Date of intake:: 11/6/2025

Spay/Neuter status:: Yes

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (3 months)

Previously lived with:: at least 1 adult, 1 cat

Behavior toward strangers:: bark, shy/contact on own terms

Behavior toward children:: unknown

Behavior toward dogs:: unknown

Behavior toward cats:: hard bark, growl, lunge

Resource guarding:: No known reports of Resource guarding.

Bite history:: Princeton was reported to have bitten his previous owner 2 times while in their care. First incident: occurred first day in the home. Princeton was reported to be pulling on the lead during a walk. The owner stated that they were unsure if Princeton was attempting leash bite but Princeton bit the owner's arm and held on. There was no broken skin. Second incident: While at a dog park, the owner left Princeton alone and he jumped up and nipped him on the arm. Did not break skin.

Housetrained:: No

Energy level/descriptors:: Princeton is known to have a medium energy level in the prior home.

Other Notes:: November 2025: Second stay; owner surrender (~3 months) Princeton is reported to jump up non-stop, have general and separation anxiety, jump up and bite the leash, and have destructive tendencies. He is fearful when held/restrained, startled, and when his collar is grabbed. He isn't bothered when he is disturbed while sleeping or pushed/pulled off furniture. Princeton doesn't allow the family to bathe and brush him. He goes on 45 min walks 1-2x daily with mild to moderate pulling and is crate trained up to 2- 3 hours. Getting in the car makes him nervous. Princeton hard barks and lunges at smaller animals and people. September 2025: First Stay; surrendered as a stray that spent a limited time in his finder's home. Princeton will use the bathroom on a wee-wee pad and outside. He pulls hard on the lead, level 5, will pull towards people trying to greet them. Princeton tends to be anxious when left alone. Princeton isn't bothered when held/restrained, disturbed while resting/sleeping, startled, feet/paws are touched, or his collar is grabbed/touched. Princeton is social and affectionate. He is also very active and playful. Princeton prefers to be around the areas where any people are. He loves bath time/water and allows brushing or any grooming. Princeton pulls hard on the leash. Princeton is used to 2 walks a day for about 30 mins. Princeton has never been crate trained. Princeton knows the cues of sit, stay and paw. Princeton loves to cuddle and spend time with the other dog and share his toys with her, he's very gentle with her. He also loves squeak toys a whole bunch according to previous owner and going for car rides.

Date of assessment:: 11/12/2025

Summary:: Due to Prince's concerning level of arousal in the previous adopter's home, which included two bite incidents, including a bite and hold that didn't break skin, a handling assessment has not been attempted at this time. *Older assessment available upon request*

Summary:: **Returned 11/25** According to Princeton's previous owner(s), he has not spent time around dogs so behavior is unknown. 11/12/25 Princeton is introduced to a female helper dog while off leash at the care center. Princeton approaches the gate initially with a loose, wiggly frame, offering bounces along the gate line. Princeton is guided into the pen to meet the female dog, face-to-face. Princeton approaches the female dog appearing sexually motivated, immediately sniffing her genitals displaying hyper-salivation. The female dog will move away, remaining soft, soliciting play by offering bounces and play bows and Princeton will mirror her movements. Princeton will paw her shoulder in between the exchange of body contact. Princeton appears to be a cooperative player, chasing the female dog when she wants to be chase and exchanging body contact when the female dog solicits it. They are separated in order for them to take a break, Princeton will shake off before being returned to kennel. This concludes the interaction. According to Princeton's previous owner(s), Princeton is friendly and outgoing with familiar dogs. Princeton is shy and prefers contact on his own terms with unfamiliar dogs on and off the leash. 09/11/25 Princeton is introduced at the gate to a female helper dog while off leash at the care center. Princeton will approach the gate with a soft, wiggly frame, offering bounces along the gate line. Princeton is moved to the back of his pen, allowing the helper dog inside. They will approach each other with soft, wiggly bodies, sniffing each other and engaging in chase play. They make minimal body contact and they remain bouncy. Princeton will displays slight chin overs as well as paws to her shoulder soliciting play. After a while, the helper dog becomes mouthy and Princeton is tolerant. Both dogs are separated and returned to kennel, concluding the interaction.

Summary (6):: 11/25/25 (Trainer Note): Princeton is laying down at the back of his kennel as the handler approaches. He is easily leashed and pulls moderately to the canine training room. The handler works with Princeton on relaxation protocol on a mat, the 123 game, and take a breath. He engages with interest, allowing the handler to back away from and move around him on the mat. Princeton is easily leashed and returned to kennel without issue. 11/18/25 (Trainer Note): Princeton is standing at the front of his kennel with a moderate pant and dilated pupils as the handler approaches. The handler uses treats to lure him through the leash and Princeton follows without issue. He pulls moderately outside. Princeton intermittently jumps up onto the handler. The handler begins to condition the 123 game and Princeton decreases his jumping. The handler then pulls him off to the side and shapes take a breath. Princeton participates readily. He walks with minimal pulling back to the care center. As Princeton enters the building, he begins to pull hard. Princeton enters the kennel without issue.

