Animal Profile

Mack Moose is at risk due to behavior concerns. Mack Moose displayed defensive behavior both in and out of the shelter. During his initial intake, he was observed hard barking and lunging but was able to warm up to staff with the use of treats. In his adopter’s home, Mack Moose showed a low threshold for arousal, nipping one adopter, leaving bruising, and growling and snapping when the adopter attempted to guide him into a crate following a separation-related episode. While in the Care Centers, Mack Moose was also observed attempting to escape from his crate. Medically, Mack Moose is being treated for CIRDC.

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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 Mack Moose is at risk due to behavior concerns. Mack Moose displayed defensive behavior both in and out of the shelter. During his initial intake, he was observed hard barking and lunging but was able to warm up to staff with the use of treats. In his adopter's home, Mack Moose showed a low threshold for arousal, nipping one adopter, leaving bruising, and growling and snapping when the adopter attempted to guide him into a crate following a separation-related episode. While in the Care Centers, Mack Moose was also observed attempting to escape from his crate. Medically, Mack Moose is being treated for CIRDC. Mack Moose was returned to the care center after being recently adopted. In his prior home, Mack Moose displayed escalating behaviors when over-aroused or during moments of handling and confinement. He nipped the adopter's spouse on two occasions when excited, including jumping up and nipping an arm, leaving a bruise but not breaking skin. During a separate incident involving crate guidance with a frozen Kong, Mack Moose growled and snapped without making contact. Mack Moose would benefit from a structured, experienced home focused on impulse control, clear boundaries, and positive reinforcement to help him navigate arousal and transitions safely. Mack Moose ia available for rescue through one of our new hope partners.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 55.8 lbs

Medical Notes

12/12/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 years Microchip noted on Intake? Negative History: Stray BAR MM pink, moist Observed Behavior - Blue; Able to examine, nervous, took treats hesitantly, body tense, elected to not collect blood, needed to move very slow, allowed interaction with human caretakers and warming up quickly Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen – Yes Evidence of Neglect- No Objective: P = 120 hr R = 28 rr BCS 5/9 Wt = 55 lbs EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NSF, dentition appears clean (limited oral exam performed d/t patient nervous) PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, no apparent murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. Multiple healed scars of various ages are present on the head, behind the ears, and on the ventral neck. The skin surrounding the left ear and on a portion of the ventral neck is erythematous and raised, suggesting more recent, resolving inflammation or injury. No superficial abrasions or open wounds requiring treatment were observed. CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy, except for: Multiple resolving and healed cutaneous lesions on the head and neck, likely secondary to previous trauma. Prognosis: Good Plan: Standard Intake Procedures for Dogs Performed Heartworm test due (unable to collect blood) CTM reported left hind limb limp not readily apparent on physical exam and sore in between toes SURGERY: Okay for surgery -Blood collection at time of surgery

12/19/2025

Pre-Op Exam S/O: BAR, no c/s/v/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge noted Lungs: Eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort ABD: No obvious distention MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no notable lameness; mild scarred skin around ears, neck - no active wounds. CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Apparently healthy P: Neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery

12/19/2025

Routine Canine Neuter Scrotal Incision, sharp dissection to exteriorize each testicle Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 2-0 PDS miller's knots Sub Q closure: 2-0 PDS single simple interrupted knot Green linear tattoo placed Surgeon: 1438 Additional notes: Cold compress applied post op, smooth recovery

12/26/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 years Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned positive History: Owner Return BAR MM pink, moist Observed Behavior - Very sweet and friendly, wiggly, calm, food motivated. Exam was well tolerated Evidence of Cruelty seen- No Evidence of Trauma seen- No Evidence of Neglect- No Objective: P = 126 R = 28 BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Clean adult dentition. Pink mm. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, no apparent murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Castrated male. Externally normal. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. Resolving pre-scrotal neuter incision ( mild scabbing, no heat swelling or discharge). Multiple healed scars. CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Resolving neuter incision Prognosis: Good Plan: Tasks due (pyrantel) and exam SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to previously neutered

12/30/2025

Diarrhea present in kennel Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V. Diarrhea noted F/S: 6/7 Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4 NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed Diarrhea PLAN: Per standing orders -Start psyllium husk 2 scoops PO q24h x5days, & proviable PO q24h x5days -Placed monitor log on kennel -CTM, recheck as scheduled

1/3/2026

Progress exam: CIRDC noted on rounds Subjective: BAR, no S/V/D. Coughing present Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -Move to iso, ppe sign & monitor log placed on kennel -Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO q24h x10days & proviable PO SID x10 days -CTM, recheck in 3 days

1/5/2026

Progress exam: Diarrhea recheck Subjective/Objective: FS: 5 noted on log, no stool present in kennel. Assessment: Presumed Diarrhea appears resolved PLAN: Per standing orders -CTM on daily rounds while in QACC

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 1. Green

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake Mack Moose was hard barking, growling and lunging at counselors. When counselors approached Mack Moose with treats, he allowed interaction as well as pets. Counselors called for canine behavior for further handling.

Date of Intake: 12/12/2025

Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered

Basic Information:: Mack Moose is an altered LMB who was adopted from ACC

Previously lived with:: 2 adults

How is this dog around strangers?: he will alert bark and pull towards them

How is this dog around children?: no experience

How is this dog around other dogs?: no experience

How is this dog around cats?: no experience

Resource guarding:: food, treats, toys and random/stolen items has a tense body/hovers over the item

Bite history:: no known bite history

Housetrained:: Partially

Energy level/descriptors:: high

Other Notes:: mouthy/takes treats rough, general anxiety, jumps up and bites the leash, anxious when left alone, destructive tendencies. fearful when restrained, isn't bothered when disturbed, startled, paws touched, collar grabbed and is fearful when moved from furniture. He will pull towards dogs and strangers when on walks

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: He is social/affectionate, lazy/couch potato, prefers contact on their terms and very active & playful. He likes to be where people are and in the living room. He goes on 5-10min walks 3-4x daily with mild to moderate pulling and has never been crated

Date of intake:: 12/26/2025

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

Previously lived with:: 2 adults

Behavior toward strangers:: he will alert bark and pull towards them

Behavior toward children:: no experience

Behavior toward dogs:: no experience

Behavior toward cats:: no experience

Resource guarding:: food, treats, toys and random/stolen items has a tense body/hovers over the item

Bite history:: When Mack Moose first came to the home he is noted to nip at the owner spouse's leg jeans when becoming excited. The 2nd time was when the spouse came home Mack Moose jumped on them nip them on the arm the didn't break skin but left a bruise. The 3rd time was the adopter's spouse attempted to lead him back into a crate using a frozen kong, Mack Moose growled and snapped but did not make contact.

Housetrained:: Partially

Energy level/descriptors:: Mack Moose is noted to have a high energy level in the prior home.

Other Notes:: mouthy/takes treats rough, general anxiety, jumps up and bites the leash, anxious when left alone, destructive tendencies. fearful when restrained, isn't bothered when disturbed, startled, paws touched, collar grabbed and is fearful when moved from furniture. He will pull towards dogs and strangers when on walks. When Mack Moose first came to the home he is noted to nip at the owner spouse's leg jeans when becoming excited. The 2nd time was when the spouse came home Mack Moose jumped on them nip them on the arm the didn't break skin but left a bruise. The 3rd time was the adopter's spouse attempted to lead him back into a crate using a frozen kong, Mack Moose growled and snapped but did not make contact. Mack Moose is noted to be active dog. He is noted to have destructive behavior towards his crate,couch , carpet,and knocked over the T.V and ect. He is social/affectionate, lazy/couch potato, prefers contact on their terms and very active & playful. He likes to be where people are and in the living room. He goes on 5-10min walks 3-4x daily with mild to moderate pulling and has never been crated

Date of assessment:: 1/3/2026

Summary:: 12/13/25 Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderately Reactivity to humans: N/a Reactivity to dogs: Barked at another dog in hallway Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly Social Call over: Approaches Readily Sociability comments: jumps on staff, loose, explores, leans in, very social Handling Soft handling: Seeks contact Exuberant handling: Accepts contact Handling comments: leans in for petting, paws at the handler, sits near handler Arousal Jog: Follows loose Arousal comments: Knock: Approaches loose Knock Comments: Toy: Grips, relinquishes, loose-bodied Toy comments:

Summary:: Mack Moose was surrendered into care as a stray, so his past behavior with other dogs is unknown. 12/17: Due to the weather, only a gate greet was conducted. Mack Moose was introduced to a novel female dog. Mack Moose approaches the gate to greet the female, body tense. As they sniff each other, Mack's body falls into a crouch before he begins hard barking and growling at the other dog. He follows along the gate briefly, still vocalizing at the other dog. He doesn't readily settle as he and the other dog are seperate from the gate as he attempts to return.

Summary (7):: 1/6: Mack Moose growls and muzzle punches the side of his crate when another dog passes his crate as they are lead into the behavior office. Another handler leaves to find a bigger kennel cover as he has pulled the other one into his crate and shredded it. When covering him, Mack Moose tries to pull the cover in as the handler is fixing it, nearly catching their fingers. 1/5: Mack Moose can push his head out of his crate at the corner of the door. A handler assists as he tries to pull his head back in but is unsuccessful. The handler opens the door fully, and Mack Moose goes to the back of his crate. Before the handler leaves for the night, they see Mack Moose has done it a second time while he was reacting to other dogs. 12/13/25: Mack Moose is standing at the front of kennel with a loose frame as handler approaches. He is leashed with ease and walks to the Canine Behavior Office where he is loose bodied and social with multiple handlers. Mack Moose is collared clipped to a drag lead, and free to explore the space. Mack Moose spends several minutes engaging with a snuffle mat and licky mat. After his session, he is returned to kennel safely.

Date of intake:: 12/12/2025

Summary:: hard barking, growling and lunging at counselors

Date of initial:: 12/26/2025

Summary:: Very sweet and friendly, wiggly, calm, food motivated. Exam was well tolerated

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 Mack Moose's fearful/defensiveness displayed in care, we recommend he goes to an adult-only home. Single-pet home/Recommend no dog parks: Due to the concerning behaviors displayed in care and during walks, we recommend for Mack Moose be the only dog in the home and not attend dog parks at this time. Place with a New Hope partner: Mack Moose was returned to the care center after being recently adopted. In his prior home, Mack Moose displayed escalating behaviors when over-aroused or during moments of handling and confinement. He nipped the adopter’s spouse on two occasions when excited, including jumping up and nipping an arm, leaving a bruise but not breaking skin. During a separate incident involving crate guidance with a frozen Kong, Mack Moose growled and snapped without making contact. Mack Moose would benefit from a structured, experienced home focused on impulse control, clear boundaries, and positive reinforcement to help him navigate arousal and transitions safely. Mack Moose ia available for rescue through one of our new hope partners.

Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Destructive behavior,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Separation anxiety,Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Leash-biting,Low threshold for arousal,Bite history (human)

Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: In the prior home Mack Moose is noted with food, treats, toys and random/stolen items has a tense body/hovers over the item.Teach cues such as “drop it” and “leave it” using positive reinforcement. Ensure all interactions around resources are calm and predictable. Please see the handout on Resource guarding. Low threshold for arousal/Bite history (human): When Mack Moose first came to the home he is noted to nip at the owner spouse's leg jeans when becoming excited. The 2nd time was when the spouse came home Mack Moose jumped on them nip them on the arm the didn't break skin but left a bruise. The 3rd time was the adopter's spouse attempted to lead him back into a crate using a frozen kong, Mack Moose growled and snapped but did not make contact. Destructive behavior: Mack Moose is noted to have destructive tendencies toward his crate,couch, carpet,and knocked over the T.V and ect. Use gradual crate acclimation and ensure the crate is associated with positive experiences. Consider supervised confinement or gated areas instead of forced crating during early stages. Please see the handout on Destructive behavior. Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition: In the prior home Mack Moose is noted to mouthy and takes treats rough.Incorporate impulse-control games like “take it” and “leave it.” Redirect mouthing to appropriate chew toys and avoid rough play that encourages biting. Please see the handout on Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition Separation anxiety/Anxiety: Mack Moose is noted to have Separation anxiety and genralized Anxiety. Use calming aids such as food-stuffed toys during departures. Avoid punishment for anxiety-related behaviors. Consider environmental enrichment and, if necessary, consult a veterinarian for adjunctive anxiety management. Please see the handout on Separation anxiety/Anxiety. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Mack Moose is noted to become fearful when restrained and moved off furniture. He is also noted to growl at the owner's spouse. During intake, he is noted hard barking, growling and lunging at counselors. When counselors approached Mack Moose with treats, he allowed interaction as well as pets. On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center, Mack Moose has been observed to react to other dogs on leash, lunging toward them, barking, and growling. He is noted to pull towards steranger while on walks Mack Moose may need positive reinforcement, reward-based training to teach her to focus on the handler rather than other dogs. We recommend a front-clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior. Leash-biting: Mack Moose is quick to grab the leash in his mouth which was also reported in the prior home. We recommend walking him with a toy to dissuade him from grabbing the leash. Positive reinforcement, force-free training is advised to teach him to focus on you rather than grabbing the leash