Animal Profile

Roxy is at risk for behavior reasons. She was in an altercation in her previous home over resources. Roxy incurred a bite to her head, then escalated to biting, holding and shaking. In care she was initially fearful but has warmed up nicely being sweet and social with staff and volunteers. Medically she has recently been vomiting but is otherwise healthy.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Roxy is at risk for behavior reasons. She was in an altercation in her previous home over resources. Roxy incurred a bite to her head, then escalated to biting, holding and shaking. In care she was initially fearful but has warmed up nicely, being sweet and social with staff and volunteers. Medically, she has recently been vomiting but is otherwise healthy. 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 Roxy is a shy, reserved dog who has shown a quiet and gentle nature during her time in our care center. While she can be affectionate once she feels comfortable, she prefers a calm and predictable environment where she can settle in at her own pace. Roxy has a history of resource guarding, particularly around high-value items such as food or toys. This behavior has led to 2 bite incidents involving the other resident dog. Because of this, Roxy must be the only pet in the household. She should also be left alone when she is engaged with items she values to avoid triggering guarding behavior. She would do best with an experienced adopter who understands canine body language and is willing to manage her environment to ensure everyone's safety. Roxy is not a good fit for homes with other animals or children.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 58.5 lbs

Medical Notes

5/14/2025

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 years Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative History: owner surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior - relaxed body Is there evidence of Cruelty? no Is there evidence of Neglect? no Is there evidence of Trauma? no Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: limited oral exam, clean adult teeth seen PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, a few scabs at face and neck, no swelling or discharge CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment healing bite wounds Prognosis: good Plan: SURGERY: Okay for surgery

5/21/2025

Release from rabies observation: Patient observed in kennel. Appears BAR, mentally appropriate, and neurologically normal. No clinical signs of Rabies exhibited.

6/7/2025

Regurgitate food found in kennel this morning, no signs diarrhea reported S: BARH AB: No signs abdominal discomfort MSI/N: Ambulatory x4, normal mentation, no signs neurological deficits A: Regurgitation r/out eating to quickly vs other P: Puzzle feeder, monitor

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 1. Green

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Date of Intake: 5/14/2025

Spay/Neuter Status: Not Applicable

Basic Information:: Name: Roxy Age: 1-3 years old Color: Black & white Sex: Female Altered: No Size: Large Surrender Reason: not getting along with other resident dog Length of time owned: Two years Where the previous owner got this dog: shelter

Previously lived with:: Adults, Children, Other Dogs, Cats

How is this dog around strangers?: Tolerant

How is this dog around children?: (lived with 1 child; age 13 y/o) Friendly & Outgoing, Alert barks, Playful

How is this dog around other dogs?: (lived with an intact male SMB & spayed female LMB dog) Familiar dogs: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Tolerant Unfamiliar dogs - on leash: No experience Unfamiliar dogs - off leash: No experience

How is this dog around cats?: (lived with 1 cat) Cats: Tolerant, Playful Other Animals: No experience

Resource guarding:: Valuable items: Random objects, "Treats (bones, rawhides, etc.), etc.)", Toys, Food Reaction: Has a tense body or hovers over them

Bite history:: Previous bite to a person: No Previous bite to another animal: Yes / Sí Did the other animal need vet care: No Date of last bite to an animal: 5/10/2025 Bitten by another animal: Yes / Sí Did this dog need vet care: No Date of last bite by another animal: 5/10/2025

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: High

Other Notes:: Goes potty on: "Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.), Wee-wee pads Accident frequency: Never Behavior concerns: "None, my dog is the best! Reacts to on walks: "Moving objects (bikes, skateboards, cars, etc.) Reaction type: Growling/Hard barking 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: Isn't bothered - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

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: Where people are For grooming, this dog: Loves bath time/water, "Does not allow nail trimming (fearful, uncomfortable) Walks on leash rating: 4 - Hard pulling (pretty strong, somewhat difficult to manage) Walk Frequency: 1-2 times per day Walk length of time: 5 minutes Crate trained: Has never been crated During car rides, this dog: Loves car rides! This dog knows the following cues: Sit Previous owner's favorite things about the dog: Her smile and her energy. She’s very friendly and happy. This dog's favorite activities/toys/food/snacks: Everything Type of food the dog eats: Both wet and dry food Brand of food: Petty green

Date of intake:: 5/14/2025

Spay/Neuter status:: No

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender (2 years)

Previously lived with:: Adults, Children (aged 13), Other Dogs (male SMB, Female LMB), Cats

Behavior toward strangers:: Tolerant

Behavior toward children:: Friendly & Outgoing, Alert barks, Playful

Behavior toward dogs:: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful, Tolerant

Behavior toward cats:: Tolerant, Playful

Resource guarding:: it is reported that in the previous home Roxy would be tense and hove over random objects, treats, toys and food.

