Honey Bun

Honey Bun is an adoptable female Bullmastiff looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West in Phoenix, Arizona. She is fully grown and large in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 11 days left, listed due to medical. Adopting Honey Bun, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

Recommendations GO SLOW LEASH WORK FAMILY INTRODUCTION Memo 8/28/2026 08/28/26 14:47 Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia for unresolving CIRDC on 9/9/26 if no resolution in clinical signs or if no outlet is found by COB on 9/8/26, but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. nhilde Intake 7/27/2026 How long have you had the animal ? 3 DAYS. SOURCE FOUND THE DOG WANDERING IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD. DOG APPROACHED SOURCE AND SOUGHT OUT ATTENTION. What are the cross streets where you found the animal? Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? NONE Is animal spayed/neutered? NONE Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? NO Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? NO Was this animal around any children? NOT INTERACTED WITH CHILDREN Did the animal interact with other animals? NO Cats? NO Dogs? NO Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? NO Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? NO Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? NONE Can the animal walk on a leash? YES Does the animal know any commands? NONE If inside, did you keep the animal in a crate or allowed to roam free? N/A If outside, what kind of fencing do you have, and did it contain the animal? BRICK FENCING CONTAINED PET How would you describe the animal’s energy level? HIGH ENERGY Any escapist behavior? NONE Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? NONE Any Additional details/notes on behavior? NONE Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 8/23/2026 Solicited attentions, Playful, Moderate to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Takes treats nicely, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Sit, excited paws up on gate and wiggly during pull, in yard immediately play bowed, got the zoomiez then laid on my feet and rolled over for belly rubs then did it all again. She's hilarious! very social, affiliative, jumps up for treats, more athletic than you would think! 8/13/2026 Solicited attentions, Moderate to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in treats, Easy/Loose Leash, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Sit 8/12/2026 Dog did not eat, calm at kennel door, allowed petting, refused treat. 8/11/2026 Dog did not eat, no feces in kennel, BAR, untouched treats in kennel. 8/8/2026 Dog approached kennel door when handler came to move dog. Did not eat hot dog offered. Difficult to leash, kept avoiding the lead. Once leashed, dog walked right next to handler slowly. Was able to lead into new kennel and unleash easily. 8/2/2026 Dog was at front of kennel, wagging tail, panting. Appeared nervous of surroundings but remained soft towards handler. Easy to leash. Dog exited, walked straight to door, displaying perked ears and raised hackles when passing other dogs but did not attempt to engage. No issues on walk to play yard. In yard, dog stood close to handler, head low, nervous of surroundings. Allowed all petting and would roll over onto back, allowing belly rubs. No interest in treats. Occasionally explored but mostly stayed with handler. Due to high temperature, handler walked dog inside for a few minutes. Dog passed through doors easily, but hesitated to enter smaller room, lowered to belly, crawled forward towards handler when coaxed. Dog greeted two additional handlers in area, allowed them to pet, wagged tail. Dog laid down for a few minutes, drank water. Returned to kennel without issue. Removed leash by hand. *Dog should not be introduced to any other pets until end of 14-day decompression period. Potential adopters should be counseled on proper dog introductions, which must be slow and supervised. This approach is essential for the safety, comfort, and well-being of all pets involved.* 7/27/2026 Timid, tail tucked, allowed all handling and vaccines, did not want to walk, bucket to kennel, easy leash removal. Medical Treatments 8/28/2026 08/28/26 14:40 Abbreviated exam d/t contagious upper respiratory diseases (ie. CDV) at MCACC. BAR, BCS 7/9. OPHTHO - OU no ocular discharge or blepharospasm. RESP – eupnic; sneezing; bilateral serous nasal discharge. GI - good appetite. A: Ddx. CIRDC - unresolved. P: 1. Doxycycline (100mg tablet) - 3.5 tablets PO SID x 11 days. 2. Recheck for CIRDC in 12 days. 3. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia for unresolving CIRDC on 9/9/26 if no resolution in clinical signs or if no outlet is found by COB on 9/8/26, but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. nhilde 8/21/2026 08/21/26 14:03 Abbreviated exam d/t contagious upper respiratory diseases (ie. CDV) at MCACC. BAR, BCS 7/9. OPHTHO - OU clear, no ocular discharge or blepharospasm. RESP – eupnic; sneezing; bilateral serous nasal discharge. A: Ddx. CIRDC (r/o bacterial, viral, fungal) - unresolved. P: 1. Doxycycline (100mg tablet) - 3. 