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Zelda ACCT-A-160772 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space for incoming dogs, and length of stay. Zelda must have confirmed placement with an RESCUE PARTNER, FOSTER or ADOPTER by Wednesday, April 24th at 10 A.M. Should Zelda's medical or behavioral status change, her urgency and timeline for placement may also change.
Meet Zelda, the adventurous pup on a quest for cuddles and treats! Just like her name Zelda from the legendary game series Legend of Zelda, Zelda is a 4-year-old female whose journey began at ACCT on 3/28 as a stray. This is where her quest to find her furever home commenced. She was initially nervous in her new environment, but like a true hero, she remained brave, knowing that this was only the beginning of her adventure. Read more below about the journey she has embarked upon, inspired by the courage and spirit of the legendary princess herself
When Zelda first arrived at ACCT, She did not wanna come in the building as she was very fearful. Staff compromised and got down to her level to have her warm up a little. Once she felt comfortable with her handler, She came in and stayed close to the handler. Since then she had been a little calmer and more relaxed. Zelda is looking for placement where she will be able to decompress out of a shelter environment as well as get the love she needs.
Due to her length of stay, Zelda is eagerly waiting for her Link to swoop in and take her back to her castle (loving home or rescue), where she can be spoiled and loved all day long.
On 4/17 Zelda was on her last day of doxy but her URI signs may be worsening. She was coughing w/ dried mucoid nasal discharge but remained bright, alert and responsive.
4/12 Ran a second PCR test which is currently pending result.
On 4/5 her PCR test came back positive for Coronavirus, Mycoplasma, and Pneumovirus.
On 4/4 Zelda developed an upper respiratory infection and was started on medication.
3/31- Did well for a dog meet with ocean today. Was calm and showed some interest but also disengaged quickly not minding the other dog
On 3/30 during initial intake exam, Zelda was noted to have tartar, staining. She was quiet, alert, responsive, scared, sweet, and friendly.
3/29 staff noted- Zelda was a little nervous in kennel. She was standing by the door when I approached. She looked up with neutral to hard eye contact, a tucked tail, and ears pinned back. She gently climbed up on the door to sniff the leash but quickly got down. I reached in with my leash and she tried to back away from the leash, but ultimately allowed me to leash her over the head without issues. She hopped right out once secured. Pulls Minimally On Leash. Neutral/ Allows all handling. Zelda stayed close to me throughout our eval. She would wander off a few feet, then look back at me and come sit by my feet. After I offered her a few treats, which she didn't take, she put her head on my lap and looked up with soft eyes, soaking in some light head pets. She didn't like being approached suddenly and would flinch away, so go low and slow for this girl. She's really nervous but she allowed all over handling without any issues. A nice slow approach and proper warm up time is all this girl needs. Fearful during play. Zelda would run with me but it seemed like she was running with me assuming I was running from something. She had ears pinned back, tail tucked, and would whip her head around to look behind her as we ran. No interest in toys or treats at this time.
3/28- Was called up front for Zelda. Over walkie staff said hat Zelda was "gator rolling, lunging, snapping and attempting to bite". When I came up front staff was holding the leash of zelda outside the door. Zelda was nervous but completely unreactive. She told me she was able to pet zelda without any reactivity and that she's just scared and didnt want to walk. I asked her if Zelda tried to bite or showed any concerning behaviors and the staff said no, that she did not lunge or snap at all. She just didnt want to walk on the leash and was pancaking. I placed my leash on zelda and removed the other leash. I gave her a little tug and coaxing and she slowly walked without any issues. Was friendly towards another staff member and I allowing all handling and leaning in for pets. Spent 15+ minutes with he and she did not display any concerning behavior
3/29- Went and sat with Zelda earlier. She is more confident and not as shy. She is a bit curious and would look out her kennel door. Allowed all pets!
Videos:
Storm Duster and Zelda https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8reMwWRizg
Zelda and kinsley 1: https://youtube.com/shorts/376coQxORV8?feature=share
Zelda and Kinsley 2: https://youtube.com/shorts/ouZjuqJbnw4?feature=share
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.
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.
