Animal Profile

Shiloh is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Shiloh initially presented as timid in care but warmed up quickly with a slow approach, soliciting attention and petting. He was returned by his adopter due to bite incidents that occurred in the home. One bite did break skin and draw blood but he did not make contact with the other incidents. His adopter also reported hard barking and lunging at strangers on walks. Medically, Shiloh 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 Shiloh is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Shiloh initially presented as timid in care but warmed up quickly with a slow approach, soliciting attention and petting. He was returned by his adopter due to bite incidents that occurred in the home. One bite did break skin and draw blood but he did not make contact with the other incidents. His adopter also reported hard barking and lunging at strangers on walks. Medically, Shiloh is apparently healthy. Shiloh was initially surrendered into care due to his owner moving to a new home that did not allow pets; but his history in the home was not provided. Shiloh initially presented in care as timid but quickly warmed up to staff with a slow approach; he readily sought attention with a soft, loose body. He was quickly adopted but then returned due to behavior concerns in the adopter's home including a bite incident and bite attempts. Shiloh was reported to have conflicts with the resident children and home health aide. He was reported to escalate to growling, lunging, and biting when attempting to pet him or when the health aide was leaving the room. Due to these corners, we recommend that Shilohh to be placed in an adult-only home through one of our New Hope rescue partners that can address his challenges with the use of a certified professional positive reinforcement-only trainer after being given a decompression period.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 15.6 lbs

Medical Notes

1/2/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: approx 1-6 years based on dentition and conformation Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: stray Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior - timid but 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: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, L testes descended, R testes unpalpable 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 Unilat crypt Prognosis: good Plan: intake exam and tasks awaiting sort SURGERY: Okay for surgery: Y

1/6/2025

Pre-surgical exam performed by offsite vet. Medical record uploaded to Vet Documents. Notes: cryptorchid (inguinal) Developed pale mucous membranes and bradycardia (HR:44) after receiving premed. Was administered Naloxone (0.5mL) and Atropine (0.19mL) and developed arrhythmia after reversal (HR:82) NEUTER NOT PERFORMED

1/6/2025

-recheck, reportedly became lateral after receiving pre-meds on partner surgery van. Reversed and rejected from sx S/O -BAR, no c/s/v/d appreciated EENT: no ocular or nasal dc, mm pm <2 HL: nma, PSS //clear bilaterally, eupneic MSI: amb x 4, good skin turgor A. APH- no apparent reason on exam for pre-op comp P. CBC CHEM to lab- check for results tomorrow If wnl, possible to reschedule for sx?

1/7/2025

CBC/CHEM/T4: nsf BAR, wagging tail, no c/s/v/d noted. CTM while at QACC.

1/8/2025

Hx: presents for neutering; inguinal cryptorchid BAR EENT- No congestion or nasal discharge; dental tartar 1-2/4 HL- eupneic UG- MI with left side inguinal MSI- NSF A) Higher risk anesthesia based on an episode/complication with previous anesthesia left sided inguinal cryptorchid P) Dog Neuter Was this dog a cryptorchid? Yes If so describe - left inguinal Pre scrotal incision and left inguinal approach Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 3-0 monocryl millers; double ligated Sub Q closure: 3-0 monocryl sc in the sq and modified matt. in the subcuticular Green Linear Tattoo Placed near left inguinal area Dog appears older- ~ 6 years Carprofen (Rimadyl) is being dispensed to the client. In compliance with Bouy's Law, a written client information sheet was included with the prescription. The handout was downloaded from Plumb's™ and discloses all required information regarding the use of this drug, side effects and missed dose and handling instructions.

1/21/2025

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam- DOH Estimated age: 2yr History: DOH hold Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - loose and wiggly; approaches front of kennel and eagerly climbs into handler's arms. Allowed all medical handling. Objective P = 140 R = sniffing, eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic 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: externally normal Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment Approx. 2yr MN canine apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: DOH hold update intake tasks SURGERY: neutered

1/23/2025

On 01/23/24 at approximately 10:00 am, I examined Shiloh 217830. He has appropriate mentation at this time with no neurologic signs present, and has not exhibited any neurological signs while at ACC.

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

During intakes the dog was fearful at first but as soon as he staff picked him up he allowed all handling.

Basic Information:: Shiloh is a aprox. 2-year-old, black, male, neutered, dog.

Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 2 children

How is this dog around strangers?: He alert barks and growls at strangers.

How is this dog around children?: He is playful, but has been reported to snap at children. He has previously lived with two children, ages 7 and 5.

How is this dog around other dogs?: He has no experience with other dogs.

How is this dog around cats?: He lunges at cats.

Resource guarding:: He values toys, food, and treats. He guards these items by hovering over them with a tense body, growling, and snapping.

Bite history:: There is a bite history.