5 tablets PO SID x 7 days. 2. Recheck for CIRDC in 7 days. nhilde 8/14/2026 Pre-operative Examination, performed by: __SMH__ Pre-op tech: __red__ T: __101.9__°F HR: _120__bpm RR: _40__brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: ABN- mild mucoid n/d Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: NSF Ears: NSF Eyes: NSF Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: ABN- worn dentition GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _7_ /9 Dental grade: _1_ /4 Observations during pre-op/procedure: N/a Treatments: Pyrantel pamoate (50 mg/ml) __7.0__ ml PO administered once pre-op. Carprofen (50 mg/ml) _2.8___ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Microchip Implanted SQ, placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Please see Microchip Entry for number. Induction & Prep Tech Initials__pur/gr__ Anesthesia: Induced with TTDex (5 ml cake 100 mg/ml Telazol to 2.5 ml 10 mg/ml Butorphanol + 2.5 ml 0.50 mg/ml Dexmedetomidine) __0.6__ ml IM at _0924___ Intubated at __0929__ with __10.5__ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: __0942__ Anesthesia Tech Initials: __jnr___ Recovery Tech Initials: ___red___ Monitoring: Time: ___0929_ T__100.0__ °F; HR __96__ bpm; RR _20___ brpm Time: _0944___ T__100.9__ °F; HR __88__ bpm; RR __10__ brpm End Recovery Time: __0959__ T__100.8__ °F; HR __70__ bpm; RR _30___ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery - Canine Ovariohysterectomy (Spay), performed by: __NH___ Ventral midline abdominal incision made with no. 15 blade. Single ligation of ovarian pedicles and double ligation of uterine stump with strangle knots using __0__ Webmax. Modified 3-layer closure: Body wall closed with cruciate sutures using __0__ Webmax; SQ layer closed with simple continuous sutures, continuing into continuous intradermal using _0___ Webmax. Green tattoo etched. Applied tissue adhesive over abdominal incision and tattoo. Rx and/or Post-op recommendations: Recommend follow up with primary veterinarian regarding overall health, baseline bloodwork, and preventative care. Cont. tx of doxycycline Carprofen (100mg): 1.5 tablets PO SID X 4 days. Entering Tech Initials: __cd___ 8/11/2026 Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02121B42A ___ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. SP/TEA 8/8/2026 08/08/26 16:15 Patient is BAR with decreased appetite, did show interest in offered wet food and appears to have nibbled some wet food during the day. No ocular discharge. Mild mucoid nasal discharge. No coughing. No sneezing. Normal respiratory rate with normal effort. PLAN: - continue doxycycline, enrofloxacin - continue to offer wet food - LRS 400mL SC once 8/8/2026 08/08/26 13:20 K9 Disnterested in all treats offered. Due to lack of appetite, gave liquid and injectable meds: Doxycycline 100mg/ml: Gave 4mls PO Once Enrofloxacin 100mg/ml: Gave 2mls SW once. KLB 8/8/2026 08/08/26 15:53 Per SMH gave k9 400ml LRS subq fluids cd/klb 8/7/2026 08/07/26 11:10 K9 has a lack of appetite this morning. Attempted to eat some chicken/rice and wet food offered but spit it out. Due to lack of appetite, gave the following oral suspension medication. --Doxycycline (100mg/mL): 4.0mL administered PO once. AP 8/7/2026 08/07/26 14:53 Patient is BAR/active with decreased appetite. No ocular discharge. Moderate mucoid nasal discharge. No coughing. No sneezing. Normal respiratory rate with normal effort. PLAN: - enrofloxacin: 204mg PO q24h x 7d - continue doxycycline - add wet food to diet - recheck appetite tomorrow 8/6/2026 08/06/26 16:51 Noted during pm vet rounds. Abbreviated exam d/t contagious upper respiratory diseases (ie. CDV) at MCACC. BAR, BCS 7/9. OPHTHO - OU clear, no ocular discharge or blepharospasm. RESP – eupnic; frequent sneezing; bilateral mixed thin mucoid/ serous nasal discharge. A: Ddx. CIRDC (r/o bacterial, viral, fungal). P: 1. Doxycycline (100mg tablet) - 4 tablets PO SID x 14 days. 2. Recheck for CIRDC in 14 days. 3. Move to I bldg. nhilde 7/29/2026 Dog looks in distress. Panting excessively, ears pined, largfe whale eyes with whites, and trembling at front of kennel. Dog did engage when approached. 7/29/2026 07/29/26 14:35 BAR BCS 7/9 MM-pink, CRT<2sec. Panting but not in obvious distress. Ears up and dog is attentive. Has eaten most of the food in the dish. Base on description, I suspect that dog was stressed and the problem is behavioral not medical. 7/27/2026 07/27/26 15:11 M No tattoo or no scar seen with adult mammary and vulvar development, consistent with unaltered female. Confirmed by: _TEA/SP_ Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _SP_. Reapply after three months. Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 859498___ administered SQ, R lateral hip, by _TEA__, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _02121B42A_ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by _TEA_. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _00541530C__ administered IN by _SP_. 7/27/2026 07/27/26 15:25 slightly distended abdomen, broken upper left and right k9 teeth. TEA 7/27/2026 07/27/26 16:59 P is BAR; BCS 6.5/9; good appetite for treats EENT: OU clear with no ocular discharge or blepharospasm. Mild ceruminous debris present AU without erythema or discharge. Nose clean with no nasal discharge noted Dental: Fractured canine teeth 104 and 204; grade 2/4 Cardio/Resp: Heart rate and rhythm normal; no murmurs auscultated. Normal bronchovesicular lung sounds bilaterally; eupneic with no nasal discharge GI: Soft, nonpainful abdomen on palpation; no distention noted Derm: Hair coat clean with no obvious lesions observed Neuro: Normal mentation Musc/Skel: Ambulatory x4 with no ataxia or lameness observed Urogenital: Intact female with no spay scar or tattoo noted A: - Mild bilateral ceruminous otic debris - Fractured canine teeth (104 and 204) P: - Clean ears AU at time of spay sx - Recommend follow-up with family veterinarian for follow up evaluation of fractured canine teeth and routine dental care - Medically okay to PUFA In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Honey Bun Animal ID: A5169032 Breed: FAWN/WHITE AM PIT BULL TER Sex: Spayed Age: 3Y 1M Weight: 71.6 lbs Kennel: West Kennel, Wing I - 285 Intake Date: 7/27/2026 Deadline Date: 9/8/2026