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Frisby ACCT-A-243701 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Frisby must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER or ADOPTER by THURSDAY, MARCH 19TH at 10AM. Should Frisby's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.
Frisby came to ACCT Philly on February 22nd when police brought him in as a stray. He immediately showed a friendly and social demeanor with staff and was easily leashed and walked into the kennel. Frisby has quickly built a reputation among volunteers as one of the most affectionate dogs at the shelter. He greets people with an enthusiastic wiggly body and seems happiest when he is close to his humans-often offering hugs or climbing up for cuddles on a bench. Volunteers consistently describe him as sweet, snuggly, and attentive, and he happily takes treats while even showing that he knows the "sit" command. While he may start a walk with a little extra enthusiasm, he settles nicely once he gets some time outside and attention from his people. Frisby has had good fence meets with other dogs, but overcorrected another dog in playgroup, so will need slow introductions if going to a home with another dog. Volunteers note that he has a medium energy level overall and balances playful moments with plenty of affectionate snuggle time. Due to his length of stay, Frisby is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner or adopter.
VIDEOS:
NEW Meet Frisby: https://youtube.com/shorts/OTYA27ZFAhI?si=YbXGZGjcg8fAbunT
Playgroup 3/14: Giuseppe, Frisby: https://youtu.be/_t0LbImAJrI
Playgroup 3/14: Giuseppe, Frisby, Blakey [Frisby overcorrects]: https://youtu.be/j7hTxTzq5tE
BEHAVIOR:
Playgroup 3/14: Mildly steerable with water (1/5) but not with shake can (0/5). Entered quickly into the yard and flew into rowdy, grumbly behavior toward Giuseppe - was corrected, which he heard and respected, backing off asap. Later was greeted by Blakely, and after a few seconds of stilted, slow greetings, overcorrected her for space, was quickly steered off, and removed from the yard.
Per volunteer 3/13: Frisby was a joy to interact with. He is very loving and food motivated. He had multiple good fence meets with dogs who he approaches enthusiastically. With some love, structure, and consistency, he will make a wonderful companion. Maybe a little too interested for a smaller dog. He handled being barked at like a pro and remained neutral. He also has some beautiful brindle striping in his coat that will blossom with nutritious meals which he is sure to enjoy.
Per volunteer 3/13: Medium energy. Cute, sweet boy, nice walk.
Per volunteer 3/11: Medium energy. So sweet + fun. Likes to meet other pups.
Per volunteer 3/8: Medium energy. So so so affectionate. Good walk down street. Seems good w/ other dogs.
Per volunteer 3/9: Sweet boy, nice walk.
Per volunteer 3/8: This is the most immediately affectionate dog I have ever met at acct. Frisby could not wait to give hugs the second we got out the door. I seriously cannot get over how snuggly and sweet he is. He seems totally fine with other dogs even when they bark at him(impressive!). We played a little but mostly just snuggled on the bench. He was so gentle that he preferred that I give him "upies" on the bench instead of him jumping himself. So cute. The person who ends up with Frisby is going to be showered in love... Constantly.
Per staff 3/2: Assessing as Gold based on extant notes.
Per volunteer 3/2: Medium energy. Seemed very interested in other dogs but did not get close enough.
Per volunteer 3/1: When I approached his kennel, he was very happy and wiggly, jumping up to greet me. He was easy to leash and walk out, maintaining a loose body while going through the kennels. I had another volunteer with me, and he greeted her with a wiggly body, loose mouth, and soft eyes. He is a very sweet boy. Since he hadn't been out in a couple of days, he pulled a bit on the leash at first, but it was clearly out of excitement. Once in the play yard, he was very attentive, gave us hugs, and took treats nicely. He also knows the "sit" command. After about 15 to 20 minutes, he calmed down well. He seems quite young, perhaps around a year old, and while he can be a bit jumpy, it appears to be just playful energy. He had no issues going back into his kennel. I absolutely adore him.
Per volunteer 2/26: Low-medium energy. Barky sometimes at other dogs. Very affectionate, loved pets.
Per staff 2/23: Very friendly.
Per staff 2/22: Dog looks friendly, ACA able to leash from police vehicle, walked to kennel.
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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.
SHIMA
Domestic Short Hair
🇺🇸
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
male, small, baby
Domestic Short Hair
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
