The Abominable Snowman came to ACCT Philly on 12/06/2025 after being found roaming an abandoned lot near 16th and Washington. Despite arriving with some cuts on his face and clearly feeling unsure of his surroundings, he was friendly with the finder and allowed himself to be safely brought in on a rope.
This sweet, gentle boy has been showing us more of his soft personality each day. He presents calmly in his kennel, enjoys treats, and warms up beautifully once he feels comfortable. Outside, he’s enthusiastic and strong on leash, eager to explore the world around him. With people, he’s a sensitive soul who appreciates slow introductions, gentle petting, and the chance to build trust at his own pace. Volunteers describe him as affectionate, wiggly, and full of quiet charm.
He is recovering well from his recent neuter surgery and continues showing us what a truly good dog he is. With patience, kindness, and consistency, The Abominable Snowman will undoubtedly blossom into a loyal and loving companion.
📽️VIDEOS
Hanging out with Abominable Snowman: https://youtu.be/fvyfe6KVCNc
⭐BEHAVIORAL NOTES
Walksheet notes as of 12/13:
12/8- Sweet boy! Pulls hard on the leash. Needs half step to return. Allows handling. Takes treats nicely.
12/9- Really sweet. Pulls a little on leash. Takes treats gently.
12/10- Good walker on leash.
12/12- Good boy. Walked nicely. Took treats gentle.
12/13- Strong- pulls
Per volunteer 12/9:
Meet The Abominable Snowman ❄️💙
(…though between us, he’s pretty sure someone mixed him up with another dog, because he’s definitely more of a house hippo than a monster 😉)
This goofy boy has the sweetest face, the gentlest demeanor, and a personality that’s impossible not to fall in love with. He’s friendly with everyone he meets and is happiest enjoying the simple things in life — a tasty treat, some good snuggles, and a warm spot next to his human.
The Abominable Snowman is pure joy wrapped in a chunky, lovable package. He’s easygoing, affectionate, and truly one of the best boys around.
If you’re looking for a soft soul with a silly name and a giant heart, this “snowman” is ready to melt into your arms. 🐾💙
12/09/2025 per volunteer behavioral eval:
Kennel Presentation: Calm when I first approached the kennel with soft eyes. Took a hot dog nicely through the door. Once he saw the leash, he got more excited with tail wags and wiggly body and tried to push out (he's strong).
Leash Skills: Easy to leash him fairly easily on the second attempt. He pulled hard throughout the kennels and once outside - very strong on leash. He peed as soon as we got outside. Continued to pull hard after relieving himself.
Sociability: Not very social at first, sniffing around eval room without approaching me. Eventually he came over for sniffs and allowed some pets on the head and back. He gave a few lip licks so I stopped, after which he continued soliciting more pets/attention. Took hot dog very gently from an open palm.
Play: N/A - no interest in toys
Dog Interaction: N/A
Return to Kennel: Needed strong leash pressure and a step in to return
Color Level: Blue
Recommendations and considerations: Very strong on leash
Assessment
Microchip Found?
Microchip entered on profile?
Found Chip placed on hold?
Collar placed?
Age- about 4 years old
Urogenital- Male
Altered- intact with two testicles present
Eyes- Clear , red most likely due to stress
Ears- slightly dirty
Nose- clear moist
Coat/Skin- healthy coat and Skin- hydrated , no fleas or flea dirt
Teeth- mostly white - gaps . all present
Gums- Pink moist
Musculoskeletal- WNL - No injuries . no lameness
Behavior- BAR - friendly able to be handled .
Sx Procedure: Patient placed in dorsal recumbency. Scrotal area was clipped and prepped. Surgical site draped in sterile fashion. About 2 cm ventral midline skin incision created on the dependent scrotum. One testicle was exteriorized through the incision site. The cord was separated from the fatty tissues. Then the Spermatic cord and the blood vessel was ligated using a monofilament absorbable suture. Same procedure was followed for the other testicle. The Subcutaneous tissue was apposed using a single buried interrupted in a monofilament absorbable suture. Skin apposed using skin glue.
Recovery: Smooth
ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week, from 10am to 6pm, and no appointments are needed! 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/
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.
The Abominable Snowman came to ACCT Philly on 12/06/2025 after being found roaming an abandoned lot near 16th and Washington. Despite arriving with some cuts on his face and clearly feeling unsure of his surroundings, he was friendly with the finder and allowed himself to be safely brought in on a rope.
This sweet, gentle boy has been showing us more of his soft personality each day. He presents calmly in his kennel, enjoys treats, and warms up beautifully once he feels comfortable. Outside, he’s enthusiastic and strong on leash, eager to explore the world around him. With people, he’s a sensitive soul who appreciates slow introductions, gentle petting, and the chance to build trust at his own pace. Volunteers describe him as affectionate, wiggly, and full of quiet charm.
