Chorus
County ID A5169781
Deadline: Sunday, September 27.
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What the shelter wrote
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Shelter memo and intake
Why the county put this dog on the priority list, and how they arrived.
9/22/2026 09/22/26 15:05 This dog is experiencing significant stress and anxiety in the shelter, particularly while kenneled. These behaviors are often a response to the overwhelming sights, sounds, and confinement, along with the lack of choice or control over their environment. Although this dog continues to show appropriate behavior outside of the kennel with positive interactions with staff and volunteers,without intervention, well-being will continue to decline. Immediate placement is needed with an experienced adopter or New Hope Partner who can provide time and space to decompress in a calm, supportive home. Placement needed by close of business 9/27/26. May be at risk of euthanasia 9/28/26 or sooner if warranted. Intake No memos
Behavior evaluations
Written by handlers, dated, in their words.
9/19/2026
, I went on an East meets West walk today!
9/15/2026
Solicited attentions, Avoidant, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in treats, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, moderate pull to play yard, explored yard, sniffed at dog walking by but no bad behavior. allowed pets but didnt seek attention. strong pull out of building on our walk. moderate to loose pull during our walk. saw dogs on the way back in, sniffed at them but no barking.
9/7/2026
Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Not interested in treats, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Fence fight attempt, didn't solicit attention but did allow petting when she came near
8/30/2026
Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Not interested in treats, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Timid, alarm barking on approach but quiet once shown leash. used a treat to leash. she ate it but didn't eat snacks in the yard, explored, then stood by gate, externally focused on noises, came when called, leaned in for rump scratches but over all independent. pulled more on return
8/24/2026
Timid, tail tucked, slow leashing, allowed all handling and vaccine booster with muzzle wrap restraint, returned to kennel with no issue, slow leash removal.
8/22/2026
Dog came up to kennel door, soft and wiggly when handler came to move dog. Took hot dog treat gently when offered. Easy to leash, and slight pull while walking to new kennel building. Dog sniffed area while handler was putting on PPE. Dog walked right into new kennel and handler was able to unleash by hand.
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8/20/2026
Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Not interested in treats, Easy/Loose Leash, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, easy to leash up. moderate pull to play yard. pulled towards a few kennels but only sniffed, no barking or lunging at other dogs. explored yard, went potty, followed handler around yard. loved all pets. calm girl, very sweet.
8/12/2026
Dog would slowly come forward with treats & verbal coaxing. Would take treats gently. Allowed petting through kennel gate. Interested parties should be counseled on providing this dog with proper decompression time in a new home. Allowing time to adjust is important for their comfort and well-being. Adopters should be counseled on proper dog-to-dog introductions, which should only occur after the dog has fully decompressed. Based on kennel presence & intake notes, dog is behaviorally adoptable as a "YELLOW" with Go Slow as a Recommendation.
8/11/2026
Day 1: During AM walk through, handler observed that K-9 did not eat kibble offered. K-9 was laying on bed.
8/10/2026
dog was soft body, allowed petting, slight avoidant, walked on leash, allowed to carry into kennel with no issues
8/10/2026
does not take treats, walks on leash, light restraint for vaccines, very alert, allows all petting and handling
Bite history
No recorded bites
Daily kennel rounds
The county's own scoring. The numbers are theirs, not ours.
9/20/2026 Observed to be showing significant signs of fear, anxiety, and stress while in kennel. Adding to Daily Behavior Rounds to monitor behavior. WEEK 1 Day 1 9/20/26 (Inside, 12:30 PM): Overall Body Language 2, Demand Barking 4 Day 2 9/21/26 (Inside, 2PM) Demand barking 4, Overall body language 2 Day 3 9/22/26 (Outside 7:45am) Overall Body Language 2, Fence Fighting/Reactivity to Neighboring Dogs 4 09/22/26 15:05 Dog currently needs immediate outlet from shelter.
Medical record
9/2/2026
09/02/26 11:22 P is BAR and not showing clinical signs of CIRDC on exam: no sneezing, coughing, or nasal discharge observed. P has a good appetite, no stool observed in kennel. A: - CIRDC- appears resolved P: - No further treatment indicated at this time - Okay to wipe P down and move out of I bldg isolation
8/24/2026
08/24/26 10:38 Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _02121B42A_ acdministered SQ, R lateral shoulder by _TEA_.
8/19/2026
08/19/26 13:21 Limited visual examination due to infectious disease concerns. Noted on kennel walkthrough. S/O: Gen - QAR, BCS 5/9 EENT - No ocular discharge. Serous nasal discharge with crusting on nares. RESP - No stertor or stridor. No coughing. No sneezing. Normal respiratory rate and effort. GI - No significant findings. NEURO - Normal mentation. No significant findings. A: - Signs of CIRDC noted upon exam. Likely viral etiology with secondary bacterial component. P: - Isolate for treatment in I - Start doxycycline 10mg/kg 350mg PO q24h x 14d - Recheck at 14 days or sooner if concerns arise - Medically okay to PUFA
8/18/2026
Pre-operative Examination, performed by: __jr_ Pre-op tech: __cd__ T: _101.6_°F HR: _90_bpm RR: 30__brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: NSF Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: NSF Ears: NSF Eyes: NSF Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: NSF GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _6_/9 Dental grade: _2_/4 Observations during pre-op/procedure: in estrus Treatments: Carprofen (50 mg/ml) __2.7_ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Microchip Implanted SQ, placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Please see Microchip Entry for number. Induction & Prep Tech Initials: _red/gr___ 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) __0.6__ ml IM at _0829___ Intubated at _0904___ with __11__ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: __0929__ Anesthesia Tech Initials: __bz___ Recovery Tech Initials: __cd___ Monitoring: Time: __0904__ T__99.0__ °F; HR __80__ bpm; RR _10___ brpm Time: __0919__ T__99.1__ °F; HR __89__ bpm; RR __10__ brpm End Recovery Time: __0936__ T__99.1__ °F; HR ___80_ bpm; RR _10___ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery - Canine Ovariohysterectomy (Spay), performed by: __jr____ Ventral midline abdominal incision made with no. 15 blade. Single ligation of ovarian pedicles and single ligation of uterine stump with strangle knots using __0_ Webmax. Modified 3-layer closure: Body wall closed with cruciate sutures using __0_ Webmax; SQ layer closed with simple continuous sutures, continuing into continuous intradermal using __0__ Webmax. Green tattoo etched. Applied tissue adhesive over abdominal incision and tattoo. Rx and/or Post-op recommendations: -- Recommend follow up with primary veterinarian regarding overall health, baseline bloodwork, and preventative care. Entering Tech Initials: __sw___
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8/10/2026
Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 871406 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by _GB__, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02121B24A administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by _GB__. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541530C administered IN by _GB__. Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _GB__. Reapply after three months. Female: No tattoo or scar seen with adult mammary and vulvar development, consistent with unaltered female. Confirmed by: __SP__ Mylar given to dog.
Dates and requirements
8/10/2026 Due Out 9/2/2026 Deadline Date 9/27/2026 Requirements No requirements Recommendations GO SLOW FAMILY INTRODUCTION
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The county record
- Age
- 3 years old
- Sex
- Spayed
- Breed
- Gray / White American Pit Bull Terrier
- Weight
- 66.2 lb
- Shelter
- West shelter
- Kennel
- West Kennel, Wing B - 035
- Deadline
- Sunday, September 27
You can adopt this dog directly
This dog can go home with a member of the public before the deadline, with adoption fees waived. Apply, then go meet them.