Summary (7):: 11/13/25 (PG note): Princeton is standing at the front of his kennel and initially attempts to leash bite, grabbing the leash and releasing it before the handler is able to place it fully over his head. After brief redirection, he allows leashing and is escorted to the play yard to meet a female playmate. Inside the yard, a drag leash is placed on him. At the greeting gate, Princeton displays a loose and wiggly body, tail wagging, and offers play bows toward his playmate. When the gate is opened, he engages in appropriate play bowing and pouncing while matching his playmate’s play style. When the session is complete, Princeton is returned to his kennel safely without any issues. See Dog to Dog notes for more details. 11/8/25 (KSV): Princeton is standing at the front of his kennel barking and jumping at the door while handler is completing a KSV with another dog. Handler marks and rewards with tossed treats once Princeton is quiet and not jumping. Handler begins auto check in exercise waiting for Princeton to calmly re-engage with handler before marking and tossing treats to allow him to opt back in. Princeton checks in with handler and readily retrieves treats and opts back in. Princeton sits on cue for handler and engages with handler. Handler present target stick and Princeton immediately sniff to investigate which the marks and rewards. Princeton consistently brings his nose to the target stick and maintains a loose body. After a few rounds, Princeton begins barking and becoming over aroused, jumping around his kennel. Handler marks for quiet behavior and asks for a sit, which Princeton engages with before ending the interaction. 9/17/25: Princeton is standing upright at the front of his kennel when the handler approaches. He is easily leashed and when taken outside, he does not react to other dogs beyond a couple stares. He attempts to sniff other staff members and walks with a steady pace. When bringing him back to the cage, he is encouraged to go inside as there is a little hesitation. Taking the leash off is quick and smooth. 9/11/25: Princeton is siting in his kennel with a tense body as the handler approaches. He is able to come forward and is leashed with ease. He then pulls hard on the way back to the play yard for play group. In the yard , he has a tense body as he explores around. He then becomes loose and wiggly and begins to play bow as he greets the other dog at the gate. He is able to interact and play with the other dog around both pens. Please see dog to dog notes for more details. He pulls hard on the way back to his kennel and enters with no issues.

Date of intake:: 11/6/2025

Summary:: very friendly and outgoing he allowed handling

Date of initial:: 11/7/2025

Summary:: mildly nervous, warms up to interaction, loves treats, tolerated all tasks

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Princeton's bite history, low threshold for arousal, leash biting, fearfulness, handling/touch sensitvity, and seperation anxiety, we recommend an adult only home. No cats: Princeton was reported to bark, growl, and lunge at the resident cat. We recommend that Princeton be placed in a home wihtout cats or other smaller animals. Place with a New Hope Partner: Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Princeton be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow him to acclimate comfortably to his new environment; force-free, reward-based training only is advised when introducing Princeton to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior he presents with outside of the care centers.

Potential challenges: : House soiling,Destructive behavior,Basic manners/poor impulse control,Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Separation anxiety,Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Leash-biting,Bite history (human),Low threshold for arousal,Strength/leash pulling

Potential challenges comments:: House soiling: Princeton is reported not to be house-trained and will likely need guidance with house training. We recommend positive reinforcement, reward-based training only. Accidents should never be punished as this will likely make the problem worse. Please see handout on House Soiling. Basic manners/poor impulse control: Orincteon was reported to jump up nonstop in the previous home. Please see the handbook on Basic Manners/poor impulse control. Fearful: Princeton is noted to be timid and prefers to approach people on his own terms. He displays subtle stress signals such as whale eyes and lip licking, which indicate discomfort or uncertainty in social interactions. Training should focus on building trust through gentle, low-pressure engagement and reinforcing calm, confident behavior. Please see the handout on decompression period. Low threshold for arousal| Bite History (human): Princeton was reported to have bitten his previous owner twice. The first incident was a bite and hold to their arm and the other was a nip to their arm. Separation Anxiety | Destructive Behavior: Princeton tends to become anxious when left alone, which may manifest in restlessness, vocalizing, or other stress-related behaviors. His previous owner reported destructive tendencies in the previous home, but it is unclear if this manifested when left alone in the home or in general. A gradual desensitization to separation, paired with enrichment and a predictable routine, can help reduce his anxiety and build independence. Please see the handout on Separation Anxiety & Destructive Behavior. Anxiety: Princeton was reported to experience generalized anxiety in the previous home. Please see handout on Generalized Anxiety. On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: Princreton is reported to hard bark and lunge at smaller animals and people. Leash-Biting: During the jog portion of his handling assessment, Princeton engaged in leash-biting, likely due to overstimulation or frustration. This behavior was also reported in his previous home. Training should include impulse control exercises, redirection to toys, and reinforcing calm behavior during walks to reduce this behavior. Please see the handout on Leash-Biting & Arousal Strength / Leash Pulling: Princeton pulls hard on the leash and often pulls toward people in an attempt to greet them. This behavior indicates strong physicality and poor leash manners. Training should focus on loose-leash walking techniques, using appropriate walking tools, and reinforcing polite greeting behavior to improve control and safety. Please see the handout on Strength / Leash Pulling.