He is recovering well from his recent neuter surgery and continues showing us what a truly good dog he is. With patience, kindness, and consistency, The Abominable Snowman will undoubtedly blossom into a loyal and loving companion.
📽️VIDEOS
Hanging out with Abominable Snowman: https://youtu.be/fvyfe6KVCNc
⭐BEHAVIORAL NOTES
Walksheet notes as of 12/13:
12/8- Sweet boy! Pulls hard on the leash. Needs half step to return. Allows handling. Takes treats nicely.
12/9- Really sweet. Pulls a little on leash. Takes treats gently.
12/10- Good walker on leash.
12/12- Good boy. Walked nicely. Took treats gentle.
12/13- Strong- pulls
Per volunteer 12/9:
Meet The Abominable Snowman ❄️💙
(…though between us, he’s pretty sure someone mixed him up with another dog, because he’s definitely more of a house hippo than a monster 😉)
This goofy boy has the sweetest face, the gentlest demeanor, and a personality that’s impossible not to fall in love with. He’s friendly with everyone he meets and is happiest enjoying the simple things in life — a tasty treat, some good snuggles, and a warm spot next to his human.
The Abominable Snowman is pure joy wrapped in a chunky, lovable package. He’s easygoing, affectionate, and truly one of the best boys around.
If you’re looking for a soft soul with a silly name and a giant heart, this “snowman” is ready to melt into your arms. 🐾💙
12/09/2025 per volunteer behavioral eval:
Kennel Presentation: Calm when I first approached the kennel with soft eyes. Took a hot dog nicely through the door. Once he saw the leash, he got more excited with tail wags and wiggly body and tried to push out (he's strong).
Leash Skills: Easy to leash him fairly easily on the second attempt. He pulled hard throughout the kennels and once outside - very strong on leash. He peed as soon as we got outside. Continued to pull hard after relieving himself.
Sociability: Not very social at first, sniffing around eval room without approaching me. Eventually he came over for sniffs and allowed some pets on the head and back. He gave a few lip licks so I stopped, after which he continued soliciting more pets/attention. Took hot dog very gently from an open palm.
Play: N/A - no interest in toys
Dog Interaction: N/A
Return to Kennel: Needed strong leash pressure and a step in to return
Color Level: Blue
Recommendations and considerations: Very strong on leash
Assessment
Microchip Found?
Microchip entered on profile?
Found Chip placed on hold?
Collar placed?
Age- about 4 years old
Urogenital- Male
Altered- intact with two testicles present
Eyes- Clear , red most likely due to stress
Ears- slightly dirty
Nose- clear moist
Coat/Skin- healthy coat and Skin- hydrated , no fleas or flea dirt
Teeth- mostly white - gaps . all present
Gums- Pink moist
Musculoskeletal- WNL - No injuries . no lameness
Behavior- BAR - friendly able to be handled .
Sx Procedure: Patient placed in dorsal recumbency. Scrotal area was clipped and prepped. Surgical site draped in sterile fashion. About 2 cm ventral midline skin incision created on the dependent scrotum. One testicle was exteriorized through the incision site. The cord was separated from the fatty tissues. Then the Spermatic cord and the blood vessel was ligated using a monofilament absorbable suture. Same procedure was followed for the other testicle. The Subcutaneous tissue was apposed using a single buried interrupted in a monofilament absorbable suture. Skin apposed using skin glue.
Recovery: Smooth
ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week, from 10am to 6pm, and no appointments are needed! 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/
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.
Stop in today! No appointment needed to view animals up for adoption! Details at https://acctphilly.org/how-to-adopt/
For animals located at the shelter, you can stop by between 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 111 W. Hunting Park Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19140
**Please bring photo ID with your current name and address**
If you are interested in a pet who is in foster care, reach out to the foster directly to schedule a meet and greet using contact information listed in the animal’s online bio. If no contact information has not been provided, email foster@acctphilly.org and a staff member will facilitate communication between the foster parent and interested adopter.
Stop in today! No appointment needed to view animals up for adoption! Details at https://acctphilly.org/how-to-adopt/
For animals located at the shelter, you can stop by between 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 111 W. Hunting Park Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19140
**Please bring photo ID with your current name and address**
If you are interested in a pet who is in foster care, reach out to the foster directly to schedule a meet and greet using contact information listed in the animal’s online bio. If no contact information has not been provided, email foster@acctphilly.org and a staff member will facilitate communication between the foster parent and interested adopter.
Go meet their pets
LOOKING TO ADOPT?
Email: adopt@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/adopt
Adoptions hours:
Monday -Sunday: 10am - 6pm
(please arrive by 5:30 pm for adoptions)
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
LOOKING TO ADOPT?
Email: adopt@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/adopt
Adoptions hours:
Monday -Sunday: 10am - 6pm
(please arrive by 5:30 pm for adoptions)
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!
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