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Atlas, photographed at the East shelter
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Atlas

County ID A5148378

Deadline: Wednesday, September 23.

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Shelter memo and intake

Why the county put this dog on the priority list, and how they arrived.

9/16/2026

09/16/26 07:58 Dog has Valley Fever and is at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/24/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 9/23/26, but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines

8/19/2026

08/19/26 16:27 Valley Fever. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 08/28/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 08/27/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. Intake

9/8/2026

What is the reason for surrender? SOURCE STATED A5148378 HAS A LOT OF ENERGY AND WANTS TO PLAY ALL THE TIME. SOURCE'S OTHER DOG IS A SENIOR AND DOESN'T WANT TO PLAY. SOURCE STATED THAT THEIR OTHER DOG WILL CORRECT A5148378 WHEN A5148378 WANTS TO PLAY AND A5148378 RESPECTS THE CORRECTION BUT WILL PACE DUE TO HIGH ENERGY WITH NO PLAY OUTLET. SOURCE STATED HE FEELS NEITHER DOG IS HAPPY GIVEN THAT THEY ARE NOT WELL-MATCHED IN ENERGY AND ACTIVITY LEVEL. How long have you had your pet? ONE WEEK Where did you get this animal from? MCACC Is your pet spayed/neutered? NEUTERED Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? SOURCE STATED A5148378 DRINKS A LOT OF WATER. SOURCE STATED HE WAS ADVISED AT TIME OF ADOPTION THAT A5148378 HAD A SKIN INFECTION, SOURCE TOOK A5148378 TO PERSONAL VET FOR AN EXAM AND MEDICATION WAS PROVIDED. SOURCE STATED PERSONAL VET AGED A5148378 AT 2 TO 3 YEARS OF AGE. We offer resources such as low-cost veterinary care, trainers, food/medication coupons, and financial assistance. Would you like any resources instead of surrendering? DECLINED Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? NO Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? NO Do you have pictures of injuries/bites? N/A Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite? N/A Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? GREAT WITH PEOPLE, NO AGGRESSION. GOOD WITH DOGS BUT WANTS TO PLAY CONSTANTLY. Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? NO How is the animal around children? N/A Please describe behavior around children? N/A Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? 2 ADULTS, ALLOWED ALL HANDLING BY BOTH ADULTS, PLAYFUL, SOLICITS ATTENTION Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? Cats? N/A Dogs? LOVES TO MEET OTHER DOGS, WANTS TO PLAY CONSTANTLY Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? N/A Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? N/A Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? NO RESOURCE GUARDING OBSERVED BY SOURCE Is the animal house-trained? TRIES TO GET UP IN THE SINK WHEN WATER IS RUNNING, LOVES WATER Is your pet potty trained? NO, STILL HAS ACCIDENTS Familiar with a dog door? NO Crate trained? YES, DOES GET ANXIOUS IN THE CRATE BUT NO DESTRUCTION Leash trained? YES Knows commands? SIT Where was this animal kept? INSIDE AN APARTMENT Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe? NO Last vaccinations / last vet visit? SEPTEMBER 2ND How would you describe your pet's energy level? VERY HIGH ENERGY. SOURCE STATED APARTMENT LIVING DOESN'T MEET THIS DOG'S NEEDS AND ADVISES A HOME WITH A YARD AND YOUNGER DOGS THAT WANT TO PLAY. Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? GOOD IN THE CAR BUT WANTS TO RIDE IN THE FRONT What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)? LOVES TO RUN AND PLAY, GETTING IN WATER, CHEWING ON BONES, EATING, TREATS Any escapist behavior? NO Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? NO Any Additional details/notes on behavior? VERY FOOD MOTIVATED, LOVES TREATS AND IS ALWAYS EAGER TO EAT. SOURCE STATED A5148378 IS A VERY FRIENDLY, KIND DOG THAT NEEDS AN ACTIVE HOME AND YARD TO RUN IN.

