🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘️ On Euthanasia list at BARC, Houston for Monday, 7/6/26. Deadline at 1pm 🆘️

ID #A2083551

🐾 Meet 13 month old puppy Nick

ID #A2083551

13 month old Neutered Male White / Black Pointer Mix

Weight: 50 lbs

Intake Date: 6/30/2026

Nick came in with another dog who is at the shelter and not on the euthanasia list yet (ID #A2083550, picture in comments)

Medical Notes:

Nick is heartworm negative, has already been neutered (green line tattoo), and received his DA2PP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines. He has also been treated with Advantage Multi for parasite prevention. He appears physically healthy with no significant medical concerns noted.

Behavior Notes:

Nick is a frightened young dog who has been overwhelmed by the shelter environment. Since arriving, he has cowered at the back of his kennel, shaken with fear, low growled when approached, pancaked to the ground, and army crawled out of his kennel. He has had to be carried because he was simply too terrified to move on his own.

📧 BARC Contact Information

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

Foster: barcfoster@houstontx.gov

Adoption: barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

Rescue: BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please include Nick's ID #A2083551 in all correspondence.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🚨💔 KIKO GOT A REPRIEVE — BUT HE IS back on the list 💔🚨
Kiko was supposed to die.
His name was placed on BARC’s euthanasia list two weeks ago, but somehow **Kiko has been given something incredibly precious — a little more time.**
Not a home.
Not a foster.
Not safety.
Just a little more time.
Now he is back on the list again 😢😭
🐶 **Kiko #A2076782**
🩵 Neutered Staffordshire Mix
🎂 2 Years Old
⚖️ 66 lbs
🩺 Low Heartworm Positive (treatable)
Kiko has been at BARC since **May 31st** — an unusually long time for this shelter.
A volunteer who spent time with him describes a dog who is:
✨ Sweet, gentle, and affectionate
✨ Walks nicely on leash
✨ Takes treats gently
✨ Ignores other dogs while walking by
✨ Loves attention and being with people
✨ Keeps wagging his tail despite everything
As the days have turned into weeks, Kiko has begun showing signs of kennel stress. That’s not surprising.
Imagine spending every day confined to a kennel, watching people walk past while hoping someone finally chooses you.
Kiko isn’t a bad dog.
He’s a young, friendly boy who desperately needs out.
💔 Tonight he’s sleeping in a kennel.
He doesn’t know he was almost euthanized.
He doesn’t know he was given extra time.
He only knows that every day people walk past his kennel, and he keeps hoping one of them will stop.
⏰ **Kiko urgently needs a foster, adopter, or rescue commitment before the July 6th. This is his last chance.**
🏡 Foster, Adopt, or Rescue
🚗 Out-of-state and Canadian adoption possible through rescue partners
📧 [barcfoster@houstontx.gov](mailto:barcfoster@houstontx.gov)
📧 [barcadoptions@houstontx.gov](mailto:barcadoptions@houstontx.gov)
📧 [BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov](mailto:BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov)
📌 Use **Kiko #A2076782**
📍 BARC Animal Shelter
Houston, TX
Please share. Kiko survived today. Let’s make sure he survives tomorrow too. 🙏🐾
\#SaveKiko #A2076782 #HoustonDogs #StaffyLove #RescueDog #AdoptDontShop #FosterSavesLives #UrgentDog #BARCHouston #SecondChance #SaveALife #HoustonRescue #DogRescue #ShelterDog #AdoptKiko

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.
We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘ADDED to the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰Churro must have a hold no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

💜🐶 #A2082619 Churro
6/23 Stray| Siberian Husky Mix | Female | 2Y | 51 lbs | HW NAD/NEG

💜 Volunteer Notes:
We were not able to meet Churro. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

Behavior (walks on tight leash, walks in zigzags, constantly vocalizing in kennel, jumping on staff while on leash, pulled in covers and shredded them, heavy panting, jumping on kennel doors and walls)

6/23/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
very calm doing intake...

6/26/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Slightly timid at first. Cowers a bit as I enter the kennel and leash her. Once leashed, she walks slowly on lead as I take her
outside and place her in a run.

6/27/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Slightly timid at first. Cowers a bit as I enter the kennel and leash her. Once leashed, she walks slowly on leash with a tucked
tail as I take her outside and place her in a run. Coming in she walked on a loose leash, had perky eyes and walked without
a tucked tail.

6/28/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
move adopt this morning, walked on leash but once getting to door becomes timid pulling away, using baby talk she will
walk through the door. in her kennel she lays on her bed either sleeping or looking as people past by.

6/29/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Churro removes id band even when a new one is placed on. Very jumpy in kennel , along walls and vocalizing. On the
leash dog walks on a semi tight leash. Once placed in the runs presents dilated eyes and tongue out with heavy panting,
jumping on kennel door vocalizing . On the walk back walked a little more relaxed. In kennel still being jumpy and vocal.

7/1/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Tends to voclaize in kennel. On the leash dog is jumpy towards me. I had to keep redirecting. Same way going back to
kennel. I covered him and then he pulled in cover and shredded it.

7/2/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
dog is very vocal in the kennel and when i leashed him she had wiggly body and i had to keep fixign the leash as she
walked zigzagged and in the run she roamed around and comign back did the same.

7/3/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
07/03/26 13:33 Churro held tight leash out to runs and back. Was vocal once back in kennel, treats worked in redirecting

🚑Medical Notes:
Normal

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL
If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:
barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov
Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.
We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘ADDED to the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰Churro must have a hold no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

💜🐶 #A2082619 Churro
6/23 Stray| Siberian Husky Mix | Female | 2Y | 51 lbs | HW NAD/NEG

💜 Volunteer Notes:
We were not able to meet Churro. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

Behavior (walks on tight leash, walks in zigzags, constantly vocalizing in kennel, jumping on staff while on leash, pulled in covers and shredded them, heavy panting, jumping on kennel doors and walls)

6/23/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
very calm doing intake...

6/26/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Slightly timid at first. Cowers a bit as I enter the kennel and leash her. Once leashed, she walks slowly on lead as I take her
outside and place her in a run.

6/27/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Slightly timid at first. Cowers a bit as I enter the kennel and leash her. Once leashed, she walks slowly on leash with a tucked
tail as I take her outside and place her in a run. Coming in she walked on a loose leash, had perky eyes and walked without
a tucked tail.

6/28/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
move adopt this morning, walked on leash but once getting to door becomes timid pulling away, using baby talk she will
walk through the door. in her kennel she lays on her bed either sleeping or looking as people past by.

6/29/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Churro removes id band even when a new one is placed on. Very jumpy in kennel , along walls and vocalizing. On the
leash dog walks on a semi tight leash. Once placed in the runs presents dilated eyes and tongue out with heavy panting,
jumping on kennel door vocalizing . On the walk back walked a little more relaxed. In kennel still being jumpy and vocal.

7/1/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Tends to voclaize in kennel. On the leash dog is jumpy towards me. I had to keep redirecting. Same way going back to
kennel. I covered him and then he pulled in cover and shredded it.

7/2/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
dog is very vocal in the kennel and when i leashed him she had wiggly body and i had to keep fixign the leash as she
walked zigzagged and in the run she roamed around and comign back did the same.

7/3/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
07/03/26 13:33 Churro held tight leash out to runs and back. Was vocal once back in kennel, treats worked in redirecting

🚑Medical Notes:
Normal

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL
If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:
barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov
Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

His to family chose to surrender him after he didn’t get along with their small dog.Instead of trying to fix the problem,they rather got rid of him..

🆘His final notice already expired.
His time has run out and he is scheduled to be euthanized tomorrow morning if no foster or adopter will be found 🆘

Arlo A5779814  1yr Male Shepsky 72 lbs.

Surrender notes:
Very attentive to things around, he loves watching birds, he loves stuffed animals and although he’s big, he loves to cuddle
He was friendly with larger dogs / a German shepherd in particular, but didn’t do well with smaller dogs
Playful with children, good in the car, pulls on leash and barks at other dogs on walks,
Knows commands: sit, paw, wait, take it
His favorite toys are stuffies and his favorite activities: tug of war and playing with stuffies

On 5/27/26 A5779814 climbed out of its enclosure and had an incident with the 3 year old Dachshund causing a little wound to the right shoulder.

The behaviors described today reflect the dog’s responses in a shelter environment. It may differ significantly from how they behave in a home.
Arlo (Intact) was at the front of the kennel with a calm demeanor when the runner arrived. He allowed himself to
be leashed with ease and then exited the kennel on his own. However, Arlo was barking toward his neighboring kennels,
with a tense posture along the way. Arlo was then allowed into the yard, where he stood with a stiff posture as he was greeted by some of the dogs. Arlo then
lunged toward one of the dogs but stopped when the handler intervened with a correction tool.
He was unable to coexist peacefully in the yard and was then returned to his kennel; however, firm leash guidance was needed as he refused to enter on his own.

Can you foster or responsibly adopt him?