Housetrained:: No

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Other Notes:: He uses the bathroom outside and inside the home. He has been reported to frequently bark. On walks he reacts to strangers that approach him, children, small animals, and other dogs by barking, growling, and lunging. He is fearful when startled. He is not bothered when held, when pushed off furniture, when his paws are touched, or when his collar is grabbed.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: He is a social and affectionate dog. He spends most of his time where people are. He pulls very little while on leash. In his previous home he would go on 15-minute walks three times a day. He loves car rides. He loves stuffed toys that squeak.

Date of intake:: 1/19/2025

Spay/Neuter status:: Yes

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray (in adopter's home for ~2 weeks)

Previously lived with:: at least 1 adult, 2 children (5 & 7 y/o)

Behavior toward strangers:: reactive on walks - lunges, hard barks

Bite history:: Shiloh is reported to have bitten in the adopter's home. 1/13- In the evening of Monday 1/13 Shiloh was standing around and the resident 5 yr old child walked over to Shiloh and attempted to pet him. Without warning, he lunged at her the child's face and bit. The child jumped back and ran away from Shiloh. The bite was a bite release (broke skin & drew blood) but left a puncture and bruise under the child's eye. The adopter did not seek medical attention. After the bite Shiloh did not bark or growl. 1/14- The morning of Tuesday 1/14, the adopter was in her room on her bed and Shiloh was on his own bed next to them. Teh adopter's nurse walked into the room to refill the adopter's water and Shiloh began barking and growling. The nurse put the water down and attempted to exit the room. Shiloh ran after and attempted to bite the back of the nurse's right calf. Shiloh was not successful in biting. 1/17- The adopter was in her bedroom with the two resident children. The adopter exited the room to use the restroom and the children remained on the bed. Shiloh walked into the bedroom where the children were and as the 5-yr old attempted to get off the bed, Shiloh growled and snapped at her as she ran away. Adopter stated that the 5-year-old did attempt to swat at Shiloh as he growled at her.

Date of assessment:: 1/3/2025

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Loose Reactivity to humans: Ignores Reactivity to dogs: Ignores Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Stays near helper, timid, seek attention Call over: Aloof- lick lips Sociability comments: timid warms up Handling Soft handling: Allowed- shakes off, lick lips Exuberant handling:Allowed- leans into touch, soft body Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follow- neutral body Arousal comments: Knock: Approaches- wags tail Knock Comments: Toy: Sniffs Toy comments:

Summary (7):: 1/21/25 (PM): Shiloh was lying down when handler removed towel covering kennel. He approached front of kennel without hesitation and was leashed with ease. Shiloh was eager to exit kennel and hopped into handler's arms. Handler noticed they had gotten one of his front legs through leash loop and asked a second handler to adjust it, which Shiloh tolerated without issue. He walked the rest of the way to the live room, where he was placed on a drag leash with stopper. Shiloh was social with handler and solicited contact often with a loose, bouncy frame. Shiloh was patient as handler collared him twice to ensure a correct fit. He walked back to kennel and was lifted in with ease. 1/20/25: (PM) Shiloh displays the same behavior as this morning. 1/20/25: Shiloh is laying down in his kennel as handler approaches. He has a loose body and loose wagging tail while being leashed. Once leashed, he was able to be picked up and placed on the ground safely with no issues. He was able to be taken to the behavior room with no issues. He would explore around the room while still on a slip lead. He was comfortable approaching the handlers in the room with a loose body. He was then taken to the live room since another dog needed to enter the behavior room. In the live room, he was loose and wiggly and was comfortable approaching the handler for treats from their hands gently. He would prance around to find the treats the handler would toss on the ground and bed for him. He was able to be taken back to his kennel with no issues.

Date of intake:: 12/31/2024

Date of initial:: 1/2/2025

Summary:: timid but allowed for handling and tasks

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Shiloh's bite history and conflict with the resident children, we recommend that Shiloh be placed in an adult-only home. Place with A New Hope Partner: Due to the concerning behavior reported in the adopter's home including a bite history, we recommend that Shiloh to be placed with a New Hope rescue Partner.

Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Bite history (human)

Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/Potential for Defensive Aggression | Bite History (human):- Shiloh has displayed timid behavior lip licking and low body in care. With a slow approach, he quickly warms up and solicts attention from handlers. However in the adopter's home, Shiloh did escalate to defensive behaviors and biting. Please see handout on Fearful/potential for Defensive Aggression. Anxiety: Shiloh has shown some anxiety while in care. Managing his anxiety will require creating a calm environment, providing enrichment activities, and using stress-reducing techniques like puzzle toys and regular exercise. Please see handout on generalized anxiety. On-leash reactivity: Shiloh is reported to hard bark and lunge at strangers on walks. Please see handout on On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration