Date of intake:: 4/17/2026

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray(Limited History)

Previously lived with:: Adults, children

Bite history:: In the prior home Mocha has killed multiple small animals (including possums, birds, and squirrels) that entered the yard.

Other Notes:: 05/15/26: Behavior information collected after a phone call with Mocha's owner: The owner was asked about the reported bite incidents involving two children. He stated that he was not present at the time of the incidents and that the information had been relayed to him by others. He clarified that Mocha did not break skin. When asked whether she left bruising or if either child required medical attention, he stated no. He initially described the incident as a “nibble,” but later changed the description to a “bark and snap.” When asked to clarify whether there had been any skin contact, he stated there had not been. He also stated that he did not know what occurred prior to Mocha snapping because he had not been provided with details. When asked whether the children involved were his own, he stated they were not. He was unsure of the children’s ages, but mentioned that his youngest child is 9 years old and that the incident occurred some time ago. When asked whether Mocha had any behavioral concerns with his own children, he stated she did not and described her as social with them. The owner was then asked about the reported separation anxiety and whether Mocha had been chewing on walls. He stated she was not. He explained that when left alone in a room, Mocha would open closet doors and pull clothes out. When asked whether she destroyed the clothing, he stated she did not. When asked about reports that Mocha had killed small animals, he stated that she had killed cats, birds, and possums, and that he would find their bodies in the yard at night. He stated that she should not live with any other pets. The owner was also asked about dog reactivity. He stated that prior to her stay with the organization in 2023, Mocha used to attend dog parks and play appropriately with other dogs. However, following her first stay, she became reactive toward dogs while on leash. When asked whether he believed Mocha could live in a home with children over the age of 13, he stated yes. He was then asked what he believed would be the ideal home for her if he were personally placing her. He stated that she would do best with someone who is single, active, and enjoys hiking, swimming, and running, as those are activities Mocha enjoys. He also stated that Mocha has escaped from him multiple times. 02/4/26: Mocha owners reported that she has separation anxiety and destructive tendencies. Mocha is noted to be dog reactive 5/5/23: Mocha came into the care center as a stray during her 1st stay.

Date of assessment:: 4/18/2026

Summary:: 4/18/26: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Explore room- Neutral body Call over: Approaches readily- sniffs, allows petting, and takes treats gently Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Allowed- panting, stays in handling position, neutral body Exuberant handling: Allowed- panting, stays in handling position, neutral body Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows (loose, neutral) Arousal comments: Stops when the leash tightens Knock: Approaches- neutral body Knock Comments: None Toy: body block, tenseGrips, moves away Toy comments: ***05/6/23: Behavioral assessment upon request***

Summary:: Due to entering the facility as a stray, there is no prior dog-to-dog history recorded. 04/18/26 Mocha is introduced to a novel male while off leash. She approaches the gate and sniffs the male with a neutral frame. When brought into the yard, Mocha will explore the perimeter of the yard with a neutral frame. Novel male approaches Mocha with a neutral frame to sniff her and she becomes tense and grumbles lightly. The male is guided away to make space for Mocha as she is in the corner by the fence. Mocha continues to sniff along the yard, as does the male. The interaction is concluded.

Summary (5):: 06/14/26: Mocha is observed to stuck her face out of the water bowl slot and wail while the handler is walking a different dog through the room. The handler is able to toss treats into the kennel to distract Mocha while the handler and their dog exit. 6/11: Mocha continues to wail for extended periods of time throughout the day. She is found with her paws and partially her snout sticking out of the food/water bowl slot. 6/10: Mocha is heard wailing in her kennel with her face pressed against her glass. She stops wailing when she notices a handler approaching to check on her. She then jumps up on the kennel door, panting heavily with her jowls covered in saliva. 06/09/26 (Trainer Note): Mocha was sitting at the front of her kennel as the handler approached. Mocha was easily leashed and barked as she exited her kennel. The handler brough higher value treats with them and Mocha would take the Vienna sausage. The handler practiced the 123 game and Mocha would look to the handler on the word three. Mocha was able to engage with three separate dogs whilst outside with a loose body. Mocha would sniff and solicits pets from the handler. Mocha saw a dog across the street and was able to look back at the handler. Mocha calmly walked back to kennel and was returned without issue.

