Shiro

Shiro is an adoptable female Siberian Husky looking for a home at Los Angeles County - Downey in Downey, California. She is a young adult and medium in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with just one day left, listed due to lack of space. Adopting Shiro, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

Name: SHIRO Animal ID: A5802476 Location: Downey Breed: SIBERIAN HUSKY Color: WHITE Sex: Female Age: 2 years 0 months Weight: 40 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: 2026-10-08 UPDATED THE LEGEND: ADULTS ONLY (REC) i DOG SOCIAL SKILLS: LARGE DOGS OK i ENERGY LEVEL: MEDIUM i TRAINING RECOMMENDATION: CONTINUED SOCIALIZATION 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.' Shiro ran to the other side of the kennel with a tense body, wide eyes, and a tucked tail. She licked her lips nervously while avoiding the leash with a timid demeanor. She pulled slightly on leash, and was easy to collar when the runner moved slowly. In the catch pen, her body was relaxed, her eyes were soft, and her tail was high with a loose wag. She entered the yard, and exchanged appropriate greetings with the other dogs, and engaged in gentle play. She was wary of the handlers, and kept her distance from them. Shiro is social with the other dogs, has a medium energy level, and prefers a gentle/dainty playstyle.