ACCT Philly: At-Risk Dogs

ACCT Philly: At-Risk Dogs The official page for ACCT Philly's communication and updates regarding our at-risk dogs.

‼️URGENT‼️👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈Toosie Roll ACCT-A-250103 is cu...
06/03/2026

‼️URGENT‼️

👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈

Toosie Roll ACCT-A-250103 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Toosie Roll must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER, FOSTER, or ADOPTER by MONDAY, JUNE 8TH at 10AM. Should Toosie Roll's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Toosie Roll arrived at ACCT Philly as a stray on May 13th and has continued to win people over ever since. From day one, he’s been friendly and easy to handle, and as staff and volunteers have gotten to know him, his affectionate, people-focused personality has really come into full view. This sweet, social guy is all about his people. He loves leaning in for pets and snuggles, frequently checks in with his handler, and takes treats very gently. He’s responsive, eager to engage, and already showing off his smarts—volunteers have noted he knows “sit” and is highly motivated by food, which makes him very tune-in and trainable. While he can be a bit jumpy and does tend to pull on leash when excited, he’s consistently described as manageable, cooperative, and quick to redirect with guidance.

Toosie Roll has done well meeting other dogs. In playgroup, he is loose, wiggly, and socially appropriate, with good play pauses and friendly engagement. His energy level has been described as ranging from medium to medium-high depending on the day, but he reliably shows an affectionate, social core underneath that enthusiasm. Overall, Toosie Roll is a fun, engaging young dog who wants to connect with his people and is ready to keep learning. In the right home, he’s likely to thrive as an affectionate, attentive companion with great potential for continued training. Due to his length of stay, Toosie Roll is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner, foster, or adopter.

VIDEOS:
Toosie & Salle having a nice fence meet: https://youtube.com/shorts/5hGQuFWCPMw?si=WIO4ctlgmVvug26G
Fox & Toosie Roll: https://youtu.be/RxQYMnls-v0
Playgroup 5/20: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfMCm6kgAGI7jY40gfElslFr8ZXFqXjxO
Playgroup 5/14: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfMCm6kgAGI6W9MBhsO4_gfp9ZYAAqvEO

BEHAVIOR NOTES:
Per volunteer 6/2: Medium energy. Good dog meet thru fence. Perfect pup! Loves to lean in for snuggles and pets. Takes treats nicely.

Per volunteer 5/31: Medium energy. Slightly jumpy. Sweetie pie! Loves pets and running around in the play yard. Did not seem bothered by dog in neighboring yard barking at him.

Per volunteer 5/30: Low energy. Super sweet. Very affectionate. Potty trained.

Per volunteer 5/29: Medium energy. Seems housetrained. Sat for treats.

Per volunteer 5/27: Medium-high energy. Slightly mouthy and jumpy. Treat motivated, loved playing with toys, leaned in for pets and wanted to sit in my lap.

Per volunteer 5/27: Medium energy. Needs to get out more. Fun boy.

Per volunteer 5/26: Medium energy. Good dog meet thru fence. Playful, likes to play fetch. Knows sit and takes treats gently. Leans in for the best hugs.

Per volunteer 5/25: High energy. Mildly jumpy. Good dog meet thru fence. Super high energy, fun boy who loves fetch! Loves treats. Very cooperative for leashing.

Per staff 5/24: Medium-low energy. Good on walk and on leash.

Per staff 5/21: Fox & Toosie Roll: Mid tail, ears back, loose body, good greeting.

Per staff 5/20, playgroup: Steer test: 3/5 with water and 1/5 with can. Good gate greetings with some whining. Came into the yard quickly, running right into the dogs. Immediate play, good play pauses.

Per volunteer 5/19: Medium energy. Mildly jumpy. Seems housetrained. Very easy to handle. Pulls a little on leash. Very friendly.

Per volunteer 5/18: Medium energy. Mildly jumpy. Pulls on leash. Loves to be pet. Extremely friendly. No issues.

Per volunteer 5/17: Medium energy. Really easy to handle. Loved the play yard pool. Good boy!

