Animal Profile

Redford is at risk for behavior reasons. Redford quickly began to deteriorate in care. He has been observed to be circling in kennel, screeching on return and fixating on the transfer doors to neighboring kennels. His kennel reactivity is becoming more difficult to manage. He is much more relaxed when walked away from the shelter but once handlers begin to head back, his stress levels increase. Redford warms up quickly and is social enjoys petting. 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. Redford is at risk for behavior reasons. Redford quickly began to deteriorate in care. He has been observed to be circling in kennel, screeching on return and fixating on the transfer doors to neighboring kennels. His kennel reactivity is becoming more difficult to manage. He is much more relaxed when walked away from the shelter but once handlers begin to head back, his stress levels increase. Redford warms up quickly and is social enjoys petting. Medically, he is apparently healthy. Meet Redford! Redford is a handsome boy who came to the shelter as a stray alongside a female large mixed-breed dog. He has been adjusting to shelter life but is showing signs of stress, including whining in his kennel and vocalizing when leaving the building. During social interactions, he may display displacement behaviors when he's feeling unsure or overwhelmed. Redford would do best with a patient adopter who can give him time to decompress, build his confidence, and settle into a consistent routine. With positive reinforcement and a calm environment, he's likely to become a loyal and loving companion. If you're looking for a dog to grow with and help feel at home, come meet Redford!

My medical notes are...

Weight: 59.5 lbs

Medical Notes

7/6/2026

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-4 yrs Microchip noted on Intake? Negative Scan History: Stray Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - Friendly, high energy, jumping up on handler, allowed handling with muzzle and gentle restraint Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? No Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: No examined PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non-painful, no masses palpated U/G: M, 2 testicles descended MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Appears healthy Prognosis: Good Plan: Neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery

7/15/2026

Trazodone 150mg BID started for FAS

7/20/2026

[Surgery Template - Dog Neuter] Was this dog a cryptorchid? NO If so describe - Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 2 modified miller's knotes Sub Q closure: simple continuous suture patterns use 2-0 Securocryl suture Skin closure? yes intradermal suture patterns and skin glue used Green Linear Tattoo Placed near Midline Surgeon:1289 Additional Note:

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Date of intake:: 7/6/2026

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray (no known information)

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate - pulls on and off to get to scents Reactivity to humans: None - ignores Reactivity to dogs: None - ignores Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Moderate - seeks attention, also explores on his own Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Accepts - leans in Exuberant handling: Accepts - leans in Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Distracted, follows along keeping his nose to ground Arousal comments: Knock: Distracted, sniffing the ground. Then approaches loose. Knock Comments: Toy: No response Toy comments:

Summary:: 7/9: Redford greets his housemate at the gate with a soft body, jumping up and whining. He is easily walked away.

Summary (7):: 7/30: Redford is barking incessantly in his kennel and spinning. When approached by staff he will pick up his toy and toss it about, while pacing in circles. Staff decides to take him on a walk and when the slip lead enters, he is moving his head back and forth close to ground as if to see if a dog is being walked by, ignoring the handler attempting to remove him. A treat is used to keep him still for leashing and he is brought on a relief walk. He relaxes as they walk up the block. Once they turn back, he begins pulling harder, his body goes from relaxed to tense. They enter the building and he begins vocalizing, arousal screeches. He is rushed past neighboring dogs and when he returns to kennel begins barking and circling. 7.26 Redford is at the front of his kennel. He is easily roped and taken to a yard where he meets several potential adopters. Redford is initially slow to approach but does accept pets. Once Redford begins accepting pets, he develops a loose and wiggly body and begins to lean into pets and lean on the potential adopter's legs. Redford remains soft and wiggly while meeting the clients. 7.20 Redford is at the front of his kennel when approached. He is easily leashed. When walking him pass the other dogs Redford begins to kennel fight, barking and pulling towards the other dogs, with a high amount of strength. Once out of the room Redford recovers and is taken for a walk. Redford walks with a soft body and pulls a mild amount. He ignores people passed during his walk. 7/15 Redford is at front of his kennel easily leashed Redford ignores other dogs as staff take him past the kennels. Redford allows pets and took treats he pulled moderately as we walked around building. staff had no issues returning him back to his kennel. 7.8.26 Redford is at the front of his kennel with a soft body when approached. He attempts to push out of his kennel as staff leashes him. he ignores the other dogs in the room as he is taken for a walk. During his walk Redford pulls a moderate amount and has a soft body. He ignores people passed during his walk and accepts gentle pets. Redford is easily returned to his kennel.

Date of intake:: 7/6/2026

Summary:: friendly, allowed handling

Date of initial:: 7/6/2026

Summary:: Friendly, high energy, jumping up on handler, allowed handling with muzzle and gentle restraint

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3

Recommendations:: No children (under 13)

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to potential challenges, we recommend a home with no children at this time.

Potential challenges: : Anxiety,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Low threshold for arousal

Potential challenges comments:: Anxiety: Redford is showing signs of anxiety in care, vocalizing when exiting the building, whining in kennel. He is often displacing during socialization. Please see handout on Generalized Anxiety. On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: Redford is showing signs of barrier frustration in care. He will react by barking and lunging. This can be due to frustration caused by the barrier itself. Please see the handout on On-Leash Reactivity and Barrier Frustration. Low threshold for arousal: Redford becomes aroused when returning to the building, screeching in the halls. Over arousal can tip into aggression. We recommend creating a calm, structured environment with consistent routines and clear boundaries. Avoid rough play or situations that trigger overexcitement and instead reinforce calm behaviors with rewards. Teaching cues like “settle” or “go to mat” can help redirect energy constructively. Regular mental enrichment, controlled exercise, and decompression time are key. Please see the handout on Arousal.