Date of intake:: 6/3/2026

Spay/Neuter status:: Yes

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender (2 years)

Previously lived with:: 3 children, 4 adults 3 cats and for a while 1 dog

Behavior toward strangers:: Shy/Contact on their terms, Alert barks

Behavior toward children:: Playful, Friendly & Outgoing, Shy/Contact on their terms

Behavior toward dogs:: on leash, snaps, Lunges, Hard barks and/or growls. off leash Shy/Contact on their terms, Tolerant

Behavior toward cats:: Playful, Friendly & Outgoing

Resource guarding:: It is reported that in the previous home Bruno would become tense and hover when his toys were approached.

Bite history:: Bruno has a bite to another LMB dog. This was a bite and shake which did not break the skin. Bruno has a bite to a person in the home. The bite did not break the skin. No other details provided.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: In the home Bruno is reported to have a medium energy level.

Other Notes:: Goes potty on: Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.) Accident frequency: Few times a month Additional info: When left alone for a long time he gets very anxious and will pee on the floor. Rarely poops unless he really needs to go. Behavior concerns: General anxiety (paces, whines, unable to settle), Jumps up and bites/chews leash during walks, Pulls hard on leash, Anxious when left alone, Barks a lot Reacts to on walks: Moving objects (bikes, skateboards, cars, etc.), Large dogs Reaction type: Shows teeth/Lifts lips, Growling/Hard barking How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Fearful - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Isn't bothered - Startled: Isn't bothered - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Isn't bothered - Collar grabbed/touched: Snaps

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild - Moderate Reactivity to humans: None - ignores Reactivity to dogs: Moderate - barking and lunging, recovers once out of sight Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Moderately social - stays near handlers Call over: Approaches readily Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Accepts - soft body Exuberant handling: Accepts - soft body Comments: Arousal Jog: Engages in play Arousal comments: Knock: Approaches, loose Knock Comments: Toy: Grips, relinquishes Toy comments:

Summary:: 6/7: When being walked past the yard with a M LMB dog, Bruno begins snarling and lunging. Handler quickly moves by and Bruno shakes off once in the lot.

Summary (1):: Description of this dog most of the time: Lazy/Couch potato, Social/Affectionate Where the dog spent most time: Where people are, Bedroom For grooming, this dog: Goes to the groomer, Allows owner/family to bathe and brush, Allows owner/family to trim nails Walks on leash rating: 4 - Hard pulling (pretty strong, somewhat difficult to manage) Walk Frequency: Has access to a yard Walk length of time: Couple blocks Crate trained: Yes, does well, se porta bien Hours in crate: 2 Type of crate: X large crate During car rides, this dog: Loves car rides! This dog knows the following cues: Sit stay, off the bed, come, go, go home (crate), go to bed (dog bed), recalls on specific whistle Previous owner's favorite things about the dog: He’s gentle when taking food he lets you mess with his face and give him kisses. He’s gentle with cats and all things small he always asks his people to hold his paw (especially when he’s anxious) he grabs a toy every time. When he gets really excited his teeth chatter and sometimes cobs gently. He’s just happy always in the way and annoyingly amazing. He does good at the vet and he’s good with shots. Loves kisses This dog's favorite activities/toys/food/snacks: Has a whole box of toys then he digs into every chance he gets. He loves treats just not in high stress environment Type of food the dog eats: Both wet and dry food Brand of food: Costco

Summary (7):: 6/22: Bruno is easily leashed and rushed past other dogs. He is brought on a walk pulling on and off to get to scents. As they are walking into the parking lot, Bruno sees another dog/staff pair at the bottom of the ramp and growls. He is easily moved along into the lot, recovering quickly. When passing the small yard, he growls at the silhouette of a dog. He is brought into the closest door and returns without issue. 6/15 Bruno is at the front of his kennel with a soft body when staff approaches. He is easily leashed and brought to the yard. In the yard, he is called over to the staff, and he rubs up against staff's leg and leans into pets accepting pets all over and rubbing his head against the staff. When staff stops petting for a moment, he begins to whine to solicit more attention, and staff resumes petting. Staff runs across the yard and back with him and he runs next to staff and pushes in and leans against staff with a soft body after catching up. He accepts more pets from staff. Bruno is easily returned to his kennel. 6/11 Bruno was at the front of his kennel and easily leashed and taken on a walk up the block. Bruno was mid-walk when he noticed a dog across the street barking. Bruno started barking back and pulling towards the other dog. Bruno was redirected and taken to the yard. Bruno allowed pets and took treats from staff. Bruno was taken back to his kennel with no issue. 6/9 Bruno was at the front of his kennel waiting to be taken out. Bruno was easily leashed and taken for a walk. Bruno let staff pet him as he was exploring the grounds. Bruno was taking treats gently on his walk. He was then taken back to his kennel with no issues.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 4

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Single-pet home,Recommend no dog parks

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to potential challenges, we recommend an adult only home for Bruno. Single-pet home/Recommend no dog parks: Bruno lived successfully with cats. However, due to his reactivity to other dogs, we recommend he be the only dog and does not visit the dog park.

Potential challenges: : House soiling,Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Leash-biting,Bite history (human),Bite history (dog)

Potential challenges comments:: House soiling: Bruno is noted to have accidents in the house and will likely need guidance with house training. Accidents should never be punished as this will likely make the problem worse. We recommend positive reinforcement, reward-based training only. Please see the handout on House Soiling. Resource guarding: Bruno is reported to become tense and hover over his toys. We recommend Bruno be left alone when engaged in play. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Bruno’s mouth. Should you have to remove something from him, we recommend always trading for something of an equal or higher value. He should be taught the “drop” cue and trade-up games. Please see handout on Resource Guarding. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Bruno was not getting along with a member of the household. Bruno has escalated to biting although no further details were provided. The bite did not break the skin but was reported to be a clear warning. It is important to move slowly with Bruno, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow him to initiate interactions with new people. He should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention. Please see handout on Fearful Potential for Defensive Aggression. Bite history (human): Bruno bit a member of the household. Details about the incident were not provided. The bite did not break the skin. Please see handout on Bie History. Bite history (dog): Bruno has bitten a large dog while on a walk. This bite did not break the skin. Please see handout on Bite History. Anxiety: Bruno is reported to have generalized anxiety in the home. If Bruno displays anxious behavior in his future home, we recommend puzzle toys, long walks, and giving him other things to focus on to alleviate his anxiety. Positive reinforcement, force-free training only should be used. Please see the handout on Generalized Anxiety. On-Leash Reactivity: Bruno has shown reactivity on leash towards other dogs. He will need an experienced owner familiar with working with this behavior. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior. Please see the handout on On-Leash Reactivity and Barrier Frustration. Leash Biting: Bruno's owner reports that he will jump up and chew on the leash while on walks. We recommend walking him with treats or a toy to dissuade him from grabbing the leash. Positive reinforcement, force-free training is advised to teach him to focus on you rather than grabbing the leash. Please see the handout on Leash Manners.