Kane

My story

Kane came to ACCT Philly after his family was forced to surrender him due to housing restrictions—despite their love for him, their landlord would not allow dogs in the home. Kane had lived with them for six months after being given to them by a friend and was described as calm, friendly, and deeply attached to his people. In the shelter, Kane has shown that while the environment can be overwhelming for him, he has a gentle and thoughtful nature. He takes treats delicately and knows basic commands like sit, stay, and come. Kane’s playgroup sessions showed that, although initially wary of other dogs, he can warm up and become a playful, goofy companion with time and patience. He seems to prefer a quieter home and would thrive best in an adult-only household where he can feel safe and loved. Kane is currently eligible for rescue, foster and adoption. Head to ACCT Philly any day of the week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or email foster@acctphilly.org to express interest in fostering him! VIDEOS Kane takes treats gently: https://youtube.com/shorts/hVucKu9RsnI?si=HGZAwJ-c2Oo6BIqM Kane and Gail drop leash meet: https://youtu.be/Ro8Vfc-xb7A Playgroup 5/27: Nessa, Downtown Brown, Gingerbread, Kane https://youtu.be/zBv9IR15Z2A Playgroup 5/27: Nessa, Downtown Brown, Gingerbread, Kane (2) https://youtu.be/BWZzJ6XMBYA Playgroup 5/27: Nessa, Downtown Brown, Gingerbread, Kane, Isaac https://youtu.be/5LkmzUwtes0 Playgroup 5/27: Nessa, Downtown Brown, Gingerbread, Kane, Isaac, Jett https://youtu.be/zWTej44NvwU BEHAVIOR 06/05/2025 volunteer notes: I took my new buddy Kane out again for some fresh air (still has doggy cold) and attention. He really is a sensitive boy who is easy to take in and out of his kennel. While strong on leash, in a harness he walks much better and loves pets and clearly is very happy to see other dogs on our walk. Great dog that just needs a little time to warm up to his handler but appears to LOVE other dogs. Per volunteer 6/1 Playgroup notes: Kane is a soft and shy dog. In the play yard, he retained some shyness but was quickly won over by the other dogs. Kane engaged in push-pull play with a female dog (Gail) and greeted other dogs appropriately as well. He would back off and give space to dogs that were stiff/uncomfortable. Kane is quite sick and was coughing a lot. He LOVES treats. 06/01/2025 volunteer notes: First time meeting Kane who waited patiently in his kennel for me to take him out. Easy to leash and while a little nervous to start with started to warm up as we spent some time together walking around the parking lot. He's strong on leash and recovering from a doggy cold. When he saw a male kennel attendant he liked his body language become loser and more wiggly and he pulled over for pets and attention, it was very adorable, he enjoyed seeing his buddy again. We walked past the doggy play club and he was visibly very happy to see other dogs, I later saw Kane out with another volunteer taking part in doggy play group, he was having fun with the other dogs. 05/31/2025 volunteer notes: I approach the kennel. He was laying in a ball at the door sleeping, he was easy to leash and walked on a loose leash outside. He remained shy and unsure, with low tail not wagging, stiff body and Mouth closed. although he did give me some low tail wags with pretzeling and ears back when I offered him pepperoni. Offers a sit when he sees treats. Also, a staff member approached, and he did the same behavior, which is very nice to see. He will remain experienced Blue for now. 05/27/2025 staff notes, playgroup: Kane was scared of the dogs at the gate, hard barking with his hackles raised, tucked tail and lowered body. He was steerable and came into the yard very nervous. He greeted everyone and began opening up into a playful goofy boy once he had more time with the other dogs. 05/26/2025 Behavior Eval: Standing at the front of the kennel, he has furrowed brow, ears to the side, tail tucked. He was easy to loop using some treats on the floor. He walked with a middle-high tail not wagging, hackles raised. Once outside the tail tucked and hackles subsided. Eyes darting. Head low. He took treats gently and knows sit. Each time I tried to touch him he did a head whip towards my hand. No interest in play Easy to return to kennel Exp blue 05/25/2025 volunteer notes When I walked by Kane's kennel he was curled up sleeping on the kennel floor on the far side. I got his attention and he lifted his head so I threw in some hot dogs. He cautiously stood up and slowly came towards the front of the kennel. I gave him a few hot dogs which he seemed to enjoy and he took them so gently. MEDICAL 05/25/2025 Unable to check in right now, dog was jumping on the door trying to get out and did growl once when coming into the room. Starting on traz and will try again later Weight 59.8 lbs – 05/26/2025 Vaccinations Next Due Parvovirus – 05/26/2026 Canine Distemper – 05/26/2026 Adenovirus – 05/26/2026 Parainfluenza – 05/26/2026 Bordetella (Kennel Cough) – 05/26/2026 Rabies – 05/26/2026 Vaccination History Rabies (Rabvac 1 – Elanco) Completed: 05/26/2025 Lot #: E167567A Route: SQ (subcutaneous) Site: Right hind leg Veterinarian: Dr. Erik Stumpo Clinic: ACCT Philly Rabies Tag Number: 005480 Bordetella, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza (Bronchi-Shield III – Elanco) Completed: 05/26/2025 Lot #: E180660A Route: IN (intranasal) Site: Nose DHPP (Duramune Max 5 – Elanco) Completed: 05/26/2025 Lot #: E171388A Route: SQ (subcutaneous) Site: Right front leg Treatments Next Due Trazodone 100 mg tablets, 1 PO twice a day – Next dose 05/28/2025 Treatment History Trazodone 100 mg tablets, 1 PO twice a day – 05/25/2025 to 05/31/2025 (In Progress) Vectra 3D for dogs 56–95 lbs Applied topically once – 05/26/2025 Pyrantel pamoate 6 mL PO once – 05/26/2025 Scheduled Physical Exam Vet Exam (Recheck for trazodone extension) – 06/01/2025 at 11:08 AM Physical Exam – 05/26/2025 Weight: 59.8 lbs Body Condition Score: 4 – Lean Eyes: slight crust/red Ears: slightly waxy Nose: no discharge Mouth/Teeth/Gums: yellow staining Coat & Skin: dry Urogenital: male intact Gait/Mobility: within normal limits Attitude: Bright, alert, responsive ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week, from 10am to 6pm, and no appointments are needed! 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/ 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 Kane, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.