ADOPT/RESCUE- SPACE - Needs placement by 10/07 at 11am CST Roxy A1297813 2 years old Spayed Female 76.8 lbs Heartworm Positive Intake Type: Owner Surrender - Behavior Adopets Link: https://adopt.adopets.com/pet/285bd680-0ed1-417f-8ada-fc812e4dd560 Bio Roxy is a calm and gentle girl who seems to enjoy a laid-back approach to socializing with other dogs. From our volunteer observations, she can be a bit timid when meeting new people at first, but she warms up nicely and appears curious about her surroundings. Once comfortable, Roxy accepts pets and seems to appreciate a quieter playgroup environment. Contact us about Roxy today! Due to capacity at the shelter, this pet is currently at risk for euthanasia. We are urgently seeking placement through adoption, foster, or approved rescue. If you are interested in adopting, fostering, or rescuing this dog, please email dasadopt@dallas.gov as soon as possible. When emailing, be sure to include a callback phone number so our team can contact you promptly. Medical Observation 09/04/26: Adoption Exam Completed Altered: No Tattoo/Scar: No Rabies given in RR leg; DA2PP given SQ in RF leg; Bordetella given intranasally Flea and Heartworm Prevention given; Pyrantel given PO Blood sample pulled to perform heartworm test: high pos Microchip Found:981020033329467 09/22/26: P presented for Canine OHE surgery. 09/29/26: Alert. Bilateral purulent nasal discharge. CIRD 10/02/26: QAR, slight mucoid ocular discharte, eating treats and ate a can of A/D. Not eating medicated meat balls. Add A/D Foster Observation 09/23/26: Why are you returning the foster pet? NOT GETTING ALONG WITH RESIDENT DOG How long have you had the foster pet? 1 DAY Was the pet around adults? How was their behavior? FREINDLY How is the pet around strangers? FRIENDLY AND CURIOUS Has the pet been around children? If so, what age and how did they behave? UK Has the pet been around other animals? Be specific to type and how was their behavior? RESOURCE GUARDS TOYS Do you have any behavior concerns about your animal? IF yes, please also fill out bhvr form. YES, RESOURCE GUARDING Has this animal ever bitten someone or another animal? IF yes, please also fill out bhvr form. NO Does this pet know any commands? NO Does this pet likes toys/games? What kind? CHEW TOYS Is this pet potty trained? Litterbox, potty pads or outside? YES For dogs, is you dog crated trained or were they left to roam freely in the house? FREE ROAM For dogs, how does your dog behave on leash? WALKS WELL Owner Surrender Notes 09/28/26: Owner adopted Roxy from DAS 4 days ago and stated she was aggressive towards their toddler and cat. Roxy has snapped at their toddler twice (unprovoked per the owner) and also went after their cat after being brought home. Adopter did not have anything else to share other than the fact she likes plush toys & that she is house-broken. Shelter Observation 09/04/26: calm posture allows pets curious instantly smells my hand 09/14/26: Barking when passing kennel, snapping at kennel door when approaching 09/23/26: EASY TO HANDLE, LOOSE BODY, FRIENDLY WAGGING TAIL, PULLS ON LEASH 09/28/26: BAR, seemed unbothered, walks well on leash. 09/28/26: when approaching she was pacing back and forth. she sniffed my hand and when i touched her nose she did growl but she wasnt lunging at the door or trying to bite. just go slow Playgroup Observation 09/10/26: This dog is timid at first, warms up, allows gentle greets, and explores the yard. PG1 - Social/DG - Dainty & Gentle Contact Email dasrescue@dallas.gov to rescue tag Email dasfoster@dallas.gov to foster Email dasadopt@dallas.gov to adopt #texas #pledgesforpups #dallas - @sarahschayes0185