Date of intake:: 11/23/2024

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender

Previously lived with:: Adults, Children (17, 11, 1 y/o), Other Dogs, Cats

Behavior toward strangers:: Tolerant

Behavior toward children:: Shy/Contact on their terms

Behavior toward dogs:: Playful, Shy/Contact on their terms

Behavior toward cats:: Tolerant

Resource guarding:: Blake finds his food of a high value he becomes tense and hovers over it

Bite history:: Blake has a bite history. Blake has 2 bites to people. His most recent bite which left two punctures, one to the arm and one to the leg was over food resources. His previous bite did not break the skin. A stranger ignored warning from the owner and attempt to pet him. He lunged before the bite. Blake has a bite to another dog. The other dog instigated by lunging at Blake. Blake did not break the skin.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: High

Other Notes:: Goes potty on: Wee-wee pads, "Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.)" Accident frequency: Very rarely Additional info: Pees on floor because we forgot to put a wee wee pad for the dog. Behavior concerns: Escapes house/yard, "General anxiety (paces, whines, unable to settle)", Pulls hard on leash, Jumps up often or non-stop Reacts to on walks: "Small animals (squirrels, birds, rats, etc.)", Large dogs, Small dogs, Cats, Strangers that approach you/family members Reaction type: Lunging, Other Additional info: Small and large dogs he lunges but in a “I need to see who that is” way ; Strangers he looks at hides behind whoever’s walking him. Small animals like squirrels he chases. How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Fearful - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Unknown/Have not attempted - Startled: Barks/Growls - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Fearful - Collar grabbed/touched: Fearful

Summary:: Due to multiple bite history, Blake is not a candidate for a handling assessment at this time.

Summary:: 11/26: Blake sees a F MMB dog while out on leash. He begins to vocalize in a high pitch and pull towards her, bouncing. He was refusing to walk initially, then begins to follow her neutral bodied. They stand across from each other and Blake keeps a neutral body posture and alert ears.

Summary (1):: Blake is an independent yet affectionate dog who enjoys social interaction on his own terms. He is very active and playful, often engaging with people when comfortable. In his previous home, he spent most of his time in the kitchen, his crate, or wherever people were gathered. Blake is used to grooming visits but also allows family members to bathe and brush him. On walks, he shows mild to moderate pulling and typically enjoys outings 1-2 times a day for 30 minutes to an hour. Though he no longer needs a crate, he was previously crated for about five hours in a cage-like crate. Blake loves car rides and knows basic cues like "sit" and "stay." His playful nature shines through once he feels at ease, and he especially enjoys tugging toys, chicken treats, and spending time outdoors. His previous owner described him as a happy, cool-looking dog who brings joy once he gets to know you.

Summary (6):: 12/10: A staff member in the hallway noticed Blake being brought into the building by the handler. Blake was stiff and balking when the staff member tried to walk him through the hallway. He began barking and using his front paws to grab the leash and back away from being brought into dog adoptions. A second staff member began to distract him by calling his name and offering treats. Blake continued barking and holding onto the leash for a few minutes before finally releasing and walking down the rest of the hallway. He balked once more before going into the kennel.

Summary (7):: 12/5: Blake is easily leashed and walks out of kennel. He is brought on a walk and begins to pull to catch up with another dog/staff pair. When handler attempts to turn his in the other direction, he yelps and pulls the lead down under his leg. He refuses to walk and repeats this behavior. The dog/staff pair are asked to walk by. As the other dog walks past Blake. He screeches and jumps straight up in the air. He follows the other dog at a safe distance and is brought back in the building. A staff member distracts Blake while he is clipped, and he balks having to be pulled along to return to kennel. 11/30- Blake began to bark when a staff member first approached. He began to avoid being leashed so staff member had to lasso. Once outside, he was tense and kept shaking his head continuously. On the way back to the Care Center, the second handler knelt to say hi to him. He approached with a soft body but immediately jumped on their back, began to mount, and nipped their jacket before being pulled away. He did not make any contact with the staff member's back. He was brought back to his kennel after. 11/29- When staff approached, Blake was lying down in the front of his kennel. He was easily leashed and walked out of his kennel. Once we got up the block, staff member began to turn around to walk back and Blake balked and began jumping on staff members leg. Staff member knelt down and he immediately came over and began rubbing against their leg. He allowed petting on his head and back and staff was able to walk him back to the Care Center. Once inside the building, he allowed more petting on his back and head. Staff were able to clip him and bring him back to his kennel. 11/26: Blake is lying in his kennel and get up on approach. He is hesitant to approach the lead but eventually allows it to be placed over him. He walks out and is brought outside. A volunteer takes photos and he begins to huff until they continue on. He refuses to enter the yard putting his paws up over the slip lead. As handler attempts to pull him he begins to bare teeth. Another dog is brought out and he greets her vocalizing a high-pitched noise. He follows her towards the building. He is kept in meet and greet with 2 staff members. He is cowering away from one and leaning hard into his handler. She is able to unclip his harness. When the other staff member leaves he accepts scratches under his harness. She is able to remove it and he leans into pet and jumps up seeking attention. He needs coaxing to get into his kennel. 11/25: Blake is whining as staff member attempts to leash him. Once secured, he walks out of kennel and attempts to pull to the window. He is coaxed along and brought on a walk. He walks with a high tail and checks in with handler. He begins to whine and jump up toward her anxiously. His face is neutral. He flinches when he is clipped and returns without issue.

Date of intake:: 11/23/2024

Summary:: Blake had a tense body and was barking at counselor

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to bite history, Blake should go to an adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Blake be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Blake to acclimate comfortably to his new environment; force-free, reward-based training only is advised when introducing Blake to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Blake presents with outside of the care centers.

Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Anxiety,Other,Bite history (human),Bite history (dog)

Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Blake's most recent bite which left two punctures, one to the arm and one to the leg was over food resources. Blake should be left alone when engages with his food. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Beatty's mouth, and any time something is removed he should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. Blake was reported to guard his female owner as well and would be reactive to people who approached her while he was on leash. Please see handout on Resource Guarding. Handling/touch sensitivity: Blake has bitten a stranger who attempt to pet him. This bite did not break the skin. Blake has been tolerant of handling in care from select staff who use a slow considerate approach. However, he will escalate to biting if interactions are not at his own pace. It is important to always go slow and give Blake the option to walk away from any social interaction. Blake should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Blake’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Blake would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Blake is highly fearful of new people. Blake gives clear warnings when he is uncomfortable and does seem to choose to avoid or retreat when given the opportunity, but if prevented from moving away there is a potential to escalate to higher-level warning behaviors and possible fear-based aggression. It is important to move slowly with Blake, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Blake to initiate interactions with new people. He should never be forced to greet or to interact if he is not comfortable and soliciting attention. Please see handout on Fearful Potential for Defensive Aggression. Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression/Bite history (human): Blake has escalated to biting people twice in the past. One instance left two punctures, the other did not break the skin. Because this is a learned behavior it is likely to repeat. Please see handout on Bite History and Risk of Future Aggression. Bite history (dog): Blake lived in a multi-dog home. On one occasion he was in an altercation which the other dog lunged at Blake for getting too close to his food. Blake responded by biting the other dog. This bite did not break the skin. Anxiety: His owner described him as an anxious dog, but did not give details on how the anxiety manifested. If Blake displays anxious behavior in his future home, we recommend puzzle toys, long walks, and giving him other things to focus on to alleviate his anxiety. Positive reinforcement, force-free training only should be used. Please see handout on Generalized Anxiety. Other: Blake was reported to escape the house or yard. He will need careful management to prevent him from escaping.