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Zoe is at risk due to behavior concerns. Zoe was surrendered to the Care Centers following an altercation with two resident dogs in the home, which resulted in injuries to all dogs involved. The owner reported that Zoe had been reactive toward other dogs for some time. In the Care Centers, Zoe has been social with staff. Medically, Zoe has bite wounds that are in the process of healing but is otherwise currently healthy.

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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 Zoe is at risk due to behavior concerns. Zoe was surrendered to the Care Centers following an altercation with two resident dogs in the home, which resulted in injuries to all dogs involved. The owner reported that Zoe had been reactive toward other dogs for some time. In the Care Centers, Zoe has been social with staff. Medically, Zoe has bite wounds that are in the process of healing but is otherwise currently healthy.

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Weight: 56.7 lbs

Medical Notes

1/18/2026

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: approx 3-7 years based on dentition and conformation Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: agency, DOH-B and V Subjective: QAR prior to sedation Observed Behavior - timid, fearful prior to sedation Is there evidence of Cruelty? N Is there evidence of Neglect? N Is there evidence of Trauma? Y- wounds Objective T = np P = wnl R = wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: DNE, muzzled PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI, enlarged MGs, no MGTs, not lactating MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, many pinpoint puncture wounds dispersed throughout the body, mostly focused on the facial area. The right side of the face has approx 15 small puncture wounds, no d/c, the left side of the face has 7, mostly focused around the ear. The LF paw has 2 punctures, RF paw 3, RH paw has a puncture to digit 2 and the LHpaw has one to the metatarsal pad. The deepest punctures on on the LF paw between digit 2 and 3, probed wounds- approx 1-2mm. There is an additional puncture wound to the tail head region. P noted to have mild erythema and some scant serosang dc to the muzzle region CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment Bite wounds Prognosis: fair Plan: intake exam and tasks sedated for intake with 0.5mL dex/torb IM- light but adequate sedation. Muzzled as precaution Clipped and scrubbed areas with wounds Full blood to lab- check for results in 2 days (done as p already sedated and might require ongoing NSAIDs) carpro 4.4mg/kg SQ once today - can start oral tomorrow pm methadone 0.2mg/kg IM amoxi-clav 375mg PO BID x 10 days DOH hold visual recheck of wounds in 3 days awaiting sort SURGERY: Okay for surgery: N Temporary waiver due to bite wounds

1/20/2026

CBC: Hct 38.7 (L), WBC 19.7 (H), Neutrophils 17.001 (H) CHEM: Glucose 130 (H), SDMA 19 (H); creatinine 1.1 (N) and BUN 18 (N); AST 131 (H) T4: wnl Interpretation: -Mild anemia -Neutrophilic leukocytosis -SDMA elevation - ro pre-renal vs renal -AST elevation PLAN: No change in treatment plan, consider repeat bloodwork with placement in 1-3 months

1/21/2026

Recheck wounds - visual exam S/O: BAR, eating well, no c/s/v/d noted, no ocular or nasal discharge, eupneic; wounds on face/head appear stable with no notable swelling or discharge. A/P: Wounds stable; CTM while at QACC, recheck as scheduled

1/24/2026

Recheck wounds - BAR, no c/s/v/d noted, eupneic; wounds across face, head, and pinnae healing appropriately with no notable swelling or discharge. PLAN: Okay to d/c clavamox and carprofen, CTM while at QACC.

1/28/2026

On 1/28/2026 Zoe was examined. The patient has appropriate mentation at this time (no neurological signs present) and has not exhibited any neurological signs while at QACC.

2/1/2026

Rabies Vaccine // completed - R forelimb

Date of intake:: 1/18/2026

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: stray( limited History)

