Animal Profile

Pop is at risk due to behavioral concerns in the previous home. Pop is reported to have two separate bite incidents towards one of the resident children due to resource guarding under the teenager's bed. Both bites were bites and releases that resulted in small puncture wounds to the child's arm and leg that were treated at home. He reportedly ran back under the bed afterwards and intermittently would growl at the child while in the home. His previous family reported that he enjoys most treats and will get the zoomies when near grass. During his stay in care, Pop has allowed minimal handling. When being picked up to be removed or returned to the kennel, he begins thrashing lightly. With handlers, he ignores their attempts to interact and keeps to himself. Medically, Pop has CIRDC, nuclear sclerosis, and is considered to be geriatric.

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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 Pop is at risk due to behavioral concerns in the previous home. Pop is reported to have two separate bite incidents towards one of the resident children due to resource guarding under the teenager's bed. Both bites were bites and releases that resulted in small puncture wounds to the child's arm and leg that were treated at home. He reportedly ran back under the bed afterwards and intermittently would growl at the child while in the home. His previous family reported that he enjoys most treats and will get the zoomies when near grass. During his stay in care, Pop has allowed minimal handling. When being picked up to be removed or returned to the kennel, he begins thrashing lightly. With handlers, he ignores their attempts to interact and keeps to himself. Medically, Pop has CIRDC, nuclear sclerosis, and is considered to be geriatric. Pop was surrendered to the care center by his previous owner due to his behavior towards a child in the home. In two instances, the most recent a year ago, Pop is reported to have bitten the child when they ran into a room where he was sleeping, in one case on the arm and in another the leg. In both cases, this was a bite and release that left small punctures and was treated at home. The owner otherwise describes Pop as an independent dog who is good on the leash and likes be where his people are, but is happy to nap or chew on a bone by himself. At the care center, in calmer environments and with time to warm up, Pop has shown social behavior with staff. Due to noted concerns displayed in a home environment, we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide an experienced, adult-only foster home, a period of decompression, and any necessary behavior modification before placement into a permanent home.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 17 lbs

Medical Notes

10/6/2026

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 9yrs based on ocular changes/conformation Microchip noted on Intake? scans negative History: O/S Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - head-shy, avoids contact. Muzzled for exam and tasks but did not escalate or react to tasks Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? no Objective: P = 140 R = panting, eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear with early nuclear sclerosis, ears mild ceruminous debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Adult dentition with mild staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI; 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 Rectal: externally normal Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment: Approx. 9yr MI canine app. healthy Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age

10/6/2026

[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.

10/12/2026

Progress exam: CIRDC signs noted on rounds Subjective: QBAR, no S/V/D. Coughing/huffing with occasional hacking present Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge present MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -Under the weather sign, ppe sign & monitor log placed on kennel -Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO q24h x10days & medical feedings PO BID x5 days -CTM, recheck in 3 days

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake, friendly and tolerant with staff. Allowed all handling.

Basic Information:: 9-year-old male, lived with previous owner for 9 years

Previously lived with:: adults, children

How is this dog around strangers?: friendly and social

How is this dog around children?: unpredictable, has a bite history with a child in the home.

How is this dog around other dogs?: tolerant, usually avoids

How is this dog around cats?: no experience

Resource guarding:: no resource guarding towards food or treats.

Bite history:: He has bitten the child twice due to resource guarding of the client's 17 y/o daughter. In both instances, Pop was sleeping in the 17 y/o's room under the bed when the child ran into the room to greet his sister. Pop ran out from under the bed and bit the child in the arm and leg, Pop then ran back under the bed. Both incidents were bite-and-release described as a small puncture wound, treated at home. The first incident was 3 years ago, and the second one was a year ago. The owner stated Pop has never bitten, tried to bite, or showed any signs of aggression towards anybody else before but continues to growl at the child while in the home.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Other Notes:: does not get along with children, has bitten one in the home multiple times.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: usually, independent and does not require a lot of attention. he likes to be in rooms with people but usually napping on the couch or chewing on a bone by himself. he is good on the leash and not know to be reactive to anything. He is not picky and will eat most food and treats. enjoys car rides and gets zoomies when near grass. knows command "sit" and can walk in his hind legs.

Date of intake:: 10/3/2026

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender (9 years)

Previously lived with:: Adults, children

Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly and social

Behavior toward children:: Unpredictable, has a bite history in the home

Behavior toward dogs:: Tolerant, usually avoids

Behavior toward cats:: No experience

Resource guarding:: No resource guarding reported

Bite history:: Pop has bitten one child in the home on two occasions, the first incident three years ago and the second incident one year ago. In both instances, Pop was sleeping under a bed when the child ran into the room, and Pop ran out from under the bed and bit the child, in one instance on the arm and the other on the leg. Both were described as bite-and-releases that left small punctures that were treated at home. Pop continues to growl at the child in the home.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Pop is described as medium energy by his previous owner.

Date of assessment:: 10/10/2026

Summary:: Due to Pop's multiple bite history (please see bite history information for more detail), and out of concern for his stress levels, a handling assessment is not conducted.

Summary (7):: 10/5/26: Pop is at the front of his kennel as the handler approaches. He is slightly avoidant of the leash but will remain still as the handler places it over his head. When the handler uses a towel to remove him from kennel, Pop will thrash until he is placed on the ground. He will walk to the center of the room but once in front of the door will thrash lightly but will walk in once he notices the door is open. He will stand in the behavior office for the majority of the time. The handler will walk around with him and he will sniff some things but ultimately will stand and watch his surroundings. After a while, when he is picked up with a towel to be returned to kennel, he will thrash lightly but allows the handler to lift him into the kennel and secure him safely.

Date of intake:: 10/3/2026

Summary:: Friendly and tolerant

Date of initial:: 10/6/2026

Summary:: Head-shy, avoids contact, muzzled for exam

ENERGY LEVEL:: Pop is described as medium energy by his previous owners and will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Pop's bite history and continued defensive behavior towards the child in his previous home, we recommend an adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, we recommend Pop be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home, a period of decompression, and any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) before placement into a permanent home.

Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Bite history (human)

Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression | Multiple bite history/Risk of future aggression | Bite history (human): In his previous home, Pop bit a resident child twice, two years apart. In both cases he was sleeping under a bed when the child ran in, and Pop ran out and bit, bite-and-release resulting in small punctures that were treated at home. Since then, the owner reported that Pop had continued to show fearful, defensive behavior, growling at the child. It is important to move slowly with Pop, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow him 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 handouts on Fearful and Defensive Aggression and Bite History and Potential for Future Aggression.