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Our sweet Eugene has been in foster care since August 15th - you can read about him below:
Eugene is a laid-back dog for the most part although there are times he gets excited and pulls on the leash (strong for supposedly being a senior dog) or jumps up/on when meeting new people. He gets a little startled when there is a sudden noise or when he sees something new. I do work during the day so he is crate bound, but he is housebroken and does bark if he needs to go outside. When let out of his crate for walks, the first thing he does is roll around to scratch his back on a floor cushion (and for tummy rubs) and he does enjoy rolling around on his back outside on the grass or patio as well. Eugene is estimated to be about 7 years old (just a little gray on his muzzle) but he does not act it and gets around well---just in case, though, I have started him on joint chews to keep him that way---and he was recently neutered so he no longer stops at every bush, lol. Eugene does have a stubborn streak when he does not want to do something and simply refuses to budge when I'd like him to go. For example, when I walk him first thing in the morning to relieve himself, he'd rather head back into the house for his breakfast---it's funny but frustrating, too, since he'll be housebound most of the day (although a family member usually stops by midday for a bathroom break/walk in the park). And he did somehow get out of his halter when in the backyard on one occasion but, luckily, headed back into the house (where he knows he gets fed). The only command he definitely knows is "sit" which he does even when I don't tell him to and "kisses". I have not yet introduced him to my kitties and only a few sniffs with my other foster dog so will update later as to how he adjusts to the menagerie.
Per volunteer 2/25: He was fantastic at the adoption event today. He's not reactive towards dogs if they growl or show their teeth at him. He's a rock star.
Per foster 1/25: Loves eating snow but hates going outside in the rain---takes one look and heads inside again, lol. Eugene walks at a good clip (so I get my cardio) and would probably love a fenced-in yard where he could run fast, or be a good jogging buddy. Full disclosure: he was adopted in the fall by a loving, young couple who took him for lots of walks and spoiled him but, for some reason, he developed a severe case of separation anxiety---the constant barking (day & night) was too much for an apartment situation and he was returned. Since then Eugene seems to have calmed down for the most part---while I do hear him barking sometimes when I am outside, the barking is not very noticeable, as I live in a single home. However, he does constantly bark while I take my other foster, Biggie, out for a walk---guess he misses his buddy.
Videos:
Eugene is a verified ham: https://m.youtube.com/shorts/7Dhp6atdH4k?si=e1xhca9IDAe-rsNg
Eugene loves the attention! https://youtube.com/shorts/SiKTchA6Sd8?si=M5bM9wYAFbvLyRcw
Peep Eugene, he's is ready for adoption! https://youtube.com/shorts/uWCnhmS8YRY?si=ITPvME1tpJV9WCkt
Eugene and Sherman playing: https://youtube.com/shorts/PJdrtf8NJ3I?si=9PW4BZ2wPfHsTlTM
ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details.
If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/
Confirmed placement is considered confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent
All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly's Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313
.
Our sweet Eugene has been in foster care since August 15th - you can read about him below:
Eugene is a laid-back dog for the most part although there are times he gets excited and pulls on the leash (strong for supposedly being a senior dog) or jumps up/on when meeting new people. He gets a little startled when there is a sudden noise or when he sees something new. I do work during the day so he is crate bound, but he is housebroken and does bark if he needs to go outside. When let out of his crate for walks, the first thing he does is roll around to scratch his back on a floor cushion (and for tummy rubs) and he does enjoy rolling around on his back outside on the grass or patio as well. Eugene is estimated to be about 7 years old (just a little gray on his muzzle) but he does not act it and gets around well---just in case, though, I have started him on joint chews to keep him that way---and he was recently neutered so he no longer stops at every bush, lol. Eugene does have a stubborn streak when he does not want to do something and simply refuses to budge when I'd like him to go. For example, when I walk him first thing in the morning to relieve himself, he'd rather head back into the house for his breakfast---it's funny but frustrating, too, since he'll be housebound most of the day (although a family member usually stops by midday for a bathroom break/walk in the park). And he did somehow get out of his halter when in the backyard on one occasion but, luckily, headed back into the house (where he knows he gets fed). The only command he definitely knows is "sit" which he does even when I don't tell him to and "kisses". I have not yet introduced him to my kitties and only a few sniffs with my other foster dog so will update later as to how he adjusts to the menagerie.
Per volunteer 2/25: He was fantastic at the adoption event today. He's not reactive towards dogs if they growl or show their teeth at him. He's a rock star.
Per foster 1/25: Loves eating snow but hates going outside in the rain---takes one look and heads inside again, lol. Eugene walks at a good clip (so I get my cardio) and would probably love a fenced-in yard where he could run fast, or be a good jogging buddy. Full disclosure: he was adopted in the fall by a loving, young couple who took him for lots of walks and spoiled him but, for some reason, he developed a severe case of separation anxiety---the constant barking (day & night) was too much for an apartment situation and he was returned. Since then Eugene seems to have calmed down for the most part---while I do hear him barking sometimes when I am outside, the barking is not very noticeable, as I live in a single home. However, he does constantly bark while I take my other foster, Biggie, out for a walk---guess he misses his buddy.
