Princess Polly

Princess Polly is an adoptable female American Staffordshire Terrier looking for a home at NYC ACC-Manhattan in New York, New York. She is senior and large in size. She is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list and today is the last day, listed due to behavior. Adopting Princess Polly, or even sharing her story, could save a life before it's too late.

This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Princess Polly is at risk due to behavioral reasons. Polly has been observed to be highly fearful while in care and has been observed to balk on leash and needs a sling to be guided to kennel. This behavior is difficult to redirect, and Polly has been observed to escalate to snapping at the leash. During her previous stay, Polly was also observed to be fearful and would balk on leash. With handlers, Polly is receptive to a slow approach and allows petting. Medically, Polly is overweight. Princess Polly arrived at MACC as a stray with no known history. During her previous stay in the care center, Polly was observed to be fearful noted to have a tucked tail and show whale eyes. During her current stay in the care center, Polly has been observed to balk on leash and needs a sling to be guided to kennel. This behavior is difficult to redirect, and Polly has been observed to escalate to snapping at the leash. Due to the detailed behavior, we recommend an experienced adult-only home. Name: Princess Polly Animal ID: 241084 Gender: female Location: Manhattan Animal Care Center Weight: 68 lbs Age: 8 years 11 months 2 weeks