Napoleon

Napoleon is an adoptable male Mastiff looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East in Mesa, Arizona. He is fully grown and x-large in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 4 days left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Napoleon, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Recommendations FAMILY INTRODUCTION LEASH WORK IN HOME TRAINING Memo 10/20/2026 10/20/26 17:16 This dog is experiencing significant stress and anxiety in the shelter, particularly while kenneled. These behaviors are often a response to the overwhelming sights, sounds, and confinement, along with the lack of choice or control over their environment. Although this dog continues to show appropriate behavior outside of the kennel with positive interactions with staff and volunteers, without intervention, well-being will continue to decline. Immediate placement is needed with an experienced adopter or New Hope Partner who can provide time and space to decompress in a calm, supportive home. Placement needed by close of business 10/25/26. May be at risk of euthanasia 10/26/26 or sooner if warranted. Intake 10/13/2026 How long have you had the animal? 1 HOUR What are the cross streets where you found the animal? BASELINE RD AND 48TH ST Is this animal currently showing any signs of illness, taking any medication, or has the animal been diagnosed with a medical or behavioral condition? SOURCE STATES HAS CHERRY EYE Is animal spayed/neutered? NO Has the animal bitten anyone? If yes, please explain? NO Any near bites (contact but did not break skin)? If yes, please explain? Has the animal shown any signs of aggression toward people or animals? NO Has the animal ever seriously injured or caused the death of another animal? Was this animal around any children? NO Did the animal interact with other animals? YES Cats? Dogs? 4 LARGE FRIENDLY CALM IGNORED THEM Livestock (horses, cows, goats, chickens, etc.)? Other Animals (birds, small mammals, reptiles, etc.)? Resource Guarding: Describe any known guarding of food, toys, people, or space? NO Can the animal walk on a leash? PULLS Does the animal know any commands? NO Where was this animal kept? IN HOUSE FREE ROAM If inside, did you keep the animal in a crate or allowed to roam free? FREE ROAM If outside, what kind of fencing do you have, and did it contain the animal? 6FT BLOCK WALL Any destruction behavior? If yes, please describe? NO How would you describe the animal’s energy level? MEDIUM ENERGY Any escapist behavior? NO Any Door Dashes/Runs away, if so, describe? Any Additional details/notes on behavior? VERY SWEET LOVES AFFECTION AND ATTENTION VERY BIG Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 10/17/2026 Dog was at front of kennel, alarm barking, growl, handler tossed treats and dog softened, ate eagerly, stood at front with neutral body, barked again once, handler hand fed treats, opened door, dog pushed at door, handler draped leash over head, dog shook off and leash fell, handler fed treats, dog stood and watched assistant handler as handler draped leash, exited kennel, strong pull, stopping to urinate. Once in yard dog would explore with neutral body, frequent urine marking. Approached handler with neutral body, still tail above spine level, allowed all petting, then ran over to assistant with bouncy gait, leaning into them for petting. Dog would resumed wandering yard independently, remained neutral throughout eval, approached handler when they used squeaker, solicited further attention from both handlers, then wandered away. Dog would continue to alternate between independently exploring and soliciting attention from handlers periodically, would run up to them with loose, bouncy gait, ate treats gently, allowed all handling. After a few minutes, handler picked up leash, dog had strong pull back to kennel, walked past other dogs with no reaction, stopping to sniff one dog but followed handler away with leash pressure. Followed handler into kennel but then turned and walked out, strong pull, handler lured back into kennel with treats and removed leash by hand. Dog demand barked as handler secured kennel lock, handler left jackpot of treats. 10/16/2026 Handler approached kennel front; Dog was alarm barking; Low growl at front; Handler spoke softly and dog continued to bark; tail stub standing upward alert; Handler gave treats at door and dog ate treats; Handler unlocked door and held leash in opening; Dog came forward allowing easy leashing; Hard pull to exit; would walk with strong pull; stop n go to mark walls on way to yard; Once at yard handler held onto leash and walked dog around; dog would continue to mark and defecate in multiple spots; would lightly dig and defecate in hole; continued to walk yard; Handler pet with end of leash; dog didn't seem bothered; Handler pet by hand for few seconds and dropped leash; dog walked yard urinating and marking more; walked up to assistant handler and solicited pets and attention; allowed all petting and handling; remained neutral and tail up as he walked yard; became more loose with time in yard; continued to mark and checked in with handlers; solicited attention and pets with and without coaxing; treat motivated; took treats gently; leaned into petting; engaged in play with both handlers would gallop around yard with handlers; play bow stance; when time to go handler opened catch pen; verbally called over to dog; dog came over and allowed leash grab walked into catch pen; walked to kennel; strong pull through hallways; stopped to urinate; sniffing walked up to kennel; stopped handler walked in fully; dog followed; handler unleashed by hand with no issues; dog calm neutral bodied and ears alert at door; soft stare 10/13/2026 At first, just sniffing in triage room. Strong pull at leash, did not want to go on scale but would do it for a hot dog. Applied Bravecto, dog quickly turned and gave a growl and snap at handler when topical applied. Put muzzle on for vaccines. Dog had a hard stare and low growled which escalated while vaccinating. Walked to kennel, used clip lead to remove slip leash. Name: Napoleon Animal ID: A5173060 Breed: GRAY/TAN MASTIFF Sex: Male Age: 3Y 0M Weight: 108.0 lbs Kennel: East Kennel, Wing B - 160 Intake Date: 10/13/2026 Deadline Date: 10/25/2026