Animal Profile

Mascot is currently at risk due to behavior reasons. Mascot has displayed fearful behavior both in and out of the care center. Finders report he attempted to snap at them, and at the care center he has been baring teeth and lunging at handlers both in and out of kennel. Medically, he 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 Mascot is currently at risk due to behavior reasons. Mascot has displayed fearful behavior both in and out of the care center. Finders report he attempted to snap at them, and at the care center he has been baring teeth and lunging at handlers both in and out of kennel. Medically, he is apparently healthy.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 13.2 lbs

Medical Notes

6/13/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-5y Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Brought to shelter by police. Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Initially seeking attention. When attempting to approach for handling for exam, begins snapping. Elected sedation to decrease FAS and allow for complete examination. 0.15ml dexmedetomidine 500mcg/ml, 0.15ml ketamine 100mg/ml, 0.15ml butorphanol 10mg/ml IM 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: limited by placement of muzzle, mild under bite, adult dentition with mild tartar 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: mild perianal inflammation Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks neuter perianal area clipped and cleaned SSD applied in thin layer routine deworming-monitor for continued diarrhea Starting on trazodone 50mg PO BID indefinitely SURGERY: Okay for surgery

6/18/2025

hacking cough and clear nasal dc A: CIRDC P: 1.2ml doxycycline 50mg/ml PO SID x7d

6/25/2025

Hx: has had CIRDC BAR H eating eent- no nasal discharge; no coughing or sneezing or congestion; slight residual mucous crust msi- amb x 4 A) No CIRDC-like signs P) Placement/homing okay for surgery

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 4. Orange

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Date of intake:: 6/12/2025

Spay/Neuter status:: No

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, No known history

Date of assessment:: 6/29/2025

Summary:: 6/29/25: When brought into the assessment room Mascot remained tense and aloof towards the handler. Mascot was observed to headwhip when the handler touched their collar and maintained their distance. Mascot was not receptive to treats or squeakie sounds. When the handler crouches down and attempts to coax Mascot, he begins to hard stare at the handler with a tense body. Due to the high levels of fear, stress, and anxiety displayed. Mascot is not a candidate to receive a handling assessment at this time. 6/16/25: Mascot has been observed to be fearful during his stay in the care center. During intake Mascot was observed to bare teeth, growl, and hard stare with a tense body. During his medical exam Mascot was initially seeking attention, however when the exam started he escalated to snapping towards handler. Due to the high levels of fear, stress, and anxiety displayed. Mascot is not a candidate to receive a handling assessment at this time.

Summary (7):: 6/15/25: It was noted on the whiteboard that Mascot began growling and barking after food was given. Staff member also reported that Mascot was able to be leashed with ease when the kennel was unlocked and allowed the handler to adjust the leash as it had slipped over his leg. 6/14/25: Handler entered the room and noticed Mascot hard barking in his kennel. Handler touched Mascot's kennel pouch and Mascot lunged forward baring teeth at the handler's hand. Interaction was ended.

Date of intake:: 6/13/2025

Summary:: Baring teeth, growling, tense body, and hard staring towards handlers

Date of initial:: 6/13/2025

Summary:: Initially seeking attention, then began snapping at handlers. Opted to sedate

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to fearful behavior we recommend an adult only home. We recommend placement with a New Hope rescue partner who is able to provide an experienced, adult-only foster home. Force-free, reward based training and/or consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended.

Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression

Potential challenges comments:: Fearful Defensive: During intake Mascot was observed to bare teeth, growl, and hard stare with a tense body. During his medical exam Mascot was initially seeking attention, however when the exam started he escalated to snapping towards handler. It is important to move slowly with Mascot, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow them to initiate interactions with new people. They should never be forced to greet or to interact if they are not comfortable and soliciting attention. Please see handout on Fearful and Defensive Aggression.