Lance

Lance is an adoptable male American Staffordshire Terrier looking for a home at Los Angeles County - Carson in Gardena, California. He is senior and large in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list and today is the last day, listed due to lack of space. Adopting Lance, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Name: A5801496 Animal ID: A5801496 Location: Carson Breed: STAFFORDSHIRE Color: BLACK Sex: Male Age: 9 years 9 months Weight: 70 lbs Assessment 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: 2026-10-15 UPDATED THE LEGEND: ADULTS ONLY (REC) i DOG SOCIAL SKILLS: NO OTHER DOGS (REC) i ENERGY LEVEL: MEDIUM i TRAINING RECOMMENDATION: IMPULSE CONTROL 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. Lance A5801496 (Intact) was at the front of the kennel with a neutral demeanor upon the runner's arrival. He was easily leashed and exited the kennel on his own. Lance proceeded to lead the way with a strong pull on the leash, stopping on various occasions to mark along the way. Once inside the catch pen, Lance's posture became slightly tense, shifting most of his weight onto his front legs while sniffing the dogs through the fence. As a precaution, a muzzle along with a collar and leash were applied on Lance, requiring firm leash control to keep him still as he paced energetically and occasionally bit the muzzle as though it were a toy. He was then allowed into the yard, where he approached some of the dogs assertively, hovering over their necks and prompting the handlers to redirect him repeatedly. Lance was separated from the group as he began to mount the other dogs, causing them to respond defensively as he continued to ignore the handlers' corrections. Lance was allowed to decompress before being returned to his kennel without incident. Due to his impulsive behavior, Lance could benefit from a home without other dogs to prevent potential conflict.