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Moonpie, photographed at the West shelter
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Moonpie

County ID A5171723

Deadline: Monday, October 26.

Everything below is Moonpie’s Maricopa County record, exactly as the shelter wrote it.

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What the shelter wrote

Everything below is Moonpie’s Maricopa County record, in the county’s words, complete. We have not edited it or added to it. Anything written in our own voice is labelled as ours.

Shelter memo and intake

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

10/17/2026 10/17/26 10:24 Due to persistent respiratory disease, place on portal urgent medical. If no resolution or outlet by COB on 10/26/26, then dog may be at risk for humane euthanasia on 10/27/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. Intake 9/16/2026 How long have you had the animal? PET HAS BEEN IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD FOR 5 DAYS, APPROCHES FINDER AND HIS SMALL DOGS What are the cross streets where you found the animal? Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? HAIRLOSS AROUND HER NECK Is animal spayed/neutered? UNKNOWN Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? NO Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? NO 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 Was this animal around any children? UNKNOWN, HAS BEEN FRIENDLY WITH ADULTS IN THE HOME. COWERED AND PANCAKED FROM STAFF WHEN APPROACHED THOUGH ALLOWED SOME PETTING AND SCANNING FOR MICROCHIP Did the animal interact with other animals? BREIFLY MET WITH SOURCES SMALL DOG Cats? NONE Dogs? APPEARED FRIENDLY AND PLAYFUL WITH SMALL DOGS THOUGH SMALL DOGS DID NOT ENGAGE. Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? NONE OBSERVED Can the animal walk on a leash? YES, ARMY CRAWLS AT TIMES Does the animal know any commands? NO ATTEMPTS Where was this animal kept? WAS KEPT MOSTLY OUTSIDE, ATTEMPTS TO GET INTO THROUGH DOGGY DOOR If inside, did you keep the animal in a crate or allowed to roam free? HAS GOTTEN INTO THE HOME A FEW TIMES, NO ACCIDENTS NO DESTRUCTION If outside, what kind of fencing do you have, and did it contain the animal? PET WAS NOT CONTAINED Any destruction behavior? If yes, please describe? NONE How would you describe the animal’s energy level? Any escapist behavior? Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? Any Additional details/notes on behavior? ENJOYED CHEW TOYS AND BONES

Behavior evaluations

Written by handlers, dated, in their words.

10/18/2026

Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Timid, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, Sit, Shake, great little walker with only a mild occasional pull. also would stop and politely put paws on handler to lean in for pets or flow over for tummy rubs. very interested in my squeaker, may like plush toys. showed shake with both paws. politely took all treats but sp

10/10/2026

Solicited attention, Easy to pull from the kennel, Easy to return to the kennel, not interested in toys, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Timid, ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Shake, timid but leans in for pets.

10/1/2026

Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Sit. Dog loved petting and stroking all over. Frequently rolled over for belly rubs. After relieving herself, laid on tummy at handler's feet and allowed handler to wipe face and body down with wet cloth. If dog was being stroked while on her stomach, dog would stay on stomach and lie one cheek flatly on ground, allowing handler to stroke visible cheek. Dog would close eyes and smile. Whether sitting up or reclining, dog often used paw to indicate she wanted more stroking. Dog often looked handler softly in eyes, a sign of trust and friendship. Dog is loving, friendly, gentle, calm, affectionate, and is a jewel.

9/23/2026

Moderate to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in treats, Easy/Loose Leash, Timid, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Approached to gate but step back when leash presented, large loop leash then walked out w/o issue to sick yd; explored but timid, cower down when handler approached but allowed all petting; loose leash on walk, normal tail; allowed pets at walk break; no issues on return

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9/18/2026

Timid on approach but softened quickly, came forward towards handler and wagged tail, accepted treats through gate. Placing YELLOW level based on kennel presence and intake notes. *Dog should not be introduced to any other pets until end of 14-day decompression period. Potential adopters should be counseled on proper dog introductions, which must be slow and supervised. This approach is essential for the safety, comfort, and well-being of all pets involved.*

9/17/2026

Dog did not eat day 1

9/16/2026

Timid, tail tucked, pancaked, slow leash placement, allowed all handling and vaccines with light restraint, walked to kennel, walked stop and go, slow leash removal.