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com

📩 RESCUES pls email: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

San Diego, CA area. Text 619-431-0468 and submit a foster application on the Passion for Pitties website. The rescue will transport puppies to San Diego, CA. All costs paid if you foster until dogs are adopted! www.passionforpitties.com

🆘💜 SHERI NEEDS A CHANCE TO DECOMPRESS, NOT A DEATH SENTENCE 💜🆘
Sheri lost her home and is now facing euthanasia simply because she’s scared in the shelter.
🐶 Sheri #A2082347
🎀 Staffordshire Mix
🎂 1 year, 7 months
⚖️ 51.6 lbs
🩺 Heartworm Negative
Despite arriving fearful and overwhelmed, Sheri has shown her sweet side. With gentle encouragement, her tail starts wagging, her body gets wiggly, and she approaches for attention with a soft, happy expression. ❤️
She doesn’t need perfection—she needs patience, safety, and time to decompress.
⏰ DEADLINE: Monday 7/6 at 1 PM CT
⚠️** NO EXTENSI**ONS
🏡 Available for Adoption, Foster, or Rescue
🚗 Out-of-state and Canadian adoption possible through rescue partners.
📧 barcfoster@houstontx.gov
📧 barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
📧 BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov
📌 Reference #A2082347
Please share. One foster, adopter, or rescue commitment could save Sheri’s life. 🙏🐾
#SaveSheri #A2082347 #HoustonDogs #StaffyLove #RescueDog #AdoptDontShop #FosterSavesLives #UrgentDog #BARCHouston #SaveALife

🆘On the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

‼️‼️🆘 Although rescue only, this dog can still go from a rescue to the right adopter! If you are interested in adopting this dog, DM OP or BanditY77 so that you can fill out an adoption form immediately! Please help! Available for adoption (in or out of state or Canada), rescue, or local foster‼️‼️🆘

⏰ Smudge must have a RESCUE HOLD no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

RESCUE ONLY

💜🐶 #A2083334 Smudge
6/29 Stray | Staffie Mix | Female | 3Y | 43.6lbs | HW +low

💜 Volunteer Notes: We did not meet Smudge.

🔷 Intake: Caller states 3 stray dogs running loose in the area 1mom dog brown and 2 small pups

📝 Shelter Notes:

none

🚑 Medical Notes:

6/29/26
s/o: right hindlimb moderately lame. no overt pain or swelling on palpation.
a: RH lameness
p: carprofen 75mg SID x 10 days

06/30/26 08:52
Medical (RH lameness, low hw +) Radiographs attached, vet notes complete

rads of pelvis and RH limb
no overt fractures noted on radiographic images. adequate acetabular coverage
bilateral femoral heads
possible soft tissue injury
recommend radiologist consultation on all images
recommend ortho consultation if no improvement

Rescue Only:
🏷 This pet can only be tagged by a RESCUE group but please remember all rescues need FOSTERS in order to tag this pet and save their life. This pet cannot be fostered or adopted through the shelter, so please message the page if you can help!

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:
barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov
Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

🆘Sweet, 11 month old healthy Siberian Husky mix girl on the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.
We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

⏰ Sierra #A2082496 must have a hold no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

💜🐶 Sierra #A2082496
6/22/26 Stray | Siberian Husky Mix | Female | 11 Months Old | Spayed | 44.6 lbs | HW Negative

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Sierra #A2082496. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/22/26 (Intake): Sierra was reported as a medium-sized brown dog who had appeared the previous night and would not leave the property, remaining in front of the finder's door.

6/23/26: Sierra was very vocal both in her kennel and in the outdoor runs. She displayed a fast wagging tail, dilated pupils, and hyperactive behavior.

6/29/26: Sierra was selected as a move-adopt candidate and willingly approached staff. She greeted staff at her kennel door with a wagging tail, was easy to leash, and walked loosely back to her new kennel.

6/30/26: Sierra had been a move-adopt candidate the previous day. After morning cleaning, she vocalized throughout the day and urinated in her kennel multiple times. On leash, she zigzagged and jumped on staff while they attempted to walk her. She ignored treats offered to redirect her behavior. She behaved similarly on the return walk and resumed vocalizing once back in her kennel. She was placed on an adoption evaluation for monitoring.

7/1/26: Sierra was vocal in the morning. When it was time for her walk, she was jumpy and zigzagged on the leash. Staff had to repeatedly toss treats to prevent her from jumping on them. After returning to her kennel, she remained very vocal throughout the day.

