Animal Profile

Bailey is on the at-risk list due to his bite history in the prior home and fearful defensive behavior when leashed. Bailey picked up aluminum foil from the ground When his prior owner tried to take it from his mouth, he bit them on their right thumb, breaking skin and resulting in bleeding. Bailey has demonstrated at the care center thrashing, and lead-biting, mirroring reports from his previous home where he resisted being collared, harnessed, or leashed. While he can present with a loose and wiggly body at kennel front, he often tenses, dodges, hard barking and snapping during leash attempts. Bailey has displayed social behavior soliciting attention when provided high-value treats. Medically Bailey is apparently healthy.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Due to the detailed behavior issues, this animal is only available for foster/adoption through one of ACC's New Hope Partners. If you are interested in adopting or fostering, please fill out the pre-screener form. This animal is not directly available for adoption through ACC and is only available by completing the pre-screener form.Adoption inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Bailey is on the at-risk list due to his bite history in the prior home and fearful defensive behavior when leashed. Bailey picked up aluminum foil from the ground When his prior owner tried to take it from his mouth, he bit them on their right thumb, breaking skin and resulting in bleeding. Bailey has demonstrated at the care center thrashing, and lead-biting, mirroring reports from his previous home where he resisted being collared, harnessed, or leashed. While he can present with a loose and wiggly body at kennel front, he often tenses, dodges, hard barking and snapping during leash attempts. Bailey has displayed social behavior soliciting attention when provided high-value treats. Medically Bailey is apparently healthy. Bailey was surrendered to the care center by his owners due to escalating behaviors. He resists being collared, harnessed, or leashed, often growling, snapping, and baring his teeth. Despite these challenges, Bailey is described as playful and very active, preferring contact on his own terms and showing a degree of independence. His behavior at the care center mirrors what was observed in his previous home. Bailey displays stress-related behaviors, including leash avoidance, thrashing, and biting the lead. He often backs away or dodges attempts to leash him and will hard bark or nibble on the lead out of frustration. In the training room, Bailey exhibits displacement behaviors, such as scratching and circling, but relaxes when given high-value treats and will solicit more from the handler. Bailey is available for rescue through placement with a New Hope partner.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 20 lbs

Medical Notes

10/16/2024

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3-4y Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Brought in by police overnight, minimal history Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Head shy and tense, but warms up seeking attention. When approached for handling becomes tense again. Growling during muzzle application, remains frozen for all tasks. Allows petting again after exam. Interested in cheese. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Neglect seen-no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: not examined due to muzzle 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, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal external Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks neuter new home needs behavior assessment trazodone 50mg PO BID indefinitely to help reduce in shelter FAS SURGERY: Okay for surgery

10/22/2024

Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by offsite vet. Medical record uploaded to Vet Documents. Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision. Start: 1 tablet carprofen 25 mg sid po x 2 days as pain management As offsite vet: superficial abrasion on nose

12/20/2024

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: dentition and conformation consistent w prior reported age of 3 years Microchip noted on Intake? scanned positive History: o surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - warmed up with some handling, allowed for handling and tasks Is there evidence of Cruelty? N Is there evidence of Neglect? N Is there evidence of Trauma? N Objective T = NP P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild wear and staining to visible dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: DRENP, externally wnl Assessment APH Prognosis: good Plan: intake exam and tasks awaiting sort SURGERY: Okay for surgery: N, prior altered

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Date of Intake: 12/19/2024

Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered

Basic Information:: Bailey is a 3 y/o, male, neutered, SMB with no injuries nor health problems noted. His most recent veterinary care was in October 2024 at ACC. Bailey was rehomed to his previous owner, nine months ago and was surrendered due to his aggression.

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 1 Cat

How is this dog around strangers?: Noted to growl, hard bark, and lunge.

How is this dog around children?: Noted to be playful with children he sees outside when on walks.

How is this dog around other dogs?: Noted to be friendly and playful with familiar dogs he sees on/off leash when on walks. Noted to growl, hard bark, and lunge at unfamiliar dogs he sees on/off leash when on walks.

How is this dog around cats?: Noted to alert bark and chase the DSH he lived with.

Resource guarding:: Noted to growl, snap, and bite if attempting to take away or touch his food, treats, and toys.

Bite history:: October 26, 2024 The previous owner's, adult daughter, was walking him on the leash when he picked up aluminum foil from the ground. When she tried to take it from his mouth, he bit her on her right thumb, breaking her skin and resulting in bleeding. She went to urgent care and was given antibiotics, a vaccine, and ointment.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Very high (more active than most)

Other Notes:: Bailey has general anxiety. He jumps up often non-stop. He is fearful of loud noises. He takes treats roughly. He snaps and attempts to bite when trying to collar and leash him. When on walks, he growls, barks, snaps, and lunges at strangers, unfamiliar dogs, and moving objects. He isn't bothered when disturbed nor when his paws are touched. He is fearful when startled and moved off the furniture. He barks, snaps, and attempts to bite when restrained.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: Noted none.

