Steve is exhibiting signs of arousal and anxiety in the shelter environment and is having a hard time
adapting. Steve was growling and barking in the field with animal protective services. Here at the
shelter, he is stressing in the kennel. When staff approaches the kennel, he is growly and freezing.
Staff has been able to leash and take out of the kennel. Allows some handling, but seems to get
tense when things go over his head. Although Steve is struggling, he is very treat motivated and will
sit and wait for treats to be given and takes the treats gently when offered. This animal would benefit
from an environment with less stimulation and some training to help them cope with over arousing
stimuli and anxiety. Due to the severity of these behaviors, this animal is transfer only. This animal
needs placement by 12/23 at 3 PM.