Jerboa

Jerboa is an adoptable female Carolina Dog looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East in Mesa, Arizona. She is a young adult and small in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 2 days left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Jerboa, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

Memo 9/16/2026 09/16/26 14:10 Canine is demonstrating withdrawn behavior and minimal response to interaction. Placement with a New Hope Partner is needed by close of business 9/21/26 to allow for observation and support in a more suitable environment. May be at risk for euthanasia 9/22/26 or sooner if warranted. Intake 9/9/2026 09/09/26 13:57 Casselman: A5171341 A5171343 A5171345 A5171346 A5171348 A5171351 A5171353 A5171354 A5171355 A5171356 A5171366 A5171368 A5171369 A5171370 A5171342 A5171338 A5171371 09/10/26 13:09 Per Activity notes, this dog came from a property with multiple dogs that have a history of being at large and attacking/killing neighbor's cats, chickens, ducks, and possibly other livestock. Unknown which specific dogs were at large and involved in incidents. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 9/16/2026 Handler approached kennel front with assistant; Pulled both dogs at same time but separated for evaluation; Assistant handler leashed her dog first and lead handler stepped in and was able to place leash over head with ease; dog remained still and pancaked to ground; head to ground; handler pet gently and was able to carry dog to M&G room; Dog remained in handlers arms; didn't try to jump out of; remained calm as handler carried; once in room handler secured leash and allowed dog to roam; dog went and walked over to corner; sat in corner with soft stare; handler engaged in treat scatter; Dog would walk room but if handler tried to approach dog wouldn't eat treats; remained still and sat back in corner; Handler walked up to dog and dog didn't retreat away; remained sitting; allowed handler to pick up and place in lap; Handler pet dog for few minutes; Dog allowed; remained calm; tail neutral; soft stare; handler was able to pet all over with no issues; placed dog back down and dog just went back to corner; didn't eat anymore treats; handler allowed dog to sit and decompress; When time to go handler walked up again picked up and carried dog back to kennel; set both dogs in kennel ; unleashed by hand; no further issues; dogs greeted each other; licking faces 9/14/2026 **Evaluated with kennel mate, A5171345** Handlers approached kennel front, dogs were loose and wiggly wagging tails and greeted at gate. When assistant handler began leashing attempts dog retreated towards back while kennel mate was able to be leashed. During leashing process of kennel mate dog came forward and took treats form assistant handler as well. Once kennel mate was leash handler was able to step in and place clip leash with slight avoidant. Handler then held leash taut and picked up dog with other hand. Handler was able to carry to M&G. Dogs were avoidant at first but continued to take hotdogs from handlers. Dog paced around glass walls and watched occupied kennels. Handlers tried to lure dog over to take treat from hand but dog would not approach. Handlers allowed dogs 10 minutes for decompression from kennel and then carried back to kennel. Handler was able to pet dog while carrying without issue and removed leash and placed in kennel on return. 9/13/2026 AM Rounds: Canine came to the front of the kennel with a soft, wiggly, body. Handler bent down to front of kennel and canine solicited attention rubbing self on kennel door and licking handlers hand through the door. 9/9/2026 Wagging tail upon approach, did not allow handling. Caught in net, skin crawling 9/9/2026 Requesting full eval due to history. 9/9/2026 K9 FLARED DURING INTAKE, K9 WIDE EYED, K9 TIMID, K9 TAIL TUCKED, K9 QUIET, K9 ORANGE DUE TO BEHAVIOR Name: Jerboa Animal ID: A5171346 Breed: BROWN CAROLINA DOG/MIX Sex: Female Age: 1Y 0M Weight: 14.6 lbs Kennel: East Kennel, Wing S - 196 Intake Date: 9/9/2026 Deadline Date: 9/21/2026