Name Unknown

Name Unknown is an adoptable female Chihuahua looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East in Mesa, Arizona. She is senior and small in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 6 days left, listed due to medical. Adopting Name Unknown, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

Recommendations FAMILY INTRODUCTION GO SLOW Memo 9/29/2026 09/29/26 14:16 Geriatric dog has multiple medical issues. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 10/7/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 10/6/26 but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 9/30/2026 Dog was standing at door; Relaxed with tail wagging; Mild panting; Allows and solicits petting; Attention whines with ears alert; **Due to current kennel presence and previous notes; Placing dog to intake color green.** 9/28/2026 dog allows handling and shows no sign of aggression at this time. 9/28/2026 Carried in from truck, allowed all handling and pets, vaccinated using no restraint, laid in acos lap, carried to kennel. Medical Treatments 9/29/2026 09/29/26 14:13 P is BAR, very friendly on exam; BCS: 5.5/9 EENT: OU with lenticular sclerosis/early cataracts; no ocular discharge or blepharospasm. AU clean with no debris, erythema, or discharge. Nose clean, no nasal discharge noted Dental: Grade 4/4 with severe periodontal disease, heavy calculus, and multiple missing teeth Cardio/Resp: Grade 3/6 left-sided systolic heart murmur auscultated. Normal bronchovesicular sounds bilaterally; eupneic GI: Great appetite; no stool observed in kennel; abdomen moderately distended with possible organomegaly appreciated on palpation Derm: Hair coat clean with no obvious lesions observed Neuro: Normal mentation Musc/Skel: Ambulatory x4 with no ataxia or lameness observed Urogenital: Intact geriatric female A: - Grade 3/6 left-sided heart murmur; r/o: degenerative valvular disease vs other cardiac disease - Abdominal distension/possible organomegaly; r/o hepatosplenomegaly vs splenomegaly vs other - Severe periodontal disease, grade 4/4 - Lenticular sclerosis/early cataracts changes OU P: - Geriatric dog is not suitable to PUFA or foster at this time. No surgery at MCACC. Dog needs transfer to an urgent medical NHO Partner for comprehensive bloodwork, cardiac diagnostics (ie. echo, radiographs), full dental evaluation/cleaning/extractions, abdominal ultrasound and further evaluation of abdominal distension/possible organomegaly. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 10/7/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 10/6/26, but may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines. 9/28/2026 Distended abdomen VET TECHNICIAN EXAM (Date: 09/28/26 15:27) DUE TO VET CHECK REQUEST Attitude: QAR BCS: 5/9 Ocular Discharge / Squinting: None observed at this time Coughing/Sneezing: None observed at this time Nasal Discharge - Mucoid / Serous: None observed at this time Vomiting/Diarrhea: None observed at this time Appetite: Unknown on ramp during observation Other Notes of Concern / Observations: Pet has distended abdomen, missing multiple teeth and heavy tartar holding any remaining in place, thorax and abdomen have several small lumps jp 9/28/2026 Mylar placed by: AM No tattoo or no scar seen with adult mammary and vulvar development, consistent with unaltered female. Verified by: JP Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 02120235A administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. By: AM Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: 00541530B administered IN. By: AM Nobvivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: 871404 administered SQ, R lateral hip, by: AM supervising veterinarian ST Provecta Advanced for dogs 5-10lbs (0.4ml) 1 tube of topical solution applied between shoulder blades by AM. Reapply after one month. In-Kennel Behavior Rounds No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos Bite History No recorded bites Name: Name Unknown Animal ID: A5172324 Breed: BROWN/WHITE CHIHUAHUA SH Sex: Female Age: 10Y 0M Weight: 6.5 lbs Kennel: East Kennel, Wing V - 321 Intake Date: 9/28/2026 Deadline Date: 10/6/2026