Cruz came to the shelter with severe entropion, this is a condition when the eyelid
rolls inward and can be quite painful and cause irritation to the eye. He has since
had a revision surgery to correct this condition, however it was not completely
corrected (which can often happen with these surgeries). He has experienced some
severe irritation which has caused an ulcer on his cornea, the ulcer is so severe that
he may need his eye removed. He would greatly benefit from more specialized care
and consultation with a veterinary ophthalmologist to see what the best next steps
for him are.
Additionally, Cruz is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is
displaying signs of kennel distress and anxiety. This animal would benefit from a
calmer environment and training to be able to cope with changing environments and
separation.
This pretty girl is breathing pretty loudly with some evidence of abnormal upper
airway concerns ("stertor"). This can be due to inflammation, a mass, or foreign
material in the nasal passages; a long soft palate; or issues with the laryngeal
saccules and will require a sedated exam if it doesn't respond to initial treatment for
a respiratory infection. She's hoping for transfer placement by 2/7 at 3pm.
*Buddy Batman is exhibiting signs of arousal and anxiety in the shelter environment
and is having a hard time adapting. *Buddy Batman was nervous when he first
arrived to the shelter. Now, he is showing signs of arousal and stress. He is
becoming increasingly jumpy and mouthy with team members. He is biting and
playing tug with the leash. He is also barrier and leash reactive to dogs but he is a
playgroup candidate with appropriate dogs. Buddy Batman has also been working
with our behavior team to help with his manners, while he is still learning, he is super
treat motivated and eager to learn. He is an energetic pup who needs an outlet for
his frustration and arousal. He would benefit from an environment with less
stimulation and some training to help them cope with over arousing stimuli and
anxiety.
This animal needs placement by 2/7 at 3 PM.
Additionally,This dog was diagnosed with an infectious respiratory disease and
needs to be isolated from other dogs through (2/14) while being treated. Since this
dog is contagious to other dogs, they are not eligible for meet and greets but they
are still available for adoption and foster!
UPDATE: This animal has shown some improvements and is beginning to respond
to interventions provided. The commitment date is being extended to assess if
further improvements will be made with intervention. The commitment date is being
extended from 02/05 to 02/07.
Brownie is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of fear
and kennel distress. This lady is fearful of strangers but has warmed up to some
staff members and volunteers and she's a really sweet lady once she opens up. She
has been seen hard barking and muzzle punching at her kennel door, but has also
been seen relaxing on her bed and enjoying her chew toys. Brownie would benefit
from a quieter place to adjust and become more comfortable with social and
environmental changes.
*Prince Leonidas Rogers is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and
is displaying signs of kennel distress and anxiety. He shows barrier reactivity
including barking and grumbling at some team members but not all. He takes treats
gently. Outside of the kennel, he pulls on leash, allows all handling, and seeks
attention. He is a playgroup candidate. This animal would benefit from a calmer
environment and training to be able to cope with changing environments and
separation.
Molly is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying signs
of kennel distress and anxiety. While in her kennel she is panting, fecal tracking,
jumping and trying to instigate fighting with her neighbors. She is a young pup who
would enjoy an active home to help get her energy out and live her best puppy life!
She is smart and is partaking in daily training sessions with the behavior team, she
loves stuffed toys and cheese. This animal would benefit from a calmer environment
and training to be able to cope with changing environments and separation.
This dog was diagnosed with an infectious respiratory disease and needs to be
isolated from other dogs through (02/07/26) while being treated. Since this dog is
contagious to other dogs, they are not eligible for meet and greets but they are still
available for adoption and foster!
Cindi is not adapting well in a kennel at the shelter and is exhibiting barrier
frustration towards team members and other stimuli. Cindi is now starting to lick the
kennel bars. She has come to out everyday playgroup, but does not enjoy it as
much as getting human interactions. This animal would benefit from a calmer
environment and training to be able to cope with changing environments and
kenneling.
This dog was diagnosed with an infectious respiratory disease and needs to be
isolated from other dogs through 2/8 while being treated.
Since this dog is contagious to other dogs, they are not eligible for meet and greets
but they are still available for adoption and foster!
