Animal Profile

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.

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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 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. Meet Zues a handsome large grey male with a heart of gold! Zues is a social, affectionate, and smart boy who quickly adjusts to new environments and loves to be where the action is. He is housetrained, knows basic cues like "sit," "stay," and "go," and enjoys playing with his favorite squishy ball. His previous owner noted he is very understanding and listens well. Zues' ideal home is an active one-on-one environment where he can thrive with plenty of playtime and attention. Zues would do best in a home prepared to manage his chicken allergy and perhaps work on his excitement-related "pee" accidents. While he can be startled and exhibits some anxiety when left alone, his overall sunny disposition makes him a wonderful companion. This loving boy is ready for his forever home. If you have an active household and are looking for a playful and loyal friend, Zues might be the perfect addition to your family.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 66 lbs

Medical Notes

10/29/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Reported 5y, exam agrees Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Initially wiggly and seeking attention, but becomes tense when approached by examiner. Allows placement of muzzle, but then continuously trying to flee from examination. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Neglect seen-no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears AU inflamed canals with flaky dc, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzle in place PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, inflamed skin in inguinal area with papules and crusting CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal external Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment dermatitis otitis externa Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks simplera 1 tube AU 200mg cefpodoxime PO SID x14d SURGERY: Okay for surgery

10/30/2025

highly anxious - persistently panting, pacing, vocalizing, and seeking exit Starting trazodone 250mg PO BID indefinitely

11/7/2025

SO: BAR, comes to kennel door wagging tail eent: eyes clear, serous nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, repeated sniffling and sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: CIRDC P: 300mg doxycycline PO SID x10d 30mg cerenia PO SID x4d

11/16/2025

No CIRDC symptoms

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Basic Information:: Name: Zues Age: 3-6 years old Color: Grey Sex: Male Altered: No Size: Large/ Grande Surrender Reason: Allergy and health issues and he needs a more active one on one with owner. Length of time owned: 1 month Where the previous owner got this dog: Rescue from another owner

Previously lived with:: Lived with: Adults, Children, Cats, Other Dogs Additional info: Family with kids unspecified ; Great

How is this dog around strangers?: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful

How is this dog around children?: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Tolerant

How is this dog around other dogs?: Familiar dogs: Playful, Friendly & Outgoing, Lunges Unfamiliar dogs - on leash: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Lunges Unfamiliar dogs - off leash: Playful, Friendly & Outgoing, Lunges

How is this dog around cats?: Cats: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Lunges Other Animals: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Lunges

Resource guarding:: Valuable items: Toys, Treats (bones, rawhides, etc.), Food Reaction: Unknown/Never attempted to touch or take items

Bite history:: None reported.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: High (often playful/busy)

Other Notes:: Goes potty on: Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.) Accident frequency: Very rarely Additional info: Pee if he drank too much water and cannot hold it or is too excited Behavior concerns: General anxiety (paces, whines, unable to settle), Anxious when left alone Additional info: Not reported Reacts to on walks: Strangers that approach you/family members, Cats, Small animals (squirrels, birds, rats, etc.), Large dogs, Small dogs Reaction type: Lunging Additional info: Not reported How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Isn't bothered - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Isn't bothered - Startled: Isn't bothered, Fearful - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Isn't bothered - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes

Medical Notes: Medical info: Was thrown off a building when young but unspecified exact injuries Allergies: Yes Allergy info: Allergic to chicken as well as sensitive skin Veterinarian: N/A Last vet check: 10/22/2025

For a New Family to Know: Description of this dog most of the time: Social/Affectionate, Very active & Playful Where the dog spent most time: Where people are, Living room Additional info: Not reported For grooming, this dog: Allows owner/family to bathe and brush Additional info: Not reported Walks on leash rating: 3 - Mild to moderate pulling Walk Frequency: 3-4 times per day Walk length of time: 20 minutes Crate trained: Used to be crated, does not need it now, ahora no lo necesita Hours in crate: 0 Type of crate: Big ones During car rides, this dog: Unsure Additional info: Not reported This dog knows the following cues: Sit down ; Put it down Stay Wait Go Previous owner's favorite things about the dog: Super understanding and smart ; Listens right away depending on day Adjusts right away Super playful never aggressive This dog's favorite activities/toys/food/snacks: Squishy ball ; Loves dog crackers Type of food the dog eats: Both wet and dry food Brand of food: Pedigree or homemade mixed

Date of intake:: 10/28/2025

Spay/Neuter status:: No

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (1 month)

Previously lived with:: Adults, Children, Cats, Other Dogs

Behavior toward strangers:: Zues is friendly and outgoing

Behavior toward children:: Zues is friendly and outgoing

Behavior toward dogs:: Zues will lunge at familiar and unfamiliar dogs, can be friendly

Behavior toward cats:: Zues will lunge, can be friendly

Resource guarding:: None reported

Bite history:: None reported

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: High (often playful/busy)