For a New Family to Know: Bailey is described as being playful and very active. He prefers contact on his terms and can be independent. He spent most of his time with people in the living room or in the kitchen. He does not allow his family to bathe/brush him. He snaps. He has never been crated. Car rides make him nervous; he throws up. He responds to the following cues: come here, excuse me and go to bed. He loves bones, treats and his plushy buzz and goofy stuff animal. He eats Purina wet and dry food and sometimes Cesar, dry food. He does not have accidents in the home.

Date of intake:: 12/19/2024

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

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 1 Cat

Behavior toward strangers:: growl, hard bark, and lunge.

Behavior toward children:: playful with children he sees outside when on walks.

Behavior toward dogs:: Friendly and playful with familiar dogs on/off leash during walks. Growls, barks, and lunges at unfa

Behavior toward cats:: alert bark and chase the DSH he lived with.

Resource guarding:: Noted to growl, snap, and bite if attempting to take away or touch his food, treats, and toys.

Bite history:: The previous owner's, adult child, was walking him on the leash when he picked up aluminum foil from the ground. When they tried to take it from his mouth, he bit them on their right thumb, breaking skin and resulting in bleeding. They went to urgent care and was given antibiotics, a vaccine, and ointment.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Baily is reported to have a Very high (more active than most)

Other Notes:: Bailey has general anxiety. He jumps up often non-stop. He is fearful of loud noises. He takes treats roughly. He snaps and attempts to bite when trying to collar and leash him. When on walks, he growls, barks, snaps, and lunges at strangers, unfamiliar dogs, and moving objects. He isn't bothered when disturbed nor when his paws are touched. He is fearful when startled and moved off the furniture. He barks, snaps, and attempts to bite when restrained. He does not allow his family to bathe/brush him. He snaps. does not allow the family to collar him, put a harness on him, or leash him without growling, snapping, and baring teeth. He used to play and sleep next to their residential cat. Since reclaiming, he chases and snaps at the cat. The cat is now kept in a separate roo

Date of assessment:: 12/24/2024

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Snaps at handler hand when taking out of kennel Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Explores- leans into handler, allows petting Call over: Readily approaches- wags tail leans in for touch Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Allowed- leans into touch, soft body, looks at handlers Exuberant handling: Allowed- leans into touch, soft body, looks at handlers Handling comments: Noted to be sensitive when the handler touches his lower back Arousal Jog: Folow-bouncy Arousal comments: Knock: APproaches- soft body Knock Comments: Toy: Grips loose walks away Toy comments:

Summary (6):: 12/28/24: (PM) Bailey is at the front of his kennel as handler apogees. He approached the front of the kennel as the handler went toss clip her his collar. He was able to be clipped with ease and walked to the behavior room with no issues. He likes the high value chicken treats and canned cheese. He would jump up to receive pets from the handler. He was able to be brought back and enter his kennel and be unclipped with no issues. 12/28/24: Bailey approached the front door to his kennel as handler approached, with a loose body and wagging tail. As the handler slowly guiding the lead inside, Bailey tensed up and froze still as the handler tried to leash him. He was able be leashed on the second try as he was scratching his collar with his head down low. Once leashed, he froze and had his body facing away from the front of the kennel. He was able to walk to the behavior room and transferred to a drag lead with no issues. He engaged in licking cheese off the couch, and would hop on his hind legs with a loose wiggly body while interacting with the handlers. He would show his belly to receive belly rubs as well. He was able to be taken back to his kennel safely with the drag lead and was comfortable being unclipped while in kennel. 12/27/24: Bailey is standing at the front of his kennel as handler approached. He had a stiff body// and still tail as the handler unlocked the door. He then started to hesitate and scratch at his collar the leash a lot each time the handler tried to get the lead closer to him. Once leashed, he snapped at the lead a few times before walking to the behavior room. In the room, he stayed on lead and was sniffing and exploring the room. He also took some ham that was given to him and loved to lick the spray can cheese off the couch. He was able to be brought back and enter his kennel with no issues.

