Name RYDER
Animal ID A5136144
Adoption fee See an ACC Staff Member
Breed TAN/WHITE AM PIT BULL TER
Age 5 years
Sex Male
Weight 66
Arrived 04/04/2025
Location FOSTER Contact: ACCFoster@maricopa.gov or 602-506-6274
Level P
About me Ryder is such a good name for me because I am a great car rider. I know how to sit. I know how to stay and I know how to shake, but careful if you don’t watch me I might just grab the treats anyway! I am smart and I know I can learn. I have lots of energy so I would love to have a large yard to run around in, or if you don’t have a yard, I would love to go hiking. My tail is always wagging. I’m just such a happy boy. I’m pretty strong so I do need someone who is able to manage me and be patient and help me learn!
Requirements
No requirements
Recommendations
FAMILY INTRODUCTION
IN HOME TRAINING
LEASH WORK
OLDER CHILDREN
Evaluation Comments - This information is observations from our staff and volunteers
| 09/01/2025 from temporary foster: He loves lots of cuddles, treats, and to sunbath. He also doesn’t pull on the leash when we go for walks. He was great to look after! |
| 08/17/2025 From the foster parent: Ryder is doing well. He is such a good boy! We took him to Bass Pro Shop last weekend and he loved looking at the fish and animals. He did so good meeting adults and children - he loves everybody! We got some interest but no takers. We’ve learned that he is afraid of thunder and some other loud noises like from the iron. His stress response is panting, pacing, and getting as close as possible to one of us (preferably right on our laps). He really was a trooper during the storms we had this week and still settled in his bed well during the night. Ryder has met many dogs and is very dog friendly. We introduced him to a cat while he was on a leash and he seemed interested. I think he could learn to live with a cat. He is responding really well to training and boundaries. He is so good in his crate when we leave him alone and is learning to be respectful of his foster brother’s space. Ryder would be an amazing family dog. He just wants to be part of the pack! |
| 08/01/2025 From foster: Ryder has had a great week! He is a happy, playful, spunky boy. He loves tennis balls, ropes, and anything that squeaks. Ryder does well in his crate when left alone. While he clearly wants to hang out with his humans at all times, his separation anxiety is minimal and he settles quickly when left alone. Ryder pushes the boundaries often and requires corrections when he gets too hyper and starts jumping or playing too hard. He absolutely loves his foster brother (53 lb male dog) and tries to play every chance he gets. He responds well to his foster brother giving corrections during play and he would likely do well with other large, tolerant dogs. |
| 07/26/2025 From foster: Ryder is doing amazing! He is responding well to firm corrections when he tries to jump up on people. His play can get really mouthy and he’s like a bull in a china shop. He’s incredibly strong and would likely topple a small human so we agree with the recommendation for older children at this time. Ryder is doing well with crate training and leash training but definitely needs more training and consistency. He loves to roll around and do zoomies in the grass during the day and cuddle on the couch at night. He’s such a sweet dog and we love having him! |
| 07/23/2025 From foster: Ryder is settling in nicely. He slept soundly in his bed all night and woke up ready to play! He is a sweetheart and is a very wiggly, happy boy. We are working on house training as we had a few accidents in the house. We are also working on not letting him jump up on us. He doesn’t know his size! While he loves to be close to people, he has settled well when we leave him alone in his fenced off area. He seems very neutral about seeing our dog through the gate and I imagine he gets along well with other dogs. |
| 07/21/2025 Run Buddy: Verbally coaxed dog into treadmill. Would stop & go while walking on treadmill. Heavy panting. |
| 07/21/2025 EET Rounds: Laying quietly on bed while licking a Kong toy. |
| 07/20/2025 EET ROUNDS: Laying on blanket in middle of room, sleeping with neutral body. |
| 07/19/2025 Sitting and watching handler. |
| 07/18/2025 Out for M&G. Upon entering play yard, dog immediately approached potential adopters with wiggly body and wagging tail. Began seeking attention and allowed all petting/handling. Chased toys when thrown. Jumped up against potential adopters to seek attention but was easy to direct down. No issues on return. |
| 07/18/2025 EET Rounds- Body still, staring at handler. |
| 07/17/2025 EET ROUNDS: Neutral body standing in front of glass, slight tail wag watching handler. |
| 07/16/2025 Sleeping on bed. |
| 07/15/2025 EET Rounds- Standing at window, body stiff, stiff wagging tail, lunged and scratched at window, alarm barking. |
| 07/14/2025 EET ROUNDS: Neutral body standing in middle of room. |
| 07/13/2025 EET ROUNDS: Laying down with neutral body watching handler. |
| 07/12/2025 Sitting at glass, watching customers, and heavily drooling. Slobber all over windows. |
| 07/11/2025 Standing at window, body stiff, alarm barking at customers. |
| 07/11/2025 Dog was chewing on window frame as handler walked by. |
| 07/11/2025 Dog was standing at door, soft body and wagging tail. Easy to leash, hard pull to yard but controllable. Affiliative with handler. Jumpy for treats, able to redirect into a sit but became jumpy again once treat was given. Handler sat on bench, dog jumped on bench next to handler then crawled into lap, allowed petting all over, attempted to lick handler's face. Handler then grabbed stuffed toy and offered it to dog, dog then grabbed toy and pulled hard, handler let go and dog shook toy vigorously. Dog then lied down and started chewing toy. Handler called dog back over, dog approached with soft body and wagging tail, allowed more pets. Able to pick up leash, hard pull back, easy return and leash removal. |
| 07/06/2025 Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Easy/Loose Leash, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Sit, Sweet boy, allowed volunteer to hose him off, calm and gentle, leans in for pets, appears potty trained, soft body and tail wagging. |
| 06/30/2025 Easy to leash and walked with strong pull to run buddy van. Did very well on treadmill, ran at good pace. Walked back to kennel with strong pull. No issue returning to kennel. |
| 06/28/2025 , I went on a 4 Paws Walk today! |
| 06/27/2025 Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Takes treats nicely, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Sit, Strong pull on leash to yard, moderate to no pull back to kennel. Jumped up a couple times in yard. |
| 06/20/2025 Tails Around Town - Ryder was very popular at the plant stand, everyone paused to hug on him and take pictures as they checked out. Ryder is a gentle giant taking treats and ice cubes gently. He was up for walks, shopping, car rides to and fro, and lounging in the grass enjoying treats. He's definitely a dog that you can cuddle up on the couch with. He does not hesitate to show his love or demonstrate his still puppy like enthusiasm to be a part of your day. |
| 06/16/2025 Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Takes treats nicely, Strong Pull on Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Pulled to exit, Sit |
| 06/10/2025 Tails Around Town: We started out at Cesar Chavez Park and gave him a walk, then to Petco for snacks, and finished off at a restaurant called the Main Ingredient that was super dog-friendly. . What a nice dog! Was easy to handle on the leash and took correction the couple times he wanted to pull. Great passenger in the back seat of my truck, and genuinely enjoyed riding around. At the park he was paying attention to other people and animals, but didn't try and engage any of them. We walked right thru a flock of geese/ducks/pigeons and he acted like they weren't there. He was a perfect gentleman at Petco, even though one of the other customers let his puppy loose he just ignored him. Very affectionate to both my wife and I, very well behaved and happy to sit every time offered a treat. He REALLY did like his treats. When we ate at the restaurant he sat patiently while we ate drinking his water and eating a side order of grilled chicken we ordered for him. He's a great dog and we hope he finds the kind of new home he deserves. |
| 06/08/2025 , I went for a four paws walk today. Ryder was interested and aware of other dogs while on their walk. Ryder’s energy level was high, strength was strong for their size, and walking style would best be described as pulling. Ryder’s personality was playful, affectionate, alert, excited, friendly and Ryder sits on command. Ryder is food motivated and does take treats gently. Did a harness wrap did much better. Would walk next to person, and wanted to say hi to other dogs. wants to run. he does jump but with hand signals he stopped. Once walker said slow he would slow down. |
| 05/31/2025 Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Sit, Shake, 4 Paws Walks: Energy level: High. Strength for size: strong. Reactivity: was interested and aware of other dogs. Personality: playful, affectionate, curious, alert, friendly. Is food motivated: yes. |
| 05/31/2025 Tails Around Town - Ryder was a joy to have. We began with a wash where he was friendly with all the staff and easy to handle on a leash around the other dogs. He then came home and loved cuddling in the couch and bean bag. He was full of joy and loved giving kisses. We went to a graduation party where he loved getting attention from all the teenagers in attendance. He then took a good nap in the backseat of the car. We absolutely loved having him. |
| 05/29/2025 Solicited attentions, Playful, High arousal, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Takes treats nicely, Strong Pull on Leash, High Energy, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Easy to pull and return. Will return easily with treats. Strong pull to yard. Some jumping up but mostly explored the yard and wanted to be pet. Liked to wade in the pool but didn't want to be splashed. |
