Animal Profile

Underdog is at risk due to behavioral reasons. Underdog arrived at MACC following a bite incident. Underdog was loose walking around a gate outside. Underdog then bit the family member on the left hand leaving puncture wounds on the lower edge of the hand. This bite was a bite and release. During intake Underdog was reported to have a loose body and wagging tail. Medically Underdog has pneumonia and dental disease .

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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 Underdog is at risk due to behavioral reasons. Underdog arrived at MACC following a bite incident. Underdog was loose walking around a gate outside. Underdog then bit the family member on the left hand leaving puncture wounds on the lower edge of the hand. This bite was a bite and release. During intake Underdog was reported to have a loose body and wagging tail. Medically Underdog has pneumonia and dental disease.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 35 lbs

Medical Notes

7/6/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4 to 6 years Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned positive History: Brought in by agency. Pet bit person in home. Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Avoided muzzle but eventually allowed it to be placed while eating cheese. Tense body for exam. Ate cheese readily. Is there evidence of Cruelty? No Is there evidence of Neglect? No Is there evidence of Trauma? No Objective P = 120 R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: WNL externally Assessment Dental disease stage 1-2/4 DOHB Prognosis: Good Plan: Intake tasks Trazodone 100mg 1 1/2 tablets po bid while in shelter SURGERY: Okay for surgery

7/15/2025

On 7/15/2025 at approximately 8:05 AM, Underdog was examined. The patient has appropriate mentation at this time (no neurological signs present) and has not exhibited any neurological signs while at MACC. Hx: on DOH for biting a person QAR did not eat kibble overnight eent- no nasal and no ocular discharge hl- coughing msi- ambulatory x 4; bcs- 4-5/9 neuro- no apparent deficits A) no apparent neuropathy present coughing and anorexia r/o pneumonia P) consider removing from DOH observation Enrofloxacin- 100mg/ml (10 mg/kg SQ SID) (IM causes tissue necrosis) sig: 1.6 ml SQ diluted to 3 ml (*use caution*) SQ fluids- LRS 500 ml over 2-3 hours (*caution)

7/19/2025

Recheck CIRDC S: BAR, socially jumps up on staff and then begins coughing, eats cheese well during handling O: EEN- eyes clear, clear nasal discharge H/L- Normal sinus rhythm, no murmur noted, lungs clear, but coughing MSK/i- Ambulatory x4, healthy hair coat Neuro- alert/appropriate A: CIRDC, responding to treatment Eating Has allowed all medical handling P: Switch to oral meds tomorrow 7/20 Rx: Enrofloxacin 136mg tab, 1 and 1/4 tab PO SID x5d to finish course

7/22/2025

Staff note pet not eating oral meds. Pet is BAR and standing at kennel door. Eating per log. EEN: No ocular or nasal discharge RESP: Eupneic A: CIRDC resolving P: CTM

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Basic Information:: Underdog is an approx 6 year old medium sized male dog that was surrendered due to a bite incident.

Previously lived with:: 1 adult

How is this dog around strangers?: Underdog is described to be friendly and outgoing with strangers.

How is this dog around children?: Underdog spent minimal time with children and they were all ages over 10 years old. He was reported to be kind and playful.

How is this dog around other dogs?: Familiar dogs: Friendly & Outgoing Unfamiliar dogs - on leash: Friendly & Outgoing Unfamiliar dogs - off leash: Tolerant, Friendly & Outgoing

How is this dog around cats?: No experience

Resource guarding:: Valuable items: Toys Reaction: Has a tense body or hovers over them

Bite history:: yes

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: medium

Other Notes:: Goes potty on: Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.) Accident frequency: Very rarely Additional info: If he misses his walk at a certain time of day Behavior concerns: Jumps up often or non-stop Additional info: Not reported Reacts to on walks: Strangers that approach you/family members Reaction type: jumping towards them to great the person. How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Isn't bothered - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Isn't bothered - Startled: Isn't bothered - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Fearful - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered

Medical Notes: Allergies: Yes Allergy info: To chicken certain dog food

For a New Family to Know: Description of this dog most of the time: Social/Affectionate, Lazy/Couch potato Where the dog spent most time: Living room For grooming, this dog: Allows owner/family to bathe and brush, Does not allow nail trimming (fearful, uncomfortable) Walks on leash rating: 2 - Very little pulling Walk Frequency: 3-4 times per day Walk length of time: 10-20 minutes Crate trained: Yes, does well Hours in crate: 4 Type of crate: Metal crate During car rides, this dog: Loves car rides! This dog knows the following cues: Sit, wait, eat, bed, blanket Previous owner's favorite things about the dog: Likes toys and for his belly to be rubbed This dog's favorite activities/toys/food/snacks: Balls, minimal treats due to allergies, and fruit Type of food the dog eats: Both wet and dry food Brand of food: Nulo freestyle dry food with added fruit and green vegetables

Date of intake:: 7/5/2025

Spay/Neuter status:: No

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, Limited History

Previously lived with:: 1 adult

Behavior toward strangers:: Underdog is friendly and outgoing

Behavior toward children:: Underdog is playful

Behavior toward dogs:: Underdog is friendly with familiar and unfamiliar dogs

Behavior toward cats:: No experience

Resource guarding:: Valuable items: Toys Reaction: Has a tense body or hovers over them

Bite history:: July 5th Underdog was loose walking around a gate outside. Underdog then bit the family member on the left hand leaving puncture wounds on the lower edge of the hand. This bite was a bite and release.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Other Notes:: Goes potty on: Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.) Accident frequency: Very rarely Additional info: If he misses his walk at a certain time of day Behavior concerns: Jumps up often or non-stop How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Isn't bothered - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Isn't bothered - Startled: Isn't bothered - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Fearful - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered Underdog's previous owner describes him as a social couch potato. He may know the cues sit and wait.

Date of assessment:: 7/9/2025

Summary:: Underdog arrived at MACC following a bite incident. On July 5th Underdog’s owners stated that he bit their family member. Underdog was loose walking around a gate outside. Underdog then bit the family member on the left hand leaving puncture wounds on the lower edge of the hand. This bite was a bite and release. As the family member pulled away from Underdog, other family members closed the gate to separate them. The victim went to Jacobi Medical Center for medical treatment. During intake Underdog was reported to have a loose body and wagging tail. Due to the bite incident, Underdog is not a candidate for a handling assessment at this time.

Summary (7):: 7/18/25: Underdog was laying in front of his kennel, as handler approached and began to unlock his kennel door, he got up and was easily leashed. He walked straight out the room and walked alongside handler nicely all the way into main medical. A muzzle was placed on him which he tolerated nicely as his fluid treatment was being done. He remained with soft neutral body throughout the interaction. Allowing soft pets on his face and body. Also accepting a small plate of wet food as a treat. He was then walked back to his kennel without issue. 7/7/25: Underdog is standing at the front of the kennel with a neutral body when the handler approaches. The handler offers treats and he is receptive taking the treats with a soft mouth. The handler gives Underdog an enrichment item and he begins to engage with it. Handler ends interaction.

Date of intake:: 7/5/2025

Summary:: Loose body, wagging tail

Date of initial:: 7/6/2025

Summary:: Tense body for exam

ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Underdog 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 bite history we recommend an experienced 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,Basic manners/poor impulse control,Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Bite history (human)

Potential challenges comments:: Resource Guarding: Underdog's previous owner states that he will become tense and hover over toys that are in his possession. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Underdog'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. Basic Manners: Underdog's previous owner states that he will jump up often or non stop. It is recommended that default behaviors such as "Sit" and "Off" are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach them to control their impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward-based training only is recommended. Please see handout on Basic Manners. Handling Sensitivity: Underdog's previous owner states that he will become fearful when his paws are touched. Positive reinforcement, reward based training should be used to pair touch with good things such as food rewards in order to teach Underdog to be more comfortable with this. Please see handout on Handling and Touch Sensitivity. Fearful Defensive/Bite History (Human): Please see bite history above for more details. Please see handout on Bite History and Potential for Future Aggression. Please see handout on Fearful and Defensive Aggression.