Name HANZO
Animal ID A5167057
Adoption fee $50
Breed BLACK/WHITE ALASKAN HUSKY/MIX
Age 6 years
Sex Male
Weight 54
Arrived 07/26/2026
Location East Kennel, Wing B - 162
Level G
About me Hi! I’m Hanzo, a curious and sweet soul who loves to explore and play. I know tricks like 'sit' and 'paw', but I’m still perfecting my leash skills. Car rides are fun, and I enjoy being brushed. I’m brave, friendly, smart, and cuddly—perfect for adventure and snuggle times. I thrive on energy and am always ready for a game or a learning challenge. Adopting me means endless love and companionship. Let’s start our journey together!
Requirements
NO SMALL ANIMALS
Recommendations
FAMILY INTRODUCTION
NO SMALL DOGS
IN HOME TRAINING
Evaluation Comments - This information is observations from our staff and volunteers
| 07/29/2026 Solicited attentions, Playful, Moderate to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Strong Pull on Leash, High Energy, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, HANZO: calm on approach until he realized he was going out then very excited, hung back a bit in kennel trying to let you leash him, some difficultly leashing from above due to excitement, leans into pets, curious sniffer in yard, unleashed from above |
| 07/27/2026 Dog approached front of kennel, stretched, greeted handler with neutral body and softly wagging tail curled above spine level, took treats gently, swiping side along door to solicit petting, demand barked when handler walked away. Placing "green" due to kennel presence and intake notes. *Potential adopters should be advised on the value of sustained enrichment and crate training to prevent this dog from engaging in destructive behavior when left alone at home.* **Interested parties should be counseled on providing this dog with proper decompression time in a new home. Allowing time to adjust is important for their comfort and well-being. Adopters should be counseled on proper dog-to-dog introductions, which should only occur after the dog has fully decompressed.** |
| 07/26/2026 Soft and wiggly, solicited attention from handler, walked into kennel easily and unleashed by hand. |
| 07/24/2026 m&g |
| 07/23/2026 Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, happy boy , played with toys . ignored dogs in kennel path but was interested when another dog walked by play yard |
| 07/23/2026 Easy pull from kennel, no pull to yard stayed close to handler once in yard k9 solicited attention and allowed all handling, played with toy in yard. Walked back to kennel easily and unleashed by hand. |
| 07/19/2026 m&g |
| 07/18/2026 Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Not interested in treats, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Nice walker with interest mostly in just being touched and with someone. Did not want to sit, take treats but when he had the opportunity to cuddle, leaned in. Sat patiently in the play yard to be brushed and leaned in again affectionately. Took interest in a stuffy toy & pool |
| 07/14/2026 Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Moderate to return to kennel, Strong Pull on Leash, Appeared interested when walking past kennels |
| 07/11/2026 , Hope Whispers |
| 07/08/2026 Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, Sit, HANZO: Calm on approach, leashed w/ all 4 on floor, allowed all handling, bathing and brushing, very affectionate, easy leash retrieval on return |
| 07/06/2026 dog didn't eat |
| 07/05/2026 Soft and wiggly, easy leashing, allowed all handling and vaccine booster, easy kennel return, easy leash removal. |
| 07/04/2026 did not eat |
| 06/29/2026 Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Not interested in treats, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Easy pull/return to kennel. Ignored others. Initial pull on leash, better when corrected and walking a bit. Not interested in treats on walk or when in kennel. Did not solicit attention. Allowed petting all over. Not interested in toys. Sweet boy. |
| 06/22/2026 Approached front of kennel with a relaxed body. Appears to know "SIT" for treats. Would allow all petting without issues. Gently took treats. Interested parties should be made aware of all intake notes from finder. Based on finder notes, placing NO CATS as a REQUIREMENT. Potential adopters should be advised on the value of sustained enrichment and crate training to prevent this dog from engaging in destructive behavior when left alone at home. Interested parties should be counseled on providing this dog with proper decompression time in a new home. Allowing time to adjust is important for their comfort and well-being. Adopters should be counseled on proper dog-to-dog introductions, which should only occur after the dog has fully decompressed. |
| 06/20/2026 Easy leashing, walking into Triage. Declined treats. "locked in" for squeaky toy. Tolerated restraint for vaccines and allowed all petting. Walked to kennel and entered with no issue |
Intake Notes
