Zeus

Zeus is an adoptable male Bullmastiff looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West in Phoenix, Arizona. He is fully grown and medium in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with just one day left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Zeus, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Requirements ONLY DOG OLDER CHILDREN 12+ Memo 10/13/2026 10/13/26 14:29 Canine has a history of concerning behavior toward other animals in a previous environment also resulting in a human bite. Placement with a New Hope Partner is required by close of business 10/18/26 to provide secure management, behavioral evaluation, and any needed support. May be at risk for euthanasia 10/19/26 or sooner if warranted. Intake 10/7/2026 What is the reason for surrender? SOURCE WAS WATCHING THE DOG FOR SOMEONE 2 YEARS AGO AND THEY NEVER SHOWED BACK UP TO PICK UP THEIR DOGS, A5172813 DOES NOT GET ALONG WITH THEIR DOG. WANTS THE DOGS TO GO TO A BETTER HOME How long have you had your pet? 2 YEARS Where did you get this animal from? FRIEND Is your pet spayed/neutered? NO Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? NONE We offer resources such as low-cost veterinary care, trainers, food/medication coupons, and financial assistance. Would you like any resources instead of surrendering? N/A Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? YES, THIS DOG BIT SOURCE WHEN THEY WERE BREAKING UP A DOG FIGHT. DOG REDIRECTED AND BIT SOURCE ON THE ARM ONCE. SOURCE STATED THEIR WAS ONLY ONE PUNCTURE AND THEY TREATED IT AT HOME. Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? NONE Do you have pictures of injuries/bites? NO Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite? NO Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? YES, THIS DOG HAS GOTTEN INTO DOG FIGHTS WITH SOURCE'S OTHER LARGE DOG. SOURCE STATED THIS DOG HAS SHOWN NO AGGRESSION TOWARDS PEOPLE. Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? NO How is the animal around children? NO Please describe behavior around children? N/A Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? 1 MEMBER IN HOUSEHOLD. DOGS ARE FRIENDLY AND PLAYFUL WITH THE 1 MEMBER IN HOUSEHOLD. Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? Cats? NO Dogs? YES, DOG IS FRIENDLY WITH THE DOG THAT THIS DOG WAS SURRENDERED WITH. DOG IS REACTIVE TOWARDS OTHER DOGS. SOURCE STATES THE DOG WILL BE DOMINANT Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? NO Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? NO Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? YES, DOG GROWLS AND IS TENSE WITH TOYS WHEN OTHER DOGS ARE AROUND. Is the animal house-trained? YES Is your pet potty trained? YES Familiar with a dog door? NO Crate trained? SOURCE STATED THE PERSON THEY GOT THE DOGS FROM STATED THIS DOG WAS CRATE TRAINED, BUT SOURCE HAS NOT CRATED THEM Leash trained? YES Knows commands? SIT, STAY, AND PAW Where was this animal kept? INSIDE AND OUTSIDE Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe? NO Last vaccinations / last vet visit? N/A How would you describe your pet's energy level? HIGH ENERGY Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? FIREWORKS What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)? DOG TOYS, CAR RIDES, WALKS Any escapist behavior? NONE Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? NONE Any Additional details/notes on behavior? SOURCE STATES THIS DOG SHOULD GO TO A FAMILY WHERE HE IS THE ONLY DOG. DOG SEEKS ATTENTION AND LIKES TO BE PET. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 10/13/2026 updating level to NHO status 10/9/2026 Closed out for AM cleaning. Alarm barking; settled with treats; soft; tail wagging; took treats gently; placed front paws on kennel door; lured down with treats; allowed for easy leashing; exited; walked well; became tense walking past reactive dogs; tail flagged; stopped to sniff a reactive dog; continued walking with light leash guidance. In yard, dog explored; urinated; defecated; approached handler; allowed for petting; skin crawled on initial pet; leaned in; stopped petting; went back to exploring; would approach handler; jump up at times; tossed treats; dog went after treats; demonstrated sit; tossed treats up; dog would jump up to catch; continued exploring; occasionally checked in with handler. Walked well back to kennel; tense; hackles raised walking past kennels; entered kennel; allowed for easy leash removal. 10/7/2026 stiff body for leashing, in room not seeking attention, growl/lip licking, muzzle wrap fro vaccines, walked to kennel Name: Zeus Animal ID: A5172813 Breed: GRAY/WHITE AM PIT BULL TER Sex: Male Age: 4Y 0M Weight: 54.2 lbs Kennel: West Kennel, Wing D - 119 Intake Date: 10/7/2026 Deadline Date: 10/18/2026