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8/28/2026

What is the reason for surrender? SOURCE STATED THAT THEY ARE STARTING TO DEVELOP ALLERGY SYMPTOMS SINCE THEY ADOPTED THIS PET. ALSO, THE SOURCE HAS A TODDLER AND FEELS THIS PET PLAYS A LITTLE HARD AND MIGHT KNOCK OVER THE CHILD. How long have you had your pet? 1 WEEK Where did you get this animal from? MCACC Is your pet spayed/neutered? YES Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? PET IS STILL ON THE ANTIBIOTICS WE PROVIDED. REMAINDER OF THE DOSES WERE RETURNED. ALSO, SOURCE TOOK THIS PET TO A VET AND ALSO PROVIDED A TUBE OF PRESCRIPTION OINTMENT FOR AN SORE AREA. We offer resources such as low-cost veterinary care, trainers, food/medication coupons, and financial assistance. Would you like any resources instead of surrendering? NO Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? NO Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? NO Do you have pictures of injuries/bites? Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite? Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? SOURCE SAID NO. Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? NO How is the animal around children? YES Please describe behavior around children? SOURCE SAID THIS PET IS GREAT WITH KIDS, BUT LIKES TO JUMP AND PLAY A LITTLE HARD. SOURCE RECOMMENDED KIDS OLDER THATN 10 TO PREVENT BEING KNOCKED OVER. Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? 2 ADULTS AND 2 KIDS AGES 4 AND 6. Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? AS OBSERVED IN THE LOBBY THIS DOG BARKED AND WHINED AT OTHER DOGS, BUT REMAINED OBEDIENT AND EASILY CALMED. Cats? 0 Dogs? 0 Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? 0 Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? 0 Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? NO Is the animal house-trained? YES Is your pet potty trained? YES, BUT SOURCE SAID THIS PET DOESN'T ALERT SO TO MAKE SURE IT GOES OUT REGULARLY. Familiar with a dog door? NO Crate trained? YES Leash trained? YES Knows commands? SIT, LAY, SHAKE, SPIN, AND STAY. Where was this animal kept? INSIDE Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe? NO Last vaccinations / last vet visit? 8/26/26, SOURCE PROVIDED COPY OF NEW PRESCRIPTION. How would you describe your pet's energy level? LOW TO NORMAL, BUT SOURCE ADDED THAT THIS PET GETS THE ZOOMIES TWICE PER DAY. Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? NO What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)? ROPE TOYS AND TUG-O-WAR Any escapist behavior? NO Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? NO Any Additional details/notes on behavior? LOVES CAR RIDES, BEING IN YOUR LAP, AND CUDDLING

8/13/2026

What is the reason for surrender? SOURCE STATED THAT MEDICAL BILLS FOR THIS DOG'S CARE ARE TOO HIGH AND THEY CAN NO LONGER AFFORD THE COSTS. How long have you had your pet? 1 YEAR Where did you get this animal from? MCACC Is your pet spayed/neutered? YES Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? YES, 200 MG OF FLUCONAZOLE TWICE TWICE DAILY FOR LOWER RESPORATORY ILLNESS. We offer resources such as low-cost veterinary care, trainers, food/medication coupons, and financial assistance. Would you like any resources instead of surrendering? RESOURCES WERE PROVIDED NAD SOURCE WAS UNABLE TO OBTAIN ANY ASSISTANCE. SOURCE ADDED THAT THEY ONLY GOT DENIALS. Do you have pictures of injuries/bites? N/A Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite? N/A Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? NO Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? NO How is the animal around children? SOURCE STATED SEEKS ATTENTION, LOVES TO PLAY, AND IS GREAT WITH ALL KIDS. Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? SOURCE IS THE ONLY PERSON IN THE HOUSEHOLD. Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? LOVES TO PLAY WITH OTHER DOGS, BUT WILL CHASE AND GO AFTER CATS. Cats? NONE IN THE HOME Dogs? ONLY WHEN AT THE DOG PARK Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? NO Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? CHASES BIRDS Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? NO Is the animal house-trained? YES Is your pet potty trained? YES Familiar with a dog door? NO Crate trained? YES Leash trained? YES Knows commands? SIT, LAY DOWN, SPIN, PAW, STAY Where was this animal kept? INSIDE Last vaccinations / last vet visit? 7/23/25 ON FILE How would you describe your pet's energy level? USUALLY HIGH AND EXTREMELY PLAYFUL. Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? NO Any escapist behavior? NO Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? NO Any Additional details/notes on behavior? LOVES CAR RIDES AND PEOPLE.

Behavior evaluations

Written by handlers, dated, in their words.

9/16/2026

Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, Sit, Down, Shake, Atlas is a dream pup! He was excited, but overall easy to pull from kennel. He knows sit, down, and paw, and takes treats nicely. He walks well on leash and is such a good boy!

9/9/2026

Laying by gate, greeted handler with soft posture, QAR and affiliative. Placing Green due to kennel presence and intake notes.

9/8/2026

Seeking attention, allows petting and handling. No vaccines given today. Walked to kennel.

8/29/2026

Dog greeted handler at fornt of kennel with soft body, curved spine, gently wagging tail at spine level, leaned against door for petting. Placing "purple" due to kennel presence and intake notes.

8/28/2026

Friendly, seeks attention. Walked to kennel, very dog reactive lunging and pulling on leash toward other dog kennels.

8/21/2026

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8/21/2026

Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, sweet boy , walks great

8/16/2026

Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, High Energy, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, Sit

8/14/2026

Dog greeted handler at front of kennel with loose body, tail wagging in circle, wiggling back at forth at front of kennel then sat. Placing "green" due to kennel presence and intake notes.