Per staff 5/16:
Kennel presentation: He was at the front of his kennel when I approached. As I stood there, he sat down with ears slightly back and his tail wagging in long swoops. He was easy to leash and came right out.
Leash skills: Zig zags a bit on leash.
Sociability: He's medium energy and solicited lots of attention. He allows me to pet all over and remained loose, leaning in with mid-level tail wags. When I sat on the bench, he jumped up on me with his front paws and licked my face. He was a little jumpy at times while I was standing. He takes treats very gently.
Play & toys: I threw some toys around and he did not engage with them.
Dog interaction: He met a dog at the fence and was very wiggly.
Returning to kennel: Went right back in.
Color level: Gold

Per volunteer 5/16: Toosie Roll is a happy young guy with energy to spare! He is excitable on leash at first, but will calm down with time. Toosie Roll is a very responsive dog and checks in with his handler frequently. Because he is still young, he can be jumpy and pulls toward other dogs. But Toosie Roll is very eager to learn his manners. He's food motivated and super smart! Toosie Roll loves to meet new dog friends through the fence. He will disengage from dog meets at his handler's discretion.

Per staff 5/14, playgroup: Steer test: 3/5 with water and 2/5 with can. Good gate greetings. Push play. Play pauses. Loose and wiggly.

Per finder 5/13: Good on leash. Friendly, shy, scared.

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Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately.

Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. 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.

‼️URGENT‼️👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈Clearfield ACCT-A-250152 is cur...
06/03/2026

‼️URGENT‼️

👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈

Clearfield ACCT-A-250152 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Clearfield must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER, EXPERIENCED FOSTER, or ADOPTER by MONDAY, JUNE 8TH at 10AM. Should Clearfield's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Clearfield came to ACCT Philly as a stray on May 14th, and his social, people-loving personality was immediately apparent. He leans in hard for attention, actively seeks affection, and meets the world with an open, eager attitude. In the yard, his personality really shines: he rolls in the grass, explores with enthusiasm, happily splashes into the pool on warm days, and makes the most of every opportunity to get outside. Staff and volunteers consistently describe him as sweet, engaging, and a joy to spend time with.

Clearfield is a strong, enthusiastic dog who walks reasonably well on leash once he’s out and settled, though he can be very excited at the start of walks. He is highly treat-motivated and generally redirects well, which helps when he becomes jumpy, mouthy, or attempts to mount. With other dogs, Clearfield has had several successful, loose, and playful interactions, showing good play bows and appropriate breaks, but also some stiff or uncertain greetings. He is an engaging, people-oriented dog who truly enjoys interaction and time outside the kennel, and he continues to show a lot of promise in the right setting. Due to his length of stay, Clearfield is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner, experienced foster, or adopter.

VIDEOS:
Clearfield and Ramos leashed meet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtthrYrWM0Q

Clearfield and Ramos semi-drop leash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zSxJp2fZvM

Clearfield and Alimae: https://youtu.be/L09PPIbLhrQ?si=UkyyNFmRNNeKk5eV

Clearfield and Creed: https://youtu.be/IwneBzStwpU?si=p1ETQsZg7vtCrcCX

https://youtu.be/XS8-GR6WmL8?si=eXZq4kOoZmIHavV_

https://youtu.be/t-rXUsA6xRU?si=1wFGyz_QXuhmAKjk

Clearfield and Fox: https://youtu.be/t-rXUsA6xRU?si=1wFGyz_QXuhmAKjk

https://youtu.be/A7g9hY1-mAc?si=tWSAaniu88NWE0dx

https://youtu.be/V57NcyBBRGk?si=IGwi1MHUE70VcpbT

BEHAVIOR NOTES:
Per volunteer 5/31: Medium energy. Slightly jumpy. Got a pimply ball and just wanted to keep it in his mouth. See photoshoot photo. Love this big guy.

Per volunteer 5/30: Medium energy. Big guy! Very playful. Jumpy and mouthy. Redirected with treats.

Per volunteer 5/29: Medium energy. Slightly jumpy. 2 good dog meets. Played in pool.

Per staff 5/29: Clearfield and Creed: Pulls hard to greet. Good greetings. Loose/wiggly. Play bows. Clearfield and Fox: Good greetings. Loose and wiggly. Good breaks.

Per volunteer 5/26: Medium energy. Slightly mouthy and jumpy. Good dog meet with Jade. Played in pool. Sat nice and took treats nicely. Not pulling on leash.