🚑 Medical Notes:
• 11-month-old spayed female weighing 44.6 pounds
• Heartworm negative
• Green line spay tattoo present
• No medical concerns documented

💜 Sierra is a young, energetic husky mix who appears to be struggling with the stress and overstimulation of the shelter environment. Staff describe her as social and willing to engage, but also highly vocal, excitable, and difficult to redirect once aroused. Her willingness to approach handlers and walk loosely in calmer moments suggests she may thrive in a structured home environment where she can decompress, receive consistent guidance, and channel her energy appropriately.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

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TO BE EUTHANIZED 7/4/26 IN NYC

Date of Intake: 30-May-2026

Darling little BOBBY used to live in a very busy household which included 4 adults, a child, a large male dog, medium female dog, and a cat. He was described as a very loyal boy who loved spending time with his family. But now a family member has said he must go! Bobby was tolerant of the 10 year old child in the home. He was friendly and outgoing with the other dogs, and with the cat. Bobby prefers contact on his own terms and is hoping to find a patient and experienced person who will understand his needs and preferences. A slow approach together with some gentle guidance will go a long way to help Bobby feel more comfortable. Help him brush up on his manners and be the best he can be! To foster or adopt this cutie pie, please message our page today.

BOBBY, ID 253475, 10 years old, 19 lbs., Male
Queens ACC, Westie/Maltese/Poodle Cross, White
Owner surrender reason: Date of Intake: 30-May-2026: Owner lives with her father who no longer wants Bobby around.
Behavior Assessment Rating: New Hope only
No children under 13
Medical Behavior: shaking, whimpering, avoids eye contact. Muzzled for exam and tasks but tolerated all.

AT RISK MEMO:

Bobby is on the at-risk list due to behavior concerns. In the prior home, Bobby was reported to display fearful and defensive behavior toward unfamiliar people, including hard barking, growling, lunging, snapping, and attempting to bite. He is also reported to react defensively when startled. During intake, Bobby barked at an unfamiliar staff member but settled when ignored and offered treats. He also growled when his owner attempted to remove his harness. Additionally, Bobby has a reported bite history involving his owner during harnessing, resulting in a skin-breaking scrape after Bobby growled and briefly held on. Bobby is reported to love his head scratched Medically, Bobby has a cherry eye.

Bobby came into the care center as an owner surrender due to his behavioral concerns and landlord no longer wanting him in the home. Bobby prior owners noted that he prefers contact on their own terms, Aloof/Mellow, Social/Affectionate, Vocal.Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Bobby be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Bobby to acclimate comfortably to his new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Bobby to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Bobby presents with outside of the care centers.

INTAKE NOTES—Date of Intake: 30-May-2026

Upon intake, Bobby barked at staff member who entered the room but stopped when treats were tossed and when staff ignored him. When owner attempted to remove harness, Bobby began growling so the owner pulled off the harness using the leash. He allowed staff to take the leash and walk back to medical. While walking, Bobby had a mid-raised tail that wagged softly when spoken to. Medical staff handled for vaccines and Bobby growled throughout the interaction. He allowed staff to walk back to kennel without issue.

OWNER SURRENDER NOTES—BASIC INFORMATION

Bobby is being surrendered after 7 years—the owner lives with her parents and her father no longer wants Bobby in the home. The landlord says he must go due to his destructive tendencies. Bobby used to live with 4 adults, a 10 year old child, a male Golden Labrador Retriever, a female Cocker Spaniel, and a cat. He was tolerant with the child. Bobby is friendly and outgoing and excited with familiar dogs. He is shy with unfamiliar dogs. He is friendly and outgoing with cats. Bobby doesn’t like to share his food. One time last year Bobby growled when his owner was trying to put on his harness. She persisted so he bit her, leaving a scrape. Bobby goes to the bathroom on wee wee pads. He doesn’t care for strangers who approach his yard or come near his door; he may have separation anxiety; he pulls hard on the leash and does not go on walks; and has destructive tendencies with furniture, walls, shoes, and household items. He prefers contact on his own terms and does not like his paws touched or collar grabbed. He allows his family to bathe and brush him, and the groomer comes to the home where he sometimes growls/snaps. He has never been in a car and has not been taught any cues. He was fed dry Cesar dog food. He does not like treats or toys. Overall he is described as a very loyal dog who spends time around his family. He loves his head scratched when he allows family to touch him.

BEHAVIOR NOTES:

Date of Intake: 30-May-2026
Spay/neuter status: No
Means of surrender: Length of time in previous home: 7 years

Strangers- reactive to men when on walks - noted to hard bark and lunge. With others, he prefers contact on his own terms. In the home, he also prefers contact on his own terms. And growls when strangers are heard near the apartment door.
Children: Currently lives with a 10-yr old child and noted to be tolerant.
Dogs: Familiar- Has lived with a male Golden Lab and a female Cocker Spaniel. He is noted to be friendly, outgoing, excited, jumps up.
Unfamiliar dogs on leash : Shy/contact on his own terms, alert barks and jumps up, curious.
Unfamiliar dogs off leash- No experience.
Cats- Currently live with a dsh and noted to be friendly and outgoing.
Resource Guards food and noted to growl / hard bark and have a tense body over, snap.

