Animal Profile

Baloo is at risk due to behavioral reasons. His previous owner states that Baloo has a multiple bite history. Baloo has bitten dogs twice, and has redirected onto their previous owner twice. While in care, Baloo has been observed to be tense and fearful. Their previous owner also states that Baloo will lunge towards strangers and dogs. Medically, Baloo is apparently healthy.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Baloo is at risk due to behavioral reasons. His previous owner states that Baloo has a multiple bite history. Baloo has bitten dogs twice, and has redirected onto their previous owner twice. While in care, Baloo has been observed to be tense and fearful. Their previous owner also states that Baloo will lunge towards strangers and dogs. Medically, Baloo is apparently healthy. Baloo arrived at MACC as an owner surrender. His previous owner states that he may bark or growl at strangers. Baloo has a multiple bite history. Baloo has bitten dogs twice, and has redirected onto their previous owner twice. While in care Baloo has been observed to be tense and fearful. Due to the detailed behaviors we recommend an experienced adult only home.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 54 lbs

Medical Notes

2/18/2026

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1-3 yo based on the condition of teeth and eyes Microchip noted on Intake? Positive History: Owner surrender Subjective: BAR H pink 1 sec Observed Behavior - Body relaxed; easily examined…nervous, did not take treats, tense body Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen – No Evidence of Neglect- No Objective P = 120hr R = 40rr BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NSF PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, no apparent murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Prognosis: Good Plan: Intake procedures

2/18/2026

K9 behavior notes being highly fearful and constantly seeking exit P: Clonidine 0.5mg PO BID indefinitely

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake Baloo allowed all handling and was easily leashed. He jumped on staff to solicit attention.

Date of Intake: 2/17/2026

Basic Information:: Baloo is a 2.5 year old MMB dog. He is seeking a new home due to housing issues. Baloo has prior experience with adults, children, and other dogs.

Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 3 children (11, 13, 15), 1 small dog

How is this dog around strangers?: May bark or growl at first. Becomes friendly, outgoing, and playful.

How is this dog around children?: Friendly, outgoing, and playful.

How is this dog around other dogs?: May lunge or bite. May be friendly, outgoing, playful, and tolerant.

How is this dog around cats?: no experience

Resource guarding:: none

Bite history:: Baloo has bitten dogs twice. One in a dog park and one when the other dog surprised him in the hallway. Baloo has also redirected bites onto his prior owner twice. All incidents were bite and release with no blood drawn.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: medium

Other Notes:: Baloo is fearful of loud noises and being startled. He sometimes lunges at strangers or dogs. Baloo has no issue with being held/restrained, disturbed while sleeping, pushed off furniture, or having his collar or feet touched.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: Baloo is a social and affectionate dog! He always chooses to be where the people are, usually cuddled up with them on the couch quietly. When not being cozy, Baloo is very active and playful. He is used to one 30 minute walk per day and does not pull on the leash. He even knows the commands "slow" and "walk with me." Baloo has experience in crates but does not need to be in one. He has experience going to a groomer and loves going for car rides. Baloo is a smart guy and knows sit, down, off, stay, and okay. In his prior home, Baloo loved sleeping in bed with the 3 young children. According to his prior owner, he is the ultimate cuddlebug!

Date of intake:: 2/17/2026

Spay/Neuter status:: Yes

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender

Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 3 children (11, 13, 15), 1 small dog

Behavior toward strangers:: Baloo may bark or growl at first, can be friendly and outgoing

Behavior toward children:: Baloo is friendly and outgoing

Behavior toward dogs:: Baloo may lunge or bite or may be friendly

Behavior toward cats:: No experience

Resource guarding:: None reported

Bite history:: Baloo has bitten dogs twice. One in a dog park and one when the other dog surprised him in the hallway. Baloo has also redirected bites onto his prior owner twice. All incidents were bite and release with no blood drawn.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Other Notes:: Baloo is fearful of loud noises and being startled. He sometimes lunges at strangers or dogs. Baloo has no issue with being held/restrained, disturbed while sleeping, pushed off furniture, or having his collar or feet touched.

Date of assessment:: 2/18/2026

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: None Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Fearful Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Seeking exit throughout the assessment Soft handling: Fearful Exuberant handling: Fearful Comments: Tense body, whale eye, lip licking, tucked tail Arousal Jog comments: Follows handler with coaxing Knock Knock comments: Approaches handler with coaxing Toy Toy comments: No interest, No reaction

Summary (7):: 2/18/26: Baloo is sitting in the middle of his kennel. He whale eyes when the handler approaches. He rejects the first treat, but takes subsequent ones. The leash is draped over his head and he is lead to the street where he relieves himself. His body language becomes more neutral, with a horizontal tail and ears faced forwards. He is mildly hypervigilant. He sniffs around and walks ahead of the handler. He is returned to kennel without incident and gets in willingly.

Date of intake:: 2/17/2026

Summary:: Fearful, receptive to treats, warmed up over time

Date of initial:: 2/18/2026

Summary:: Tense, not receptive to treats

ENERGY LEVEL:: Baloo is described as medium energy. They will need daily mental and physical activity to keep them engaged and exercised. And we recommend using force-free, reward-based training techniques for them.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Single-pet home,Recommend no dog parks,Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to the bite history we recommend an adult only home. Single Pet Home/ No Dog Parks: Due to the multiple bite history we recommend a single pet home with no trips to the dog park. We recommend placement with a New Hope rescue partner who is able to provide an experienced, adult-only foster home. Force-free, reward based training and/or consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended.

Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Bite history (human),Bite history (dog)

Potential challenges comments:: Fearful Defensive/ Multiple Bite History/Bite history (Human/Dog): Escalating to biting is a behavior that Baloo has rehearsed repeatedly over their life. This behavior is likely to continue as it has become part of Baloo's repertoire, and will need careful management to work toward reducing triggers for Baloo and reducing the resulting bites. Please see bite history above for more details. Please see handout on Bite History and Potential for Future Aggression. On Leash Reactivity: Baloo's previous owner states that he will lunge at strangers or dogs. Baloo is fearful of loud noises and being startled. He sometimes lunges at strangers or dogs. Baloo has no issue with being held/restrained, disturbed while sleeping, pushed off furniture, or having his collar or feet touched.