Animal Profile
Shadow
Hello, my name is Shadow. My animal id is #245143. I am a desexed male white dog at the Queens Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 6 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 1/7/2026.
Sorry, this pet is for new hope partners only.
Pre-Screener FormShadow is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. Shadow is intensely fearful in the care center and when certain staff approach his kennel he will growl and tense. At times, Shadow will tense and growl at staff during pickup and remain avoidant during interactions. Medically, Shadow is matted, has dental disease, and is underweight.
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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Shadow is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. Shadow is intensely fearful in the care center and when certain staff approach his kennel he will growl and tense. At times, Shadow will tense and growl at staff during pickup and remain avoidant during interactions. Medically, Shadow is matted, has dental disease, and is underweight.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 13.8 lbs
1/9/2026
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3-5 years old, MI Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned positive History: Stray Subjective: BAR, Pink MM, CRT <2s Observed Behavior - No issues leashing and getting out of kennel. In exam room, patient walked around room soliciting petting from people. When placed on table, during exam patient growled on cardiac auscultation. Attempted to perform exam on ground and patient growled again. When attempting to place muzzle, patient alligator-rolled, unable to place muzzle. Able to wrap in towel, with towel over head, and able to examine feet and auscultate. Is there evidence of Cruelty? None Is there evidence of Neglect? None Is there evidence of Trauma? None Objective P = 80 R = Normal BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Severe underbite, moderate dental calculus on canine teeth. All premolars and molars have minimal calculus with no obvious periodontal disease PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Both testicles descended, scrotal MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted. Severely matted fur on all feet, no evidence of strangulation at this time. Overgrown nails. CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: externally normal. Assessment Matted fur Underbite, Moderate dental calculus - no obvious periodontal disease. Thin BCS High FAS for medical handling. Resistant to medical restraint/muzzle placement Prognosis: Good Plan: Performed intake procedures, except HWT. Schedule shave of feet and nail trim during neuter procedure. Trazodone 50mg PO BID indefinitely. First dose given during intake exam. SURGERY: Okay for surgery
1/16/2026
Pre-Op Exam S/O: BAR, no c/s/v/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge noted Lungs: Eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort MSI: Dense matting along limbs CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Matted, dental disease, underweight P: Shave mats, neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
1/16/2026
Routine Canine Neuter Scrotal Incision, sharp dissection to exteriorize each testicle Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 2-0 PDS miller's knots Sub Q closure: 2-0 PDS single simple interrupted knot Green linear tattoo placed Surgeon: 1438 Additional notes: Cold compress applied post op, smooth recovery
1/17/2026
[Post Surgical Exam] Attitude/demeanor: BAR Appetite: eating well C/S/V/D: none Incision site: mild swelling and redness Pain level: appears comfortable Licking, chewing, or biting surgical site noted: yes Additional notes: Notified Vet # 2065 on redness and swelling. Vet advised pitting cone.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake Shadow was fearful and nervous. He did not allow staff to do any handling, Shadow was growling and thrashing when attempt to touch.
Date of Intake: 1/7/2026
Date of intake:: 1/11/2026
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, no known history
Date of assessment:: 1/11/2026
Summary:: Shadow is highly fearful in the Care Centers. He was observed to growl and become tense when staff approached him. He thrashes when handle. Due to these behaviors, he will not receive a handling assessment.
Summary:: 1/16: Shadow is not able to attend playgroup due to being nuetered.
Summary (7):: 01/12/26: Shadow is standing at the front of his kennel and allows the handler to leash him with ease. He is picked up, placed on the floor, and escorted to the assessment room for enrichment. Once inside, a drag leash is placed on him. Shadow roams the room freely, explores, relieves himself, and engages with treats provided in a snuffle mat until the session ends. Shadow is returned to his kennel safely without any issues. 1/9/26: Shadow is standing in his kennel as handler approaches. He begins to low growl as the handler unlocks the door. He would try to avoid the leash as the handler slowly leashes him. Once leashed, he is able to be toweled and he growls when the handler picks him up. He is then carried outside for walk. On the walk, he is able to be placed down and he has a loose and wiggly body as he explored around. He is comfortable approaching the handler to receive treats. He is able to be toweled and placed back into his kennel with no further issues. 1/8/26: Shadow is standing in his kennel as handler approaches. He begins growling as the handler unlocks the door. He would back away and dodge the leash as the handler attempts to leash him. Once leashed, he has to be to toweled due to continuing to growl. Once toweled, the handler is able to slowly pick him up and he growls while being carried to the behavior room. In the room, he is able to walk around and would approach the handlers slowly and take treats. After taking the treats, he would stare at the handler and begin to growl again. When a handler re-enters the room, he growls at them until he is comfortable approaching to take more treats. He is able to be toweled again and is carried back and placed into his kennel with no issues.
Date of intake:: 1/7/2026
Summary:: Fearful, thrashing, growling
Date of initial:: 1/9/2026
Summary:: Growled twice, thrash when muzzle was attempted
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Shadow so we cannot be certain of their behavior in a home environment. However, they will need daily mental and physical activity to stay engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct their energy and enthusiasm.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to the Behaviors seen in the Care Centers, Shadow should go to a home with older children Place with a New Hope partner: Shadow is highly fearful and should got o a New Hope Partner that can work with his fearful behaviors.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: In the Care Centers, Shadow was observed to growl and tense up when staff attempt to interact with him. Positive reinforcement should be used to help Shadow associate new people with things he likes such as treats and toys. Please see the handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression.