Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Aegon (ACCT-A-253874) is a striking Cane Corso mix looking for a rescue or experienced adopter who understands that trust takes time. While the shelter environment has been overwhelming for him, Aegon has shown that once he feels safe, he is capable of accepting gentle handling, taking treats politely, and even seeking out a little affection. He isn’t the type of dog who will immediately greet every stranger with a wagging tail—instead, he’s looking for someone willing to let him settle in at his own pace and build a relationship based on patience and respect.
According to his previous owner, Aegon was raised in a loving home, is fully housebroken, crate trained, and has a medium energy level. He enjoys rope toys, crinkly stuffed animals, sturdy bones (no rawhide), and spending time with his people. He previously lived successfully with a cat that he tried to play with, and his owner described him as affectionate at home. They noted that he tends to position himself between his person and unfamiliar people, and that while he generally improves with time, introductions to new people should always be slow and carefully managed.
The shelter has found that Aegon is understandably stressed by the busy kennel environment. He can initially appear tense, growl, avoid eye contact, or hesitate to leave his kennel, especially with unfamiliar handlers or in noisy areas. Food, particularly cheese, has helped him build confidence, and once outside he has tolerated handling, accepted vaccinations, and even leaned into handlers for brief moments of affection. Because of his size and strength, staff have used multiple leashes during outings as an added safety precaution while he gains confidence.
Aegon would do best with an experienced adult adopter who is comfortable managing a large guardian breed and committed to continuing positive reinforcement training and slow introductions to new people. He has been reported to be uncomfortable with other dogs and should not be expected to socialize with them. Due to his behavioral history, he is not eligible for placement in a home with children. While he previously lived peacefully with a cat, any introductions to resident pets should be done thoughtfully and gradually.
If you’re looking for a loyal companion and are willing to earn his trust, Aegon may be the devoted best friend you’ve been searching for. With time, consistency, and an understanding home, he has the potential to leave the stress of the shelter behind and show the affectionate dog his previous family came to know and love.
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 a 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
