Harper

Updated to Yellow: Dog is high energy and can be jumpy, making him difficult to manage for some Green volunteers.B

Owner Surrender on 9/3/26. Surrendering because dog is very energetic in a home with a senior. Dog was adopted from this shelter 3 months ago. Adopter reported that dog is allergic to chicken. Dog received veterinary care regularly; was neutered; had a MC on intake. Dog could live with other dogs, men, and women. Lived mostly inside. For behavioral issues, owner indicated that dog canbx00t be left alone. For dog's personality, owner said dog is cuddly, playful, friendly, destructive, talkative/loud, adventurous. High energy level. Dog is used to living with adults and seniors. Around children, dog is very playful - nips at and jumps up to play. Recommend dog live with adults. Around dogs, dog is playful and curious. Recommend dog live with other large dogs. Dog has never bitten and broken skin of a human or another animal. For dog reactions, owner checked friendly if touches food bowl when eating, friendly when takes away toys, unknown when pushes/pulls off furniture, afraid when getting bathed or brushed, isnbx00t bothered when disturbed while resting or sleeping, friendly when stranger walks towards you and dog, friendly when a stranger passes your home.

Background: Owner surrender on 9/3/26. See owner surrender notes for details. Given Green dot on intake. Staff were able to handle for all intake procedures without issues. Noted that dog seeks attention, not bothered by vaccinations. High energy.Shelter handling: Volunteers report that dog can pull hard towards other dogs and sometimes barks at them. Outside he likes to sniff and walk, is very treat motivated, takes treats with a soft mouth, knows "sit" and "leave it." Enjoys playing with toys. Green for shelter handling. Green volunteers have been able to leash, walk, socialize, and rekennel without issues.Plan: Dog can be made available for adoption. High energy may make a home with young children less suitable.

S: Dog-dog evaluation with a male and female tester dog. Tester dogs selected due to their ability to politely greet and not escalate conflict.

O: Leashes held during this evaluation due to the prior dog-dog evaluation. Dog entered the yard with the male tester. Pulled to approach the tester, sniffed at his rear. Pulled to a fence to greet the female tester who was on the other side. Tail wagging as he sniffed her through the fence. Turned and approached the male, sniffed him nose-to-nose. Turned away on his own, tail wagging a bit. Allowed the female to enter, dog pulled hard to approach. Tester started skittering around. Dog was forward with her, tail wagging as he pushed into her. Body language generally relaxed as he engaged in wrestle-style play with her.B

A: Wrestle, High Energy, High Contact, Forward, no Corrections or Conflict observed, Playgroup Size 2-3.

P: Recommend placement with appropriately matched dogs, or placed as a solo dog with appropriate dog friends. Dog likely will be most successful with female dogs.B

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-69b359e3-7318-83e8-9fcf-4f4b23a69ca5-1" data-testid="conversation-turn-50" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant">Summary of field trip notes:Harper participated in a field trip where he rode calmly in the car, laying down and looking out the window. On leash he walked at a normal pace without pulling. He greeted multiple household members (children and adults) with a wagging tail and did not show barking, growling, or avoidance. No interactions with dogs or small animals were observed during the outing. In the home he initially showed some higher energy but settled quickly, laying down for a nap and remaining relaxed with movement around him; he knows bx00sitbx00 and bx00downbx00 and will scratch or whine at the door to signal for potty. He is described as calm, affiliative, and able to settle easily.

S: Dog-dog evaluation with a male and female tester dog. Tester dogs selected due to their ability to politely greet and not escalate conflict. B

O: At the gate, dog was forward, barking with some growling. Inside the yard, dog ran immediately to the testers and started muzzle punching, growling and barking at them. Steered away but dog would immediately return to muzzle punching and lunging at them. Dog was unable to settle.

A: Learning Dog Skills (possibly Dog Selective), High Energy, High Contact, Forward, Gives Corrections, Requires Steering and Brakes, Playgroup Size 2-3.

P: Recommend placement as a solo dog. If dog-dog introduction is required, recommend assistance from a qualified individual with experience working with forward/reactive dogs.

S: Dog-dog evaluation with a male and female tester dog. Tester dogs selected due to their ability to politely greet and not escalate conflict.B

O: At the gate, dog was forward, barking with some growling. Inside the yard, dog ran immediately to the male tester and grabbed him by the cheek. Dog shook while clamping down. Tester squealed and attempted to get away, but dog would not let go. Dog removed from tester with steering. Tester had some swelling on his cheek.

A: Dog Selective, High Energy, High Contact, Forward, Corrections Lead to Conflict, Requires Steering and Brakes, Playgroup Size 2-3.

P: Recommend placement as a solo dog. If dog-dog introduction is required, recommend assistance from a qualified individual with experience working with dog selective dogs.

Background: dog had priorly attended OAS vax clinics for care. Brought in as stray in the field by ACO stating "Dog was found tethered to an iron gate along a driveway adjacent to the sidewalk with a leash too short to allow the animal to lie down comfortably."Green dot given on intake. Staff able to perform entire intake process, leash walk, and kennel dog.

Harper – Attentive, Affectionate, and Playful

Harper is a 1-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix weighing 53 pounds.

• Smart & Learning: Harper pulls excitedly on leash but is working on his manners. He knows “sit,” “down,” and “paw,” and is perfecting his “spin.”
• Affectionate: Once settled, Harper sploots nearby before coming over for snuggles. He enjoys neck scratches, leans into his handler for affection, and may even offer a sweet face kiss. He may become overly stimulated, so calm interactions help him shine.
• Playful: Harper loves to rag-doll a rope toy and enjoys treat-finding games, which are a great way to help him focus and settle.
• Potty Trained: During his foster stay, he demonstrated good house manners, scratching or whining at the door when he needed to go outside.
• Dog Social: Harper shows interest in other dogs but responds well to “leave it” and leash guidance.

Harper will do best with appropriately matched dogs or as a solo dog with well-matched canine friends. A well-matched female dog may be his most successful canine companion.