Animal Profile

Rosito is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Rosito arrived at the Care Center as an owner surrender. Upon intake Rosito was initially fearful but warmed up to staff and was highly social during his recent handling assessment. Rosito's previous owner reported that there was an attempted bite incident in the home. When a child walked by Rosito he snapped towards the child, no broken skin. Rosito was also reported to resource guard, escalating to growling and snapping when in possession of food or toys. With staff, Rosito continues to be social, allow all handling, and solicit contact. Medically, Rosito is healing from a wound but is otherwise apparently healthy.

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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 Rosito is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Rosito arrived at the Care Center as an owner surrender. Upon intake Rosito was initially fearful but warmed up to staff and was highly social during his recent handling assessment. Rosito's previous owner reported that there was an attempted bite incident in the home. When a child walked by Rosito he snapped towards the child, no broken skin. Rosito was also reported to resource guard, escalating to growling and snapping when in possession of food or toys. With staff, Rosito continues to be social, allow all handling, and solicit contact. Medically, Rosito is healing from a wound but is otherwise apparently healthy. Rosito arrived at MACC as an owner surrender. It is reported that Rosito was biting the resident child in the home. In March 2026, Rosito bit the resident child that was walking by, without warning signs. This bite did not break skin. His previous owner also states that he will snap and growl while food, toys, or bones are in his possession. With handlers in care Rosito is observed to be social with a soft body. Due to the detailed behavior, we recommend an experienced adult only home.

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Weight: 12.2 lbs

Medical Notes

4/8/2026

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-4 yrs based on teeth, consistent with owner reporting age 3 Microchip noted on Intake? yes History: o/s Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - very nervous, keeps distance, easily allowed removing from cage and lifting in towel Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? no Objective: T = P = 120 R = eup BCS = 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted - exam before reactive episode (see below) Oral Exam: moderate tartar - exam post sedation PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, 2 sst MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: externally clean Wood's Lamp Exam: Assessment: Junior MI small breed dog Apparently healthy on exam Bleeding and scleral hemorrhage noted after self trauma episode Prognosis: Guarded Plan: Dog easily allowed placement of muzzle and calmly allowed exam of caudal body. He tensed when examining head. I turned away to get tongue depressor and dog flipped out, bucking under the towel, rolling and screaming. He started bleeding from the nose. Sedated with dexdom/ ket/ torb 0.12 cc of each. Bleeding from nose stopped. No wounds found. Marked scleral hemorrhage developed OU with mild- mod swelling around L eye. -CBC/ Chem and Hemostasis panel sent to lab SURGERY: Temporary waiver pending lab results and recheck

4/9/2026

SO: Recheck scleral hemorrhage BAR, tense at back of kennel, cage side exam due to TDO status eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: unable to appreciate scleral hemorrhage P: OK to monitor

4/9/2026

CBC/chem at lab unremarkable

4/10/2026

Was made TDO due to medical and behavior Advised behavior team it is OK to attempt to walk him Starting on trazodone 50mg PO BID indefinitely for in shelter FAS

4/12/2026

Hx: request for surgery and RTO; h/o scleral hemorrhaging Q-BAR EENT- No ocular or nasal discharge HL- eupneic UG- M MSI- adequate body condition A) No contraindications for anesthesia based on observations P) okay for surgery on presentation but will re-assess on day of surgery and surgeon will make final determination

4/13/2026

Rejected for surgery offsite: Rejected due to bilateral scleral hemorrhage and supra orbital bruising. Worried for coagulopathy, if not a leash puller.

4/13/2026

EEN: Mild scleral hemorrhage. No ocular or nasal discharge CV/RESP: WNL ABD/UG: MI MSI: BCS 5/9 Bruising along dorsal eyelids but not elsewhere on body. (images attached). NEURO: BAR A: New bruising along eyelids/forehead Hx epistaxis Scleral hemorrhage resolving. r/o self trauma vs coagulopathy vs other Plan permanent surgery waiver for neuter in shelter Advise repeat blood work and coagulation panel with LDVM before surgery.

