Rex

Rex is an adoptable male Pointer looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East in Mesa, Arizona. He is a young adult and medium in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 7 days left, listed due to medical. Adopting Rex, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Recommendations FAMILY INTRODUCTION Memo 9/1/2026 09/01/26 17:00 Due to persistent respiratory disease, dog has been moved to urgent medical on the portal. If there is no improvement or outlet identified by COB on 9/8/26, dog will be at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/9/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 8/30/2026 Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, REX: Calm on approach, leashed w/all 4 on floor, allowed all handling, shy at first, settles in to relaxing and engaging w/a little time, somewhat hesitant to step into kennel, stepped in w/handler, easy leash removal 8/25/2026 m&G 8/18/2026 m&g 8/14/2026 Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Loved affection on face inside cone. Appeared friendly with neighbors. All easy in sick yard. 8/8/2026 Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Move out to gen pop, quick leash, calm walk to yard, curious sniff at kennels but not reactive; gentle, came over for pets, let handler clear eyes; explored yard but tended to follow handler; easy return 8/6/2026 Loose/wiggly posture when greeting handler at gate, sniffed and licked handlers hand when presented with soft posture, QAR. Placing Green due to kennel presence and intake notes. 8/4/2026 dog is friendly and allows all handling, walks on leash, no signs of aggression at this time. 8/4/2026 K9 came in on leash, tail wagging, soft body, allowed all handling and pets, vaccinated using mild restraint, calm demeanor, walked to kennel on leash with a loose leash, became stiff when passing reactive k9s, easily redirected, walked into kennel, leash removal by hand. Medical Treatments 9/1/2026 VET TECHNICIAN EXAM (Date: 09/01/26 08:56) DUE TO 21 DAY CIRDC RECHECK Attitude: BAR BCS: 4.5/9 Ocular Discharge / Squinting: None observed at this time Coughing/Sneezing: None observed at this time Nasal Discharge - Mucoid / Serous: Yes, serous Vomiting/Diarrhea:None observed at this time Appetite: Great Other Notes of Concern / Observations: jp 9/1/2026 09/01/26 16:55 21d recheck after CIRDC relapse/starting doxycycline tx P is BAR with good appetite EENT/Resp: P sneezing with thin mucoid nasal discharge; no coughing, eupneic. OU clear, no ocular discharge A: - Persistent CIRDC symptoms P: - Extending Doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID for 7 additional days - Due to persistent respiratory disease, P will be moved to urgent medical on the portal and a 28d recheck exam will be scheduled for 9/9/26 - If no resolution or outlet by COB on 9/8/26, then dog may be at risk for humane euthanasia on 8/18/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. 8/27/2026 08/27/26 16:04 Noted on kennel walkthrough. Patient is QAR with decreased appetite. No ocular discharge. Mild mucoid nasal discharge. Frequent coughing. No sneezing. Normal respiratory rate with normal effort. PLAN: - enrofloxacin: 136mg PO q24h x 5d - continue doxycycline - add wet food to diet 8/25/2026 08/25/26 13:13 BAR Still coughing a little. No visible nasal exudates. Good appetite. Continue doxycycline 250mg po sid x 7 days then recheck. 8/25/2026 During meet & greet in sick yard, K9 had a light cough, didn't walk around, took HV treats (hot d ogs), snezzed multiple times, and had discharge from nostrils. 8/18/2026 08/18/26 15:39 Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120235A administered SQ, R lateral shoulder jp/brye 8/12/2026 08/12/26 12:22 E-collar on, fits well and clean. JS 08/22/26 10:30 E-collar on, fits well and clean. jp 08/23/26 10:36 Removed e-collar. jp 8/11/2026 08/11/26 15:42 Brief exam due to contagious upper respiratory disease in the shelter P is BAR, BCS 4/9 Resp: P sneezing with bilateral serous nasal discharge; no coughing, eupneic Ophtho: OU clear - no epiphora, ocular discharge, or blepharospasm observed GI: good appetite; no stool in kennel A: - CIRDC - r/o: bacterial, viral, fungal P: - Rx: Doxycycline 100mg – Give 2.5 tablets PO SID x 14 days - Recheck for CIRDC in 14 days - Move to C wing for isolation - Medically okay to PUFA 8/11/2026 handler was pulling for transport to EAC, noticed K9 had clear nasal discharge and intermittently sneezing 8/10/2026 Pre-operative Examination, performed by: _aml (midwestern student)___ Pre-op tech: _clm___ T: __101.2__°F HR: _110__bpm RR: _28__brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: NSF Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: ABN, small abrasions on head, neck and dorsum Ears: NSF, moderate debris Eyes: ABN, moderate mucoid discharge in L eye, no redness or discomfort. Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: NSF GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _4_ /9 Dental grade: _3_ /4 Observations during pre-op/procedure: na Treatments: Pyrantel pamoate (50 mg/ml) __5__ ml PO administered once pre-op. Carprofen (50 mg/ml) __2__ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Microchip Implanted SQ, placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Please see Microchip Entry for number. Induction & Prep Tech Initials_clm/jem (midwestern tech)___ 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) __0.5__ ml IM at __0919__ Intubated at __0927__ with ____ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: ___1026_ Anesthesia Tech Initials: _csm (midwestern student)____ Recovery Tech Initials: ___aml (midwestern student)___ Monitoring: Time: __0927__ T__99.5__ °F; HR __110__ bpm; RR __28__ brpm Time: _0942___ T__100.8__ °F; HR __80__ bpm; RR _20___ brpm Time: __0957__ T__100.0__°F; HR __55__ bpm; RR __20__ brpm Time: __1012__ T___98.8_ °F; HR __43__ bpm; RR __20__ brpm End Recovery Time: _1045___ T_98.7___ °F; HR _56___ bpm; RR __16__ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery – Canine Orchiectomy (Neuter), performed by: __aml (midwestern student)____ Pre-scrotal incision made with no. 15 blade. Closed technique, double ligation of spermatic cords with strangle knots using __2/0__ Webmax. 2-layer closure: SQ layer closed with simple continuous sutures, continuing into continuous intradermal using __2/0__ Webmax. Green tattoo etched. Applied tissue adhesive over pre-scrotal incision and tattoo. Rx and/or Post-op recommendations: Recommend follow up with primary veterinarian regarding overall health, baseline bloodwork, and preventative care. Entering Tech Initials: ___clm__ 8/4/2026 Mylar placed by: AM Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120235A administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. By: AM Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541530B administered IN. By: NP Nobvivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 871404 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by: AM supervising veterinarian ST Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by AM. Reapply after three months. In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Rex Animal ID: A5169494 Breed: BRINDLE/BLACK GERM SH POINT Sex: Neutered Age: 2Y 1M Weight: 50.8 lbs Kennel: East Kennel, Wing C - 251 Intake Date: 8/4/2026 Deadline Date: 9/8/2026