Bite history- Bobby bit the owner last year while she was attempting to put on his harness. Client stated that he growled first and then snapped. He caught her hand and his teeth left a scrape on her hand. No puncture and medical attention was not sought.

During bath time Bobby has snapped at the client's mom, once in the past . He now allows grooming and the groomer comes to home.
Bobby growls at the mop and broom when someone is cleaning. She has not tried redirection or placing him in another room which I advised for the mean time.

She notes that her father does redirect with high value treats because Bobby doesn't eat dog treats . Owner also notes that her mother left to Mexico recently and her father who is out of work was helping care for Bobby. She explained that there have never been any bites or attempts toward her dad.

SHELTER ASSESSMENT SUMMARIES: Date of assessment: 6/13/2026

Due to Bobby's defensive behavior and touch sensitivity in the prior home, a handling assessment will not be conducted at this time.

PLAYGROUP SUMMARIES: DOG TO DOG:

According to Bobby's previous owner(s), he is friendly and outgoing, jumps up, and is overly excited with familiar dogs. He is shy, preferring contact on his own terms, alert barks, and jumps up at unfamiliar dogs on leash. He has no experience with unfamiliar dogs off leash. He is reported to have lived with a large male dog and a medium female dog.

06/15/26 Bobby is introduced to a novel female while off leash. He readily approaches the gate and will sniff the female with a neutral frame before demand barking and then jumping up on handler exuberantly. When the gate is opened, Bobby readily approaches the female with a forward frame and she backs away. Bobby disengages and will mark along the yard as the female stands neutrally nearby. When he approaches again, she quickly backs away so Bobby is guided away from the female.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:

06/29/26: Bobby is at the front of his kennel as the handler approaches. The handler is able to leash him with ease, and Bobby puts a paw on the handler's shoulder before the handler can lift him out of kennel. He is brought outside for a walk. He jumps up on the handler's legs frequently at the beginning of the walk, but then finds a partially chewed beef trachea on the sidewalk and picks it up. Carrying the chew in his mouth, Bobby walks briskly at the end of the leash. When returning to the building, the handler is able to exchange the chew for a high value treat. After that, the handler is able to pick him up, return him to kennel, and un-leash him with no issue.

6/22/26: Bobby is at the front of his kennel as the handler approaches. He will attempt to push out of kennel as the handler leashes him and will then jump out of kennel as the handler goes to pick him up. He is carried out of kennel and is then placed on the ground where he will begin to jump onto the handler's legs as they walk out of the Care Center. He will pull towards dogs but is able to be redirected. He will walk ahead of the handler, pulling mildly against the leash towards objects on the ground. Towards the end of the walk, Bobby will take some treats from the handler and catches some that are tossed to him. He is returned to kennel with no issue and secured safely.

06/15/26 (PG): Bobby is at the front of his kennel as the handler approaches. He jumps up repeatedly, but the handler is able to leash him and bring him outside. In the yard, Bobby will jump up on the legs of various handlers. After his interaction, Bobby is returned to his kennel without issue.

INTAKE BEHAVIOR
Date of intake: 5/30/2026
Summary: Barked at staff member who entered the room but stopped when treats

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR
Date of initial: 6/2/2026
Summary: shaking, whimpering, avoids eye contact. Muzzled for exam and tasks but tolerated all.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: New Hope Only

Recommendations:
No children (under 13)
Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:
No children (under 13): Due to Bobby behavioral concerns, we reccomend he be placed in an adult-only home at his time.

Place with a New Hope partner:Bobby came into the care center as an owner surrender due to his behavioral concerns and landlord no longer wanting him in the home. Bobby prior owners noted that he prefers contact on their own terms, Aloof/Mellow, Social/Affectionate, Vocal.Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Bobby be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Bobby to acclimate comfortably to his new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Bobby to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Bobby presents with outside of the care centers.

Potential challenges:
Resource Guarding, Destructive behavior, Handling/touch sensitivity, Basic manners/poor impulse control, Separation anxiety/Anxiety, Fearful/potential for defensive aggression/On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration, Strength/leash pulling, Bite history (human)

Potential challenges comments:
Resource guarding: In the prior home, Bobby was reported to guard his food, displaying growling, hard barking, a tense body posture, and hovering over his food bowl when approached. It is essential to work on desensitizing him to having his possessions handled by using techniques like trading up for higher-value items and practicing "drop it" and "leave it". Please see handout on Resource guarding.

Destructive behavior: In the prior home, Bobby was reported to engage in destructive behaviors involving household items, furniture, walls, and shoes.