Bite history:: The owner reported that while unpacking groceries, both dogs were present and attempting to get into the grocery bag when they began growling at each other. The situation quickly escalated into a physical altercation. Roxy reportedly bit, held, and shook the other dog’s head and, after releasing her grip, continued to attempt to bite the other dog. The incident resulted in the other dog sustaining puncture wounds to the head, ear, and behind the ear, while Roxy also sustained a puncture wound to her head. The owner noted that even after a period of separation, Roxy remained intensely fixated on the other dog.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Roxy is reported to have a high energy level in the home.

Other Notes:: Goes potty on: "Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.), Wee-wee pads Accident frequency: Never Behavior concerns: "None, my dog is the best! Reacts to on walks: "Moving objects (bikes, skateboards, cars, etc.) Reaction type: Growling/Hard barking 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: Isn't bothered - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered

Date of assessment:: 5/19/2025

Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild pulling Reactivity to humans: None – ignores Reactivity to dogs: None – ignores Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Fearful – avoids; tense; cowers; Call over: No approach – nervous, explores the yard Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Fearful – tense, tail tucked, ears back Exuberant handling: Fearful – tense, tail tucked, ears back Comments: Arousal Jog: Follows handler (loose, neutral) Arousal comments: Knock: Approaches (loose) Knock Comments: Toy: No response Toy comments:

Summary:: 6/8: Roxy approaches the gate with a loose body, greeting F LMB dog nose to nose. She is easily walked away. Roxy previously lived with 2 other dogs. Roxy was in an altercation with the female dog resulting in a bite over resources.

Summary (7):: 6/10: Roxy had a soft body and was easily leashed. While walking in the hallway, she noticed a family staff member and immediately became wiggly and approached them with a soft body. She leaned into their legs and accepted pets on her head and back. When they would stop petting her, she jumped on their leg, leaning her head into their hand. After a few minutes of pets, Roxy was taken to the yard and put on a drag leash. She wandered around exploring and would approach staff members from time to time for pets. After the session was done, she was easily leashed and walked back to the kennel with a soft body 6/8: Roxy was in the yard with 2 volunteers. She has a loose body, running about, engaging in play. She takes treats gently and leans into pets. She explores on her own, relieving herself before returning for pets. 06.03 Roxy is at the front of her kennel with a wagging tail. She is easily leashed and brought on a walk. Roxy stays close to staff as she explores and sniffs, walking nicely. She is then brought to the yard where she gets the "zoomies," running back and forth. Roxy returns to staff and accepts pets with a loose body. When bringing her back to her kennel, Roxy greets multiple staff members, accepting pets and praise. She is given treats and she lays in her bed when back in her kennel. 05.28 Roxy is laying in her bed as staff approach the kennel. As the kennel door is opened and the leash is introduced, Roxy gets up from where she is laying. Her head hangs low and her tail wags as she is leashed. When in the yard, a drag leash is placed on her. She follows staff around the yard. The staff member sits down on the bench and Roxy hops up, sitting next to them. Roxy is given pets on her back and chest. She leans into staff as she is being pet. When they stop petting her, she nudges their hand with her head before resting her head on them. Roxy is given more pets before it is time to go inside. She is easily leashed and returns to her kennel. 5/16 As staff approached kennel Roxy was sitting in the middle. Her head lowered down , as well as her body. While trying to rope her she backed away. Staff tried again and was able to rope her and bring her outside. Roxy was brought to the yard , allowing staff member to put a drag leash on her. She began to walk around the entire yard sniffing around. Staff offered treats their hand, Roxy sniffed them and walked away. Staff member then tried calling her over, she came and began sniffing their hand. Roxy did allow pets on top of her head and body. She was then brought back inside and put inside her kennel with ease.

Date of intake:: 5/14/2025

Date of initial:: 5/14/2025

Summary:: relaxed body

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Single-pet home,Recommend no dog parks,Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:: NO CHILDREN (UNDER 13) Due to the bite history and reported potential to resource guard we recommend an adult only home for Roxy. SINGLE PET HOME Roxy lived with 2 other dogs. She was involved in 2 bite incidents over resources. We recommend she be the only dog in the home to prevent another incident. RECOMMEND NO DOG PARKS Because Roxy has escalated to biting over resources, she should not visit the dog park. PLACE WITH A NEW HOPE PARTNER Roxy has appeared fearful in the shelter and has had a concerning bite incident to another dog in her previous home. We recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home.

Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Bite history (dog)

Potential challenges comments:: RESOURCE GUARDING Roxy's previous owner notes that he may become tense when her food bowl, treats, toys or other objects are approached. We recommend that Roxy be left alone while eating, and that food guarding behavior modification steps be utilized if this behavior is problematic in her future home. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Roxy's mouth, and any time something is removed she should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. She should be taught the "drop" cue and trade-up games. Please see handout on resource guarding. FEARFUL Roxy is a bit fearful at the care center. It is important to always go slow and give Pam the option to walk away from any social interaction. Roxy should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Roxy’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Roxy would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings. please see handout on fearfulness. MULTIPLE BITE HISTORY (DOG) In the previous home Roxy had at least 2 different incidents that resulted in her biting the other female large mixed breed dog in the home, both of which seem to have stared out as resource guarding. Please see handout on bite history.