About JOPLIN

Available NY,NJ,CT,PA,DC,MD,DE,NH,RI;LI,MA,VT,ME Joplin is only 2 years old, and was returned from his foster back in July. So he's spent all summer in a cage, hoping for his furever home! He is affectionate, loves toys, people, and cuddles! My foster writes:Joplin, or Jop, is the most affectionate doggo you could ask for. He is house trained and friendly with all people. He LOVES people! He would be best in a single dog household with a yard. Joplin loves to run around but also loves to cuddle up on the couch with you. He loves to play with his toys and will bring them to you with a wagging tail and smiling face. Is there anything else you would like us to know about your foster pet? Joplin is a well behaved indoor dog. He has not had any accidents inside and also does not play with anything besides his toys. He is so gentle when playing and always looks so happy to be around a loving person. A staff member writes: Joplin is one of my favorite dogs to spend time with here in the shelter. Joplin is all about the people, greeting me with one of the wiggliest butts I have ever seen. Joplin is practically exploding out of the kennel to come hang out with me. He leans in for pets and scratches, to which I obliged because who can say no to that cute face! Joplin needs to be an only pet in his next home, but don't let that deter you; He's got enough personality you wont be able to think about another pet! He wants to spend all day lounging next to you and playing with his toys! He has got a lot of energy and will need a family that can ensure he gets to burn it off in a healthy manner that keeps him engaged! Joplin would do best as the only animal in the home! JOPLIN 176302 MANHATTAN ACC Estimated to be 2 years 2 mos 2 weeks, 41.2 lbs NEUTERED MALE, MEDIUM MIXED BREED STRAY FROM NY MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 2. Blue. BEHAVIOR RATING: Level 4 INTAKE DATE: 07/05/2023 PET PROFILE Stray, in finder's home for three days Other Notes:: *Finder reported that Joplin would become 'reactive' to their resident dog. Joplin is on emergency placement for behavioral reasons. He is a human social dog who demonstrates a high amount of reactivity toward dogs. Medically, he is apparently healthy. Joplin is an ACC long stay who has been highly social with his human friends. Joplin is highly uncomfortable and may become reactive in the presence of dogs (lunges, growls, barks), which has made it stressful for him to remain in the shelter setting. He would benefit from being placed in an adult-only home with no other animals. More notes on Joplin below! My foster writes: Joplin, or Jop, is the most affectionate doggo you could ask for. He is house trained and friendly with all people. He LOVES people! He would be best in a single dog household with a yard. Joplin loves to run around but also loves to cuddle up on the couch with you. He loves to play with his toys and will bring them to you with a wagging tail and smiling face. Does your foster pet have any cute or endearing habits that would make people want to meet him/her? Joplin is extremely cuddly and affectionate. He loves to be pet. When sitting on the couch, he will come sit right by your lap and will rest his head on you. He loves belly rubs and is just always so happy with any attention. Is there anything else you would like us to know about your foster pet? Joplin is a well behaved indoor dog. He has not had any accidents inside and also does not play with anything besides his toys. He is so gentle when playing and always looks so happy to be around a loving person. ASSESSMENT NOTES Date of assessment:: 7/6/2023 Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Light Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: N/A Leash walking comments: No dogs observed Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly social Call over: Approaches readily Sociability comments: Soft, greets all Soft handling: Accepts contact Exuberant handling: Accepts contact Comments: Standing, soft Arousal Jog comments: Follows, loose Knock Knock comments: Approaches, loose Toy Toy comments: Firm grip, loose Summary:: GATE GEET 7/6/23: Joplin greets the helper large dog with a neutral body. Summary (3):: 8/14/23: An ACS staff member reported that Joplin turned and grabbed their leg when pulling him away from another dog while reacting. 8/11/23 Joplin is at the front of his kennel, loose, he is easily leashed and walked out. Joplin attempts to cage fight with the dog in the first kennel, lunging, growling and snapping towards them. Joplin is taken to the play yard and placed on a drag leash. He wanders around with a loose body, jumping up in a social manner to seek attention. Joplin allows for petting and leans into touch. He shows no interest in toys and prefers to stay near handler for petting. After some time, he is clipped and returned to kennel without issue. 7/30/23: Joplin is at the front of the kennel with a loose and wiggly. He is easily leashed and removed from kennel. He jumps on handl

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