Summary (7):: 12/26/24: Bailey is standing at the front of his kennel as handler approached. He had a loose body and wagging tail as the handler unlocked the door. He then started to doge the leash a lot each time the handler tried to get the lead closer to him. Another handler tried to help by using treats and a squeaky toy to distract him. Each time the leash got closer, he would start scratch his collar, jump up and was leash biting. The handlers then took a break and came back. Bailey then had a low body position and his head low for the handler to be able to leash him. Once leashed, he snapped at the lead a few times before walking to the behavior room. In the room, he stayed on lead and was greeting all the handlers with jumping. He would chase his tail in circles every few seconds. He was able to be brought back and enter his kennel with no issues. 12/24/24 Bailey is standing in front of his kennel door with a loose frame. His tail is wagging while displaying a wiggly body. The handler unlocks the kennel door and Bailey walks forward. Bailey sees the lead and slowly backs into his kennel. Bailey displays wide eyes as he ducks and dodges the handler's lead. Bailey will become frustrated, hard barking at the handler. The handler will squeak a squeaky toy which distracts Bailey for a bit, but he will then nibble on the lead if its too close to him. Two more handlers will approach, to assist. One of the handlers will squeak a toy as the other calls out his name. In the midst of that, he begins to urinate. As he is urinating, the handler leashes him, proceeding to the training room. Bailey enters the room, thrashing on lead attempting to be free. The handler will walk over to the couch and sit with Bailey as he trots over. Bailey will begin to displace, scratching behind his ear intensely as the handler attempts to clip his collar. The handler will attempt again, and Bailey runs in circles, chasing his tail. The handler will retrieve high value treats and toss them to Bailey in order to make him comfortable. Bailey will collect the high value treats from the ground, visibly appearing relaxed. He will solicit more from the handler and the handler administers some more to him in which he takes roughly. Bailey will then pull towards the door and bite the lead when feeling pressure around his neck. Bailey is returned to his kennel where he will trot over to his kennel with no issue. Bailey enters his kennel and the handler grabs a hook to retrieve their lead. Bailey will move around in kennel, ducking and dodging the hook. The handler will finally take the lead off after some time.

Date of intake:: 12/19/2024

Date of initial:: 12/20/2024

Summary:: warmed up with some handling, allowed for handling and 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 Bailey's Potential and bite history we recommend he be placed in an adult-only home. No cats- alert bark and chase the DSH he lived with. Place with a New Hope partner-Bailey was surrendered to the care center by his owners due to escalating behaviors. He resists being collared, harnessed, or leashed, often growling, snapping, and baring his teeth. Despite these challenges, Bailey is described as playful and very active, preferring contact on his own terms and showing a degree of independence. His behavior at the care center mirrors what was observed in his previous home. Bailey displays stress-related behaviors, including leash avoidance, thrashing, and biting the lead. He often backs away or dodges attempts to leash him and will hard bark or nibble on the lead out of frustration. In the training room, Bailey exhibits displacement behaviors, such as scratching and circling, but relaxes when given high-value treats and will solicit more from the handler. .Bailey's fear and sensitivity make him a candidate for placement with a New Hope partner who can provide structured training and a consistent, low-stress environment to help him build trust and confidence.

Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Basic manners/poor impulse control,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition,Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Bite history (human)

Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding- In the prior home he is noted to growl, snap, and bite if attempting to take away or touch his food, treats, and toys.To address resource guarding, a structured training plan should focus on desensitization and counter-conditioning. Start by creating a secure environment for the dog. Gradually introduce people near his resources without taking them away, rewarding calm behavior with treats and praise. Slowly progress to gently touching the items while continuing to reward positive responses. Over time, increase interaction levels, such as briefly picking up the item and immediately returning it, always reinforcing with high-value treats and positive reinforcement. Please see the handout on Resource guarding. Bite history (human)/Fearful/potential for defensive aggression- The previous owner's, adult child, was walking him on the leash when he picked up aluminum foil from the ground. When they tried to take it from his mouth, he bit them on their right thumb, breaking skin and resulting in bleeding. They went to urgent care and was given antibiotics, a vaccine, and ointment.To address Bailey’s defensive aggression, start with desensitization and counter-conditioning. Anxiety- Bailey prior home it is reported that he has general anxiety and is He is fearful of loud noises. He is fearful when startled and moved off the furniture Basic manners/poor impulse control- He is reported to jumps up often non-stop. Handling/touch sensitivity- He snaps and attempts to bite when trying to collar and leash him. He barks, snaps, and attempts to bite when restrained. He does not allow his family to bathe/brush him,He snaps.Gradually get Bailey used to being touched and handled through desensitization. Start with brief, gentle touches and reward him for staying calm. Slowly increase the duration and intensity of handling. Pair handling with positive experiences, like treats or playtime, to help Bailey associate being touched with good things, reducing his touch sensitivity. Poor bite inhibition- He is reported to takes treats roughly. n: Teach Bailey to take treats gently by offering treats in a closed fist and only opening your hand when he is calm and gentle. Reward him for taking treats softly. This will help him develop better bite inhibition and reduce the roughness with which he takes treats On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration- When on walks, he growls, barks, snaps, and lunges at strangers, unfamiliar dogs, and moving objects. He isn't bothered when disturbed nor when his paws are touched.Practice controlled exposure by walking Bailey at a distance from his triggers, rewarding calm behavior. Gradually decrease the distance as he becomes more comfortable. Teach Bailey to focus on you during walks using commands like “watch me” or “look.”