Ziva

Ziva is an adoptable female German Shepherd looking for a home at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West in Phoenix, Arizona. She is a young adult and medium in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 3 days left, listed due to behavior. Adopting Ziva, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

Memo 10/20/2026 10/20/26 17:38 Canine has demonstrated low tolerance for handling and other concerning behaviors during their time in care. Placement with a New Hope Partner is needed by close of business 10/25/26 to facilitate further behavioral evaluation and support. May be at risk for euthanasia 10/26/26 or sooner if warranted. Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers) 10/20/2026 Dog did not eat dry kibble offered during previous day. Will be adding 2 TBS of canned food during PM feeding. 10/16/2026 Closed outside for AM cleaning. Dog was standing near divider, back arched, tail tightly tucked, slowly came forward with verbal coaxing, ignored treats offered by hand, retreated, ate treats tossed nearby. Came forward as handler opened kennel door, low posture, ears pinned, allowed leash placement, dog slowly exited kennel, walked to end of building then froze, pancaked, unable to coax any further, attempted to guide back towards taxi, dog would not follow handler, handler stepped behind dog, dog then walked back and entered taxi without assistance, rode well to yard, sat up and observed surroundings. In yard dog remained distant from handler, tail tucked, scanning surroundings, began exploring, slow movements, ate treats tossed nearby, wouldn't approach with verbal coaxing, tried using treat trail to lure dog closer to handler, would not fully approach, retreated when offered treats by hand. Dog would explore near handler but retreated whenever handler moved. Avoidant as handler walked around yard, opened catch pen then walked away, dog retreated into catch pen to avoid handler, handler picked up leash, dog attempted to hide behind trash can, positioned taxi towards dog, entered without assistance, no reaction when handler pet, attached clip leash, attempted to jump out of taxi on the way back, dog entered kennel and retreated towards divider, head low, ears pinned, eyes wide, tail tucked, used clip leash. 10/15/2026 Closed out for AM cleaning. Dog was at front of kennel; stoic; tail tightly tucked; handler crouched; verbally coaxed; dog moved towards back of kennel; placed face into pocket of divider; tossed treats; dog sniffed treat tossed nearby; ate one treat; opened kennel door; circled in place briefly; nudging divider with snout; handler leaned in for better reach; easily able to lasso leash after a few attempts; behavior taxi was placed right at front of kennel; opened door; dog slowly came forward; entered taxi on own; rode well; air scenting; tail tightly tucked; airplane ears. In yard, dog exited taxi; moved to opposite end of yard; handler sat in chair; dog stood on opposite end; tail tucked; rounded body; ears back; looking at surroundings; tried verbally coaxing; not interested; started to explore along fence; distant from handler; tossed treats; not interested; continued to explore; dog started eating treats; tossed treats in a trail; dog would slowly reach for treats; handler tried extending hand with treat; dog scurried away; would not get close to handler; dog remained distant from handler; continued to explore; tail tucked; rounded body. Handler crouched; tried slowly approaching by tossing treats; dog looked in different directions; handler was able to reach for leash; dog pulled away trying to get away from handler; going under chairs; handler followed along; entered catch pen; circled around taxi; entered taxi; rode well; stood on hind legs; trying to jump out; used light leash pressure to maintain in taxi; dog eventually settled; tolerated slow petting; added clip leash; quickly entered kennel; removed leash with clip leash. 10/14/2026 Requesting full eval due to intake notes. 10/12/2026 k9 woul dnot allow anyone to get close to leash. officer offered food k9 would eat then leave. offcier set up a trap and bated it. took k9 a few tries but eventually se tripped the trap. control pole was used to confine k9 to the truck. 10/12/2026 does not walk on leash, allows all handling and petting, slightly-pinned ears, tense stare, light restraint for vaccines, soft body, pet taxi used for transport Name: Ziva Animal ID: A5172996 Breed: BROWN/BLACK GERM SHEPHERD Sex: Female Age: 1Y 0M Weight: 42.6 lbs Kennel: West Kennel, Wing G - 207 Intake Date: 10/12/2026 Deadline Date: 10/25/2026