Harley Little Man

Harley Little Man is an adoptable male Chihuahua looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West in Phoenix, Arizona. He is fully grown and small in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 2 days left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Harley Little Man, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Memo 9/15/2026 09/15/26 14:37 Canine has a history of concerning behavior, including multiple unreported bites, in a previous environment, though limited information is available regarding specific circumstances. Placement with a New Hope Partner is needed by close of business 9/20/26 to allow for full behavioral evaluation, appropriate management, and post-placement support. May be at risk for euthanasia 9/21/26 or sooner if warranted. Intake 9/9/2026 What is the reason for surrender? BEHAVIOR - BITE HISTORY How long have you had your pet? ABOUT 2 YEARS Where did you get this animal from? MCACC - WEST Is your pet spayed/neutered? YES Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? YES We offer resources such as low-cost veterinary care, trainers, food/medication coupons, and financial assistance. Would you like any resources instead of surrendering? Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? YES - UNREPORTED BITES, ALL PEOPLE IN THE HOME Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? Do you have pictures of injuries/bites? NO Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite? NO Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? SOURCE STATES YES - NOTING FOOD AGGRESSION, GROWLING, JUMPING, AIR SNAP - UNPROMPTED BITING ALSO NOTED, SOURCE DESCRIBES SITTING ON THE COUCH PETTING THE DOG AND THE DOG SNAPPING AND GROWLING SEEMINGLY WITHOUT REASON Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? SOURCE STATES NO BUT DESCRIBES THE DOG BITING ANOTHER DOG IN THE HOME How is the animal around children? KEPT CHILDREN SEPARATE BECAUSE OF BEHAVIOR Please describe behavior around children? Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? 4 ADULTS - 3 OTHER DOGS Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? 2 DOGS SIMILAR SIZE AND LARGER Cats? Dogs? GETS ALONG WELL MAJORITY OF THE TIME, ALLOWING SNIFFING AND PLAYING - UNLESS THE MALE DOG IS PRESENT, THEN THIS DOG SHOWS AGGRESSION THROUGH BARKING AND SNAPPING 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? RESOURCE GUARDING OF FOOD NOTED; SEPARATED - ALLOWS FOOD TO BE PLACED, BARKING AND GROWLING NOTED IF ANYONE DISTURBS HIM WHILE EATING, SOURCE NOTES EVEN WALKING THROUGH THE ROOM CAN TRIGGER HIM Is the animal house-trained? YES Is your pet potty trained? YES Familiar with a dog door? NO Crate trained? NO Leash trained? SOURCE STATES THE DOG IS SCARED ON LEASH, EXPLAIN REACTIVITY AND ALLIGATOR ROLLING - MAY NEED A TAXI Knows commands? nothing noted Where was this animal kept? INSIDE - FREE ROAMING Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe? SEPARATION ANXIETY - NOTED TO TEAR UP THE CARPET IN THE ROOM HE WAS IN Last vaccinations / last vet visit? How would you describe your pet's energy level? MELLOW Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? LOUD NOISES , WATER BOTTLES , What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)? PLUSHIE WITH A SQUEAKY Any escapist behavior? YES Any Additional details/notes on behavior? SOURCE SHARES THE DOG NEEDS TRAINING,HE IS A SWEET DOG THAT SEEKS A LOT OF ATTENTION BUT HE CAN BECOME EASILY STARTLED AND SHOW AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIORS Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 9/15/2026 Updating color due to NHO status. 9/13/2026 Dog approached front of kennel gate with a relaxed body. Leashed without issues. Walked with a moderate pull on leash to main PY along side handler. Would not be reactive towards other dogs while walking past kennels. Stayed close to handler while in small PY. Would allow all petting & solicited attention from handler. Appears to know \"SIT\" for treats & would take treats gently. Handler would walk around in PY, dog would follow handler close while weaving through handlers foot steps. Picked up dog without issues & carried back to main building. Placed onto ground & walked through main building & to kennel. Picked up & placed into kennel, removed leash by hand without issues. 9/11/2026 Called by name; dog approached front; soft; low tail wags; offered treats; allowed for easy leashing; jumped down; walked well; soft body; startled by staff; continued walking. In yard, dog approached handler right away; placed front paws on lap; allowed for slow petting; soft face; tail wagging; briefly explored; came back to handler; sat on handler's feet; leaned into handler; allowed for all petting; would briefly explore; frequently checked in with handler; allowing all petting. Picked leash up; walked well back to kennel; would not jump into kennel; handler crouched; allowed for petting; slowly picked up; briefly pulled body back; able to pick up; placed in kennel; allowed for leash removal. 9/10/2026 did not eat kibble staying in kennel corner when aproching some bady shakes 9/9/2026 Easy leashing, carried into Triage. Tense body, avoiding eye contact. Tolerated restraint for vaccines. Carried to kennel and entered with no issue. (Orange due to HIstRev) 6/7/2024 Adoptable based on intake notes and kennel presence. 6/4/2024 carried onto ramp, soft body, allows petting, vaccinated with light restraint, carried to kennel Name: Harley Little Man Animal ID: A4977918 Breed: BROWN/WHITE CHIHUAHUA LH/SCHNAUZER MIN Sex: Neutered Age: 5Y 3M Weight: 20.6 lbs Kennel: West Kennel, Wing X - 528 Intake Date: 9/9/2026 Deadline Date: 9/20/2026