Date of assessment:: 1/22/2026

Summary:: 02/12/26: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: None/ Loose body Reactivity to humans: ignored /loose Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Explores room- loose body Call over: Readily approaches- Will approach/ seeks attention Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Allowed- Leans in soft body Exuberant handling: Tolerates touch/lip licks Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows- handler/ distracted Arousal comments: follows the handler but will be distracted by toy in handlers hand. Knock: No response Knock Comments: Toy: Hovers, body blocks, grumbles Toy comments: will tensely hold toys under paws hovering over it blocking dummy hand and grumbling. 01/22/26: Officer to a call to pick up Zoe from the owner’s residence following a bite incident. The owner reported that Zoe attacked two other dogs in the home, biting one on the elbow and the other on the neck which broke skin and drew blood. During the incident, Zoe also sustained injuries to the face. Officers stated she was bitten/scratched by the other dogs in the home. According to the owner, Zoe began displaying aggressive behavior during pregnancy, including increased barking and territorial behavior within the home. The owner stated that Zoe was kept confined to a room due to these behaviors. After giving birth, Zoe became increasingly more protective. On the day of the incident, when the owner entered the room where Zoe was being kept, the attacks on the other dogs occurred. Upon medical examination, it was discovered that Zoe had many pinpoint puncture wounds dispersed throughout the body, mostly focused on the facial area. Due to the concerning level Zoe escalations in the prior home the behavior department does not feel that she is a safe candidate for a behavior assessment.

Summary:: Due to Zoe prior history in the home with other dogs she will not be a appropriate candidate for Play group.

Summary (7):: 2/11/26: Zoe is at the front of her kennel and starts to bark as the handler approaches the kennel. She is leashed with ease and will walk to the yard on a loose leash. Once in the yard Zoe will search for treats that the handler tosses into piles of snow. She will briefly approach the handler with a loose frame when coaxed but will quickly turn away to continue sniffing. After awhile, she is returned to her kennel with no issue and is secured safely. 2/4/26: Zoe is at the front of her kennel with a loose body, is easily leashed and brought into the behavior office. Zoe is loose/wiggly and approaches staff for petting. Zoe will play with a toy on her own, tossing it into the air and catching, repeating this for some time. Zoe remains social in the office, and when going back to kennel did bark at another dog in the hallway, but refocused easily. 01/26/26: Zoe is standing at the front of her kennel with a soft, loose body and accepts treats from the handler through the gate. She allows the handler to leash her with ease and is escorted outside for a relief walk. While outside, Zoe maintains a soft, loose frame and briefly jumps up on the handler with excited but non threatening body language. She remains socially engaged and responsive throughout the walk. When session is complete Zoe is returned to her kennel safely without issues. 01/22/26 ((KSV):Zoe is sitting at the front of her kennel and accepts high value treats from the handler while performing a sit cue on request. Handler tosses additional treats toward the back of the kennel to encourage movement and engagement. Zoe is then provided with a kennel enrichment item. Handler exits the area, leaving Zoe calm, engaged, and secure in her kennel.

Date of intake:: 1/18/2026

Summary:: Officer stated while in their care she was calm in the crate but would bark on occasion.

Date of initial:: 1/18/2026

Summary:: timid, fearful prior to sedation

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13) we recommend that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. single-pet home - Due to the concerning behaviors that Zoe had in her prior home we recommend Zoe should be the only resident dog. Recommend no dog parks- we feel that Zoe should not visit dog parks due to escalation in her prior home with dogs. Place with a New Hope partner- Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Zoe be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home.

Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Bite history (dog)

Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding - While Zoe gave an appropriate warning of her discomfort (tense boy, hovers over toy), Zoe did show resource guarding 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 out of an abundance of concern that young children may not be able to recognize or respect Zoe's signals, we are caution about this observed behavior. Please see handout on resource guarding. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression - Guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is recommended to assess behavior after decompression in a new home environment. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing or exposing Zoe to new and unfamiliar situations. Please see handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression/Bite history (dog): Officer to a call to pick up Zoe from the owner’s residence following a bite incident. The owner reported that Zoe attacked two other dogs in the home, biting one on the elbow and the other on the neck which broke skin and drew blood. During the incident, Zoe also sustained injuries to the face. Officers stated she was bitten/scratched by the other dogs in the home. According to the owner, Zoe began displaying aggressive behavior during pregnancy, including increased barking and territorial behavior within the home. The owner stated that Zoe was kept confined to a room due to these behaviors. After giving birth, Zoe became increasingly more protective. On the day of the incident, when the owner entered the room where Zoe was being kept, the attacks on the other dogs occurred. Upon medical examination, it was discovered that Zoe had many pinpoint puncture wounds dispersed throughout the body, mostly focused on the facial area.