Date of intake:: 10/23/2024

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

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults

Behavior toward strangers:: friendly and outgoing with strangers.

Behavior toward children:: friendly and outgoing

Behavior toward dogs:: Unknown

Behavior toward cats:: Unknown

Resource guarding:: No known reports of resource guarding.

Bite history:: No known reports of bite history.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Scorpio is reported to have a very high energy level.

Other Notes:: He is not bothered by being held, disturbed, startled, pushed off furniture, feet touched or collar grabbed.

Date of assessment:: 10/25/2024

Summary:: 11/29/2024: Scorpio's behavior determination will remain the same due to his Arousal behavior remaining the same. During Scorpio reassessment, he began to muzzle punch the handler's leg when they were sitting down and excessively jump, and when distracted by the secondary handler he gripped the handler's thumb with his mouth with hard pressure letting go that did not break skin.*** 10/25/2024: ** Towards the end of the assessment he began to excessively jump on the handler and mouth the handler hand with mild pressure, stops when handler turns away** Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Medium pulling Reactivity to humans: Inconclusive- Didn't walk pass people Reactivity to dogs: Inconclusive- Didn't walk pass dogs Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Sniffs around room- salivating, teeth chattering, stiffens Call over: Readily approaches- loose body, allows petting but also will stiffen Sociability comments: Conflicted behavior Handling Soft handling: Allowed handling- jumps on handler, moved bac to position, leans into touch Exuberant handling: Allowed handling- rubs into handler Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows- checks in with handler Arousal comments: Knock: Approaches panting Knock Comments: Toy: Hover paws, body block Toy comments

Summary:: Although Scorpio was surrendered by their previous owner, there is no information available regarding their interactions with either familiar or unfamiliar dogs. 10/25/24: When off leash at the Care Center Scorpio is introduced to a male greeter dog. At the gate Scorpio approaches ears back, tail flagging. Scorpio offers pray bows before marking and then displacement scenting. The greeter male is moved to the back of the pen to make space for Scorpio to enter. Once in the pen Scorpio pulls towards the greeter male, tail flagging ears back. The meet face-to-face. When the greeter male scents Scorpio he grows stiff. The greeter male attempts to initiate play by play bowing. Scorpio begins to low growl. Quickly Scorpio low growl escalates to to a hard back and snap towards the greeter male. Scorpio is removed from the pen to avoid further stress.

Summary (5):: 12/08/24 (staff report): It is reported that Scorpio became a bit anxious on return to kennel and lowered himself to the ground, slowly crawling in. 12/06/24 (Trainer Note): Scorpio is standing at the front of the kennel with a neutral body as the handler approaches. He is easily leashed and pulls moderately until he hears a fan whirring. Scorpio pancakes against the ground. With verbal encouragement, he moves into the live room. Scorpio softens as soon as he can no longer hear the fan. He engages readily in the various enrichment before turning to the handler. Handler plays Doggie Zen with him to build impulse control. Scorpio engages readily, automatically sitting and looking at the handler by the end of the session. Another handler enters and Scorpio runs up, jumping onto them. He then jumps off and sits to solicit reinforcer. The handler gives him a treat before the initial handler releashes Scorpio. He moves with encouragement past the fan, walking normally once he can no longer hear it. Scorpio is returned to kennel without issue.

Summary (6):: 12/05/24 Scorpio is lying down on his kuranda bed when the handler approaches. Scorpio will allow for the handler to leash him, and they will proceed outside for a walk. Scorpio pancakes before exiting the facility, not willing to walk unless coaxed with a treat. Once he receives the treat he will commence walking. Scorpio displays a soft body as he trots moderately beside the handler. Scorpio will take treats gently when administered, sitting down on his when wanting one. Scorpio will lean in for pets, remaining soft and still, enjoy butt scratches. Scorpio is returned to the facility where he enters the building with no issue. When entering the kennel room, he will slightly pancake but quickly rise and continue walking to his kennel. He enters his kennel with no issue. 11/29/24: Scorpio was eating a snack as handlers approached the kennel. He then came towards the door and waited patiently to be leashed. He pulled on the way to the behavior room for his assessment. He was very curious and was sniffing everything around the room. He would get very distracted by sounds outside of the room. He was distracted while being handled, and did not bark when the handler knocked on door for the assessment. ( Please see handling assessment notes for more details.) 11/29/24 (Trainer Note): Scorpio is standing at the front of the kennel as the handler approaches. He is easily leashed and pulls moderately to the canine live room. Scorpio pancakes when being walked past the laundry room and the loud sounds of the dryer, but handler crouches down and he follows with a low body. Once in the live room Scorpio softens, allowing the handler to attach a drag leash. Scorpio maintains a loose body and leans into contact. He engages readily with the various enrichment items and is returned to kennel without issue.