Minerva is exhibiting signs of arousal and anxiety in the shelter environment and is
having a hard time adapting. Minerva is jumping, whining and trying to dash out of
her kennel. She can be jumpy and mouthy. Outside of the kennel she likes some
treats, is learning manners, and enjoys playgroup with respectful playful dogs. She
is a nervous, sensitive girl. This dog is working with our training team daily on leash
skills, basic obedience, and good manners. This animal would benefit from an
environment with less stimulation and some training to help them cope with over
arousing stimuli and anxiety.
UPDATE: This animal has shown improvement and is responding to interventions
provided. The commitment date has been removed for now however this animal
would still benefit from foster, rescue, or adoption.
Star is not adapting well in a kennel at the shelter and is exhibiting barrier frustration
towards team members and other stimuli. Star has not been here long at the shelter
but is already showing a decline in her behavior. She is a sweet girl who needs out
of the shelter. She loves pets, treats, and to go on walks. She has been giving
interventions from the behavior team and is showing some improvement but would
benefit getting out of the shelter to a nice and loving home. She has a minor bite
history - she snapped at and then left a very small tooth scrape and a team
member's hand when attempting to adjust the leash on her neck. when This animal
would benefit from a calmer environment and training to be able to cope with
changing environments and kenneling.
UPDATE: This animal has shown improvement and is responding to interventions
provided. The commitment date has been removed for now however this animal
would still benefit from foster, rescue, or adoption.
Saint is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of fear and
kennel distress. This animal would benefit from a quieter place to adjust and become
more comfortable with social and environmental changes.
Additionally this dog is being treated for dog bite wounds on his back. He would
benefit from ongoing therapy to ensure they heal appropriately. He has also been
diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) through a cardiologist.
Joe Jack is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying
signs of kennel distress and anxiety. He is a high energy pup who has poor
manners. He needs training and an outlet for his energy. He is silly, loving, and
playful. He has a minor bite history where he caused a tooth scrape to an employee
removing a leash while he was eating. He seeks attention and affection. This animal
would benefit from a calmer environment and training to be able to cope with
changing environments and separation.
Caine is exhibiting signs of arousal and anxiety in the shelter environment and is
having a hard time adapting. Caine is a young, high energy pup who shows jumpy
and mouthy behaviors. He has a minor bite history where he caused a tooth scrape
while being mouthy. He bites at the leash and shows over excitement during
leashing. He has poor manners but is treat motivated and eager to learn. He is a
playgroup candidate. This animal would benefit from an environment with less
stimulation and some training to help them cope with over arousing stimuli and
anxiety. This dog is working with our training team daily on leash skills, basic
obedience, and good manners.
Macho is not adapting well in a kennel at the shelter and is exhibiting barrier
frustration towards team members and other stimuli. Macho was reported to be
aggressive to the person who found him. Here in the shelter he showed barrier
frustration when he first got here, but has since calmed down. He enjoys petting and
is a smart boy. This animal would benefit from a calmer environment and training to
be able to cope with changing environments and kenneling. Due to the severity of
these behaviors, this animal is transfer only and not a foster candidate at this time.
This animal needs placement by 2/7- 3pm
August is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of fear
and kennel distress. He showed fearful defensive behaviors with animal control
officers. August is growling in the kennel and slightly tense. He takes treats gently
when they were offered. Staff has been able to take out and handle. He was slightly
tense when staff went near his head, but otherwise tolerated handling. He was stiff
and tense when collaring. When he is over stimulated or frustrated he jumps up and
bites the leash. He shows on leash reactivity with other dogs. He becomes over
stimulated easily and jumps up on and towards team members. He has also shown
defensive behaviors with veterinary staff.
He is a playgroup candidate with calm dogs. August has been struggling since he
arrived to the shelter and we urgently need to place him in a quieter, less stressful
environment. His arousal and fear make it very difficult to work with and make
progress with in the shelter environment. Due to his multiple behavioral issues, he
would likely do best in a home with an experienced handler and someone with
patience to help him overcome his fear and frustration. He may do best in a home
with no small children.
This dog is working with our training team daily on leash skills, basic obedience, and
good manners. This animal would benefit from a quieter place to adjust and become
more comfortable with social and environmental changes. This animal needs
placement by 2/8 at 3 PM.
Buddy needs treatment for suspected glaucoma which may include enucleation
(removal of eye). He would also benefit from a dental cleaning once his eye is stable.
Baseline bloodwork shows low total T4. Free T4 is currently pending to rule in/out
hypothyroidism. Results can be made available to any interested paw partners.
Benjamin is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying
signs of kennel distress and anxiety. Benjamin was surrendered to us with a history
or resource guarding food. He did passed the food test that was performed here at
the shelter. He was then adopted and then returned due to chasing cats. Since then,
he has been adopted and returned due to anxious behaviors in the home such as
chewing through a wall and growling at children in the home. Staff has been able to
handle with no issues and he has done well with other dogs in our everyday
playgroup. This animal would benefit from a calmer environment and training to be
able to cope with changing environments and separation.
This sweet older man came to the shelter with some skin issues, he is currently
being treated with anti-inflammatories and antibiotics along with medicated baths but
would truly benefit from more specialized care. He is so lovable and is waiting for the
perfect home. He's hoping for transfer placement by 2/6 at 3pm.
Sweet Sugar is exhibiting signs of arousal and anxiety in the shelter environment
and is having a hard time adapting. She is energetic and playful. There was an
incident where she became over stimulated and showed mouthy and jumpy
behaviors that escalated quickly to attempting to bite towards handlers. She was
given time to calm down and was more relaxed and allowed all handling. She pulls
on leash but is very treat motivated. She arrived to the shelter with another dog. We
will continue to evaluate, assess and work with her on these behaviors. She is a
lovely dog who is having a hard time regulating her emotions in the incredibly
stressful shelter setting. This animal would benefit from an environment with less
stimulation and some training to help them cope with over arousing stimuli and
anxiety.
Archie is not adapting well to the shelter environment and is exhibiting signs of fear
and kennel distress. He barks, grumbles, and growls when unfamiliar people
approach his kennel. His fearful and nervous kennel presentation is not an accurate
reflection of his true personality. Archie takes some time to warm up to new people
but is treat-motivated, smart, and friendly once he feels comfortable. He enjoys
playing with toys and is a playgroup candidate. Shelter life has been tough for Archie
once he realizes treats are involved, though, he settles nicely and that nervous
kennel behavior fades away.
Archie’s kennel presentation doesn’t show who he really is. He’s a silly, sweet boy
who just needs a little time to feel safe. He may take a moment to warm up to new
people, but he’s very treat-motivated, smart, and friendly once he’s comfortable.
With patience and positive reinforcement, Archie’s true personality really shines.
Missy is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying signs
of kennel distress and anxiety. Missy is very stressed in her kennel. She is panting,
seeking out her neighbors and cage fighting. Staff are able to break her focus from
the other dogs. In playgroup she is insecure and struggles with being drawn to
conflict. She is a muzzle work dog, meaning staff are trying to work with her to
improve her sociability with other dogs. She loves treats and enjoys attention from
people. This dog is working with our training team daily on leash skills, basic
obedience, and good manners. This animal would benefit from a calmer environment
and training to be able to cope with changing environments and separation.
Jax is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of fear and
kennel distress. He is wary of strangers when in his kennel and on leash, and would
greatly benefit from a home willing to spend time on building his confidence. He is a
smart boy who is very treat motivated, especially if you have cheese! He likes
playing fetch, and is spending time each day with the behavior team to improve his
skills and manners. This animal would benefit from a quieter place to adjust and
become more comfortable with social and environmental changes.
Milo is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying signs of
kennel distress and anxiety. Milo was surrendered due to barking at guests in the
home along with biting a guest's foot, but not breaking skin. Here at the shelter, he
has been pacing and panting in the kennel. Staff has been able to take out and
handle. He is treat motivated and is pretty quick to learn. This animal would benefit
from a calmer environment and training to be able to cope with changing
environments and separation. Due to the severity of these behaviors, this animal is
transfer only and not a foster candidate at this time. This animal needs placement
by 2/8 at 3 PM.
This puppy has head tremors but is otherwise happy. He would greatly benefit from a
safer, more structure environment outside the shelter.
02/06/26 13:29 I went out to check on the puppies due to concerns from TMs. They
were playing with each other. When they stopped to look at me there was no
noticeable head tremors at the time. They immediatley went back to playing with
each other. AJM
*Fitzgerald is exhibiting signs of arousal and anxiety in the shelter environment and
is having a hard time adapting. He first came to the shelter as a stray and arrived
with another dog. We were told that he did not do well with small animals, with no
further details. He was adopted and was in the home for 1 week. He was returned for
having separation anxiety and showing destructive behaviors, being reactive to
strangers and dogs, and for possibly resource guarding the bed from the adopters.
