At-Risk Animals

Thank you for your interest in adopting from Animal Care Centers of NYC. Our At-Risk List is posted three times a week, on the evenings of Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 6:00PM and remains viewable for 42 hours.

Schedule overview:
Animals posted at 6:00PM on Sunday evening will be viewable until Tuesday at 12:00PM noon.
Animals posted at 6:00PM on Tuesday evening will be viewable until Thursday at 12:00PM noon.
Animals posted at 6:00PM on Thursday evening will be viewable until Saturday at 12:00PM noon.

To find out the status of at-risk animals, please visit the At-Risk Outcomes page.

If this is your first time visiting this site, please read the below information carefully.

For anyone who wishes to adopt, there is a mandatory deposit fee of $200 plus a transaction fee per animal to place an adoption reservation. The $200 covers $50 toward the adoption fee and $150 for the spay/neuter deposit. If the animal has already been spayed or neutered or is permanently waived by one of our veterinarians, the $150 deposit will be refunded at the time of the adoption. If the animal does need to leave without being spayed or neutered due to his/her medical condition, the $150 deposit will be refunded at the time they are brought back for the spay/neuter surgery or when proof of sterilization being done elsewhere is provided to ACC. If you do not follow through with the adoption, the entire $200 deposit will be considered a charitable donation to ACC's Special Treatment and Recovery Fund (STAR). Also, if the adoption fee for an animal is less than $50, the difference will be considered a charitable donation to the STAR Fund. Similarly, in-shelter pricing promotions do not apply to at-risk animals.

To complete an adoption, please click reserve on the animal of your choice. That animal will be loaded in your cart and you will have 15 minutes to complete the adoption process. In order to complete your reservation, you need to check out (top right corner). At this point, you will enter in your credit card information and a receipt will be emailed to you as confirmation of your reservation. If you have any issues, please email adopt@nycacc.org for help navigating the website.

If you are interested in fostering/adopting through one of our New Hope partners, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ozHex3uqvNkQt2dq9