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
** $50 in pledges to the rescue that pulls **
Zelda ACCT-A-160772 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to lack of space for incoming dogs, and length of stay. Zelda must have confirmed placement with an RESCUE PARTNER, FOSTER or ADOPTER by Wednesday, April 24th at 10 A.M. Should Zelda's medical or behavioral status change, her urgency and timeline for placement may also change.
Meet Zelda, the adventurous pup on a quest for cuddles and treats! Just like her name Zelda from the legendary game series Legend of Zelda, Zelda is a 4-year-old female whose journey began at ACCT on 3/28 as a stray. This is where her quest to find her furever home commenced. She was initially nervous in her new environment, but like a true hero, she remained brave, knowing that this was only the beginning of her adventure. Read more below about the journey she has embarked upon, inspired by the courage and spirit of the legendary princess herself
When Zelda first arrived at ACCT, She did not wanna come in the building as she was very fearful. Staff compromised and got down to her level to have her warm up a little. Once she felt comfortable with her handler, She came in and stayed close to the handler. Since then she had been a little calmer and more relaxed. Zelda is looking for placement where she will be able to decompress out of a shelter environment as well as get the love she needs.
Due to her length of stay, Zelda is eagerly waiting for her Link to swoop in and take her back to her castle (loving home or rescue), where she can be spoiled and loved all day long.
On 4/17 Zelda was on her last day of doxy but her URI signs may be worsening. She was coughing w/ dried mucoid nasal discharge but remained bright, alert and responsive.
4/12 Ran a second PCR test which is currently pending result.
On 4/5 her PCR test came back positive for Coronavirus, Mycoplasma, and Pneumovirus.
On 4/4 Zelda developed an upper respiratory infection and was started on medication.
3/31- Did well for a dog meet with ocean today. Was calm and showed some interest but also disengaged quickly not minding the other dog
On 3/30 during initial intake exam, Zelda was noted to have tartar, staining. She was quiet, alert, responsive, scared, sweet, and friendly.
3/29 staff noted- Zelda was a little nervous in kennel. She was standing by the door when I approached. She looked up with neutral to hard eye contact, a tucked tail, and ears pinned back. She gently climbed up on the door to sniff the leash but quickly got down. I reached in with my leash and she tried to back away from the leash, but ultimately allowed me to leash her over the head without issues. She hopped right out once secured. Pulls Minimally On Leash. Neutral/ Allows all handling. Zelda stayed close to me throughout our eval. She would wander off a few feet, then look back at me and come sit by my feet. After I offered her a few treats, which she didn't take, she put her head on my lap and looked up with soft eyes, soaking in some light head pets. She didn't like being approached suddenly and would flinch away, so go low and slow for this girl. She's really nervous but she allowed all over handling without any issues. A nice slow approach and proper warm up time is all this girl needs. Fearful during play. Zelda would run with me but it seemed like she was running with me assuming I was running from something. She had ears pinned back, tail tucked, and would whip her head around to look behind her as we ran. No interest in toys or treats at this time.
3/28- Was called up front for Zelda. Over walkie staff said hat Zelda was "gator rolling, lunging, snapping and attempting to bite". When I came up front staff was holding the leash of zelda outside the door. Zelda was nervous but completely unreactive. She told me she was able to pet zelda without any reactivity and that she's just scared and didnt want to walk. I asked her if Zelda tried to bite or showed any concerning behaviors and the staff said no, that she did not lunge or snap at all. She just didnt want to walk on the leash and was pancaking. I placed my leash on zelda and removed the other leash. I gave her a little tug and coaxing and she slowly walked without any issues. Was friendly towards another staff member and I allowing all handling and leaning in for pets. Spent 15+ minutes with he and she did not display any concerning behavior
3/29- Went and sat with Zelda earlier. She is more confident and not as shy. She is a bit curious and would look out her kennel door. Allowed all pets!
Videos:
Storm Duster and Zelda https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8reMwWRizg
Zelda and kinsley 1: https://youtube.com/shorts/376coQxORV8?feature=share
Zelda and Kinsley 2: https://youtube.com/shorts/ouZjuqJbnw4?feature=share
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.
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.
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!
