Odin

Kennel presentation & leashing: Upon approach dog came running over with open mouth easy to leash. When walking out of the ward he quickly sniffed the neighboring dog through the barrier with no reaction and pulled towards the door trying to get out.B B B Relief walk: During relief break dog urinated several times marking anything he smelled. Dog pulled hard on leash while walking, he needs to be worked with on pulling.B B Engagement with handler in evaluation area: Inside yard handler dropped dogs' leash because he kept pulling trying to go from one side of the yard to the next. After dog explored the yard, he came over and leaned into handler for pets collapsing into her and when she stopped petting him, he got up and gently jumped up wanting more attention. B Handling: With all handling dog had loose body and leaned in when handler would pat him.B B Arousal/play/toy: With play he chased the ball but did not engage any further with toys. When handler started running, he chased after her galloping. B Overall: Dog is affiliative and readily engages wanting attention but can also hang out and entertain himself. Would recommend using a double leash when re kenneling, he does not like going back into his kennel. He pushes hard and uses his feet to try and get back out. When you try and reach in to take the leash off he also grabs the leash.

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: At the gate, dog was calm and non-reactive. Inside the yard, dog approached the testers. Tall body language, tail wagging as he sniffed both testers. Followed the testers as they moved away. Moved away on his own to eliminate, then approached the testers again. Wandered around the yard eliminating and following the testers. Body language generally relaxed.B

A: Gentle (possibly Independent), Medium Energy, Medium Contact, Neutral Social Dynamic, 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.

Symptom: Underweight

Underweight/Weight Loss The animal you are adopting is either underweight or has lost weight during their stay at the shelter. Many animals come into the shelter already underweight and a majority of the time it is due to them previously being underfed. The stress of being in the shelter alone can cause some animals to lose weight without there being an underlying medical condition. If there is no underlying medical cause most of the time underweight animals or animals that have lost weight while in the shelter will quickly gain weight once in a home environment. This animal received a physical exam by a veterinarian and no immediate medical cause for weight loss/thin body condition was found. Due to the number of animals that experience issues with weight while in shelter and our limited resources this animal did not receive further diagnostics to rule out an underlying medical cause for being underweight. This animal should have a general health exam with a veterinarian as soon as possible after adoption, especially if you notice additional weight loss or inability to gain weight. Your veterinarian can make further medical recommendations for testing and medical treatment if needed. OAS is not responsible for post adoption diagnostics or treatment.

Meet Odin, a handsome Husky mix who loves affection and leaning in for pets! At 6 years old and 57 pounds, he enjoys exploring his surroundings, sniffing on walks, and spending time with his people. He’s happy to entertain himself but will gladly come over for attention when he’s ready. Odin has also had calm, friendly interactions with other dogs and could enjoy a compatible canine companion or make friends on outings.

Odin is still working on his leash skills and can pull quite hard, so he’ll benefit from patient, reward-based training. He’s currently underweight, and while a shelter vet found no immediate medical cause, he’ll need a follow-up health exam after adoption. If you’re looking for an affectionate companion to explore the world with, Odin could be your guy!