Per volunteer 5/25: I took Clearfield out again this evening. He was front/center with wagging tail. Very easy to leash, minimal pulling. Rolled around in yard, drank from water spout and stepped all the way in pool, laid in the water. He had a great fence meet with little Wave. He played in the yard. And he enjoyed being pet. He easily walked back to iso and easily returned to his kennel. He was a very good boy!

Per staff 5/24: Medium energy.

Per volunteer 5/23: Medium-high energy. Ran around in yard. Did leash bite when I picked up to bring him in. Took treats gentle.

Per staff 5/22: High energy.

Per staff 5/21: Clearfield and Alimae: Stiff greetings. Quick spin moves. Unsure. Moves away on his own.

Per volunteer 5/20: Good dog meet with Pinky. Dog loved the pool, he is sweet, likes pets, is a little humpy.

Per volunteer 5/18: Medium-low energy. Good dog meet through fence. Hot day. Minimal pulling. Soaked in pool. Knows to use paws to push open the doors!

Per volunteer 5/16: Medium energy. Moderate issues on leash. Good dog meet with Ramos. A little humpy.

Per staff 5/15: Medium-low energy. Slight issues on leash. Excited to go out. Sniffed dog through fence, wagged tail. No interest in treats. Housetrained? Anxious whines. Pulled on leash a little when picking up p**p. Asked for pets on head and back.

Per staff 5/15:
Kennel Presentation: Throughout the afternoon had been intermittently whining and howling in-kennel. When I went to leash him, he presented at front of kennel with low-to-mid level wags, panting, ears to the side or back. Nuzzled the door to exit, but allowed me to leash without much issue. Smooth exit.
Leash Skills: Majority of the time pulled minimally, staying by my side or snuffling around determinedly. Marked throughout the walk and p**ped after several minutes. Is quite strong; most of his pulling happened immediately after exiting kennel when he was focused on getting outside, and it was enough to knock a smaller (or unprepared) person off balance.
Sociability: In the play yard, began by independently sniffing on his own with ears back, tail low, occasionally wagging. Approached me when I sat on the bench with low-to-mid-level wags, relaxed face, soft eyes, and leaned into pets on the chest and shoulders. I stood and he hopped onto the bench, accepting more pets on the back, shoulders, and head, giving low wags throughout, directing most of his attention at a dog in the next yard over. At this point he began attempting to mount: several rounds of 5-10 seconds each, holding tightly onto my leg, minimally distracted by treats or toys, nonresponsive to firm "No"s. If I shuffled out of his grip and away from him, most often he would reattempt to mount. I clipped him to the gate after several rounds and stepped a few feet away to get pictures; he left slack on the leash while he sniffed around. Did not reattempt to mount when I unclipped the leash.
Play: Minimal interest in a squeak toy, didn't pursue or take possession.
Dog Interaction: As we exited the play yard, he and the dog in the next yard over sniffed on either side of the fence. The other dog began hard barking and pawing/muzzle punching the fence. Clearfield perked up at this (ears to the side, posture heightened a bit, body tensed) but didn't escalate further. Followed me through the gate and away from the play yard with minimal coaxing.
Return to Kennel: No issues. Hopped right in for a bit of cheese. Removed leash easily.
Color Level: Blue

Per volunteer 5/14: Low energy. Easy in/out. Strong but follows your lead. Mostly avoidant in the yard. Occasionally comes over for pets. Loves people watching.

Per finder 5/14: Found stray, others had seen on street for a few days. Very friendly, affectionate, energetic around strangers. Calm around animals. Walks well on makeshift slip lead, pulls a bit. Does jump up — more in a playful way. Friendly, cuddly, playful. He didn't want to be restrained, he tried to avoid being leashed at first.

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Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately.

Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. 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.

‼️URGENT‼️👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈Thanks to a generous donor, San...
06/03/2026

‼️URGENT‼️

👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈

Thanks to a generous donor, Sanger will come with a $750 incentive grant to help offset any costs your rescue incurs!

​Sanger ACCT-A-250383 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to medical concerns. Sanger must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER by Friday, June 5th, 2026 at 10AM. Should Sanger’s medical or behavioral status change, her urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Sanger is a sweet, gentle girl who has captured the hearts of staff and volunteers alike with her easygoing nature and affectionate personality. Found as a stray and described as friendly from the very beginning, Sanger has consistently shown herself to be a calm, social companion who enjoys spending time with people. Volunteers describe her as exceptionally easy to handle, easy to leash, and a pleasure to walk. She strolls along at a comfortable pace with little pulling, greets people with soft eyes and a wagging tail, and happily accepts affection. While she certainly enjoys pets and attention, Sanger's biggest love may be snacks—she is incredibly food motivated and knows how to sit politely in hopes of earning a treat.