Other Notes:: Familiar dogs: Playful, Friendly & Outgoing, Lunges Unfamiliar dogs - on leash: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Lunges Unfamiliar dogs - off leash: Playful, Friendly & Outgoing, Lunges Cats: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Lunges Goes potty on: Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.) Accident frequency: Very rarely Additional info: Pee if he drank too much water and cannot hold it or is too excited Behavior concerns: General anxiety (paces, whines, unable to settle), Anxious when left alone Additional info: Not reported Reacts to on walks: Strangers that approach you/family members, Cats, Small animals (squirrels, birds, rats, etc.), Large dogs, Small dogs Reaction type: Lunging How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Isn't bothered - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Isn't bothered - Startled: Isn't bothered, Fearful - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Isn't bothered - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered

Date of assessment:: 10/30/2025

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Hard Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: Moderate Leash walking comments: Tense body and pulls hard towards other dogs, not easily redirectable Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Call over: Sociability comments: Soft handling: Tolerates contact Exuberant handling: Tolerates contact Comments: Tense body Arousal Jog comments: Follows handler readily Knock Knock comments: No approach Toy Toy comments: Becomes tense and moves the toy away

Summary:: 11/4/25: Zues greets another dog at the gate with a neutral body and wagging tail. He growls while playbowing.

Summary (7):: 11/15/25: Zeus is at the front of the kennel with a soft body. He is easily leashed and taken out of the kennel. He walks to the elevator where he stands infront of the handler and looks to them with a soft body and a soft wagging tail. He is offered treats and takes them gently. Zues is brought downstairs to the street where he does not pull. He walks beside the handler with a loose leash and body. He checks in with the handler and takes treats gently. People pass and Zues ignores them. A familiar handler approaches and he sniffs them. Zues is called away and he sits at the primary handler's feet for treats. Zues is then walked back to the shelter and towards his kennel. He approaches familiar staff with a soft body and is then returned to kennel without issue. 11/11/25: It is reported on the behavior board that Zues kennel fought on the way back to his kennel. 11/9/25: Zeus is standing at the front of his kennel as handler approaches. He begins to bark and vocalize as the handler unlocks the door. He is able to be leashed and he pulls on h way outside for a walk. On the walk, he would have tense body as she would hard stare and try to pull towards dogs. He is unbale to be redirected with treats or toys. He then pulls hard on the way to the behavior room for his assessment. In the room, he has a loose body and wagging tail as he would approach the handlers to receive treats and pets. Please see behavior assessment notes for more details. He pulls hard on the way back to his kennel with no issues. 11/1/25: It is reported on the behavior board that Zues is leash biting. 10/30/25: Zues is at the front of his kennel as handler approaches, he is leashed while distracted with treats and taken to the street for his walk. While outside he pulls mildly and passes people on the street without issue and occasionally stops to relieve himself on his walk. After walking for a bit he is brought back inside and taken to the behavior office for his assessment, once complete he is brought back to kennel and returns without further issue.

Date of intake:: 10/28/2025

Summary:: Loose body, allowed petting

Date of initial:: 10/29/2025

Summary:: Initially wiggly and seeking attention, but becomes tense when approached by examiner.

ENERGY LEVEL:: Zues is described as active and enthusiastic. They will need daily mental and physical activity to keep them engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct their energy and enthusiasm. We recommend feeding with puzzle feeders and food-dispensing toys. And we recommend using force-free, reward-based training techniques for Zues.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to high levels of anxiety we recommend an adult only home. No Cats: Due to lunging towards cats while on leash we recommend a home with no cats. Single Pet Home/ No Dog Park: Due to lunging towards familiar and unfamiliar dogs we recommend a single pet home that make 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: : Resource guarding,Fearful,Separation anxiety,Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Leash-biting

Potential challenges comments:: Resource Guarding: Zues has been obsvered to become tense and move away with a toy in his possession. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Zues mouth, and any time something is removed they should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. Please see handout on Resource Guarding. Fearful: Zues' previous owners stated that he is fearful when startled. It is important to move slowly with Zues, 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. Separation Anxiety/ Anxiety: Zues' previous owners stated that he is anxious in the home and anxious when left alone. However, they did not give details of how this anxiety displayed itself During his assessment Zues was obsvered to be panting, pacing and vocalizing persistently throughout the interaction. Also seeking exit and being unable to be redirected. Zues also becomes frantic to return to the door when the handler moves him away. If Zues displays anxious behavior in their future home, we recommend puzzle toys, long walks, and giving them other things to focus on to alleviate their anxiety. Positive reinforcement, force-free training should be used. Please see handout on Generalized Anxiety. Please see handout on Separation Anxiety. On Leash Reactivity: Zues' previous owners stated that he will lunge towards strangers that approach, cats, small animals and dogs. During his stay in the care center Zues is obsvered to become tense and pull hard towards other dogs. Zues will need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach them to look at you rather than dogs and other stimuli. We recommend a front clip harness to help manage this behavior. Please see handout on On Leash Reactivity and Barrier Frustration. Leash Biting: It is reported that Zues is biting the leash. We recommend walking them with a toy to dissuade them from grabbing the leash. Positive reinforcement, force-free training is advised to teach them to focus on you rather than grabbing the leash. Please see handout on Leash Manners.