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Zumba is a 9 year old male dog who came to ACCT Philly on 3/12 when his owner was moving and could not take his three dogs along. Zumba was said to know several commands, is apparently housetrained and has previously lived with children and other dogs. Sadly, Zumba's two former dog companions found placement, and Zumba was adopted briefly, however he was confused in his adoptive home about how to best make friends with the resident rabbit and now Zumba is back here waiting for a true forever home. Zumba will need to go to a home without cats or small animals.
*NEW NOTES* Per Volunteer 4/24/24: Zumba is one handsome gentleman that is such a sweetie! He lived with other dogs and children and is housetrained. Zumba loves to sit for treats and is a great walker. He is such a happy guy and is always wagging his tail..he loves everyone he meets. Zumba likes other dogs and will put a smile on your face the very first time you meet him!
*NEW NOTES* Per volunteer on 4/21/24:
This was my first time meeting Zumba, and he may be the perfect definition of "sweet potato"! We went for a short walk and he was good on the leash just strolling along taking in all the smells, he seemed to enjoy walking on the grass. He showed me he knows sit and he takes treats gently. He enjoyed a good scratchin' all over. We went into the play yard and he really like chompin' on a tennis ball and he would trade the ball for treats. Zumba seems like a really easy going older pup, who just enjoys the simple things in life. I really enjoyed my time with him.
*NEW NOTES* Day Trip Notes 4/20: Zumba is an easy-going, sweet, chunky hippo boy. We went on a 30 minute easy hike and he had a great time sniffing around. He was definitely tired afterwards! Then, we went to Manayunk to get some treats at the bakery. He was super interested in saying hi to people and other dogs. He knew some commands (sit and lay down) and is definitely food motivated and super trainable!
3/17 Got Zumba out for some activity time. In kennel he was laying against the door, but got up when he heard me. He sniffed the leash curiously and gave a couple mid level wags. When I reached in to leash him he dodged a couple times, but wasn't too hard to lasso. When we got to the room he sniffed around and did his business, this guy seems house-trained! Zumba came up to me after pottying and leaned into my legs when I started petting him. He did the cutest little hop-skip around like he was so excited! His favorite spot is butt scratches, and gets so goofy when you scratch just right. We played with toys for a bit but he never fully committed to one. Zumba is all about the treats and pets! He takes treats gently and knows "sit" and "down"! Zumba would be a great lower energy dog for someone who's looking for a senior cuddle buddy to spoil.
3/13 . Zumba was easy to leash. He was lying by the door and came to the front with soft eyes and a wagging tail. He was patient and very easy to leash. No issues exiting or returning. Zumba was calm and friendly outside with us! He was pretty mellow and slow moving and would explore the yard and wag at other dogs as they went by. He was tolerant and loose with all handling and would lean in for pets, but also preferred to explore and wander around.
When Medical staff evaluated Zumba he was found to have Severe dental disease consistent with his age, a small benign mass near his genitals, and an upper respiratory infection. He was treated with doxycycline for his URI and he will likely need a dental cleaning with possible extractions in the future. On 4/4 it was noted that Zumba's URI was not resolved and he was treated with azithromycin.
Videos:
*New Video* Meet Zumba! https://youtu.be/B2a7rRzZYic
*New Video* Zumba on a day trip: https://youtube.com/shorts/4q46U7Jdm_g?feature=share
Zumba getting pets:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRb2bHL5baQ
Zumba relaxes in the grass: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GZOy1qXi5no?feature=share
Zumba in the black tube: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IwVzz-s8YkU?feature=share
Zumba after a walk: https://youtube.com/shorts/rFj_1_hjSNQ?si=vqlgGUX4kvG5N-9g
Zumba and Charlie: https://youtube.com/shorts/r2BeXAu3P5g?si=O_taOgqT7ziJZ_RN
Beauty, Klaus, and Zumba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yk9MK8G0a6U
Zumba chases a tennis ball: https://youtube.com/shorts/u0KNDf0EIGY?feature=share
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/
Due to being significantly overcapacity with dogs and cats and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging a dog or cat.
