Fatts

Fatts is an adoptable female Australian Shepherd looking for a home at Los Angeles County - Carson in Gardena, California. She is a young adult and medium in size. She is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to lack of space, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so Fatts may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

Name: FATTS Animal ID: A5800561 Location: Carson Breed: AUST SHEPHERD Color: BLACK Sex: Female Age: 0 years 9 months Weight: null lbs BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT DISCLAIMER This assessment reflects the animal's most currently observed behavior and available history at the time of evaluation. This assessment should be considered a snapshot in time that will require updating as new information or behaviors emerge. It should not be relied upon to predict future behavior or as a statement of overall temperament. For additional information about an animal's behavior, please contact the animal care center. EVALUATION DATE: 2026-09-21 UPDATED THE LEGEND: ADULTS ONLY (REC) i DOG SOCIAL SKILLS: CALM DOGS (REC) i ENERGY LEVEL: LOW i TRAINING RECOMMENDATION: B-MOD MULTI i EVALUATION COMMENTS: 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. Fatts A5800561 (Intact) was at the rear of the kennel with a timid demeanor, unwilling to approach when the runner arrived. The runner was required to fully step into the kennel in order to leash Fatts; however, she refused to exit on her own. She began to pull back on the leash as the runner attempted to slowly guide her out of the kennel. Once outside, Fatts became overwhelmed in the kennel environment, so she was transported to the catch pen in a roll cart. She received a collar and leash without issue inside the catch pen. After entering the yard, she isolated herself from the other dogs, appearing fully shut down in a corner of the yard. She allowed herself to be petted by the handler, maintaining a timid demeanor during the interactions. For the rest of the session, Fatts remained in the same area, showing no interest in the other dogs, though tolerating them when they approached to sniff her. Once the session concluded, Fatts was taken back to her kennel in a roll cart, as she continued refusing to walk on leash. Due to her nervous nature and lack of leash training, Fatts could benefit from confidence-building training.