Spyro

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Spyro (ACCT-A-216842) is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Spyro must have confirmed placement with a FOSTER, RESCUE PARTNER and/or ADOPTER by Wednesday, April 30 at 10AM. Should Spyro's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change. Spyro arrived at ACCT Philly on April 4th after being found as a stray. The finder couldn’t keep him, and no owner came forward. From the moment he came through our doors, Spyro has radiated joy and enthusiasm—he's a big, lovable goofball with a heart full of affection. He loves meeting new people and always greets you with tail wags and a wiggly body. Spyro knows “sit” and “down,” takes treats gently, and is responsive to redirection when his excitement gets the better of him. He enjoys chasing toys and even brings them back for more play. This bouncy guy shines with a little structure and would thrive in an active, adult home ready to match his energy and continue his training. Spyro has done well in playgroup with tolerant dogs and shows a rough-and-rowdy playstyle that’s energetic but steerable. He would love a playful dog buddy with a similar vibe or would do great as your one-and-only attention sponge. Videos: Ernie, Spyro, Romeo, and Fall Breeze drop leash Nala Bones, Ernie, Romeo, and Spyro drop leash Behavioral Notes 04/21/2025 Per volunteer 4/20: Spyro is a super fun boy! Very excited to get out. A bit jumpy but ok exciting. Loved to play ball. Big goofy guy. Such good manners! Total love. All over handling. Kisses! Great fence meet. Perfect guy 04/13/2025 Per staff: Big headed wiggly boy. Will pull towards other dogs but not too strong. 04/05/2025 Playgroup 4/5: Rough and rowdy playstyle. High energy. Humpy. Steerable. 04/05/2025 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION: Spyro KNOWN HISTORY: Stray KENNEL PRESENTATION: Spyro was at the front of his kennel with a wagging tail and loose body. He allowed me to stick my leash in and easily loop him. Once secured he came right out. LEASH SKILLS: Pulls minimally to moderately HANDLING : In the room, Spyro was very loose and wiggly and a big ball of energy. He does get very jumpy, aroused and mouthy but it's tolerable and not too concerning. He does calm down with redirection or asking him to sit. He is a very smart boy with lots of energy and calms down when he needs to. He knows to sit and down and takes treats very gently. Another staff member came into the room and he bulldozed her with his body, jumping up and kissing her face, zooming around and jumping all over the benches. PLAY: Engaged in play TOYS: Brings them back to you, releases willingly COLOR LEVEL & ANY RECOMMENDATIONS: Blue 04/05/2025 Ernie, Spyro, Romeo, and Fall Breeze drop leash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jyHhyfEh68 Nala Bones, Ernie, Romeo, and Spyro drop leash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZzEDJjDjAQ Medical Notes 04/22/2025 Tech Exam: Canine URI Subjective Persistent URI Plan Azithromycin (250mg) 10 mg/kg SID x 10 days per doctor orders 04/17/2025 Diagnosis: Pneumovirus 04/16/2025 Canine Pneumovirus PCR – Positive 04/09/2025 Diagnosis: Pneumovirus 04/08/2025 Tech Exam: Canine URI Assessment: Shelter-acquired upper respiratory infection (URI) Plan: Doxycycline 10 mg/kg SID x 14 days 04/08/2025 Canine Pneumovirus PCR – Positive 04/08/2025 Procedure: Canine Castration (Scrotal, Adult) Smooth recovery Pain management included Carprofen injection and oral doses post-op Instructions provided for monitoring surgical site and behavior 04/04/2025 Tech Exam: Intake Weight: 79.8 lbs, BCS 6 (Stout) Flaky skin, possible allergies Slight tartar on canines Friendly, BAR Behavior notes: allows handling – happy tail 04/04/2025 Memo: Monitor for HAPPY TAIL Due to being significantly overcapacity with dogs and cats 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 a dog or cat. 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 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.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Spyro, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.