Remmi

Remmi is an adoptable male German Shepherd 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 4 days left, listed due to medical. Adopting Remmi, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Recommendations FAMILY INTRODUCTION IN HOME TRAINING Memo 9/13/2026 09/13/26 12:42 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 9/22/26, dog will be at risk of humane euthanasia on 9/23/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. Intake 8/10/2026 How long have you had the animal ? ABOUT 1 WEEK What are the cross streets where you found the animal? UNKNOWN, EAST MESA 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 Is animal spayed/neutered? NO Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? Was this animal around any children? UNK Did the animal interact with other animals? Cats? Dogs? Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? UNKNOWN Can the animal walk on a leash? YES Does the animal know any commands? If inside, did you keep the animal in a crate or allowed to roam free? If outside, what kind of fencing do you have, and did it contain the animal? How would you describe the animal’s energy level? HIGH Any escapist behavior? Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? Any Additional details/notes on behavior? Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 9/11/2026 Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Fetch toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Ignored dogs when walking past kennels, Sit, a little shy at first but warmed up very quickly. leaned in for attention and pets. very affectionate. loves a squeaky toy, fetch, chew on, tag of war with me. rolled over for belly rubs. non reactive. Well behaved, great manners. calm, soft. gentle. Patiently beside me as I changed shoes. 9/3/2026 Solicited attentions, Moderate to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Takes treats nicely, Timid, Sit, Remmi took a second to leash but not difficult... some pull towards other dogs.... moderate pull to the yard... very friendly happy boy... loves squeaky toys... enjoys treats.... solicits & enjoys lots of pets & affection... great boy... easily returned.... 8/27/2026 Solicited attentions, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Not interested in treats, High Energy, Sit, REMMI was easy to leash... moderate pull to the yard... played with squeakies... no interest in treats... comes in a lot for pets & affection... very nice dog... easily returned.... 8/19/2026 m&g Easy to pull from kennel and on leash. Did not take treats, did play with toys. Easy to return to kennel. 8/18/2026 Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Not interested in treats, Somewhat Pulls on Leash, Calm, Appeared interested when walking past kennels, Sit 8/14/2026 Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Played with toys, Strong Pull on Leash, Stop and go, Calm, Appeared interested when walking past kennels 8/12/2026 Dog was laying on bed; Greets handler calm; Solicits pets and attention; leans into petting with neutral body and tail wagging; **Due to current kennel presence and previous notes; Placing dog to intake color purple.** 8/10/2026 In lobby, pulling hard on leash toward other dogs. Curious in room, slightly avoidant of people. Muzzle wrap for vaccines. Walked to kennel. Medical Treatments 9/13/2026 09/13/26 12:39 21d recheck after starting doxycycline tx P is BAR with good appetite, formed stool score 3 in kennel EENT/Resp: P coughing with serous nasal discharge, no sneezing; eupneic. OU clear, no ocular discharge A: - Persistent CIRDC symptoms P: - Extending Doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID for 9 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 9/22/26 - If no resolution or outlet by COB on 9/22/26, then dog may be at risk for humane euthanasia on 9/23/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. 9/13/2026 Volunteer noticed dog is skinny and not eating dry food on 9/11/26. 9/12/2026 09/12/26 12:54 Pet did not eat med meatball so administered 3ml Doxycyline(100mg) Suspension PO and 1.4ml Enrofloxacin(100mg/ml) Injectable SQ. jp 9/10/2026 09/10/26 13:47 Noted on kennel walkthrough. Patient is BAR with decreased appetite. No ocular discharge. Moderate mucoid nasal discharge. Frequent deep coughing. No sneezing. Normal respiratory rate with normal effort. PLAN: - enrofloxacin: 136mg PO q24h x 7d - continue doxycycline - add wet food to diet 9/7/2026 09/07/26 16:03 Pet did not eat med meatball so administered 3ml Doxycyline Suspension(100mg/ml) PO. jp 9/6/2026 09/06/26 11:30 14 day recheck after starting doxycycline tx for CIRDC P is BAR with a good appetite, formed stool score 3 in kennel Resp: Observed P sneezing with serous nasal discharge from both nares Eyes are clear OU with no discharge; breathing remains eupneic with no coughing observed A: - Continued ongoing upper-respiratory signs consistent with residual CIRDC P: - Extend Doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID for an additional 7 days - Schedule next recheck at the 21-day mark 8/25/2026 08/25/26 14:27 Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120235A administered SQ, R lateral shoulder jp/js 8/23/2026 Canine was observed to be coughing/sneezing 8/23/2026 08/23/26 13:03 Brief exam due to contagious upper respiratory disease in the shelter P is BAR, BCS 5/9 Resp: P sneezing with bilateral serous nasal discharge; no coughing, eupneic Ophtho: OU clear - no epiphora, ocular discharge, or blepharospasm observed GI: great appetite; no stool in kennel Neuro: Normal mentation A: - CIRDC - r/o: bacterial, viral, fungal P: - Rx: Doxycycline 100mg – Give 3 tablets PO SID x 14 days - Recheck for CIRDC in 14 days - Move to C wing for isolation - Medically okay to PUFA 8/10/2026 08/10/26 16:41 M Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male. 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. In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Remmi Animal ID: A5169789 Breed: BROWN/BLACK GERM SHEPHERD/MIX Sex: Male Age: 2Y 1M Weight: 59.0 lbs Kennel: East Kennel, Wing C - 261 Intake Date: 8/10/2026 Deadline Date: 9/22/2026