| 05/23/2025 Tails Around Town - I had the opportunity to take Rider out for the day. We had some private time in a fenced area. Rider got to sniff around and play ball. He could easily be encouraged to return a ball with a little effort. Then off to a park with lots of shade. We took a long walk. He would love to be in a home that he could have long walks and be a hiking buddy. Is excellent on leash. I hope he can find a loving home soon. |
| 05/20/2025 took Ryder out to the play yard. he loves to play tug with the rope, he has a lot of energy, runs around, loves getting in the tub of water, seeks a lot of attention. leashes great, walks back to kennel and enters kennel perfectly. |
| 05/17/2025 Tails Around Town - Ryder had a so much fun on his trip today. First we stopped at the park where he went for a good roll in the grass. He was super friendly when meeting new people. Next we went to a craft store and he was very well-behaved. He took a nap in the way back but paused it for a pup cup. He is such a sweet boy and I hope he finds his furever home soon! |
| 05/10/2025 , I went out on Tails Around Town today! |
| 05/10/2025 , I went on the mutt strut walk today |
| 05/08/2025 , I took part in an Event today! |
| 05/06/2025 approached kennel leash easy, walked out of kennel easy, took to play yard to run around, seeks all attention, loves tug on the rope, jumped up on the bench with handler and sat next to her giving kisses allows all petting. |
| 05/02/2025 , I went out on Tails Around Town today! |
| 04/26/2025 , 4/26/25 - I went on a Four Paws walk today! |
| 04/25/2025 Tails Around Town - I had the pleasure of taking Ryder out for a few hours! I brought him to Bark If You’re Dirty where he received a bath and he was absolutely perfect for it. Allowed us to pick him up and place him in the tub, did not mind his feet being touched at all. After, we took a long stroll around Encanto Park. Ryder was NOT reactive towards ducks, geese, birds, or other dogs. Lots of kids running around screaming, people on bikes, he was very interested in everyone and tried to meet everyone he could. He road amazing in the car, although he would rather be passenger princess than a back seat driver! Knows to sit, stay, and even learned to shake. He loves to run, would be a PERFECT companion for a runner or someone who loves to hike. |
| 04/20/2025 Solicited attentions, Playful, High arousal, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Takes treats nicely, Strong Pull on Leash, High Energy, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Sit, high energy. liked playing with rope toy and loves hot dogs. can be a bit jumpy, but easily redirected |
| 04/13/2025 , I went on a 4 paws walk today! |
| 04/12/2025 Solicited attentions, Playful, High arousal, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Sit, Laying quietly on approach. Came up to door with wiggly body. Easy to leash. Walked well on leash with only some pull. Very sweet and affectionate. |
| 04/06/2025 Laying down @ front of kennel, accepted petting with soft tail wags. Based on kennel presence placing for adoption @ due out with intake color "GREEN". |
| 04/04/2025 Easy leashing, walking into Bubble. Tolerated restraint for vaccines and allowed all petting. Walked to kennel and entered with no issue |
Intake Notes
| 04/04/2025 --How long have you had the animal?--SINCE 5AM TODAY --Has the animal been around other animals? What kind of animals? How would you describe the interaction with other animals?--YES, OTHER DOG FOUND WITH --Was the animal around any other people or children? If yes, how would you describe the animals behavior towards other people/children?--N/A --Has the animal shown any aggression around other people? Might want to include a few examples of what aggression looks like. Barking, growling, lunging, etc.? If yes, what were the circumstances?--NO --Did you keep the animal inside or outside?--INSIDE OFFICE --If inside, did you keep the animal in a crate or allowed to roam? Was the animal destructive in any way?--NO --If outside, what kind of fencing do you have and did it contain the animal?--N/A --Did the animal show any aggression, like **growling, curling their lips, lunging** around food, toys, or bones?--NO --Has the animal shown any signs of illness?--NO --Does the animal walk on a leash?--YES. KNOWS SIT, STAY |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 13:50 AG - The following dogs came in together. A5136143 A5136144 |
Medical Treatments
| 07/06/2025 07/06/25 14:32 Bravecto topical solution administered according to weight dosage, next flea/tick prevention due: _10/06/25_ bz/dd |
| 07/06/2025 BRAVECTO TOPICAL SOLUTION |