| 07/26/2026 --What is the reason for surrender?-- SOURCE STATES A HOME WITH OUT SMALL DOGS WOULD BE BEST AND A HANDLER THAT CAN TRAIN AND WORK WITH HIGH PREY DRIVE. --How long have you had your pet?-- 2 DAYS --Where did you get this animal from?-- MCACC --Is your pet spayed/neutered?-- NEUTERED --Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition?-- NO --We offer resources such as low-cost veterinary care, trainers, food/medication coupons, and financial assistance. Would you like any resources instead of surrendering?-- NO --Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain-- NO --Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain-- NO --Do you have pictures of injuries/bites?-- NO --Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite?-- NO --Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals?-- NO --Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal?-- NO --How is the animal around children?-- 2 17 YEAR OLDS VERY FRIENDLY --Please describe behavior around children-- VERY FRIENDLY AND PLAYFUL --Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions?-- 1 ADULT MALE 55, 1ADULT FEMALE 55, 1 EDERLY WOMEN 85, 2 17 YEAR OLD FEMALES. SUPER FRIENDLY, LOVING AND PLAYFUL WITH ALL PEOPLE IN THE HOME. 1 SMALL 15 YEAR OLD SMALL BREED DOG ( FRIENDLY VERY PLAYFUL DOESNT KNOW HOW BIG HE IS OR HIS STRANGTH. --Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals?-- YES --Cats?-- NO --Dogs?-- AT GROOMING DID WELL WITH OTHER LARGE DOGS ( GROOMER SAID MOST WELL BEHAVED) --Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)?-- NO --Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)?-- NO --Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space?-- NO --Is the animal house-trained?--YES --Is your pet potty trained?-- YES --Familiar with a dog door?-- UNSURE --Crate trained?-- UNSURE --Leash trained?-- YES --Knows commands?-- SIT, SHAKE WORKING ON IT --Where was this animal kept?-- INSIDE --Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe-- NO --Last vaccinations / last vet visit?-- ON FILE -- How would you describe your pet's energy level?-- HIGH ENERGY, BUT CAN BE VERY CALM --Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)?-- NO --What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)-- WALKS, CAR RIDES, CUDDLING, BELLY RUBS VERY AFFECTIONATE. --Any escapist behavior?-- WILL TRY TO RUN OUT THE DOOR, WILL LISTEN WHEN YOU SAY NO --Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe?-- --Any Additional details/notes on behavior?-- VERY SWEET, SMART, AMAZING ALL ROUND. SOURCE STATES DOESNT DO WELL WITH SMALL DOGS ISNT AGGRESSIVE BUT JUST DOESNT KNOW BOUNDRIES AND VERY PLAYFUL AND EXCITED. |
| 06/20/2026 --How long have you had the animal ?-- 1 DAY --What are the cross streets where you found the animal?-- CACTUS RD AND EL MIRAGE RD --Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition?-- NO SIGNS OF ILLNESS --Is animal spayed/neutered?--NO --Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain-- NO --Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain--NO --Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals?-- CHASED CAT AROUND THE HOUSE. --Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal?-- NO --Was this animal around any children?--NO --Did the animal interact with other animals?--YES CATS --Cats?--CHASES CAT AROUND THE HOME AND YARD --Dogs?--NO DIRECT CONTACT. IN LOBBY DOG PULLING AND BARKING AT OTHER DOGS. --Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)?--NO --Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)?--NO --Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space?--NO -- Can the animal walk on a leash?-- PULLING HARD ON LEASH. --Does the animal know any commands?-- SIT, PAW. --Where was this animal kept-- INSIDE --If inside, did you keep the animal in a crate or allowed to roam free?--FREE ROAM --If outside, what kind of fencing do you have, and did it contain the animal?-- BLOCK WALL, GATE. YARD CONTAINED DOG --Any destruction behavior? If yes, please describe-- YES. CHEWED UP THE WALLS AND MOULDING. CHEWED UP SOME BLINDS WHEN LEFT ALONE FOR TOO LONG. -- How would you describe the animal’s energy level?-- HIGH --Any escapist behavior?--YES --Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe?-- WILL PUSH HARD TO GET OUTSIDE THE DOOR WHEN OPENED. --Any Additional details/notes on behavior?--GREAT DOG. LOVES CAR RIDES. WARMED UP INSTANTLY AFTER TREATS PROVIDED. |
Medical Treatments
| 07/26/2026 Up to date on all vaccines and tick meds Previously altered by MCACC Chip matches Mylar placed |
| 07/05/2026 07/05/26 11:09 Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _02121B37A_ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by _TEA_. |
| 06/25/2026 Pre-operative Examination, performed by: _NH___ Pre-op tech: __DD__ T: __102.0__°F HR: _120__bpm RR: __pant_brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: NSF Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: NSF Ears: NSF Eyes: NSF Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: NSF GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _4_ /9 Observations during pre-op/procedure: N/A Treatments: Pyrantel pamoate (50 mg/ml) __0__ ml PO administered once pre-op. Carprofen (50 mg/ml) __2.4__ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Microchip Implanted SQ, placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Please see Microchip Entry for number. Induction & Prep Tech Initials__JNR/DD__ 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 __0806__ Intubated at __0831__ with __11.0__ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: __0846__ Anesthesia Tech Initials: __GR___ Recovery Tech Initials: ___KLB___ Monitoring: Time: _0831___ T__103.0__ °F; HR __80__ bpm; RR ___20_ brpm Time: __0846__ T_102.2___ °F; HR _113___ bpm; RR __16__ brpm Time: __0900__ T__102.8__°F; HR _90___ bpm; RR __20__ brpm End Recovery Time: _0910___ T_102.6___ °F; HR ___110_ bpm; RR __20__ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery – Canine Orchiectomy (Neuter), performed by: _JNR/DD_____ 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. Entering Tech Initials: __RED___ |
| 06/20/2026 06/20/26 15:29 Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male TEA M Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: _848582 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by _GP/TEA_, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _ 00541530C_ administered IN GP Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _02121B37A__ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. GP/TEA Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _TEA__. Reapply after three months. |
Bite Information
No recorded bites