Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Boo Boo was surrendered to the shelter alongside another dog, when their owner was forced to move and could not secure housing that allowed pets. Described as a sweet girl, Boo Boo was dearly loved but sadly couldn’t remain with the family due to housing instability.
In her time at the shelter, Boo Boo has shown that she is a gentle and loving soul who enjoys the quiet moments in life. She walks nicely on a leash—slow and steady, a perfect partner for someone who appreciates a peaceful stroll. Volunteers describe her as calm, affectionate, and incredibly tolerant during handling. She responds well to gentle affection, sits politely for treats, and has become a favorite among those who’ve spent time with her.
Boo Boo would thrive in a calm home. She is crate-trained, reportedly housebroken, and used to living indoors with both adults and children. Her ideal day includes leisurely walks, tasty treats (frozen blueberries are a favorite), and cozy cuddle time with someone who will love her as deeply as she’ll love them.
Behavioral Notes
Per volunteer 6/30:
Boo Boo was asleep when I approached her kennel. She slowly got up as I unlocked the door and stepped forward. Boo Boo calmly exited the kennel and shelter. Her walking pace was slow to moderate with no pulling. Boo Boo sat next to me while I was on the curb calmly watching the traffic and people while I stroked her back and head. Boo Boo sat very still and calm and was not vocal. When I got up to head back, she did the same and we walked calmly back to the shelter. Boo Boo sat on command for treats & took them nicely. She was so calm throughout handling. Boo Boo walked through the kennels quietly and calmly. What a pleasure!
Volunteer 6/26/25: Boo boo is a gentle soul who just enjoys the simple things in life. She walks very well but slow on the leash. So if you’re the type of person who is always fast on the move, she would be great to have as a reminder to slow down and enjoy the time outdoors. She really enjoyed some pepperoni and being outside. She was not a fan of having to go back into her kennel. She sat firm on the ground and wouldn’t move lol. One of the staff members picked her up to put her back in the kennel. She was super tolerate of being handled and picked up (even though I felt bad putting her back in the kennel). She deserves a life outside of this shelter.
06/27/2025
In a previous home, this animal lived harmoniously with children.
Medical Notes
06/27/2025
This dog has been observed to have shelter acquired upper respiratory infection (URI), or a "doggy cold". They have been started on medication, and will be monitored for resolution of the respiratory infection. They will need a veterinarian to examine them before they receive surgery, if they are not already altered.
Plan: 3 tabs doxy SID for 14 days
06/25/2025
Microchip Found? Y/N: no placed here
Eyes - red eyes
Ears - dirt/ waxy
Nose - clean/ moist
Mouth/Teeth/Gums -pink and moist slight yellow discoloration on all teeth
Coat & Skin - clean coat no fleas
Urogenital - intact female - no tattoo present
Gait/Mobility - no lameness
Attitude: BAR
Overall Assessment:
06/26/2025
Canine Ovariohysterectomy – Completed
Surgeon: Dr. Libby Martin
Recovery: Smooth
Post-op care: Carprofen and Buprenorphine administered. Tattoo applied to indicate sterilization.
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.
