Date of intake:: 7/7/2026

Spay/Neuter status:: No

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, No known history

Date of assessment:: 7/13/2026

Summary:: While in care Weezer has been observed to be highly fearful. Noted to hard bark, growl, bite the leash, and attempt to flee when handlers attempt to remove him from kennel. Due to the high level of fear, stress, and anxiety observed, Weezer is not a candidate for a handling assessment at this time.

Summary (6):: 7/19/26: Handler came to assist another handler trying to leash Weezer. They were using spray cheese to distract while leashing but was unsuccessful. Second handler used spray cheese to distract while first handler tried leashing. Once he saw leash he would ignore cheese. When the leash was removed he would bite the spray cheese nozzle and try to pull into kennel. Handler decided it was unsafe and ended the leashing attempt. 7/18/26: Weezer is standing at the front of his kennel with tense body when the handler approaches. He accepts treats but, after taking them, start hard barking and jumping on the kennel door. Handler tries to lure him with treats but he ignores it and attempts to bite the leash multiple times continually hard barking. A second handler comes to assists and starts distracting him with a spray cheese. After multiple tries, handler eventually is able to put the leash on and take Weezer out of the kennel. He exits the room without reactivity towards other dogs in the kennels but pulls very hard outside. Once in the driveway, he starts slowing down; he is panting and coughing a lot. On the street Weezer does not show reactivity toward other dogs or people. During the walk, Weezer is engaged with handler, responses when called, takes gently treats and allows petting. He walks on the loose leash with no leash tension. During return, handler is able to pre-clip the leash and bring Weezer back into the kennel with no further issues. 7/17/26: Weezer is standing at the front of his kennel with a neutral body; he takes treats with mild pressure. As the handler removes the kennel cover and unlocks the kennel, Weezer jumps and sniff their hand; the handler tosses treats into his kennel, and as he eats them, they place the lock on his kennel. As the handler attempts to leash him with a treat lure, Weezer jumps and bites the leash, and growls while doing so; he does this twice more. The handler is able to secure the leash on Weezer, and he pulls out the room. On the street, Weezer walks with mild to moderate leash tension; he doesn't react to people or dogs. Weezer occasionally looks back at the handler with soft eyes, and solicits attention; he allows pets from them. Upon entry, the handler clips theri leahs and returns Weezer to his kennel.

Summary (7):: 07/16/26: ACS reported that Weezer began to leash biting when being taken out of kennel and will make close contact with handler hand. When treats ad spray cheese is used he will ignore it. Once leash he will begin to kennel fight neighboring dogs above him. 7/15/26: Weezer is at the front of his kennel with a loose body hard barking at the handler; when the handler attempts to place the lock on the kennel door, he barks at their hand; the handler tosses treats, and as he eats them. the place the lock on the kennel door. The handler lures Weezer with a treat, and leashes him. Weezer pulls moderately while exiting the room, but as he's on the street, he walks with mild leash tension; he doesn't react to people. Weezer engages with the handler; he allows pets and leans into them, and follows the sit command, taking treats as a reward, but spits them out. Upon entry, the handler clips their leash and returns Weezer to his kennel with ease. 07/14/26: Weezer is at the front of his kennel as handler approaches, he begins barking at the front of his kennel but accepts a treat when offered. When attempting to leash him he bites the leash momentarily and is difficult to redirect with treats. Weezer eventually relinquishes the leash and allows handler to leash him before he is removed from kennel and taken to the street for his walk. He pulls toward kennels as he passes them and walks with handler out to the street for his walk. Outside Weezer is neutral bodied and passes people on the street without issue. Weezer stops to relieve himself and after walking for a while is brought back inside, he returns to kennel and interaction is ended shortly after. 07/11/26: Weezer is at the front of his kennel when handler approaches. He starts hard barking and jumping on the kennel door when handler attempts to unlock it. He starts growling when he sees the leash. He is not receptive to treats and repeatedly continues barking. His body is stiff with fast wagging tail. Handler is able to distract him with spray cheese and, after few tries, handler is able to put the leash on and take Weezer out of the room. Weezer pulls with mild pressure slightly ahead of the handler in the hallways, but has no reactivity towards other dogs in pop-up crates or staff members. Once outside, Weezer continues walking with no leash tension. He walks alongside with handler and sometimes stops for relieving himself. Weezer is not interested in other dogs or people passerby. Handler offers a treat and he smells it but ignores it. Weezer allows petting but remains aloof during the walk; he is not responding when called and is not engaging with handler. His body is neutral with soft face most of the time. During return handler is able to pre-clip the leash and Weezer readily goes back into his kennel by his own. 7/10/26: Weezer is reported to growl, flee, and leash bite when the handler attempts to leash him; treats and toys are used to re-direct, but he shows no interest.

Date of intake:: 7/7/2026

Summary:: Loose body and wagging tail

Date of initial:: 7/8/2026

Summary:: Initially wiggly and seeking attention, growled for vax, then growled and bit muzzle

ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Weezer so we cannot be certain of their behavior in a home environment. However, they will need daily mental and physical activity to stay engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in addition to physical exercise, to positively direct their energy and enthusiasm.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to fearful behavior we recommend an adult only home. 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

Potential challenges comments:: Fearful Defensive: While in care, Weezer has been observed to be highly fearful. Noted to hard bark, growl, bite the leash, and attempt to flee when handlers attempt to remove him from kennel. It is important to move slowly with Weezer, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow them to initiate interactions with new people. They should never be forced to greet or to interact if they are not comfortable and soliciting attention. Please see handout on Fearful and Defensive Aggression.