Handling/touch sensitivity: Bobby has significant handling sensitivities and has displayed growling, barking, lunging, snapping, and biting when physically restrained or handled. He has reacted negatively when pushed or pulled off furniture, when his paws are touched, and when his collar is grabbed. Although he allows familiar family members to bathe and brush him, he has escalated during grooming procedures by growling, barking, snapping, and attempting to bite.

Basic manners/poor impulse control: Bobby is reported to frequently jump on people.Consistent training to teach him to sit or stay when greeting people, using positive reinforcement and redirection, will help manage this behavior. Please see the handout on Basic manners/poor impulse control.

Separation anxiety/Anxiety:In the prior home, Bobby was described as generally anxious, displaying excessive barking, pacing, whining, difficulty settling, and signs of distress when left alone. Please see the handout on Separation anxiety and generalized anxiety.

Fearful/potential for defensive aggression/On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: Reacts to on walks: Bobby has a history of reacting to strangers, particularly unfamiliar men. His owners reported that he will hard bark, growl, lunge, snap, and attempt to bite when male strangers approach the home, yard, or family members. He is also reported to react defensively when startled, responding with growling, barking, and snapping.Upon intake, Bobby barked at staff member who entered the room but stopped when treats were tossed and when staff ignored him. When owner attempted to remove harness, Bobby began growling so the owner pulled off the harness using the leash. Bobby's body language and behavior suggest discomfort around unfamiliar people, and his warning signals should be respected. Please see the handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression/On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration.

Strength/leash pulling: Bobby is reported to pull strongly on leash and will benefit from continued training focused on loose-leash walking and engagement with his handler. Please see the hand out on Strength/leash pulling.

Bite history (human): see bite hsitory.

MEDICAL EXAM NOTES:

6/2/2026 DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: 10yrs based on conformation

Microchip noted on intake? scans negative

History: owner surrender

Subjective: BAR

Observed Behavior - shaking, whimpering, avoids eye contact. Muzzled for exam and tasks but tolerated all.

Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? no

Objective:
P = 140
R = shaking, eupneic
BCS 5/9

EENT: Eyes clear with proptosed nictitans OS, thickened pinnae AU with moist ceruminous debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: muzzled for exam- unable to evaluate
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: MI; 2 testicles descended
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: externally normal
Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed
Assessment:
Approx. 10yr MI canine
Cherry eye OS
Thickened pinnae AU (r/o previous hematomas or other scarring)
High FAS

Prognosis: good

Plan:
intake tasks
Ear cleaning
CBC/Chem/T4 to idexx
Start trazadone 6mg/kg PO BID indefinitely

SURGERY:
Permanent waiver due to age

6/2/2026

It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.

6/4/2026

Brief recheck, bw results
S/O: BAR, no c/s/v/d noted, no ocular or nasal discharge, cherry eye OD, eupneic, ambulatory x 4.

CBC: monocytes 0.739 (H), eosinophils 0.106 (L)
CHEM: AST 15 (L)
T4: wnl

A:
Senior dog
Cherry eye OD
BW- nsf

P: CTM while at QACC

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PLEASE NOTE: To foster or adopt a NYC ACC dog you need to live within a prescribed range of New York City. States include: NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Northern VA. If you are outside of this range, you have the option to “direct adopt” where you must go to the shelter “in person” to complete the adoption process. We can guide you through that process.

NYC ACC RATING SYSTEM

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Dogs with Level 1 determinations are suitable for the majority of homes.

Level 2
Dogs with Level 2 determinations will be suitable for adopters with some previous dog experience.

Level 3
Dogs with Level 3 determinations will need to go to homes with experienced adopters.

Level 4
Dogs with Level 4 determinations will need to go to homes with experienced adopters. It is suggested adopters have prior experience with the behaviors described.

New Hope Rescue Only
Dogs with this rating need to be pulled by a New Hope Partner Rescue. Contact our page or email us for assistance.

🆘📢🐕 Polly Pocket is EXTREMELY URGENT 🐕📢🆘

Polly has only a few hours left to live 😩😰

We cannot lose another beautiful dog this week to barc shelter Houston Texas

Please if you can help in any way possible DM OP or contact the shelter if you can rescue/foster/adopt. Polly only has until 1pm today CT (Thursday 7/2)

🆘On the euthanasia list Thursday, 7/2. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

⏰ Polly Pocket #A2082788 must have a hold no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

💜🐶 Polly Pocket #A2082788

Stray | Staffordshire Mix | Female | 7 Years Old | 50 lbs | HW Negative

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Polly Pocket A2082788. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/24/26: Intake note: Gray and white pit bull found in a yard.