Summary (7):: 11/19/24: Scorpio greets the handler at the front of his kennel door. Scorpio is easily leashed and escorted to the play yards. When on leash Scorpio will moderately pull a head of the handler. When in the yard Scorpio will jump on to the handlers or will offer sits for food. The handler will reward Scorpio for sitting. Scorpio spends the rest of his time investigating the yard. Scorpio is escorted back to his kennel where he is unleashed and secured without any issues. 11/12/24: Scorpio is standing at the front of the kennel with a loose body as the handler approaches. He is easily leashed and pulls mildly towards the play yards. He engages with mild interest in the enrichment items and shakes off. Scorpio leans into contact with a soft body, but begins to jump up onto the handler when they cease contact. He is easily redirected and returned to kennel without issue. 10/30/24: Scorpio greets the handler standing on the kennel door. As the handler opens the kennel door for leashing Scorpio will paw at the lead. The handler resets and is able to leash him easily. Scorpio is escorted out of the care center for walks. When on leash Scorpio will scent the ground while exploring his surroundings but will sometimes fixate on a scent and not want to move away from it. The handler will coax him and continue the walk. Scorpio will moderately pull throughout. Scorpio is escorted back to the care center and to his kennel. Upon entering Scorpio will attempt to plant himself down to avoid going in. The handler coaxes him with just enough leash pressure to get him into his kennel. Once in the handler jack pots him with treats and secures the kennel. 10/25/24: Scorpio is standing up at the front of his kennel and will start to jump up pawing at the glass when handler approaches. Handler will leash Scorpio and he's brought out and escorted to BT room. A drag leash will be placed on him and he's free to roam the room. Scorpio will display panting, ears are pant back, mouthiness with handlers, signs of anxiousness. Scorpio will be brought back to his kennel safely with no issues. 10/24/24: Scorpio is standing up on hind legs and will be leashed as he’s pawing at the glass. Scorpio will be brought to the play yard but due to Scorpio not being collared yet a drag leash will now be placed on him. Scorpio will walk around the yard on a lead exploring the yard territory marketing until he finds a spot to relieve himself. Scorpio will be escorted back to the care center and returned to his kennel safely.

Date of intake:: 10/23/2024

Summary:: allowed all handling.

Date of initial:: 10/23/2024

Summary:: Hyperactive, wide eyes, prefers to be in contact with person at all times. Allowed all handling, tre

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 4

Recommendations:: No children (under 13)

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13)- Due to Scorpio Potential behavior challenges we recommend he is placed in an adult only home at this time.

Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Basic manners/poor impulse control,Social hyperarousal,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition,Anxiety,Leash-biting

Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding- During the handling assessment Scorpio hovered of the assessor toy pawing and body blocks.It is essential to work on desensitizing her to having her possessions handled by using techniques like trading up for higher-value items and practicing "drop it" and "leave it". Please see handout on Resource guarding. Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition/Basic manners/poor impulse control/Social hyperarousal- in dogs is a state of heightened excitement and alertness triggered by social interactions or environmental stimuli, leading to behaviors like excessive barking, restlessness, jumping, mouthing, and pacing. Managing this condition involves consistent training with positive reinforcement, maintaining a structured routine, minimizing exposure to triggers, ensuring ample physical exercise, and providing mental stimulation through puzzle toys and interactive games. For severe cases, consulting a veterinary behaviorist or professional dog trainer is recommended. Please see the handout on Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition/Basic manners/poor impulse control/Social hyperarousal Anxiety- Scorpio displayed pacing panting behavior in the care center. Providing a calm, low-stimulation environment, both in and out of the kennel, will help minimize his stress. Mental and physical enrichment activities, such as puzzle toys and regular exercise, can redirect his anxious energy. Establishing a consistent daily routine will also provide structure and predictability, which can further alleviate anxiety. Please see the handout on Generalized anxiety. Leash-Biting- It is reported that Scorpio will leash bite when going back into his kennel.