Summary (6):: 06/04/26 (Trainer Note): Mocha was sitting on her bed as the handler approached. She was easily leashed and pulled moderately outside. Mocha would not take treats for the duration of her walk and would sniff the perimeter of the scrapyard across the street intently. The handler had to guide her away using leash pressure as Mocha was trying to stick her head under the corrugated iron wall. Mocha would walk erratically for the duration of their walk and would not take treats. Mocha was returned to kennel without issue. 05/28/26 (Trainer Note): Mocha was sitting on her bed as the handler approached. She was easily leashed and calmly walked out of kennel. Mocha would not take treats gently and would spit them out as she walked alongside the shelter. As they crossed the street, Mocha would begin to sniff and respond to the marker work yes and take and eat treats. The handler began conditioning the 123 game outdoors. Mocha passes two dogs on the ramp as they walk towards the shelter and she will spit treats out again. Mocha is safely returned without issue. 5/17/26: Mocha was seen digging at the kennel door but they stopped when a staff member stood in front of their kennel. When the staff member walked away they noticed that Mocha started digging at the kennel door again. 05-12-26: Mocha greets her handler with a loose, wiggly body; she is easily leashed and pulled from the kennel as she is taken outside; once outside, Mocha walks ahead of handler with light to moderate leash pressure; she is inquisitive about the surroundings and sniffs at every tree and bush along the way; she walks calmly and retrieves treats in a calm manner; and she is returned to the kennel without any problems. 05/05/26 (Trainer Note): Mocha is at the front of the kennel with a loose, wiggly body as the handler approaches. She is easily leashed and pulls moderately to the canine training room. Mocha allows the handler to attach a drag leash and moves around the room, sniffing various items and picking up and throwing toys. She then approaches the handler and takes treats with a soft mouth. The handler works with her on the 123 game and take a breath with Mocha, who participates readily and takes treats off of the snuffle mat. She is easily leashed and returned to kennel without issue. 5/2/26: Mocha greets handler with a loose and wiggly body. She is easily leashed and pulled from kennel. As mocha exits kennel she tries to pull towards another kennel. Once outside Mocha walks ahead of handler with light to moderate leash pressure. Handler plays up down game with Mocha to keep focus on handler, after a while she gets the idea and starts to become more successful with each iteration. Mocha is returned to kennel with no issue.

Summary (7):: 4/18/26: Mocha is standing at the front of her kennel as handler approaches. She is able to be leashed with and then pulls on the way to the behavior room for her assessment. In the room, she has a loose body as she explores around with sniffing and is comfortable approaching the handlers to receive pets and treats. She becomes tense when she has a toy in her mouth and would walk away from the handlers. Please see behavior assessment notes for more details. She is able to return back to her kennel with no issues. 4/18/26 (playgroup): Mocha is on a walk with an ACS staff member and is brought into the yard. She is fitted with a collar and brought into the play yard where she is fitted with a collar and clipped to a drag leash. She will then approach the gate slowly. (see dog-dog for more information) After the greet, Mocha is leashed and returned to her kennel with no issue and secured safely. **Previous Stay** 5/28/23:Sandy is whining in front of her kennel when the handler approaches, the handler feeds her treats through the kennel bars which she takes. The opens up her kennel door and leashes her taking her and running her out of the kennel room due to kennel fighting the neighbor dog in front of her kennel. the handler leads her to the hallway where she shakes off her body and walks on a loose leash, she checks in with the handler and given treats. The handler leads her out of the center where she relieves herself. The handler rewards her with treats when a novel dog passes by. Sandy allows touch all over and displays a wagging tail and loose body. The handler leads her back into the center where she tenses up when reaching the kennel room the handler gives her treats which helps loosen up her body, the handler runs her back into her kennel where she hops inside. 05/21/23 When the handler approaches kennel, Sandy is loose bodied with a wagging tail. When the handler unlocks the kennel door, she jumps onto it, with sporadic movement. After a few attempts, the handler ropes her and she immediately lunges for the kennel in front of hers. The handler and Sandy proceed outside. Sandy displays a loose body and wagging tail while walking moderately beside the handler, with a case of the zoomies a few times during the walk. Sandy accepts touch from the handler, rolling onto her back for belly rubs and accepting pets all around her body. Sandy will jump onto the handler playfully and take treats gently when administered. Sandy will lunge at birds as well during the course of her walk. The handler returns her back to the facility where she enters the facility with no issue.

Date of intake:: 4/17/2026

Summary:: friendly and social with staff. She allowed all handling.

Date of initial:: 4/20/2026

Summary:: easily examined but appears head shy and kept removing muzzle

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 4

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),No cats,Recommend no dog parks

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Mocha's bite history towards children, we reccomend she be placed in an adult-only home at this time. No cats: Due to Mocha's bite history towards small animals and the passing of multiple small animals (including possums, birds, and squirrels) that entered the yard, we reccomend she be placed in a home with no small animals and cats. Recommend No Dog Parks: Due to the concerning behaviors towards small animals that previous owner reported, we feel that Mocha should not visit dog parks. The Behavior Department recommends that she be socialized in a more controlled setting until her behavior towards other dogs can be further addressed. Reward-based, force-free training can be utilized to help Mocha associate dogs with things she enjoys like toys or treats.

Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Other,Bite history (other animal)

Potential challenges comments:: RESOURCE GUARDING: Mocha did show possible potential to guard items she considers valuable. Her response was appropriate and we cannot be certain if this behavior will be seen in a future home environment, but her signs of discomfort should be respected. Nothing should be taken from her directly and she should be taught "drop it" and trade up games. Please see handout on Resource Guarding. Prey Drive/Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression/Bite history (other animal): In the prior home Mocha has killed multiple small animals (including possums, birds, and squirrels) that entered the yard. She should go to a home with no other animals. General Anxiety: Mocha owners reported that when left alone, she woould open closets and pull out the family clothes but would not destroy them. Training should focus on gradual departure desensitization, building independence skills, and providing appropriate enrichment to help reduce anxiety and prevent anxiety-driven destruction. Please see the handout on Destructive behavior/Separation anxiety. On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: Mocha is noted to be dog reactive. Training should emphasize increasing distance from other dogs, reinforcing engagement with the handler, and gradual counter-conditioning to reduce reactivity during walks. Please see the handout On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration.