Name Unknown

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

Recommendations GO SLOW Memo 9/12/2026 09/12/26 17:08 Tail mass. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 09/21/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 09/20/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 9/13/2026 Did not eat day 1, standing at front of kennel with soft body soliciting attention 9/13/2026 Approached front of kennel with verbal coaxing. Allowed petting with a relaxed body. Interested parties should be made aware of all medical notes. Placing dog @ \"Yellow\" intake color. 9/13/2026 Dog did not eat. Day 1. 9/12/2026 Upon approach, sniffed my pants, allowed some handling, walked to kennel on leash, go slow due to possible wound on tail 9/12/2026 walks on leash, allows most handling and petting, light restraint for vaccines, neutral body, stoic, handling sensitivies around mass and rear 9/12/2026 Solicits attention with calm body/demeanor, tolerant of full exam/handling, very easy to handle. Medical Treatments 9/15/2026 Blood on blanket of unknown source. Dog is BAR. 9/14/2026 Drops of blood were observed in kennel. 9/14/2026 09/14/26 10:41 P is BAR, nervous but allowed most handling; BCS 5.5/9 EENT/Resp: OU clear with no ocular discharge or blepharospasm; AU external pinnas clean with no visible debris, erythema, or discharge; eupneic with no nasal discharge GI: Good appetite; formed stool score 3 noted in kennel Derm: Previously noted large ulcerated/necrotic mass along proximal ventral tail has active drainage/discharge and bleeding today. Multiple drops of blood noted throughout kennel floor Neuro: Normal mentation Musc/Skel: Ambulatory x4 with no ataxia or lameness observed A: - Large ulcerated/necrotic proximal ventral tail mass with active drainage and bleeding – ongoing P: - No additional treatment indicated at this time - Continue Gabapentin and Cephalexin as prescribed - Continue to urgently seek outlet from shelter with NHO partner for further surgical/medical care 9/14/2026 09/14/26 14:26 k9 licking/chewing mass. E-collar placed per BD, clean and fits well JNR 9/12/2026 09/12/26 17:08 Targeted exam S/O: Gen - BAR, BCS 5-6/9, solicits attention, gentle and tolerant of all handling, easy to leash and return to kennel EENT - Eyes clear and free of discharge/redness. Nose clean and free of discharge. External ears are free of discharge/redness. Oral - Mild to moderate generalized tartar. H/L/MM - Heart rate and rhythm normal, no murmurs or arrhythmias appreciated. Normal bronchovesicular sounds. Normal respiratory rate and effort. No coughing or sneezing. No stertor, no stridor. Mucous membranes pink and moist with CRT<2s. UROGEN - No testicles palpable. INTEG - Roughly 10x10x10cm ulcerated necrotic mass on proximal ventral tail (near tail base), firmly attached to underlying structures. Limited exam due to patient discomfort. NEURO - Normal mentation. M/S - Normal gait. No muscle atrophy or lameness appreciated. A: - large ulcerated and necrotic mass on proximal ventral tail P: - gabapentin 400mg PO q12h x 14d - cephalexin 1000mg PO q12h x 14d - updated to \"N\" in Chameleon - updated age to 6 years in Chameleon - recommend NHP pursues specialist assessment with veterinary surgeon and/or oncologist to determine best treatment plan - Dog is not suitable to PUFA/foster. Dog needs outlet with NH Partner further surgical/medical care at a veterinary clinic. Urgent medical NHO. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 09/21/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 09/20/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. 9/12/2026 Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 859498, administered SQ, L lateral shoulder, by __BJ_, supervising veterinarian ST. Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02121B50B administered SQ, R lateral shoulder by _BJ__. Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541534B administered IN by _BJ__. Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >88-123llb (1400mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _LR__. Reapply after three months. Testicles palpable with adult reproductive features, consistent with unaltered male. Confirmed by: __BJ__ mylar placed on dog 9/12/2026 Enlarged mass on left rear, raw on ubnderside of mass In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Name Unknown Animal ID: A5171561 Breed: BLACK/BROWN GERM SHEPHERD Sex: Neutered Age: 6Y 0M Weight: 92.0 lbs Kennel: West Kennel, Wing S - 308 Intake Date: 9/12/2026 Deadline Date: 9/20/2026