Sanger has also demonstrated polite social skills with other dogs. She has participated in dog introductions with loose body language, soft eyes, and friendly curiosity, often greeting other dogs politely before choosing to move away on her own. Her mellow demeanor and gentle disposition have made her a favorite among volunteers, who consistently describe her as a "good girl" and a loving companion.

Unfortunately, Sanger is facing significant medical challenges and urgently needs a rescue partner willing to provide the specialized care she deserves. Upon intake, she was found to have widespread skin disease, including patchy hair loss, redness, inflammation, and superficial pyoderma, likely related to underlying allergies. She was also discovered to be recently postpartum, with enlarged mammary glands still producing milk. Despite treatment, her skin condition has required ongoing medical management.

More recently, Sanger developed severe abdominal distension that initially raised concern for a gastrointestinal obstruction. An exploratory surgery revealed a different and much more concerning issue: her bladder had become severely enlarged—described as basketball-sized—due to urinary retention. Medical staff determined that there is no physical blockage preventing her from urinating. Instead, she appears to be suffering from a neurogenic or functional urinary disorder that prevents her bladder from emptying properly. Even after surgery and medical intervention, her bladder has remained significantly distended, and she continues to struggle to urinate on her own.

Because prolonged urinary retention can lead to permanent bladder damage, urinary tract infections, and significant discomfort, Sanger's condition requires ongoing monitoring and specialized veterinary care. She is currently receiving multiple medications and remains under close observation. Due to the seriousness of her medical condition and the potential need for advanced diagnostics and long-term management, Sanger has been urgently timestamped and is seeking rescue placement.

Through it all, Sanger has remained remarkably sweet, social, and trusting. Despite everything she has endured—including recent motherhood, chronic skin issues, surgery, and ongoing urinary complications—she continues to greet people with a wagging tail and a kind heart. Sanger deserves the opportunity to receive the medical care she needs while surrounded by comfort and compassion. We are urgently seeking a rescue partner who can provide this deserving girl with the chance to heal and enjoy the bright future she has earned. ❤️

Videos:

Sanger is so sweet: https://youtube.com/shorts/Ye9XhK4wbDY?si=cVBzS0fHFdNBaO33

Sanger is so sweet: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/KUj0WsQfqLE

Sanger and Margo

https://youtu.be/qhWRmhYORzs?si=nayFqPiB7rGhL_iw

https://youtu.be/OA9FAwkKV-4?si=4tnoZTd71itP_yAU

https://youtu.be/FT00ueh41mw?si=H5uQxkIP0WKFCZYQ

Behavior Notes:

Per volunteer 5/28/26: Kennel Presentation: Loose and wiggly in her kennel with soft eyes and a wagging tail

Leash Skills: Easy to secure and walk outside with minimal to no pulling at a nice, easy pace

Sociability: Social, mostly searching for treats. She was extremely food motivated and could be snatchy with high value treats. Much more interested in treats than pets or toys. She allowed handling all over and knows sit. She did jump up and try to get into my treat bag several times, seemingly hungry. She could be redirected easily with a treat scatter.

Play: No interest in toys

Dog Interaction: Good fence meet with Margo - loose body, wagging tail. Once inside and meeting on leash, both were slightly stiffer, but Sanger remained relatively loose with a high wagging tail. She pulled hard toward Margo for sniffs, allowed Margo to sniff her, then eventually moved away on her own.

Return to Kennel: Easy to return

Color Level: Gold

Per staff 5/26/26: Meet Sanger (ACCT-A-250383)! This sweet girl is looking for a forever home where she can shower her new family with love. Volunteers have had wonderful things to say about her, describing her as a "good girl" who is exceptionally easy to handle. Even on rainy days when outdoor time is short, she remains focused on her human companions and truly leans into any affection she can get. She has a calm, mellow energy and has shown great social skills, displaying soft eyes and relaxed body language when meeting other dogs. If you are looking for a gentle, affectionate, and well-behaved companion, Sanger is ready to meet you!

