Orchid

ANIMAL ID: A5778591 DATE ADMITTED TO COUNTY CARE: 2026-05-23 ANIMAL TYPE: DOG AVAILABILITY STATUS: Ready to go home PRIMARY BREED: AUST KELPIE PRIMARY COLOR: BLACK SEX: Female (Spayed) SIZE: LARGE WEIGHT: 62.5 AGE: 3 years 0 months The behaviors described today reflect the dog's responses in an Animal Care Center environment and during assessment. A dog's behavior in an Animal Care Center may differ significantly from how they behave in a home. Stress, confinement, and unfamiliar surroundings can cause dogs to act out'or suppress behaviors that may emerge later. A dog's behavior may change based on surroundings, training, medical, socialization, and life experiences.' She walked with a light pull on the leash to the catch pen. The runner easily clasped the collar around her neck. She entered the play yard timidly with a light body tremble and a tucked tail. She was approached by a female pit bull mix and exchanged a timid greeting with her. When she lingered near her face, she became tense and gave a slight lip curl. A male pit bull approached her, and they exchanged a timid greeting. She would approach the handler in the yard to solicit affection. She roamed the play yard away from the other dogs. She was wary of the higher energy dogs playing in the yard and would create space away from them. A female shepherd approached her, and she exchanged a softer greeting. She needs confidence building and continued socialization. She is tolerant of other dogs and has no play style at this time. BEHAVIORALLY OK FOR PUBLIC ADOPTION, CALM DOGS (REC), MEDIUM ENERGY

Breed

Australian Kelpie

Age

Adult

Gender

Female

Size

Medium

Shelter ID

A5778591