🚨 Groot is being Euthanized at 2pm. No extensions. Beyond heartbroken🆘🚨Groot is taking his final walk. Not somewhere fun. But to have his life ended. He will leave DAS in a trash bag and be taken to the landfill. This makes me so sad 😭 Animal ID: Groot A1295800 Age: 2 years Sex: Neutered Male Weight: 61 lbs Heartworm Status: Negative Intake Type: Stray (at large) Bruton Rd, Dallas 75217 Adopets Link: https://adopt.adopets.com/pet/38083e9d-5794-4075-966d-95258239b049 Bio Groot is a laid-back and social guy who seems to enjoy the company of other dogs in a calm and gentle way. From our observations, he can be a bit nervous in new situations but responds well to treats and patience. He shows interest in play and takes corrections well from other dogs, making him a pleasant playmate in group settings. Contact us about Groot today! Due to capacity at the shelter, this pet is at risk. If you are interested in adopting, fostering or rescuing this dog, email dasadopt@dallas.gov When emailing, please leave a callback number. Medical Observation 8/11: 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: neg Microchip Implanted 9/18: Neuter surgery performed by Operation Kindness. Shelter Observation 8/10: nervous, would look away any time I tried to get its attention. Only, moved for treats I scattered on the floor. 8/10: Iffy, scared, allowed me to get in kennel but doesn’t bark or growl , tail is just tucked. Volunteer Observation 9/7: Medium Energy, Jumpy, Leash Puller, Knows Sit, Pottied Immediately, Calms Down. Groot was calm in his kennel and easy to leash. He does have a bit of reactivity walking past other dogs and can pull a bit on leash. Outside, he had some good energy and was a little bit jumpy, but does settle down. Very motivated and knows sit. He’s a handsome guy who probably could just use a little bit of training. 9/30 Daycation: How did your dog do in the car? Eh, I tolerate riding in the car Which of the following activities did the dog enjoy? Going on a walk, Playing with toys, Lounging around a dog-friendly coffee shop / restaurant / bar, Lounging around an apartment / house How did they interact with strangers? I love meeting new friends! If they saw any cats, how did they react? No cats If they saw any other dogs, how did they react? overly excited when saw dogs If they met any children, how did they react? Great How did I walk on the leash? (Examples: excited/pulling/timid/awesome walker)Very exited, pulling only when he saw a squirrel or other dog How were my manners and do I know any tricks? Jumpy, Learns Quickly, Went to the bathroom immediately (when outside) Did they show any of the additional behaviors listed below? Calms down, Vocal, Wants to play The best part of my Daycation was when.......The car ride back, he was definitely chill and calm by then Any additional notes you would like to include about the dog? no 11/01/26: Medium Energy Good on Leash Social (People);Loose/Wiggly Body Wants to Run;Solicits Pets;Wants to Sniff 11/02/26: Medium Energy Good Manners;Leash Puller;Knows Sit;Pottied Immediately Loose/Wiggly Body Love-Bug;Wants to Play;Wants to Run;Wants to Sniff;Solicits Pets Very sweet boy who loves to play chase with the tennis ball in his mouth! He knows sit and takes treats gently. He would make a great companion to a lucky someone or family! Playgroup Observation 8/12: This dog is social, shows interest in play, can be sexually motivated, and takes corrections well. PG1-Social/DG-Dainty & Gentle 8/12: A1295800 Groot and Precious A1132261 Cohoused 9/15: He is social and shows a little bit of interest in playing with the group. He becomes sexually motivated when he gets too excited and mount Contact Email dasrescue@dallas.gov to rescue tag Email dasfoster@dallas.gov to foster Email dasadopt@dallas.gov to adopt - @tamipawsdallas