4/13/2026

[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Permanent] Your newly adopted pet has been diagnosed with (BRUISING ) and the staff veterinarians are issuing a PERMANENT waiver from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY. ACC does not have the facility to safely sterilize your pet with his/her current condition. However, your veterinarian will provide consultation on whether this procedure can or should be performed under their supervision. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment and proper oversight of your pet's health. All costs for follow up care and subsequent surgery is at the expense of the adopter.

4/23/2026

SO: BAR, comes to kennel door standing on hind legs eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: CIRDC P: 50mg doxycycline PO SID x10d

4/29/2026

SO: Currently on treatment for CIRDC, but reported not taking meds well. Took in cheese this morning QAR, vomitus in kennel, appears to be medication eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: CIRDC vomiting P: 150ml LRS sc SID x3d 0.55ml cerenia sc SID x3d 0.55ml enrofloxacin 100mg/ml diluted with equal volume sterile water for injection sc SID x3d

5/2/2026

Recheck CIRDC S: BAR at front of kennel, eats treats tossed in. O: EEN- eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge H/L- Eupneic, no coughing/sneezing or audible congestion MSK/i- Ambulatory x4, healthy haircoat. Neuro- alert/appropriate A: No evidence of CIRDC P: CTM in care

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake, Rosito did not allow all handling. Canine behavior was called to do all handling.

Spay/Neuter Status: Not Applicable

Basic Information:: Rosito is a male, unaltered, 2 y/o old small dog. Rosito was given to the owner by a friend. The owner is surrendering due to Rosito's behavior.

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 2 children ( 2- 3 y/o)

How is this dog around strangers?: Rosito is initially shy with strangers. Rosito will need time to open up to strangers. Once Rosito warms up, they are tolerant, playful, friendly, and outgoing.

How is this dog around children?: Rosito was in a home with children. Rostio was noted to be shy on initial contact and will need time to warm up. Once Rosito warms up, he is very playful, tends to be mouthy, friendly and outgoing.

How is this dog around other dogs?: No experience

How is this dog around cats?: No experience

Resource guarding:: Rosito will snap and growl if he has food, toys, or bones in his possession.

Bite history:: Rosito has a bite history. No broken skin. A recent bite incident happened a month ago. The bite incident happened when the child in the home walked by Rosito. Rosito all of a sudden attacked the child, with no warning signs; the bite did not break skin. Rosito began this behavior about a month ago. Rosito suddenly became aggressive towards the children and family at home. Rosito will growl and bark hard as warning signs before biting.

Housetrained:: No

Energy level/descriptors:: High

Other Notes:: Rosito has general anxiety and is anxious when left home alone. The owner never attempted to hold/restrain, disturbed while sleeping, startled, pushed/pulled Rosito off furniture, or had feet/paws touch or grab Rosito's collar.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: No medical issues or behavior concerns

For a New Family to Know: Rosito is a social, affectionate, fearful couch potato. Rosito would spend most of his time where people are. Rosito goes to the groomers. The family and owner have never attempted to bathe him or trim his nails. Rosito will mildly pull while on leash. Rosito does not have a walk schedule and was mostly kept indoors. Rosito is crate-trained and will go into his crate when the owner tells him to by saying "Go Home". Getting into a car makes Rosito nervous, and he has car accidents like using the bathroom or vomiting. Rosito knows the following commands: Go Home, Comer (eat in Spanish) Rosito will eat both wet and dry food from any brand. Rostio loves squeaky toys and teddy bears. The owner stated their favorite thing about Rosito is that he is an amazing dog, very friendly, and great with kids (before recent behavior).

Date of intake:: 4/7/2026

Spay/Neuter status:: No

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

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 2 children ( 2- 3 y/o)

Behavior toward strangers:: Rosito is initially shy, warms up to be tolerant

Behavior toward children:: Rosito is initially shy, warms up to be playful

Behavior toward dogs:: No experience

Behavior toward cats:: No experience

Resource guarding:: Rosito will snap and growl if he has food, toys, or bones in his possession.

