Mister Max

Shih Tzu Cross · Location not listed

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This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response.

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Mister Max is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. In the care center, Mister Max has shown difficulty returning to his kennel, including balking, thrashing, and head whipping when leash pressure is applied. He has also gotten loose from a handler while being returned to kennel due to his thrashing and balking. Outside of these moments, Mister Max is easy to leash, explores with a neutral body, approaches handlers, and readily takes treats but is struggling to acclimate.. Medically, Mister Max is receiving treatment for CIRDC and is overweight.

Mister Max was surrendered to the care center by his previous owners due to their family circumstances. He is described by his previous owners as an active, playful, and independent dog. During his time at the care center, Max has shown fearful behavior around handling, particularly on returning to kennel when he head whipped at a staff member. In calmer contexts, though, he has shown social behavior with staff. His previous owner's report that he is sensitive to handling; he is fearful when his collar is grabbed has snapped when his paws are touched. He is also reported to resource guard, and may escalate to growling if his initial signals of hovering and tensing are not respected. Due to these concerns, we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide a decompression period, any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based), and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home.

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