He was adopted again and returned after 1 day for being reactive to dogs and
showing anxious behaviors.
At the shelter, he shows anxious behaviors in his kennel like pacing, panting, and
fecal tracking. He avoids new people but warms up with time and treats. He barks at
other dogs approaching on leash. *Fitzgerald has been to playgroup. He shows dog
selective behaviors and requires proper introductions to new dogs. With proper
intros, time to decompress and adjust, we think he may be successful in a home
with other dogs.
He needs a patient home who will allow him time to decompress and adjust to his
new surroundings. He is a nervous, anxious boy who needs a steady, consistent
routine. This animal would benefit from an environment with less stimulation and
some training to help them cope with over arousing stimuli and anxiety.
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Enchilada is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of fear
and kennel distress. Enchilada gives some mixed signals here at the shelter. He will
come up to staff wanting attention, but then turns into growling and snapping at staff
members. Able to do minimal handling. Once he is wrapped up in a towel, he
tolerated more handling. When returned to the kennel, he will stand at the door
whining with a low tail wag. This animal would benefit from a quieter place to adjust
and become more comfortable with social and environmental changes. Due to the
severity of these behaviors, this animal is transfer only and not a foster candidate at
this time. This animal needs placement by 2/8 at 3 PM.
Kosmo is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of
extreme fear. Kosmo was brought in with another friend. They are both scared, but
Kosmo is hissing and swatting when staff tries to interact. Behavior staff is going to
try different interventions to help make this friend feel more comfortable in the shelter
enviornment. This animal would benefit from a quieter place to adjust and become
more comfortable with social and environmental changes.
Additionally, this senior friend has severe dental disease and frequent sneezing (that
could be secondary to the dental disease or something else). Bloodwork pending
and chest x-rays are available for review.
*Creamsicle is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying
signs of kennel distress and anxiety. *Creamsicle is struggling here at the shelter,
he is clawing the walls of his kennel causing self injury, biting the kennel bars due to
frustration in his kennel, and heavy fecal tracking. He is stressed and needs out of
the shelter. He walks well, and loves attention. He is a playgroup candidate who
loves to hang out with the softer friends. This animal would benefit from a calmer
environment and training to be able to cope with changing environments and
separation. This animal needs placement by 2/8 by 3pm
Harley Quinn is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying
signs of kennel distress and anxiety. She is barrier reactive to other dogs in kennel,
and on leash. She is frequently demand barking at staff for attention, and needs
some further training with impulse control around toys. She has injured herself in her
kennel, causing broken nails. She is a fun and playful girl who is treat motivated and
enjoys her training sessions. This animal would benefit from a calmer environment
and training to be able to cope with changing environments and separation. This
animal needs placement by 2/5 at 3 PM.
Marco is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of fear and
kennel distress. Marco is nervous of new people approaching the kennel and
sometimes shows Barrier reactivity including, growling, alert barking, jumping up on
the door and then retreating. Avoids the leash and can be head shy, but warms up
and tolerates handling. With time he becomes more brave! He is a playgroup
candidate with other fearful dogs. This animal would benefit from a quieter place to
adjust and become more comfortable with social and environmental changes. This
dog is working with our training team daily on leash skills, basic obedience, and
socialization.
Blue is not adapting well to the shelter environment and exhibiting signs of fear and
kennel distress. He is very scared and is trembling, hiding, and avoiding in his
kennel. Once out of the kennel, he slowly approaches team members. With time,
patience and a slower approach he starts to seek attention. He arrived to the shelter
with 2 other dogs. He is a regular participant at shelter playgroup and has shown
interest in playing with soft, gentle friends. He spent a month in a foster home and
did well but was reported to be nervous and shy. This animal would benefit from a
quieter place to adjust and become more comfortable with social and environmental
changes. This dog is working with our training team daily on leash skills, basic
obedience, and good manners.
Ace is not adapting well to being in a kennel at the shelter and is displaying signs of
kennel distress and anxiety. He is an incredibly intelligent dog who is eager to
please AND treat motivated. He enjoys his training sessions as much as he enjoys
scratches - which is a lot. Ace is struggling in his kennel, often demand barking at
staff to come out, jumping up on the doors and walls, and panting heavily. Outside of
his kennel he is a sweet boy with a big personality. He does great in playgroup with
his friends that like to roll around and wrestle! Ace would benefit from a calmer
environment and training to be able to cope with changing environments and
separation.