Bite history:: Rosito has a bite history. No broken skin. A recent bite incident happened a month ago (March 2026). The bite incident happened when the child in the home walked by Rosito. Rosito all of a sudden attacked the child, with no warning signs; the bite did not break skin. Rosito began this behavior about a month ago. Rosito suddenly became aggressive towards the children and family at home. Rosito will growl and bark hard as warning signs before biting.

Housetrained:: No

Energy level/descriptors:: High

Other Notes:: Rosito has general anxiety and is anxious when left home alone. The owner never attempted to hold/restrain, disturbed while sleeping, startled, pushed/pulled Rosito off furniture, or had feet/paws touch or grab Rosito's collar.

Date of assessment:: 4/26/2026

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: None Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly social Call over: Approaches handler readily Sociability comments: Soft body, receptive to treats Soft handling: Accepts contact Exuberant handling: Accepts contact Comments: Soft body Arousal Jog comments: Follows handler readily Knock Knock comments: Approaches handler readily Toy Toy comments: Grips light, becomes tense and moves away with toy

Summary:: 5/6/26: Rosito greets another dog at the gate with a soft body and soft tail wag.

Summary (6):: 5/10/26: Rosito is at the front of the kennel with a loose body. He is easily leashed and lead to the yard. He relieves himself immediately once outside. He walks with a neutral body and sniffs around. He jumps up on the bench and allows petting. He takes treats. He is returned to his kennel and gets in willingly.

Summary (7):: 5/4/26: Rosito was at front of kennel with a loose and wiggly body. He was easily leashed and pulled from kennel and taken to back yard. Rosito walked next to handler with a slack leash. In the play yard handler sat on bench and Rosito jumped into handler’s lap and tried to lick handler’s face. Rosito was loose and wiggly during his time in the play yard and very social with handler. He was returned to kennel with no issue. 4/26/26 (Assessment): Rosito was at front of kennel with a loose and wiggly body. He was easily leashed and pulled from kennel. Rosito was taken for a street walk where they displayed no interest in people or dogs that were passed. He was then escorted to the behavior room for an assessment and then returned to kennel with no issue. 4/20/26: Rosito is lying down in a bed in his kennel. He gets up and circles as the handler approaches then stands at the front. He is easily leashed and walks to the street pulling lightly. He relieves himself and sniffs around. He takes treats and jumps up softly on the handler. He occasionally sneezes and shakes off. He allows leash clipping and returns to his kennel willingly. 4/10/26: Rosito is at the front of his kennel with a soft body. He is easily leashed and brought out the room. On the street, Rosito walks ahead with no leash tension; he doesn't react to dogs or passersby. Rosito engages with the handler, as he jumps on them with a soft body and allows pets. He also gets startled by a loud sound but recovers. Upon entry, the handler clips their leash and returns Rosito to his kennel

Date of intake:: 4/7/2026

Summary:: Hiding under owner's chair, growling and barking at people that approach

Date of initial:: 4/8/2026

Summary:: Fearful, maintains distance, toweled out of kennel

ENERGY LEVEL:: Rosito is described as active and enthusiastic. They will need daily mental and physical activity to keep them engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in addition to physical exercise, to positively direct their energy and enthusiasm. We recommend feeding with puzzle feeders and food-dispensing toys. And we recommend using force-free, reward-based training techniques for Rosito.

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 bite history 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: : Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Anxiety,Bite history (human)

Potential challenges comments:: Resource Guarding: Rosito's previous owner states that he will snap and growl if he has food, toys, or bones in his possession. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Rosito's mouth, and any time something is removed they should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. Please see handout on Resource Guarding. Fearful Defensive: Rosito was observed to growl and hard bark at handlers during intake. It is important to move slowly with Rosito, 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. Bite History (Human): Please see bite history above for more details. Please see handout on Bite History and Potential for Future Aggression. Anxiety: Rosito's previous owner states that he is anxious in the home. If Rosito displays anxious behavior in their future home, we recommend puzzle toys, long walks, and giving them other things to focus on to alleviate their anxiety. Positive reinforcement, force-free training should be used. Please see handout on Generalized Anxiety.