Luke

Luke is an adoptable male Beagle looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East in Mesa, Arizona. He is senior and medium in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 5 days left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Luke, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Memo 10/20/2026 10/20/26 16:59 Canine has engaged in concerning behavior toward other dogs in a previous environment. Recurrence may pose risk in future settings. Placement with a New Hope Partner is required by close of business 10/25/26 to ensure secure management and appropriate behavioral support. May be at risk for euthanasia 10/26/26 or sooner if warranted. Intake 10/15/2026 What is the reason for surrender? SOURCE HAS 4 OTHER DOGS, THIS DOG IS NOT DOG FRIENDLY AND HAS CAUSED INJURY TO 2 OF HER OTHER DOGS. How long have you had your pet? ABOUT 6 MONTHS Where did you get this animal from? TOOK DOG IN AFTER OWNER OF DOG PASSED AWAY Is your pet spayed/neutered? YES NEUTERED 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? NO Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? NO Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? NO Do you have pictures of injuries/bites? NA Did the bite occur within the last 10 days? Date of bite? NA Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? YES, TOWARD OTHER DOGS IN THE HOME Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? YES SERIOUS INJURY TO 2 SMALL DOGS IN THE HOME. SOURCE STATES HE GRABBED AND SHOOK ONE DOG LIKE A RAGDOLL AND DOG HAD TO GO TO VET AND HAD SUTURES PLACED. How is the animal around children? UNKNOWN Please describe behavior around children? UNKNOWN Please list all household members the animal lives with or regularly interacts with, and describe interactions? ADULT ONLY HOUSEHOLD. FRIENDLY WITH ADULTS. Please describe how the animal interacts with other animals? Cats? UNKNOWN, HAS NOT BEEN AROUND CATS Dogs? AGGRESSIVE TO OTHER DOGS IN THE HOME. ALL SMALL DOGS UP TO 25LBS. NO EXPERIENCE WITH HIM AROUND LARGE DOGS. Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? NA Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? NA Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? MAYBE SPACE, SOURCE STATES SHE TRIES TO KEEP HIM SEPERATED FROM OTHER DOGS BUT IF THE OTHER DOGS ARE SEEN IN HIS AREA IT CAN COME OUT OF NOWHERE. ONE INSTANCE DID OCCUR WHEN HER SMALL DOG GAVE A GROWL AND THIS DOG MATCHED ENERGY AND WENT AFTER THE LITTLE DOG. Is the animal house-trained? YES Is your pet potty trained? YES Familiar with a dog door? NO Crate trained? NO Leash trained? YES SEEMS TO WALK WELL FOR SOURCE WHEN OUT ON A LEASH Knows commands? SIT Where was this animal kept? VARIOUS ROOMS IN THE HOME TO KEEP HIM AWAY FROM THE OTHER DOGS. Any history of destruction? If yes, please describe? NO Last vaccinations / last vet visit? SOURCE STATES SHE SENT VET PAPERWORK TO AMY WHEN DISCUSSING INTAKE APPT. How would you describe your pet's energy level? STILL VERY ACTIVE FOR HIS AGE Any known fears (fireworks, car rides, baths)? UNKNOWN What are your pet’s Likes (favorite toy, activity)? DOESN'T SEEM TO CARE FOR TOYS OR ANYTHING IN PARTICULAR Any escapist behavior? NO Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? NO Any Additional details/notes on behavior? HE REALLY WANTS TO BE AROUND PEOPLE AND IS FRIENDLY WITH PEOPLE JUST CANNOT BE AROUND DOGS. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 10/20/2026 Updating color due to NHO status. 10/19/2026 Dog was laying on bed, came forward with neutral body, softly wagging tail as handler opened door, allowed for easy leashing, exited kennel, ignored dogs in passing, loose leash to yard. Stopped to urinate, wandered yard, stopped to defecate, straining for a few minutes. Dog continued to explore yard with neutral body, still tail at spine level, approached handler when called, stood parallel to them and allowed all petting, almond shaped eyes, soft wag, pushing nose into handlers treat bag, demonstrated \"sit,\" slightly grabby with treats, stayed by handler for a few minutes continuing to solicit attention and treats, saw a bird in yard and began trotting toward them, wandered yard for a few more minutes, came back to handler for attention, followed them to catch pen with neutral body, loose leash walk back to kennel, walked in easily and removed leash by hand. 10/18/2026 Updating color to orange, full evaluation per OEC review. 10/15/2026 Nervous, handler has to go slow and allow dog to warm up. Did not initially want petting. Likes hot dogs. Able to vaccinate with light muzzle wrap restraint. Walked to kennel easily, removed leash without issue. Name: Luke Animal ID: A4256212 Breed: TRICOLOR BEAGLE Sex: Neutered Age: 11Y 4M Weight: 51.5 lbs Kennel: East Kennel, Wing S - 202 Intake Date: 10/15/2026 Deadline Date: 10/25/2026