Nova

Nova is an adoptable female Terrier looking for a home at NYC ACC-Queens in Ridgewood, New York. She is a young adult and small in size. She is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to behavior, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so Nova may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

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 Nova is at risk due to behavior concerns. In the care center, Nova has been intensely fearful, refusing to walk, thrashing on leash, and attempting to bite staff when approached for handling. Nova is reported to have bitten three times by her previous owner, on the feet and ankle. All three bites broke skin, and no medical attention was sought. Nova is reported to be a universal resource guarder who will bark, growl, snap, and bite when she has a valuable item in her possession, or when she is restrained or when her paws are touched. Nova's owners describe her as an otherwise playful and independent dog, who loves car rides and belly rubs when comfortable. Medically, Nova is overweight but apparently healthy. Nova was surrendered to the care center by her previous owners due to her behavior in the home. They describe her as a playful, independent dog who is crate trained and loves car rides and belly rubs, though prefers contact on her own terms. Nova has bitten three times, twice in a single incident when approached while in possession with a toy, and once when her tail was stepped on. The bites broke skin and no medical attention was sought. Nova's previous owners report that she is a universal resource guarder and will bark, growl, and snap when approached with a valuable item, and when restrained or when her paws are touched. At the care center she has been intensely fearful, thrashing on leash on attempting to bite staff when handled. Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment and at the care center, the behavior department recommends Nova be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home, any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home. Name: Nova Animal ID: 268203 Gender: female Location: Queens Animal Care Center Weight: 20.6 lbs Age: 2 years