🚑 Medical Notes:

• 7-year-old female weighing approximately 50-54 pounds

• Bilateral ear pinna margins are swollen and oozing

• Diagnosed with bilateral ear pinna pyoderma

• Prescribed Clavamox 375mg twice daily for 14 days

• Prescribed Rimadyl 100mg once daily for 14 days

• Heartworm negative

• Tattoo noted on front right shoulder

💜 This beautiful girl arrived as a stray and is currently dealing with a painful ear infection that is being treated by shelter medical staff. Despite her discomfort, there are no behavioral concerns documented in her record. She urgently needs a foster, adopter, or rescue partner willing to give her the chance to heal in a safe and loving environment.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St

Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🆘On the euthanasia list Thursday, 7/2. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

‼️‼️🆘 Although rescue only, this dog can still go from a rescue to the right adopter! If you are interested in adopting this dog, DM OP or BanditY77 so that you can fill out an adoption form immediately! Please help! Available for adoption (in or out of state or Canada), rescue, or local foster‼️‼️🆘

⏰ Senia must have a RESCUE HOLD no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

RESCUE ONLY

💜🐶 #p Senia
6/26 Confiscate | Staffie Mix | Female | 2Y | 50lbs | HW?

💜 Volunteer Notes:
We did not meet this girl.

🔷Intake:
Number of bites: 2
Severity of the bite/scratch: Minor
Did owner sign dog/cat over for HTL or not? No
An Objective/fact note on the dog's behavior not your personal feeling about the dog/cat.
dog scratched a couple

📝 Shelter Notes:

Behavior (Stray Bite Case - Scratch, Quarantine Ends 7/5/26 at 8:30pm) Was scratched by a dog on her property. She stated that the dog was originally on the street and she had it checked for a microchip but could not find any; she indicated that the dog was very sweet last night however it "playfully" bit/scratched her and her bf. This morning it became aggressive and was trying to go inside their home.; she stated it scratched them again and that the skin was red and broke skin on both of their left arms.

Approaching kennel dog was jumping at the front of the kennel with a loose wiggly body, i placed the leash he walked with me to the quarantine run, was bale to remove leash, he nudge my hand seeking affection

🚑 Medical Notes:
normal

Rescue Only:
🏷 This pet can only be tagged by a RESCUE group but please remember all rescues need FOSTERS in order to tag this pet and save their life. This pet cannot be fostered or adopted through the shelter, so please message the page if you can help!

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St
Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

🆘On the euthanasia list Thursday, 7/2! Per BARC there will be no extensions. 🆘

⏰ Marigold and her puppies need help! They must have a RESCUE HOLD no later than 1PM or they will lose their lives. 🥺

📣The puppies can not be separated from mom nor transport at this time.

📌Moms and litters should not be housed in the shelter long term due to immature immune systems and susceptibility to infectious conditions such as URI.

⭐️ Please only message the page or send us an email if you can foster. We cannot monitor comments for foster offers, and want to ensure you are assisted by someone reputable!

💕🐶 #A2083059 Marigold (Mom)
6/27 Euth Req | Staffie Mix | Female | 2Y | 46lbs | HW+high

🩵💕🍼🐶 #A2083060 Dahlia, 3061 Ranunculus, 3062 Cosmos, 3063 Hydrangea, 3064 Peony, 3065 Azalea, 3066 Dandelion, 3067 Tulip, 3068 Snap Dragon, 3069 Oleander (Puppies)
6/27 Euth Req | Staffie Mix | 1W

💜 Volunteer Notes:
We were not able to meet this family.

📝 Shelter Notes:

Marigold is shy in the kennel. She lays with her head down and will avoid eye contact, but will come to me slowly using baby talk and loves wet food, take food with a gentle mouth and walks slowly with her tail tucked. Gives soft eyes and will lay her head on my leg

🚑 Medical Notes:

Mom - Medical (Heartworms), Time/Space

Pups - Medical (Immature - Underage/Underweight)

🏷 This pet can only be tagged by a RESCUE group but please remember all rescues need FOSTERS in order to tag this pet and save their life. This pet cannot be fostered or adopted through the shelter, so please message the page if you can help!

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

🏡 BARC Foster Application: https://www.houstontx.gov/barc/foster\_a\_pet.html

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St
Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

Junebug is a Doll!

⚠️ Can you help? Fostering is free thru the shelter’s foster program or a rescue group- all supplies are provided. Junebug needs a loving human & a cozy home.

Why is she still here waiting to be chosen by a special family? She wants to be cherished and loved for life Is JUNEBUG the special dog YOU have been waiting for?