8/13/2026

k9 allowed all handling. k9 did not need any restraint for vaccines. solicits attention. walks on leash with no pull

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7/26/2025

Takes treats nicely, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Stop and go, Sit, 4 Paws walk, Energy level: high Strength for size: strong. Reactivity: was interested in other dogs. Walking Style: zigzagging, loose leash at end. Personality: gentle, affectionate, timid, curious, alert, friendly, Is food motivated.

7/24/2025

Soft wiggly and tail wagging. Placing "green" due to kennel presence and intake notes.

7/22/2025

walks on leash, take treats gently, allowed all handling and vaccine with mild restraint.

Bite history

No recorded bites

Daily kennel rounds

The county's own scoring. The numbers are theirs, not ours.

No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos

Medical record

9/15/2026

09/15/26 16:42 Recheck exam P is BAR, very friendly on exam GI: Great appetite; soft formed stool score 4–5 noted in kennel Derm: Previously noted crusted wound R lateral caudal thorax/cranial abdomen – ongoing. Small SQ mass lateral to OS lateral canthus remains present A: - Crusted wound R lateral caudal thorax/cranial abdomen – ongoing - Small SQ mass lateral to OS lateral canthus - Tested Coccidioidocycosis (Valley Fever) positive on 8/19/26 - currently on Fluconazole P: - Extend Cephalexin 500mg - Give 1 capsule PO BID x 7 additional days - Extend Fluconazole 200mg - Give 1 tablet PO BID x 30 additional days - Removing duplicate follow up reminder at this time - Dog is adoptable as long as adopter is aware of full medical needs stated in the record. Placing on the portal urgent medical. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/24/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 9/23/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines

9/9/2026

09/09/26 17:12 Placed inflatable e-collar on pet. jp 18:39 No changes. jp 09/10/26 11:19 inflatable E-collar on, fits well, and clean. -jmc 09/11/26 14:53 No changes. -jmc 09/11/26 11:52 E-collar on, fits well, and clean. -jmc 09/12/26 10:02 E-collar on, fits well and clean. jp

9/8/2026

09/08/26 13:16 M Previous neuter with MCACC. UTD on vaccines.

9/8/2026

09/08/26 15:42 P is BAR, friendly on exam; BCS 5/9 GI: Great appetite; no stool observed in kennel Derm: Scabbed wound along right lateral caudal thorax/cranial abdomen with crusting present A: - Crusted wound R lateral caudal thorax/cranial abdomen - History of valley fever – currently on Fluconazole P: - Clip and clean affected area - Place and maintain e-collar x 7 days - Continue Cephalexin 500 mg – Give 1 capsule PO BID x 7 days - Continue Fluconazole as previously prescribed - Recheck skin on 9/15 and extend Fluconazole treatment at that time (last dose scheduled for 9/16) 09/09/26 15:21 Addendum - Small SQ mass ~0.5 inches x 0.5inches lateral to OS lateral canthus noted at time of clip and clean. Soft, movable but attached to underlying tissues.

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9/2/2026

Vaccines and preventative treatments not administered by MCACC. Administered by shelter partner: Camelback Animal Clinic on 9/2/26, paper records provided at intake and attached by SW.

9/1/2026

Observed 1 date of Fluconazole remaining in To Do list 09/01/26 18:16 Extending Fluconazole 200mg - Give 1 tablet PO BID x 14 days. BD 09/08/26 13:14 Pet has wound R side thorax area, was prescribed Chlorhex scrubs, Mupirocin Oinment and Cephalexin. Clinic has bag of meds jp

8/28/2026

08/28/26 18:15 M UTD on vaccines.

8/22/2026

08/22/26 11:34 Pet adopted, dispensed remaining Cephalexin(500mg) 1 capsules by mouth every 12 hours for 2 days(Start 08/22/26-4 capsules total) and Fluconazole(200mg) 1 tablet by mouth every 12 hours for 12 days(Start 08/22/26-24 tablets total). jp/jmc

8/19/2026

08/19/26 16:25 IDEXX SERVICES: 706 COCCIDIOIDES SCREEN AND TITER BY AGID SEROLOGY TEST Coccidioides IgG Antibody POSITIVE Coccidioides IgM Antibody NEGATIVE Immunodiffusion Titer AB PRESENT @ 1:16 08/19/26 16:27 A: Patient tested positive for coccidioidomycosis (Valley Fever). P: - fluconazole 200mg PO q12h x 14d - Patient is adoptable as long as adopter is aware of the medical needs stated in the record. Urgent medical. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 08/28/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 08/27/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines.

