DIAMOND – 8171 (ALT ID – A1127036)

Behavior Determination: Average A volunteer writes: Lying so quiet in her kennel all day waiting for her walk, I could no longer resist this sweetest of pocket pitties. Easily leashed, I had to help her down from her kennel as she seems to have an issue with her back legs. She walks on them gingerly, and going up the stairs to the yard is also a bit of a problem. But like the little engine that could, nothing is going to stop this peanut from enjoying some affection, including a butt scratch, wagging her tail happily at a dog in an adjoining pen, and giving kisses. The chance to go potty and enjoy some treats made whatever effort is put into exploring our pen worthwhile. Diamond enjoys attention, has the sweetest disposition ever, and is so tiny I want to scoop her up and put her in my pocket. Come meet our adorable little Miss, who is longing for a new person and a lifetime of butt scratches and kisses. She so deserves it, and you deserve her!!

Diamond is at risk due to CIRDC

Weight: 40.8 lbs

This information is supplied as a guide only based on the history supplied to us and on our observations of the animal in the shelter. Animal Care Centers of NYC, its employees and agents accept no responsibility in the event that the animal behaved differently from its description above nor are any guarantees made in respect of its future behavior. Animal Behavior Saved At: 10-Oct-2017 14:45:9.000 Animal ID: 8171 Animal Name: Diamond Age: 3 Years 1 Week Tag Number: Breed: American Pit Bull Gender: Female Spayed / Neutered: No Handler: Observer: Behavior Assessment Date: 10/2/2017 Retest Date: Retest Reason: Next Test Date: Date of intake: 30-Sep-2017 Spay/Neuter status: Yes Means of surrender (length of time in previous home): Stray (Information from finder) Previously lived with: Adults and a child (age 8) Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing Behavior toward children: Affectionate, relaxed, and gentle Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Unknown Energy level/descriptors: Diamond is described as friendly, affectionate and playful with a low activity level. Date of assessment: 2-Oct-2017 Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends (may need coaxing to approach). Dog is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Paw squeeze 1: Item not conducted Paw squeeze 2: Item not conducted Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away. Summary: Diamond approached the assessor calmly in the assessment room. She was social towards the assessor and displayed no concerning behaviors. Flank was used instead of paw due to medical issues with her front paws. Summary (1): 10/7: When introduced off leash to a male dog, Diamond greets with wagging tail, solicits brief play. History around other dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Diamond and respectful dogs. Date of intake: 30-Sep-2017 Summary: Upon intake, Diamond was calm and allowed handling BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience) Behavior Asilomar H – Healthy Recommendations Adoption Recommendations: Comments: Suitability With Children: Other: Average Yard Size: Overall Rating: Passed For Rehoming: Indemnity/Waiver: Adoption Summary: Behavior Determination: Average A volunteer writes: Lying so quiet in her kennel all day waiting for her walk, I could no longer resist this sweetest of pocket pitties. Easily leashed, I had to help her down from her kennel as she seems to have an issue with her back legs. She walks on them gingerly, and going up the stairs to the yard is also a bit of a problem. But like the little engine that could, nothing is going to stop this peanut from enjoying some affection, including a butt scratch, wagging her tail happily at a dog in an adjoining pen, and giving kisses. The chance to go potty and enjoy some treats made whatever effort is put into exploring our pen worthwhile. Diamond enjoys attention, has the sweetest disposition ever, and is so tiny I want to scoop her up and put her in my pocket. Come meet our adorable little Miss, who is longing for a new person and a lifetime of butt scratches and kisses. She so deserves it, and you deserve her!! Color Match: Profile/Activity Level: Average