What we know about JUNEBUG
Dog friendly
People friendly
Kenneled with Sarah Jessica
Meet JUNEBUG in kennel 2A05
Australian Cattle Dog
Female
Weighs 37.50
Heartworm NEGATIVE💕
Stray picked up in 77493 on 6/4
please 💵 Pledge💰for a rescue to help

🆘 JUNEBUG #A657471
🔗 https://24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/HRRS/A657471

🆘 Sarah Jessica Barker #A657346
https://24Petconnect.com/DetailsMain/HRRS/A657346

⭐️ Please HURRY to send ONE email ASAP to these addresses stating your name, phone # and that you want to Foster or adopt Junebug A657471 to📧:

rescueme@countypets.com;
UrgentPetsTx@gmail.com;
foster@countypets.com

✨ OUT-OF-STATE ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE! ✨

Interested in adopting from out of state?

Complete an application here:
https://form.jotform.com/232828427259162

🆘 NEW POLICY ALERT:
Harris County Pets no longer provides euthanasia lists. Any dog over 15 days in the shelter can be euthanized any Monday, Wednesday, or Friday morning — without notice. That means everyone is urgent now.

Harris County Pets
612 Canino Road, Houston, TX
Open Monday-Friday 1-5:15 PM
Saturday & Sunday 11-3:15 PM

⚠️ Message me if you fill out an application for JUNEBUG

✨✨✨ PLEASE SHARE✨✨✨

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

***We are not affiliated with the shelter! The shelter will not help with an out of state adoption or foster*** my team of volunteers and I can help you coordinate out of state adoption through our approved 501c3 rescues! Let us know asap and we will send you an application!!!! ******

🆘 11 month old Staffordshire Mix boy on the euthanasia list Thursday, 7/2 🆘

⏰ There will be NO extensions. Tyler must have a HOLD no later than 1PM or he will lose his life. 🥺

🩵🐶 Tyler #A2081281
6/16/2026 Stray | Staffordshire Mix | Male | 11 Months | 47.1 lbs | HW Negative

💜 Volunteer Notes:
We were not able to meet Tyler. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

🔹 Intake:
Stray - Field
6/16/2026: Found as a stray.

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/20/2026: Wiggly body with constant tail wagging and playful hopping while walking on leash.

6/22/2026: Happy, wiggly body with a soft facial expression. Walked easily on leash and kept his kennel clean.

6/24/2026: Initially timid with whale eyes and pancaked on the floor. Slowly gained confidence, army-crawled forward, and continued walking while remaining gentle.

6/25/2026: Fast wagging tail and soft, open expression. Walked well but was constantly jumping around and occasionally stopping in front of the handler.

6/26/2026: Friendly greeting at the kennel with loose, wiggly body language. Playful and energetic outside, occasionally pancaking on the floor but easily encouraged to continue walking.

6/27/2026: Happy, wiggly boy with a soft expression. Walked well on leash but repeatedly jumped on the handler, making it difficult to walk.

6/28/2026: Walked while pulling in multiple directions with high excitement. Ignored treats and stayed focused on the handler.

6/29/2026: Easy to leash and accepted treats but remained very energetic, jumping often, panting, and whining while wagging his tail outside.

6/30/2026: Tyler was very excited on leash, jumping, circling, and panting heavily while focusing more on people than treats. He settled noticeably when walked by a volunteer and was friendly, affectionate, and welcomed petting.

🚑 Medical Notes:

6/16/2026: Weighed 47.1 lbs. Intake condition normal.

6/17/2026: Weighed 47.1 lbs. Mild hair loss on back, shoulders, and stomach consistent with flea allergies. Flea treatment applied; monitor and schedule veterinary evaluation if condition worsens. HW Test: Negative. Vaccinated (Rabies, Bordetella, DA2PP-V), dewormed, and flea prevention given.

6/30/2026: Weighed 47.1 lbs. Normal exam. Booster DA2PP-V administered.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

If local and interested in fostering or adopting, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use Tyler's seven-digit ID number (#A2081281) when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St
Houston, TX 77026

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HRROvd123c4UgrYbSI--zmN3VfS1ZND7

www.houstontx.gov

Urgent‼️

Helping a friend with stray dog situation , was found in spring area and got vaccinated right after being found. Me and my friend can’t keep the dog and i desperately need to find him a home, I can’t keep him much longer due to small home space and already having other dogs at home. I tried shelters but they are no help at all.

Posted the dog on Facebook and managed to find the previous owner in a community group , found out he abandoned him and moved out of state around May. He was banned from the group and reported

Needs open outdoor space

Please message me in this account if interested //

I can’t keep him longer

*vaccinated with records
*pure Doberman
*3 years old
*friendly dog
*high energy
*NOT neutered
*has gained healthy weight

Pictures are 1 Month ago