8/14/2026

08/14/26 17:36 Coccidioides Screen and titer by AGID (706) sent to IDEXX confirmation # 2523 JB

8/13/2026

08/13/26 17:12 Targeted exam S/O: Gen - BAR, BCS 4/9, good appetite for treats, solicits attention, tolerant of exam/handling EENT - Eyes clear and free of discharge/redness. Nose clean and free of discharge. External ears are free of discharge/redness. Oral - Minimal tartar and gingivitis. H/L/MM - Heart rate and rhythm normal, no murmurs or arrhythmias appreciated. Normal bronchovesicular sounds. Normal respiratory rate and effort. No coughing or sneezing. No stertor, no stridor. Mucous membranes pink and moist with CRT<2s. INTEG - Roughly 3x5cm region of moisture and erythema with mild serosanguineous discharge on right lateral trunk. NEURO - Normal mentation. M/S - No obvious lameness. Does appear mildly stiff in hindlimbs. A: - presumed hot spot right trunk - patient last had a positive Coccidiodes IgG titer in 08/17/2025 (1:8); would like to confirm whether or not patient still has a positive titer P: - cephalexin 500mg PO q12h x 10d - carprofen 75mg PO q24h x 3d - Valley Fever titer to IDEXX - medically okay to PUFA, may need medical outlet pending titer results

8/13/2026

08/13/26 16:47 Called Neighborhood Vet Clinic for records to be emailed over and uploaded by LR (front Desk) Per NVC canine gets 200mg tablet every 12hrs for valley fever. Pet was also possibly seen at Companion Pet Clinic Gold Canyon per prior owner. JB

8/13/2026

08/13/26 Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: _871404__ administered SQ, R lateral hip, by _JB__, supervising veterinarian ST.

8/13/2026

Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120235a_ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. RB Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number 00541530b administered IN. RB previously neutered by MCACC Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by __RB_. Reapply after three months. mylar placed chip found

8/13/2026

Being treated for valley fever. Veteranary RX provided by source, 58 tablets of 200 mg of fluconazole to be taken twice daily. Two bottles given to intake, 1 unopened and the other has 28 pills remaining.

8/7/2025

Canine Neuter Pre-operative Examination, performed by _NH___: Pre-op tech__RED__ T: _100.9___°F HR: _130__bpm RR: _PANT__brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: SEROUS NASAL DISCHARGE, SNEEZING, COUGHING Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: NSF Ears: NSF Eyes: NSF Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: NSF GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _4_ /9 Dental grade:_2_ /4 Observations during pre-op/procedure: Treatments: Pyrantel pamoate (50 mg/ml) _4.0___ ml PO administered once pre-op. Carprofen (50 mg/ml) _1.4___ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Rabies RECEIVED 7/22 Implanted microchip SQ, # _985141008471058__. Placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Induction & Prep Tech Initials_SW/DD___ Anesthesia: Induced with TTDex (5 ml cake 100 mg/ml Telazol to 2.5 ml 10 mg/ml Butorphanol + 2.5 ml 0.50 mg/ml Dexmedetomidine) __0.4__ ml IM at __0956__ Intubated at _1015___ with __10.5__ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: __1024__ Anesthesia Tech Initials: _PU_ Recovery Tech Initials_MC_ Monitoring: Time: _1015___ T_101.4___ °F; HR _80___ bpm; RR _10___ brpm End Recovery Time: _1030___ T_102.0___ °F; HR __80__ bpm; RR __12__ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery – Canine Orchiectomy (Neuter), performed by _BD__: Pre-scrotal incision made with no. 15 blade. Closed technique, single ligation of spermatic cords with strangle knots using _2-0___ Webmax. 2-layer closure: SQ layer closed with simple continuous sutures, continuing into continuous intradermal using __2-0__ Webmax. Green tattoo etched. Applied tissue adhesive over pre-scrotal incision and tattoo. Rx and/or Post-op recommendations: Recommend follow up with primary veterinarian regarding overall health, baseline bloodwork, and preventative care. RX: DOXYCYCLINE 100MG - 2 T PO SID X 14 DAYS #28, FOLLOW UP WITH FAMILY VET ONCE COMPLETE ECOLALR TO BE WORN AT ALL TIMES FOR 14 DAYS. Entering Tech Initials: __TC___

8/5/2025

Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120211A___ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder.sp/ap

7/22/2025

Mylar on dog- PF#247 Male: Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male. Confirmed by: Gbell #017 Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 781241 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by PF#247, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120211A administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by-PF#247. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541519A administered IN by-PF#247. Bravecto topical solution administered according to weight dosage by Pf#247, next flea/tick prevention due:10/22/25

Dates and requirements

9/8/2026 Due Out 9/8/2026 Deadline Date 9/23/2026 Requirements NO CATS NO SMALL ANIMALS Recommendations FAMILY INTRODUCTION OLDER CHILDREN

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The county record

Age
5 years old
Sex
Neutered
Breed
Brindle / White German Shepherd / Mix
Weight
44.0 lb
Shelter
East shelter
Kennel
East Kennel, Wing B - 106
Deadline
Wednesday, September 23

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