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
Zumba is a 9 year old male dog who came to ACCT Philly on 3/12 when his owner was moving and could not take his three dogs along. Zumba was said to know several commands, is apparently housetrained and has previously lived with children and other dogs. Sadly, Zumba's two former dog companions found placement, and Zumba was adopted briefly, however he was confused in his adoptive home about how to best make friends with the resident rabbit and now Zumba is back here waiting for a true forever home. Zumba will need to go to a home without cats or small animals.
*NEW NOTES* Per Volunteer 4/24/24: Zumba is one handsome gentleman that is such a sweetie! He lived with other dogs and children and is housetrained. Zumba loves to sit for treats and is a great walker. He is such a happy guy and is always wagging his tail..he loves everyone he meets. Zumba likes other dogs and will put a smile on your face the very first time you meet him!
*NEW NOTES* Per volunteer on 4/21/24:
This was my first time meeting Zumba, and he may be the perfect definition of "sweet potato"! We went for a short walk and he was good on the leash just strolling along taking in all the smells, he seemed to enjoy walking on the grass. He showed me he knows sit and he takes treats gently. He enjoyed a good scratchin' all over. We went into the play yard and he really like chompin' on a tennis ball and he would trade the ball for treats. Zumba seems like a really easy going older pup, who just enjoys the simple things in life. I really enjoyed my time with him.
*NEW NOTES* Day Trip Notes 4/20: Zumba is an easy-going, sweet, chunky hippo boy. We went on a 30 minute easy hike and he had a great time sniffing around. He was definitely tired afterwards! Then, we went to Manayunk to get some treats at the bakery. He was super interested in saying hi to people and other dogs. He knew some commands (sit and lay down) and is definitely food motivated and super trainable!
3/17 Got Zumba out for some activity time. In kennel he was laying against the door, but got up when he heard me. He sniffed the leash curiously and gave a couple mid level wags. When I reached in to leash him he dodged a couple times, but wasn't too hard to lasso. When we got to the room he sniffed around and did his business, this guy seems house-trained! Zumba came up to me after pottying and leaned into my legs when I started petting him. He did the cutest little hop-skip around like he was so excited! His favorite spot is butt scratches, and gets so goofy when you scratch just right. We played with toys for a bit but he never fully committed to one. Zumba is all about the treats and pets! He takes treats gently and knows "sit" and "down"! Zumba would be a great lower energy dog for someone who's looking for a senior cuddle buddy to spoil.
3/13 . Zumba was easy to leash. He was lying by the door and came to the front with soft eyes and a wagging tail. He was patient and very easy to leash. No issues exiting or returning. Zumba was calm and friendly outside with us! He was pretty mellow and slow moving and would explore the yard and wag at other dogs as they went by. He was tolerant and loose with all handling and would lean in for pets, but also preferred to explore and wander around.
When Medical staff evaluated Zumba he was found to have Severe dental disease consistent with his age, a small benign mass near his genitals, and an upper respiratory infection. He was treated with doxycycline for his URI and he will likely need a dental cleaning with possible extractions in the future. On 4/4 it was noted that Zumba's URI was not resolved and he was treated with azithromycin.
Videos:
*New Video* Meet Zumba! https://youtu.be/B2a7rRzZYic
*New Video* Zumba on a day trip: https://youtube.com/shorts/4q46U7Jdm_g?feature=share
Zumba getting pets:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRb2bHL5baQ
Zumba relaxes in the grass: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GZOy1qXi5no?feature=share
Zumba in the black tube: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IwVzz-s8YkU?feature=share
Zumba after a walk: https://youtube.com/shorts/rFj_1_hjSNQ?si=vqlgGUX4kvG5N-9g
Zumba and Charlie: https://youtube.com/shorts/r2BeXAu3P5g?si=O_taOgqT7ziJZ_RN
Beauty, Klaus, and Zumba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yk9MK8G0a6U
Zumba chases a tennis ball: https://youtube.com/shorts/u0KNDf0EIGY?feature=share
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/
Due to being significantly overcapacity with dogs and cats and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging a dog or cat.
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!