Per staff 5/26/26 (Regarding meet with Mango): Good greetings. Soft eyes and loose body. Moved away on her own.

Per Volunteer 5/23/2026

Easy to leash, came right to the front. Pulled Mildly Yes, I handled the dog. Seemed to enjoy pets Walked right into kennel and unleashed without issue Pepperoni open palm, calm, loves pets

Per Volunteer 5/23/26: I took Sanger out last night. She was easy to leash & walk. Took treats gentle. It was raining so we didn’t have a lot of time outside. She loved pets and was such a good girl

Per finder 5/17/26: The finder had Sanger very briefly and described her as being friendly

Medical Notes:

6/1/26: Bladder very large and distended w/ urine. Despite large and firm bladder noted on palpation and ultrasound, dog made no attempt to urinate on a walk. She did defecate normal stool twice w/ no issue.

5/30/26: During a recheck for severe abdominal distension and concern for a possible gastrointestinal foreign body, Sanger was noted to be bright, alert, and responsive, though she had intermittent sneezing and clear nasal discharge. Volunteers reported that she had passed only a small amount of stool overnight. Due to the persistent and significant abdominal enlargement, an exploratory abdominal surgery was performed.

During surgery, no gastrointestinal foreign body was found. Instead, the source of the abdominal distension was determined to be a severely enlarged urinary bladder, described as approximately basketball-sized. The bladder was easily expressed during surgery, indicating there was no physical blockage preventing urination. Medical staff determined that Sanger's urine retention was most likely due to a neurogenic or functional urinary issue rather than a mechanical obstruction. Possible causes included idiopathic detrusor-urethral dyssynergia or a less likely neurologic condition, although no other neurological abnormalities were identified.

The surgical team also noted adhesions and granuloma formation around the uterine stump, but these findings were not believed to be contributing to her inability to urinate. Because prolonged bladder overdistension can lead to permanent bladder dysfunction (detrusor atony) and increase the risk of urinary tract infections, her prognosis was considered guarded if normal urination could not be restored.

Sanger was treated with Unasyn following surgery and was instructed to continue her prescribed Doxycycline and Clindamycin. Additional medication (Prazosin) was started in an effort to help relax the urinary sphincter and improve her ability to urinate. Ongoing monitoring of her urine output and abdominal size was recommended. Due to the seriousness of her condition and the potential need for specialized care, urgent rescue placement was recommended. Medical staff noted that if her urinary retention persisted despite treatment and placement could not be secured, humane euthanasia might need to be considered to prevent ongoing suffering.

5/29/26: No further vomiting was noted and she has great appetite. Despite the fact that dog clinically seems to be doing well, multiple sets of repeat abdominal radiographs are very concerning for a potential foreign body. To plan for an abdominal exploratory tomorrow.

5/26/26: Sanger was noted to have been visibly bloated yesterday and vomited a large amount this morning. Abdominal rads: stomach and small intestines apparently empty, LARGE amount of ingesta in descending colon. Poor serosal detail

5/21/26: Sanger was observed to have acquired an upper respiratory infection (URI), or a "doggy cold". They have been started on medication, and will be monitored for resolution of the respiratory infection.

5/19/26: Sanger was noted to be a very sweet dog on examination. Her eyes and ears were within normal limits, and she had mild dental calculus with pink, healthy mucous membranes. Dermatologic findings included diffuse epidermal collarettes across the trunk and areas of hair loss and redness affecting the limbs and paws, consistent with superficial pyoderma. A skin scrape was performed and was negative. Additional diagnostics for ringworm, including a Wood's lamp exam, fungal culture, and PCR testing, were initiated; the Wood's lamp exam was negative, while fungal culture and PCR results were pending at the time of the exam. Sanger was also noted to have a large, firm, non-reducible swelling at the umbilicus, suspected to be an umbilical hernia. Additionally, her mammary glands were enlarged and producing milk, suggesting she was recently postpartum and actively lactating. Her abdomen was soft and non-painful on palpation.

The assessment included superficial pyoderma with possible underlying allergies (including environmental, food, or flea allergies) contributing to her skin disease, as well as a suspected large umbilical hernia. Treatment included starting Clindamycin for 21 days, discontinuing Cetirizine and Carprofen, and noting that NexGard had already been administered at intake. Due to concerns that her skin condition may be chronic, placement into foster care was not recommended. Sanger was made available for adoption with a medical waiver.

5/17/26: Upon intake, staff observed patchy hair loss and inflamed skin, prompting further evaluation in the Back Office. On examination, the dog was bright, alert, responsive, and social. The eyes were clear, while the ears appeared red. The nose was clear but showed redness and mild inflammation. Oral exam revealed clean teeth with pink, moist gums. Significant dermatologic abnormalities were noted, including patchy hair loss throughout the body consistent with epidermal collarettes, as well as marked redness and inflammation affecting the toes and tail. F***l debris was also present and crusted on the hind legs. Sanger's weight was 53 pounds with a lean body condition score of 4/9. The treatment plan included starting amoxicillin-clavulanate (Amoxi-Clav), cetirizine, and carprofen, with a veterinary recheck scheduled for the following morning.

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Due to being significantly overcapacity with dogs and cats and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately.

Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging a dog or cat.

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. 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 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.

‼️URGENT‼️👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈Little Pirate ACCT-A-251770 is ...
06/03/2026

‼️URGENT‼️

👉 For the most up-to-date notes, please check the bio located in the comments.👈

Little Pirate ACCT-A-251770 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to medical concerns. Little Pirate must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER by SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH at 10AM. Should Little Pirate's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Little Pirate is a senior Yorkie who arrived at ACCT Philly as a stray on June 1st. Despite facing a number of significant medical challenges, this sweet little guy continues to show a gentle, easygoing spirit with staff and caregivers. He is easy to leash and, once outside, moves at a slow, steady pace with a loose body and relaxed demeanor. While he can be a bit unsure in new situations, he allows all handling, takes treats gently, and often settles close to his handler once he feels secure. He has also shown tolerant, appropriate behavior during dog interactions.

Little Pirate has mature cataracts in both eyes, with more advanced chronic changes in the left eye, along with discharge, corneal swelling, and vascular changes. He also has painful, chronic ear infections, severe dental disease, and a stiff gait. He is currently receiving treatment for his eyes, ears, and pain, but will require senior bloodwork, a dental procedure with likely extractions, and further evaluation of his vision and eye health. Little Pirate is a quiet, gentle senior who deserves comfort, relief, and stability in his golden years. He is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner so he can receive the medical care he needs and the comfort he deserves.

VIDEOS:
Wave and Little Pirate Meet: https://youtube.com/shorts/2pPvhknZukY?feature=share

BEHAVIOR NOTES:
Per staff 6/3:Kennel Presentation: Sleeping on his bed when I approached. Woke up when I called to him, ears to the side, soft eyes. Took a treat gently when I placed it in front of him.
Leash Skills: Easy to leash. Once leashed he allowed me to pick him up as he was on a top bank, ears back, tail low. Carried him outside. Once outside, stood still on the ground for a few minuets then started moving, loose leash, tail low and loose, ears to the side.
Sociability: Mainly sniffed around, nose to the ground, tail low, loose body. Allowed all handling, tail low, ears to the side, would remain near my side when I stopped petting.
Dog Interaction: Met Wave, tolerated being sniffed and sniffed back.
Return to Kennel: Carried back inside with the same body language as walking out. Leash was removed easily by hand once in kennel.
Color Level: Green

Per staff 6/2: Very sweet pup, allowed full exam.

Per staff 6/2: Scared, trembling, allowed handling.

Per staff 6/1: Doesn't respond to being called, allowed handling. Loose body, not very aware.

MEDICAL NOTES:
6/2 Vet Exam: Little Pirate has mature cataracts in both eyes. His left eye has mucoid discharge, corneal swelling, and new blood vessel growth. He has no menace response. Fluorescein stain of the left eye was negative. Both ears have thickened, inflamed canals with thick brown debris. He has severe periodontal disease. He has a stiff, slow gait. He was given medication for his ear infections and started on an antibiotic eye ointment and pain medication. He will require senior bloodwork, a dental procedure with extractions, and further diagnostics and treatment for his left eye.

6/2 Intake Exam: Little Pirate's left eye is cloudy and crusty with no menace response and his right eye is cloudy but has a menace response. Both ears are thickened and he has ear infections. He has severe tartar on his teeth.

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Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately.

Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. 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.

Address

111 W Hunting Park
Philadelphia, PA
19140

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+12673853800

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