At-Risk Animals

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Joe
Joe is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Bam-Bam
Bam-Bam is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and is deteriorating in the Adoptions room. He is now displaying signs of defensive aggression. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Funk Master Flash
Funk Master Flash is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and is deteriorating in the Adoptions room. WHile he has struggled to adjust to the shelter setting, he previously tolerated some touch and interaction with behavior staff. He is now displaying signs of more significant signs of Fearfully Defensive Behaviors due to his high levels of FAS. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to decompress at his own pace and approach on his own terms so as to not feel pressured or cornered - and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Mama
Mama is being placed on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Mama has ocular disease and needs to have her right eye enucleated. She also has CIRDC, dental disease, and a history of corneal ulceration in her left eye. Behaviorally, Mama has tolerated some petting and light touch, but has presented some challenges when handling for medical treatments. Staff have been unable to administer topical eye medications due to growling and snapping.
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Pebbles
Pebbles is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Ottani
Ottani is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Despite our best efforts at keeping him comfortable Ottani has been observed to show signs of kennel stress. Such as finger painting his kennel, panting heavily, and barking on and off. Ottani has also been reported to be dog reactive. Noted to lunge towards other dogs while on the street and jumping up high and fixating on other dogs in the yard. With handlers, Ottani has a loose and wiggly body and is receptive to treats. Medically, Ottani has unspecified dermatitis.
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Rosco
Rosco is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Rosco arrived at the Care Center as a stray. Upon arrival Rosco was noted to be social with staff, and allowed all handling for medical exam with a soft body. Rosco has been observed to have a low threshold for arousal. During his handling assessments he has been noted to be over-aroused, head-whipping frequently, jumping on staff, and mouthing hands. Rosco is also noted to resource guard, becoming tense and hover over items of value in his possession. With staff Rosco remains social with staff, allowing all contact. Medically, Rosco is apparently healthy.
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Skippers
Skippers is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Skippers arrived at the shelter as a stray. Upon arrival Skippers allowed all handling and was highly social during his handling assessment. Unfortunately Skippers has not acclimated well to shelter environment. Skippers has displayed increasing levels of fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS). Skippers has also become increasingly kennel reactive and demonstrated poor impulse control. He has been observed become tense and avoid handlers when they approach to leash him, however high value treats has made him easier to remove from kennel. At times he has begun jumping high toward handlers and bites the leash. When not over threshold Skippers remains social with staff. Medically, Skippers has allergies (undetermined) and is receiving treatment for CIRDC.
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Wally
Wally is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Hans
Hans is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. In the care center, Hans displays high arousal behaviors including jumping, barking, pushing out of the kennel, mouthing at handlers, leash biting, and intense pulling on leash. Hans is at times difficult to manage during kennel exiting and can persistently grab and tug the leash despite redirection attempts with treats. Hans is exuberant and social with staff, but is struggling in the care center. Medically, Hans is currently healthy.
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Slips
Slips is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Devon Deluxe
Devon Deluxe is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Georgia Peach
Georgia Peach is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. She has developed pneumonia and is not eating. Will need hospitalization and follow up care. Behaviorally, Georgia Peach greets staff with a soft body, eager to accept pets, allows medical handling, and walks nicely outside.
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Barbara
Barbara is currently at risk due to behavior reasons. During intake Barbara was growling and barking but has warmed up to staff. She is social, easy to walk, and enjoys pettings now. Her previous owners report that she will hard bark and snap towards cats. She is also reported to be a universal resource guarder, hard barking, growling and snapping when in possession of an item she deems valuable. Barbara is described as social and affectionate dog who loves car rides. Medically, she is apparently healthy.
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Mustard
Mustard is at risk for behavioral issues. He has demonstrated high levels of FAS while in care. During his assessment he was observed to maintain his distance from handlers and vocalize (huff) at them when they move. Mustard will accept treats and pets from familiar handlers. Mustard is apparently healthy.
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Blue
Blue is at risk for behavior reasons. While in his finder's home, Blue was involved in 2 incidents with the resident dog over resources (food and attention). Blue redirected biting the person on the finger when they intervened to separate the dogs. Blue has been social with staff and volunteers. He is a strong dog. Medically, he has mild dental disease and is otherwise apparently healthy.
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Bentley
Bentley is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Bentley arrived at the Care Center as an owner surrender due to housing concerns. Upon arrival Bentley was noted to be social with staff and allowed all handling. Unfortunately, Bentley has become difficult to handle safely due to escalating kennel reactivity. Bentley has been reported to be visually fixating, pulling towards and hard barking at neighboring kennels when passing. Staff have had some success in managing him with treats however he is difficult to keep focused. Bentley is also noted to become tense and fixate on dogs he sees out during walks but is less consistent. When outside of the kennel environment, Bentley remains social with staff, allows contact, and is treat receptive. Bentley's previous owner notes he is social, active, and affectionate; additionally he understands basic commands such as 'sit' and 'paw'. Medically, Bentley is apparently healthy.
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Charisma
Charisma is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Charisma has been highly fearful and shut down during her stay in care, despite best efforts to keep her comfortable. In her previous home she is describe to enjoy being close to her people, playful, and an affectionate dog. In care, she refuses to leave her kennel and thrashes intensely once leashed. Charisma was also reported to display similar behaviors during her intake and refused to walk to her kennel. Medically, Charisma is apparently healthy.
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Whittakers
Whittakers is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display challenging behavior during interactions. He is extremely intelligent and high energy, and needs to expend energy constructively with interactive play sessions 3-4X/day. In addition to playtime, this cat would also benefit from mental exercise from activities such as puzzle toys/games, lick mats, or clicker training. Without providing activity for his mind and body, the cat may react with rough play, potentially resulting in bite/scratch incidents. It is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with feline body language, overstimulation, rough play, and who have the time to invest in managing these behaviors on a consistent basis to avoid (further) bite/scratch incidents.
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Grace
Grace is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. In the care center, Grace displays significant fearful and defensive behavior, including trembling, tucked tail, retreating, growling, baring teeth, lunging, and snapping during leash handling attempts. Grace has attempted to bite at handlers and clothing when overwhelmed. Grace is willing to approach for high value treats at times and has shown interest in food despite her fearfulness. Her previous family describes her as prefering contact on her terms and really enjoys car rides. Medically, Grace is underweight.
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Crystal
Crystal is at risk due to ongoing behavior concerns. She is currently quick to lunge, swat hiss, and yowl at staff members. These stress related behaviors have made it difficult for staff during cleaning hours and during interactions. She would benefit from placement in a low-traffic, quiet environment with adopters that are willing to slowly work with her. She has two previous bite incidents in her previous home. Medically, she has stage 3 periodontal disease that will need treatment.
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Nyla
Nyla is at risk due to behavioral concerns from her previous home. Nyla has been social with staff and handlers during her stay, readily engaging in enrichment sessions and playing fetch. She does have a bite history that occurred in her previous home. Nyla bit a stranger on their left thumb as a result of them intervening when Nyla attempted to bite the stranger's small dog. Further details about the incident were not provided. Her previous family says she enjoys meeting people, is playful, and enjoys watching TV. They also noted that she will bark and growl at smaller animals on walks. Medically, Nyla has dental disease.
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Evan Got Rhythm

Evan Got Rhythm is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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Springtime
Springtime is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display challenging behavior during interactions. He is intelligent and playful and needs to expend energy constructively with interactive play sessions. In addition to playtime, this cat would also benefit from mental exercise from activities such as puzzle toys/games, lick mats, or clicker training. He does display social behaviors but appears conflicted in care, not consistently allowing interaction and escalating to swatting, hissing, and lunging when he is overstimulated. It is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with feline body language and overstimulation and who have the time to invest in managing these behaviors on a consistent basis to avoid further scratch incidents.
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Roscoe
Roscoe is at risk for behavioral concerns. Roscoe has been highly social during his stay in care, maintaining a loose and wiggly body, enjoys treats, but can be mouthy with moderate - hard pressure. He has been observed to bite at coats and grab arms. Similar behaviors were also reported in his previous foster homes. Roscoe was returned by his previous adopter due to bite incidents that occurred. He became aroused during both incidents, biting and holding onto the adopter's arm. The bites did not break skin or draw blood, but did leave bruising due to pressure applied. Medically, Rosoe is apparently healthy.
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