzags when he walks and pulls quite a bit so I would recommend a harness. He’s an excited boy and very playful. He met another dog through the fence and was very wiggly and loose. While he has a lot of energy that seems to be pent up he was much more calm after a nice walk and sniff around the neighborhood. He got a little overstimulated at one point and started mouthing my f***y pack and seemed like he was attempting to mount my leg but I said no and pulled the leash away and he immediately stopped. He was really good on leash towards the end of the walk so it seems like he might just be struggling with kennel life. Very wiggly!

Per volunteer 11/14: Great pup, pulls some.

11/13 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION:

KENNEL PRESENTATION:

When approaching Sir in kennel he was sitting on his bed with soft eyes, mid-level wags. He did some excited jumps when he saw the handler. When the handler opened the kennel, he was eager to exit but still allowed for easy leashing and exited easily.

LEASH SKILLS:

He pulls on leash and is VERY strong.

HANDLING:

Sir is a very excitable boy! In the room he was social with both of us, darting back and forth for attention. He allowed all over handling and would lean in when petting him but remained very aroused and could lack manners and get jumpy. He took treats gently and showed knowledge of sit! He would benefit from an active home where he can get more training and lots of exercise.

PLAY:

Engages in play. Lots of energy!

TOYS:

Interest but does not take possession

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Running team

MEDICAL:

On 11/19, Sir was diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection (URI) or "doggy cold" and started on medication. He tested positive for pneumovirus, but has since tested negative.

On 11/13, Sir was prescribed a course of trazodone due to his high arousal and likelihood to deteriorate in the shelter environment without medication.

During his intake exam on 11/12, staff noted that Sir’s eyes were red and puffy. His ears and nose were clean and his teeth were pretty white, with pink and moist gums. His coat and skin were clean with dandruff and he smelled like urine.

VIDEOS:
Sir knows sit and paw: https://youtu.be/iARKLblOH5w

Sir loves to romp: https://youtu.be/yOoxoisy--Q

Snuggly Sir: https://youtube.com/shorts/mjGvAhRfjqU?feature=share

Sir : https://youtu.be/cbgI64KAkwY

Manny and Sir Dog Meet: https://youtu.be/CMGfPURS3tQ?si=XKAamwMOKupvHesu

Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details.

If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/

Confirmed placement is considered a confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent.

All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open-intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly's Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313.

04/12/2024

💔🆘 Please help Raya if you can 🆘💔

Raya ACCT-A-115707 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Raya must have confirmed placement with an ADOPTER or RESCUE PARTNER by Friday, December 6th by 10:00 am. Should Raya’s medical or behavioral status change, her urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

Raya is a fun-loving, playful pup who’s ready to bring joy to her forever home. She’s easy to leash, appears housetrained, and enjoys a nice walk, often staying close by your side. Tennis balls are Raya’s true passion—she lights up at the sight of one! Whether it’s chasing, fetching, or playfully running off with a ball, Raya turns every moment into a game. She loves gathering her collection of balls and deciding which one to play with next.

Raya also adores attention and affection, happily rolling over for belly rubs and leaning in for pets. She knows how to sit for treats and takes them gently. While her playful energy can sometimes get the best of her, Raya is eager to please and would thrive in a home where she can enjoy both playtime and calm moments with her people. Raya is looking for a home without kids due to her selectiveness/reactivity towards dogs. At the shelter, she showed selectivity towards dogs but did well in small bursts, she would need slow introductions with other animals. If you’re looking for a loving companion who will keep you smiling, Raya is ready to meet you!

On 11/17 Raya was given an intake exam and noted to have waxy ears, moderate tartar on her canine teeth, but was overall in good health.

On 11/22 Raya was diagnosed with a doggy cold and placed on antibiotics for treatment.

NOTES:

On 11/29 per volunteer: This dog is so much fun! She was quiet in her kennel but high energy outside and is ready to PLAY! She loved chasing balls and would happily do it for hours. She accepts trades and would sit and wait until I threw the next ball. She is just so joyful when playing, she will run and romp with you and would love a human who likes to play and/or exercise! She has a unique brown/grey coat. She is reactive towards other dogs but easy to redirect with a ball or toy. She was surrendered by her owner who didn’t have enough time to meet her needs but who had only good things to say about her. She’s a sweet girl who is ready for her next adventure!

On 11/28 per staff: Raya is a sweet and well behaved girl! She tried to dodge the leash once or twice then allowed me to easily leash her and hopped right out. She pulls moderately on leash, but it’s very manageable. Likes toys! She found a ball on our walk and carried it inside with her. We then gave her some pop loaf for Thanksgiving and this goofy girl was trying to eat the loaf with the ball still in her mouth! It wasn’t working but she kept trying. We took a Thanksgiving group photo and she sat very nicely with all of us for a group photo in between people she didn’t know. Loves chasing toys and romping around! We went to the play yard and she was a lot of fun and keeps herself entertained. She turned it into a game when I went to get her leash to walk her inside- super playful girl! No issues returning to kennel.

On 11/24 per volunteer: Raya was easy to leash and remove from the kennel. She appears housetrained. Once she got outside, Raya went to the bathroom a number of times. Raya was easy to walk, mostly walking close to me. Raya showed her playful side the moment she spotted a tennis ball. Raya found a tennis ball in the parking lot and excitedly pulled toward it. She picked it up and was ready to play fetch. I took her into the covered run, and she couldn't get enough chasing tennis balls. Sometimes, she returned the ball and dropped it at my feet. Other times, she traded one ball for another. And then there were times when Raya would run up to me with a ball, and, in a playful and teasing manner, she would quickly run from me. Raya would find herself surrounded by tennis balls, and she would spend several seconds delightfully trying to figure which ball to take. Raya also liked being pet all over. She would roll onto her back for belly rubs. Raya knows how to sit for treats. I had no issues returning Raya to her kennel.

On 11/21 per staff: Raya got out for some one on one time today! She was curled up on her blanket when I approached, but jumped right up with mid level wags when I called her. She was patient for leashing and came right out once secured. In the room she hung out close to me and bounced around happily. She allowed all handling, but did get a little tense around her right ear. She never escalated, and the ear felt a little tough/thick so she may just have a little sensitivity. Raya was playful and sweet, and put her head right in my lap for pets. When it was time to go back to kennel she climbed right in and waited patiently for me to take my leash off!

On 11/19 per staff: During Raya's dog meet she was very forward and wiggly. She did well meeting the other dog but at times would stiffen and get avoidant and lip lick. She would overcorrect the other dog quickly when interacting, but did ok in small spurts. Would need a slow introduction to any resident animals.

On 11/18 per staff: BEHAVIOR EVALUATION

KNOWN HISTORY:
Owned, per owners reactive on leash

KENNEL PRESENTATION:
When the handler approached Raya was hard barking at a dog passing by with a volunteer on the backside. The handler called her to the front and she alert barked and had neutral eyes with a high wagging tail. Allowed for easy leashing and exited without issue.

LEASH SKILLS:
Pulls moderately

HANDLING:
In the room Raya was very aroused and would try to self soothe with toys. She was panting heavily and would run around throwing and chewing toys and would grunt and growl with them in her mouth, appearing frustrated at times. She allowed all handling without issue, but did not solicit and was all over the place- getting distracted and running off quickly. Took treats gently and showed knowledge of sit.

PLAY:
Engaged in play, loves to zoom around!

TOYS:
Engaged with toys most of the time while outside. Would run around with them in her mouth, throw them in the air and chew on them. She accepted trades but was snatchy at times.

COLOR LEVEL & ANY RECOMMENDATIONS:
Blue

On 11/17 per owner:
She's very friendly, excitable, needs a lot of attention
Mostly housetrained
High energy
Knows: sit, stay, down, stop, come

VIDEOS:

Raya multitasking: https://youtu.be/LjaH_U6nszc

Raya and her toy!: https://youtube.com/shorts/yOp8ch2Gaxk?feature=share

Raya and Maple fence meet: https://youtube.com/shorts/7U63jaJGCGQ?feature=share

Raya and Maple meet: https://youtube.com/shorts/kLACvmlr7Ao?feature=share

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All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly’s Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313