Zeus

Zeus is an adoptable male German Shepherd looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West in Phoenix, Arizona. He is senior and large in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 2 days left, listed due to medical. Adopting Zeus, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Memo 9/1/2026 09/01/26 16:11 Dog has multiple geriatric 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. nhilde Intake 9/3/2026 What is the reason for surrender? CAN NO LONGER CARE FOR PET. How long have you had your pet? 9 YEARS. Where did you get this animal from? PET STORE Is your pet spayed/neutered? NO. 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? MANY YEARS AGO, OWNER WAS TOLD THAT THIS PET WOULD HAVE HIP DYSPLASIA. 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? GROWLS WHEN HIPS ARE TOUCHED. Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? FERAL KITTENS IN BACKYARD WERE KILLED. UNK IF IT WAS THIS DOG OR OTHER DOG. How is the animal around children? PET HAS BEEN AROUND CHILDREN RANGING IN AGE FORM 1-13. Please describe behavior around children? PET IS FRIENDLY, SEEKS ATTENTION AND WANTS TO PLAY WITH CHILDREN. Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? PET IS FRIENDLY AND WANTS TO PLAY. Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? Cats? NO. Dogs? THIS PET HAS LIVED WITH ANOTHER LARGE DOG SINCE VERY YOUNG AND THEY GOT ALONG VERY WELL THEIR WHOLE LIVES. 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? A LITTLE BIT. Is your pet potty trained? NO. Familiar with a dog door? NO. Crate trained? NO. Leash trained? VERY WELL. Knows commands? KNOWS SIT, STAY AND STOP. KNOWS HIS NAME. Where was this animal kept? MOSTLY OUTSIDE LAST SEVERAL YEARS. Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe? CHEWS WIRES. HAS CHEWED DOOR FRAMES. DIGS HOLES. Last vaccinations / last vet visit? UNK. How would you describe your pet's energy level? HIGH. Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? FIREWORKS, SHOVELS, BROOMS, SIRENS What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)? SQUEEKY TOYS, RUNNING AROUND AND PLAYING. Any escapist behavior? RECENTLY DASHED OUT A DOOR. Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? RECENTLY DASHED OUT A DOOR Any Additional details/notes on behavior? OWNER STATED PET IS VERY LOYAL. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 9/2/2026 Slowly lifted head on approach to kennel. Looked up with soft eyes, allowing handler to pet on head without issues. Placing dog @ intake color \"GREEN\". Interested parties should be made aware of all medical notes. 9/1/2026 k9 appeared nervous after the red male was placed on the truck. k9 allowed leashing after a min. and walked to the truck well. once at teh truck k9 was muzzle wrapped and an attemot o load was made k9 growled when officer attempted to load. I asked the finders if one of them woul dbe able to help me load him. I was able to get a good muzzle wrap and with the help of the finder was able to load with no issues. chip found. 9/1/2026 walks on leash, allows all handling and petting, takes treats gently, light restraint for vaccines , soft body Medical Treatments 9/1/2026 Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 859498 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by __ADR_, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02121B49B administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by _ADR__. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541530C administered IN by _ADR__. Male: Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male. Confirmed by: __ADR__ Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _ADR__. Reapply after three months. Microchip confirmed on ramp. Mylar placed on dog. 9/1/2026 09/01/26 15:49 BAR, BCS 4/9 HR 80 bpm, RR pant MM/CRT pink/ moist/ crt < 2 sec DENTAL: grade (2+/4) OPHTHO: OU lenticular sclerosis AURAL: AU mild debris CARDIO: grade 3/6 L-sided heart murmur; grade 2/6 R-sided heart murmur RESP: NSF – eupnic; no nasal discharge; normal bronchovesicular lung sounds ausculted in bilateral lung fields GI: NSF - soft, nonpainful abdomen DERM: NSF MUSC/ SKEL: very slow and appears painful to rise; moderate - severe bilateral hindlimb lameness (LH >RH) w/ \"dropped hocks\" NEURO: NSF - normal mentation UROGENITAL: intact male, 2 descended testicles L/N: N/E A: Moderate dental tartar/ disease; OU lenticular sclerosis - ddx. age-related change; bilateral heart murmurs - ddx. valvular dysplasia, CHF, etc; hindlimb lameness w/ \"dropped hocks\" - ddx. hip dysplasia, osteoarthritis, caudal neuropathy, neoplasia, etc. P: 1. Carprofen (100mg tablet) - 1 tablet PO SID x 5 days. 2. Gabapentin (100mg capsule) - 1 capsule PO BID x 10 days. 3. Dog is not suitable to PUFA/ foster. Dog needs outlet w/ NH Partner for full, geriatric workup, including comprehensive bloodwork, cardiac diagnostics (ie. echo, chest radiographs), hindlimb radiographs, etc. 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. nhilde In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Zeus Animal ID: A3954296 Breed: BLACK/TAN GERM SHEPHERD Sex: Male Age: 9Y 7M Weight: 81.0 lbs Kennel: West Kennel, Wing S - 308 Intake Date: 9/1/2026 Deadline Date: 9/8/2026