At-Risk Animals

Thank you for your interest in adopting from Animal Care Centers of NYC. Our At-Risk List is posted three times a week, on the evenings of Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 6:00PM and remains viewable for 42 hours.

Schedule overview:
Animals posted at 6:00PM on Sunday evening will be viewable until Tuesday at 12:00PM noon.
Animals posted at 6:00PM on Tuesday evening will be viewable until Thursday at 12:00PM noon.
Animals posted at 6:00PM on Thursday evening will be viewable until Saturday at 12:00PM noon.

To find out the status of at-risk animals, please visit the At-Risk Outcomes page.

If this is your first time visiting this site, please read the below information carefully.

For anyone who wishes to adopt, there is a mandatory deposit fee of $200 plus a transaction fee per animal to place an adoption reservation. The $200 covers $50 toward the adoption fee and $150 for the spay/neuter deposit. If the animal has already been spayed or neutered or is permanently waived by one of our veterinarians, the $150 deposit will be refunded at the time of the adoption. If the animal does need to leave without being spayed or neutered due to his/her medical condition, the $150 deposit will be refunded at the time they are brought back for the spay/neuter surgery or when proof of sterilization being done elsewhere is provided to ACC. If you do not follow through with the adoption, the entire $200 deposit will be considered a charitable donation to ACC's Special Treatment and Recovery Fund (STAR). Also, if the adoption fee for an animal is less than $50, the difference will be considered a charitable donation to the STAR Fund. Similarly, in-shelter pricing promotions do not apply to at-risk animals.

To complete an adoption, please click reserve on the animal of your choice. That animal will be loaded in your cart and you will have 15 minutes to complete the adoption process. In order to complete your reservation, you need to check out (top right corner). At this point, you will enter in your credit card information and a receipt will be emailed to you as confirmation of your reservation. If you have any issues, please email adopt@nycacc.org for help navigating the website.

If you are interested in fostering/adopting through one of our New Hope partners, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ozHex3uqvNkQt2dq9

At-Risk Animals

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Rocko

Rocko is at risk due to behavioral reasons. During intake Rocko was obsvered to hard bark and lunge towards handlers. During his stay in the care center Rocko has remained tense when handlers attempted to interact and he is noted to growl when approached while in kennel. Rocko's previous owner states that he will hard bark and growl towards strangers during walks. It is also reported that he will hard bark and growl when held/restrained. Medically, Rocko is apparently healthy.

Madame Lola

Madame Lola is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Madame Lola arrived at the Care Center as owner surrender. Madame Lola was noted to be wiggly and social with staff for both intake and medical exam. Her previous owner noted that Madame Lola is a "very high" energy dog and will jump frequently for attention. Madame Lola has been noted to have poor impulse control and signs of low-threshold for arousal. During handling assessments Madame Lola is noted to be jumping on staff and mouth handlers hands frequently. On walks, handlers note that Madame Lola continues to be treat motivated and exuberantly social. Medically, Madame Lola is apparently healthy.

Loki

Loki is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display challenging behavior during interactions. In addition to playtime, this cat would also benefit from mental exercise from activities such as puzzle toys/games, lick mats, or clicker training. Without providing activity for his/her mind and body, the cat may react with rough play, potentially resulting in bite/scratch incidents. He displays signs of petting-induced aggression as well. It is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with feline body language, overstimulation, petting-induced aggression, rough play, and who have the time to invest in managing these behaviors on a consistent basis to avoid (further) bite/scratch incidents. Medically, medical records show FeBart Bartonella +4 results. This indicates that Loki has antibodies (previous exposure), but does not confirm infection. We can considering PCR testing with placement if concern persists.

Amigos

Amigos is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and is deteriorating in the Adoptions room. He is now displaying signs of high FAS and no longer is tolerant of petting/touch - escalating to fearful defensive behaviors. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.

Rockaway

Rockaway is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. Rockaway has shown escalating leash biting in the care center, frequently grabbing and tearing at leashes with intensity and growling during handling, and almost tore a leash apart doing so. He has been unable to be redirected at times with treats or toys. Medically, Rockaway is diagnosed with CIRDC.

Kyle

Kyle is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. Kyle has shown escalating dog reactivity in the care center, frequently pulling toward, whining at, and lunging at passing dogs both in the building and outdoors. On walks, he tenses, vocalizes, and is unable to take treats when highly aroused, continuing to lunge even at a distance. In lower stimuli settings he can be social and playful with staff but becomes over aroused quickly, pacing, panting, and attempting to mount. Medically, Kyle has otitis externa and is receiving treatment for CIRDC.

Zues

Zues is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Zues arrived at the Care Center due to his previous owners having allergies to dogs. Upon intake, Zues allowed handling and at times was loose bodied. Despite efforts to keep him comfortable at the Care Center, Zeus has been showing concerning levels of anxiety and on-leash reactivity. During a handling assessment, Zeus was noted to be panting, pacing, and seeking exit persistently. Zeus's previous owners also noted he was an anxious dog especially when left alone. During walks, Zues has been noted to pull hard toward dogs with tense body without being able to be redirected. Zues at times has also shown reactivity to people, pulling toward people on walks; during his medical exam he was initially wiggly but became tense as medical staff approached him. Zues's previous owners report that he is smart, social with familiar people, and understands basic commands. Medically, Zues is being treated for CIRDC (Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex), is noted to have Dermatitis, and Otitis Externa.

Taro Bubble Tea

Taro bubble tea is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Taro came to our care center as a stray. During his time within in our Care center, he has exhibited dog reactivity with pulling hard with a tense body with occasionally hackles raised and fixating. He has also shown fixation on inanimate objects while in the center and on walks pulling hard towards them and has not been easily redirected. It has been noted by staff that Taro engages in pattern games and is receptive. He has been social with handlers and enjoys treats. Medically, Taro has a heart murmur- no clinical disease.

Prosecco

Prosecco is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.

Misty Night

Misty Night is on the at-risk list due to medical concerns. Misty Night is an adult female cat who has been noted to have chronic diarrhea both in shelter and in her prior home. The diarrhea has not been responsive to treatment thus far. Misty Night will require further evaluation and work up at a full service vet clinic with possible ultrasound/biopsy to determine the cause. Misty Night has allowed for handling and solicits attention during her exams.