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

10/17/2026

10/17/26 10:24 Noted on kennel walkthrough. Patient was recently cleared at 21 day recheck. Patient is BAR, solicits attention. Patient has mild to moderate mucoid nasal discharge with crusting on nares, no ocular discharge, normal respiratory rate and effort, no coughing, no sneezing. Mild continued CIRDC symptoms. Would like to extend medication course and recheck again at the 28d mark. Due to persistent respiratory disease, place on portal urgent medical. If no resolution or outlet by COB on 10/26/26, then dog may be at risk for humane euthanasia on 10/27/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. RX: - doxycycline 10mg/kg 250mg PO q24h x 9d

10/17/2026

10/17/26 08:55 mucoid n/d and sneezing observed

10/14/2026

10/14/26 15:08 Dog is BAR, active. No further signs of respiratory disease found. Good appetite, normal feces. OK to discontinue meds. Wipe down and move out of isolation.

10/7/2026

10/07/26 13:57 Dog is BAR. Still has some serous nasal exudate. No coughing or sneezing observed. Continue doxycycline 250 mg po sid x 7 days then recheck.

9/30/2026

09/30/26 11:23 Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _02121B49B__ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. GP/

9/24/2026

Volunteer noticed right ear is swollen with debris on 9/23/26. 09/24/26 15:38 This was addressed at the time of surgery and treatment was applied.

9/22/2026

Pre-operative Examination, performed by: __jr__ Pre-op tech: __cd__ T: _101.2_°F HR: _100_bpm RR: _30_brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: NSF Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: NSF Ears: ABN; AD erythema and debris Eyes: NSF Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: NSF GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _5_/9 Dental grade: _1_/4 Observations during pre-op/procedure: in estrus/nasal discharge Treatments: Carprofen (50 mg/ml) __2__ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Microchip Implanted SQ, placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Please see Microchip Entry for number. Induction & Prep Tech Initials: __dd/cd__ 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) __0.5__ ml IM at __1012__ Intubated at __1028__ with __10.5__ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: __1035__ Anesthesia Tech Initials: __kt___ Recovery Tech Initials: __ap____ Monitoring: Time: __1028__ T__99.5__ °F; HR __80__ bpm; RR __10__ brpm Time: __1043__ T__101.3__ °F; HR __90__ bpm; RR __20__ brpm End Recovery Time: __1059__ T__102.0__ °F; HR __70__ bpm; RR ___26_ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery - Canine Ovariohysterectomy (Spay), performed by: __nh____ Ventral midline abdominal incision made with no. 15 blade. Single ligation of ovarian pedicles and double 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. -- Doxycycline (100mg): 2.5 tablets PO SID X 14 days, follow up when completed. Entering Tech Initials: _sw_____

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9/16/2026

09/16/26 15:29 Targeted exam S/O: Gen - BAR, BCS 5/9, hard barking, side eyeing, visual assessment only EENT - Eyes clear and free of discharge/redness. Nose clean and free of discharge. AD lichenification and crusting. H/L/MM - Normal respiratory rate and effort. No coughing or sneezing. No stertor, no stridor. INTEG - Small region of crusting and alopecia caudal to AD. NEURO - Normal mentation. M/S - Normal gait. No muscle atrophy or lameness appreciated. A: - otitis externa AD P: - clean ears and apply Osurnia AD at time of OVH - medically okay to PUFA

9/16/2026

09/16/26 13:26 M No tattoo or no scar seen with adult mammary and vulvar development, consistent with unaltered female. Confirmed by: _TEA_ Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _GP_. Reapply after three months. Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: __859498__ administered SQ, R lateral hip, by __TEA_, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: __02121B50B_ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by __TEA_. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _00541535B__ administered IN by _TEA__.

9/16/2026

09/16/26 13:29 hair loss on neck and behind right ear. TEA

Dates and requirements

9/16/2026 Due Out 9/19/2026 Deadline Date 10/26/2026 Requirements No requirements Recommendations GO SLOW FAMILY INTRODUCTION

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The county record

Age
3 years old
Sex
Spayed
Breed
Black Labrador Retr / American Pit Bull Terrier
Weight
51.8 lb
Shelter
West shelter
Kennel
West Kennel, Wing B - 054
Deadline
Monday, October 26

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