Pond

My story

Pond may not be the first to run up and ask for pets, but this quiet, sensitive boy has a soft heart and a quiet courage that shines when given the chance. Found at the shelter and now adjusting to life in a noisy kennel, Pond has shown he’s calm, tolerant, and incredibly polite, even if he’s still a bit unsure of his surroundings. When outside, Pond prefers to explore the yard at his own pace. He allows gentle pets and gives small, hopeful tail wags, but he’s not one to seek out attention, at least not yet. He’s easy to leash, walks well, and returns to his kennel without hesitation. Like many dogs struggling with the stress of shelter life, Pond has shown signs of anxiety, like chewing blankets or bedding. But this isn’t who he truly is, it’s just a sign he’s overwhelmed and in need of comfort, routine, and understanding. With a patient adopter and a calm home, Pond has every chance to blossom into a loyal, loving companion. He’s not flashy or pushy, but if you’re someone who sees the beauty in a quiet dog with gentle eyes and a story still unfolding, Pond could be the pup for you. Come meet him at ACCT Philly, open daily from 10 am to 6pm VIDEO Playgroup 8/9/25: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcnvoGYrJkIa6NUKNRaJkUb4bEiNskZ3S Playgroup 8/2: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcnvoGYrJkIb2PUBow5he5kM_oPpeR2Qr Pond & Max Miller: https://youtube.com/shorts/z3HIKKM_JrA?si=EyNkYHfKvV4kpim1 BEHAVIOR 08/07/2025 staff notes: Reported to be tearing up blankets and chewing on dog beds. Requesting meds 08/06/2025 staff notes: Kennel Presentation: Pond was at the front with neutral eyes and body. He was easy to leash and came right out. Leash Skills: pulls minimal to moderate Sociability: In the yard he was very calm and timid, avoiding me for the most part but remaining very tolerant each time i approached to pet him. he allowed all handling and gave some low tail wags but would walk away. Play: no interest Dog Interaction: walked past a dog whining but kept forward Return to Kennel: walked right back in without an issue Color Level: exp gold Recommendations and considerations: 08/05/2025 staff notes: Per extant notes, making Gold MEDICAL Tech Exam 08/07/2025 | 10:50 am Reason Notes Trazadone for destructive behavior in kennel, please Subjective Flagged for behavior medication, shredding blankets and doggy bed Assessment FAS in shelter environment Plan TX: Start Trazodone (100mg) 1 tablet BID PO x7 days Recheck behavioral medication in 5-7 days for any adjustments Tech Exam: Canine URI 08/03/2025 | 12:29 pm Assessment This dog has been observed to have shelter acquired upper respiratory infection (URI), or a "doggy cold". They have been started on medication, and will be monitored for resolution of the respiratory infection. They will need a veterinarian to examine them before they receive surgery, if they are not already altered. Tech Exam: Intake - Medical 08/01/2025 | 10:37 am Exam Reason Needs Initial Exam Clinic ACCT Philly Weight 61.9 lbs Body Condition Score 5 - Ideal Assessment Microchip Found? Y/N: no placed here 941000031169920 Eyes - red Ears - clean Nose - clear discharge coming out Mouth/Teeth/Gums - yellow staining, pink moist gums Coat & Skin - missing fur on tips of ears, scarring on hind legs and thinning fur Urogenital - altered male Gait/Mobility - no lameness Attitude: BAR Overall Assessment: Behavior (Green, Gold, Blue, Red): Behavior notes: ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details. If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/ Confirmed placement is considered a confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent. All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open-intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly’s Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313

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