Jack

Jack is an adoptable male Cattle Dog looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East in Mesa, Arizona. He is senior and medium in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 8 days left, listed due to medical. Adopting Jack, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Recommendations FAMILY INTRODUCTION IN HOME TRAINING Memo 8/30/2026 08/30/26 15:53 Geriatric dog has multiple medical issues. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/9/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 9/8/26 but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines Intake 8/28/2026 What is the reason for surrender? SOURCE IS UNABLE TO CARE FOR THIS PET. THE SOURCE IS PHYSICALLY UNABLE TO MAINTAIN THESE PETS. How long have you had your pet? 4 MONTHS Where did you get this animal from? SOURCE WAS TAKING CARE OF A FRIEND'S DOGS. THIS FRIEND IS IN A PERMANENT CARE FACILITY AND CANNOT TAKE CARE OF THIS PET. Is your pet spayed/neutered? SPAYED Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? NO We offer resources such as low-cost veterinary care, trainers, food/medication coupons, and financial assistance. Would you like any resources instead of surrendering? NO Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? NO Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? NO Do you have pictures of injuries/bites? N/A Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite? N/A Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? NEVER PER SOURCE Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? NO How is the animal around children? NO Please describe behavior around children? UNKNOWN Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? SOURCE STATED THEY LIVE ALONE THIS DOG IS GREAT WITH ALL PEOPLE. Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? SOURCE STATED THAT THIS DOG IS GREAT WITH THE OTHER DOG IN THE HOME AS WELL AS WITH OTHER DOGS THEY ENCOUNTER ON WALKS. Cats? NO Dogs? 1 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? NO Is the animal house-trained? YES Is your pet potty trained? YES Familiar with a dog door? NO Crate trained? NO, BUT LIMITED TO THE KITCHEN WHEN SOURCE IS NOT AT HOME. Leash trained? YES Knows commands? SIT Where was this animal kept? BOTH IN AND OUTSIDE Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe? NO Last vaccinations / last vet visit? UNKNOWN How would you describe your pet's energy level? MEDIUM TO LOW PER SOURCE Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? FIREWORKS What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)? SOURCE SAID CHILL OUT AND EAT, VERY FOOD MOTIVATED. Any escapist behavior? NO Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? NO Any Additional details/notes on behavior? 8/28/2026 These dogs came in together: A4670414 A4670415 Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 8/29/2026 Dog was laying down; Ears alert; Calm; Relaxed; Greets handler; Whines with neutral body and tail aligned; **Due current kennel presence and previous notes; Placing dog to intake color green.** 8/28/2026 Friendly, seeking attention and treats. Vaccinated with light restraint. Walked to kennel. 12/27/2021 Came to handler with kennel mate, easy pull. Walked on leash. Affiliative, allowed all petting and handling. No return issues. No dog-to-dog assessment completed. 12/26/2021 Walked into bubble on leash, allowed pets, relaxed body, tail wagging, allowed vaccines with light restraint, walked to kennel on leash Medical Treatments 8/30/2026 08/30/26 15:51 P is BAR, friendly on exam; BCS 6–6.5/9 EENT: Lenticular sclerosis/early cataract formation OU. Small ~0.25 cm multilobulated dermal mass on right dorsal muzzle Dental: Grade 4/4 dental disease with heavy calculus, halitosis, periodontal disease, and missing dentition Cardio/Resp: Grade 3–4/6 heart murmur. Normal bronchovesicular lung sounds bilaterally; eupneic GI: Great appetite; soft stool score 5 in kennel. Abdomen tense/enlarged on palpation with possible organomegaly Derm: Small multilobulated mass on right dorsal muzzle as described above, dried stool noted on left HL Neuro: Normal mentation Musc/Skel: Mild to moderate HL stiffness noted when rising and ambulating. Overgrown nails on both forepaws and left HL Urogenital: Neutered male A: - Heart murmur, grade 3–4/6; r/o: degenerative valvular disease vs cardiomyopathy vs other cardiac disease - Tense/enlarged abdomen with possible organomegaly; r/o hepatomegaly vs splenomegaly vs abdominal mass/neoplasia vs other - Mild HL stiffness; r/o: osteoarthritis vs spondylosis vs other degenerative orthopedic disease - Severe periodontal disease, grade 4/4 - Lenticular sclerosis/early cataracts OU - Small dermal mass right dorsal muzzle; r/o: papilloma vs sebaceous adenoma vs other - Overgrown nails - Overconditioned, BCS 6–6.5/9 P: - Rx: Gabapentin 100 mg – Give 2 capsules PO BID x 14 days - Trim nails if P will tolerate - Dog is not suitable to PUFA or foster at this time. Dog needs transfer to an urgent medical NHO Partner for comprehensive bloodwork, cardiac diagnostics (ie. echo, radiographs), full dental evaluation/cleaning/extractions, etc. and evaluation abdominal ultrasound for enlargement/possible organomegaly. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/9/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 9/8/26, but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines 8/28/2026 08/28/26 13:29 M No testicles palpable/empty scrotum with juvenile reproductive features, consistent with previous alter. LE Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 871404 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by LE , supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120235A administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. LE Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541530B administered IN. LE Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by LE. Reapply after three months. 8/28/2026 Slow to rise and seems to walk a bit stiff in the hind end. Also noted cloudy eyes and a small bump on head between his eyes. VET TECHNICIAN EXAM (Date:) DUE TO VET CHECK REQUEST Attitude: BAR BCS: 5/9 Ocular Discharge / Squinting: None observed at this time Coughing/Sneezing: None observed at this time Nasal Discharge - Mucoid / Serous: None observed at this time Vomiting/Diarrhea: None observed at this time Appetite: Great Other Notes of Concern / Observations: Got up and moving around kennel with no issues observed, OU cloudy, small mass R. side bridge of nose. jp jp 12/27/2021 12/27/21 12:24 Admin rabies vaccine SQ RH lateral hip - 1mL. MB In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Jack Animal ID: A4670415 Breed: BLACK/WHITE AUST CATTLE DOG Sex: Neutered Age: 14Y 8M Weight: 56.0 lbs Kennel: East Kennel, Wing B - 108 Intake Date: 8/28/2026 Deadline Date: 9/8/2026