Videos:
Eugene is a verified ham: https://m.youtube.com/shorts/7Dhp6atdH4k?si=e1xhca9IDAe-rsNg
Eugene loves the attention! https://youtube.com/shorts/SiKTchA6Sd8?si=M5bM9wYAFbvLyRcw
Peep Eugene, he's is ready for adoption! https://youtube.com/shorts/uWCnhmS8YRY?si=ITPvME1tpJV9WCkt
Eugene and Sherman playing: https://youtube.com/shorts/PJdrtf8NJ3I?si=9PW4BZ2wPfHsTlTM
ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details.
If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/
Confirmed placement is considered confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent
All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly's Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313
.
Older adult cats (over 7 years): Pick your own donation towards Stella Fund towards medical care. Includes FAQ handout.
Cats with Kitty Colds: Pick your own donation towards Stella Fund toward medical care. Includes FAQ handout and medication.
"Fraidy" Cats (TTA Program): Donation your own donation towards Kneady Cat Fund towards cat enrichment. Includes FAQ handout.
Puppies (under 6 months): $100
Adult dogs (over 6 months): $25
Pen Pal dogs: $20
Benefactor dogs: $150
The adoption fee includes your new pet’s spay/neuter surgery, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, and an offer for 30 days of free pet health insurance.
Dogs: Microchip included with adoption fee
Cats: Microchip only $10 more!
Cats and kittens can always be adopted two for the price of one through our Adopt-A-Buddy program.
Dog licenses: $16 if you live within Philadelphia city limits
**Please bring photo ID with your current name and address**
Kittens (under 6 months): $100
Adult cats (over 6 months to 7 years): $50
Older adult cats (over 7 years): Pick your own donation towards Stella Fund towards medical care. Includes FAQ handout.
Cats with Kitty Colds: Pick your own donation towards Stella Fund toward medical care. Includes FAQ handout and medication.
"Fraidy" Cats (TTA Program): Donation your own donation towards Kneady Cat Fund towards cat enrichment. Includes FAQ handout.
Puppies (under 6 months): $100
Adult dogs (over 6 months): $25
Pen Pal dogs: $20
Benefactor dogs: $150
The adoption fee includes your new pet’s spay/neuter surgery, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, and an offer for 30 days of free pet health insurance.
Dogs: Microchip included with adoption fee
Cats: Microchip only $10 more!
Cats and kittens can always be adopted two for the price of one through our Adopt-A-Buddy program.
Dog licenses: $16 if you live within Philadelphia city limits
**Please bring photo ID with your current name and address**
INTERESTED IN FOSTERING?
Email: foster@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/foster
Foster care hours:
Monday - Friday: 1pm - 8pm
Weekends: 10am - 5pm
We are located at:
111 W. Hunting Park Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
More about this shelter
The Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) is the region’s largest animal care and control service provider. ACCT Philly is an independent, 501c3 nonprofit organization, contracted by the City of Philadelphia to provide animal control services. Our animal control officers provide service over 142.6 square miles to the city’s more than 1.5 million residents and ACCT Philly’s facility in North Philadelphia handles more than 17,000 of the city’s animals, from dogs and cats, to small animals, reptiles, birds and wildlife, annually.
In addition to animal control and sheltering, ACCT Philly is open 365 days a year for pet adoptions. ACCT Philly also supports a foster care program where community members provide temporary homes for sheltered animals and one of the (if not THE) most extensive rescue partnership program in the country where approved rescue partners accept ACCT Philly animals into their adoption programs. Under contract ACCT Philly’s Animal Control Officers provide animal control services and code enforcement. Other exciting ACCT Philly programs include a food pantry for low-income pet owners, a vibrant volunteer program, trap-neuter-return for community cats, a unique Pen Pal program to assist dogs at risk … and so much more!
The Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) is the region’s largest animal care and control service provider. ACCT Philly is an independent, 501c3 nonprofit organization, contracted by the City of Philadelphia to provide animal control services. Our animal control officers provide service over 142.6 square miles to the city’s more than 1.5 million residents and ACCT Philly’s facility in North Philadelphia handles more than 17,000 of the city’s animals, from dogs and cats, to small animals, reptiles, birds and wildlife, annually.
In addition to animal control and sheltering, ACCT Philly is open 365 days a year for pet adoptions. ACCT Philly also supports a foster care program where community members provide temporary homes for sheltered animals and one of the (if not THE) most extensive rescue partnership program in the country where approved rescue partners accept ACCT Philly animals into their adoption programs. Under contract ACCT Philly’s Animal Control Officers provide animal control services and code enforcement. Other exciting ACCT Philly programs include a food pantry for low-income pet owners, a vibrant volunteer program, trap-neuter-return for community cats, a unique Pen Pal program to assist dogs at risk … and so much more!