| 04/25/2025 04/25/25 08:59 Monitor for signs of CIRDC S/O: Gen - BAR, BCS 5/9, good appetite, approaches front of kennel and solicits attention EENT - No ocular discharge. No nasal discharge. RESP - No stertor or stridor. No coughing. No sneezing. Normal respiratory rate and effort. GI - No significant findings. A: - Apparently healthy P: - No tx for CIRDC at this time - Medically okay to PUFA sdecamp |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 13:24 CIRDC monitor follow-up. Patient is BAR with good appetite. Patient has no nasal discharge, no ocular discharge, normal respiratory rate and effort, no coughing, no sneezing. No active CIRDC symptoms. Continue monitoring as previously scheduled. |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 15:03 Mucoid eye discharge OU and serous nasal discharge seen AGP |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 15:30 Limited visual examination due to infectious disease concerns. S/O: Gen - BAR, BCS 5/9, good appetite, approaches front of kennel and solicits attention EENT - No ocular discharge. No nasal discharge. RESP - No stertor or stridor. No coughing. No sneezing. Normal respiratory rate and effort. GI - No significant findings. A: - Minimal to no signs of CIRDC noted at time of exam P: - Monitor for CIRDC symptoms next two days - Medically okay to PUFA |
| 04/18/2025 DA2PP SUBQ |
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 10:10 Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by MERCK, Serial number 02120172___ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder GP/SP |
| 04/08/2025 DOG NEUTER |
| 04/08/2025 TATTOO |
| 04/08/2025 MICRO SCAN CHIP NOT FOUND |
| 04/08/2025 RABIES 1 YEAR |
| 04/08/2025 Canine Neuter Pre-operative Examination, performed by _SMH___: Pre-op tech__RED__ T: __RED__°F HR: _130__bpm RR: _40__brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: NSF Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: ABN- lacerations on OD lateral canthus and right medial tarsus Ears: NSF Eyes: NSF Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: NSF GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _5_ /9 Dental grade:_1_ /4 Observations during pre-op/procedure: Clip/clean wounds Treatments: Pyrantel pamoate (50 mg/ml) __6.0__ ml PO administered once pre-op. Carprofen (50 mg/ml) _2.4___ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: __780787__ administered SQ, R lateral hip, by _SMH__ Implanted microchip SQ, # __985141007893486___. Placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Induction & Prep Tech Initials__red/gr__ Anesthesia: Induced with TTDex (5 ml cake 100 mg/ml Telazol to 2.5 ml 10 mg/ml Butorphanol + 2.5 ml 0.50 mg/ml Dexmedetomidine) __0.6__ ml IM at __0918__ Intubated at __0935__ with __10.5__ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: __0950__ Anesthesia Tech Initials: __dd___ Recovery Tech Initials___agp/bz___ Monitoring: Time: __0935__ T__99.7__ °F; HR _70___ bpm; RR __20__ brpm Time: __0950__ T__99.1__ °F; HR _76___ bpm; RR __10__ brpm Time: __1000__ T__100.8__°F; HR __50__ bpm; RR __12__ brpm End Recovery Time: __1005__ T__100.3__ °F; HR __60__ bpm; RR _20__ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery – Canine Orchiectomy (Neuter), performed by __SMH____: Pre-scrotal incision made with no. 15 blade. Closed technique, single ligation of spermatic cords with strangle knots using _2/0___ Webmax. 2-layer closure: SQ layer closed with simple continuous sutures, continuing into continuous intradermal using _2/0___ Webmax. Green tattoo etched. Applied tissue adhesive over pre-scrotal incision and tattoo. Rx and/or Post-op recommendations: Recommend follow up with primary veterinarian regarding overall health, baseline bloodwork, and preventative care. Carprofen (100mg): 1 tablet PO SID X 4 days. Continue Cephalexin tx Entering Tech Initials: __CD___ |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 14:45 Targeted visual exam S/O: Gen - BAR, BCS 5/9, solicits attention at front of kennel with loose tail wags EENT - OS WNL. 1-2cm laceration at lateral canthus OD, no discharge, no blepharospasm, no chemosis, no conjunctival hyperemia. Nose clean and free of discharge. H/L/MM - Normal respiratory rate and effort. No coughing or sneezing. No stertor, no stridor. Mucous membranes pink. INTEG - Minor abrasion on right rostral muzzle. NEURO - Normal mentation and posture. M/S - Normal gait. No muscle atrophy or limping appreciated. A: - facial laceration/abrasions likely secondary to trauma - expect to heal via second intention with supportive treatments P: - cephalexin 22-30mg/kg PO q12h x 14d - carprofen 4.4mg/kg PO once - consider repair of laceration at time of neuter as needed - medically okay to PUFA |
| 04/04/2025 MICRO SCAN CHIP NOT FOUND |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 14:10 laceration next to right eye and on upper lip |
| 04/04/2025 BORDETELLA IN |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 14:04Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male SP M Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _ 00541516B_ administered IN SP Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _02120161B__ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. SP |
| 04/04/2025 DA2PP SUBQ |
| 04/04/2025 BRAVECTO TOPICAL SOLUTION |
Bite Information
No recorded bites