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Nieema ACCT-A-161796 is a 6-year-old female who came in as an owner surrender on 4/12, due to homelessness. She's been residing in an office as she hates going back to her kennel, and has shown that she is housetrained and she behaved well when left loose in the office overnight. She's move in ready!
She was described by her owner as being high energy, and while she's not going to be running the Broad Street Run, she would love a home where nice long walks are part of the routine, along with hanging out on the couch and getting to play with toys,
Per staff on 4/19, "Saw a volunteer trying to convince Niemma to go back to her kennel but she was putting on the brakes. Told them she could go to my office, as per volunteers she's very housetrained.
On 4/17, Nieema was diagnosed with a URI. Respiratory PCR test results indicated that she was positive for coronavirus and Canine Adenovirus Type 2 - but negative for pneumovirus.
During a checkup on 4/15, staff noted that Nieema was exhibiting heightened signs of shelter stress and was prescribed trazodone.
Per staff on 4/15, "Nieema got out for some fresh air today! In kennel she hopped up on the door with a wagging tail and soft eyes. She got down once I started opening the door and waited nicely to be leashed before coming out. When we got outside Nieema went potty immediately. I think she's probably house trained! In the yard Nieema went potty some more and then pressed her body against my legs looking for some love. She soaked up some all over pets before I got her to start playing with me. Nieema would chase some tennis balls but never brought one back. She also seemed to like a tug rope, but didn't really play tug. She mouthed it while I held it but never really pulled or tugged back with it. She just happily chomped on it while I swung it around for her! Nieema found a half destroyed stuffed toy that she finished off. I'm sure she'd like paper towel rolls and other destroy-able enrichment and toys! After she got some energy out she came over looking for some pets and attention. Nieema is such a sweet girl! She didn't demand bark at me today, so I must've met all her needs! After about 15 minutes of outside playing time Nieema was ready to go back in, and stood by the gate panting and looking back at me expectantly. She returned to kennel like a perfect gentle-lady!
During an intake exam on 4/13, staff found Nieema to be in good general health and "cheese motivated.
Videos:
Nieema pulling her weight:
https://youtu.be/ZPKjmOaJLSM
Nieema and Angel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SaIahK5hNk
Nieema buries her fry
https://youtube.com/shorts/IyGnmxHu_Ho?si=_FzxOhPfNcPYl1Wi
With her wiggly greeting
https://youtube.com/shorts/mF2JZqZYZ3w?si=gGl1WtZHo8UiHsUS
With her toys
https://youtube.com/shorts/NOraZeR9BBM?si=0CV8sWcm_saceI3V
**$100 in pledges for the rescue that pulls**
Nieema ACCT-A-161796 is a 6-year-old female who came in as an owner surrender on 4/12, due to homelessness. She's been residing in an office as she hates going back to her kennel, and has shown that she is housetrained and she behaved well when left loose in the office overnight. She's move in ready!
She was described by her owner as being high energy, and while she's not going to be running the Broad Street Run, she would love a home where nice long walks are part of the routine, along with hanging out on the couch and getting to play with toys,
Per staff on 4/19, "Saw a volunteer trying to convince Niemma to go back to her kennel but she was putting on the brakes. Told them she could go to my office, as per volunteers she's very housetrained.
On 4/17, Nieema was diagnosed with a URI. Respiratory PCR test results indicated that she was positive for coronavirus and Canine Adenovirus Type 2 - but negative for pneumovirus.
During a checkup on 4/15, staff noted that Nieema was exhibiting heightened signs of shelter stress and was prescribed trazodone.
Per staff on 4/15, "Nieema got out for some fresh air today! In kennel she hopped up on the door with a wagging tail and soft eyes. She got down once I started opening the door and waited nicely to be leashed before coming out. When we got outside Nieema went potty immediately. I think she's probably house trained! In the yard Nieema went potty some more and then pressed her body against my legs looking for some love. She soaked up some all over pets before I got her to start playing with me. Nieema would chase some tennis balls but never brought one back. She also seemed to like a tug rope, but didn't really play tug. She mouthed it while I held it but never really pulled or tugged back with it. She just happily chomped on it while I swung it around for her! Nieema found a half destroyed stuffed toy that she finished off. I'm sure she'd like paper towel rolls and other destroy-able enrichment and toys! After she got some energy out she came over looking for some pets and attention. Nieema is such a sweet girl! She didn't demand bark at me today, so I must've met all her needs! After about 15 minutes of outside playing time Nieema was ready to go back in, and stood by the gate panting and looking back at me expectantly. She returned to kennel like a perfect gentle-lady!
During an intake exam on 4/13, staff found Nieema to be in good general health and "cheese motivated.
Videos:
Nieema pulling her weight:
https://youtu.be/ZPKjmOaJLSM
Nieema and Angel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SaIahK5hNk
Nieema buries her fry
https://youtube.com/shorts/IyGnmxHu_Ho?si=_FzxOhPfNcPYl1Wi
With her wiggly greeting
https://youtube.com/shorts/mF2JZqZYZ3w?si=gGl1WtZHo8UiHsUS
With her toys
https://youtube.com/shorts/NOraZeR9BBM?si=0CV8sWcm_saceI3V
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!
