Gramps

Gramps is an adoptable male Irish Terrier looking for a home at NYC ACC-Manhattan in New York, New York. He is senior and small in size. He is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to behavior, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so Gramps may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Gramps is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Gramps is noted to have significant kennel related defensive behavior and handling sensitivity. He has been reported lunging, snapping, growling, and hard barking when handlers approach or attempt to leash him, including teeth baring and snapping at the leash. His behavior has improved with slow, low pressure interactions, and he can be social with familiar handlers once outside of kennel. Medically, Gramps has CIRDC, Cataracts, Collapsing Trachea, Dental Disease, and a Heart Murmur. Gramps arrived at MACC as a stray with no known history. While in care, Gramps has been observed to be highly fearful. Noted to hard bark, growl, bare teeth, and snap when handlers interact with him. Over time Gramps has allowed limited handling but has continued to growl while being leashed. Due to the detailed behavior, we recommend an experienced adult only home. Name: Gramps Animal ID: 264079 Gender: male Color: tan Location: Manhattan Animal Care Center Weight: 11.4 lbs Age: 12 years 3 weeks