Kieran

• Special needs

Special needs: [BLUE]Background: Stray intake on 5/13/26. Dog was seen straying in the neighborhood around the shelter for several days prior to being caught by ACO. First time meeting handler for handling evaluation on 5/14/26.O: Dog was standing at the front of the kennel. Soft face, lowered untucked tail. Avoidant of leash loop. Handler entered the kennel and crouched while speaking. Dog took one step forward and allowed pets as handler placed leash loop over his head. Trailed behind handler out to the yard. Dropped leash in yard. Dog walked away to sniff. Eliminated x2. No interest in tossed toys or balls. After approximately 5 minutes, approached handler for treats, taken gently from hand. Dog tolerated all touch. Tail tucked throughout interaction and backed away when handler stopped for consent check. Maintained soft face throughout. A: Timid and anxious. Energy level difficult to assess as dog appears shutdown. Treat motivated. Unknown if dog knows any commands. Blue for in-shelter handling d/t initial timid approach to handler and avoidance of handling. P: Crew outings. Reassess within one week. Update 5/21/26: Dog has been relaxed with handling from multiple playgroup volunteers and staff as well as Light Blue volunteers. He is beginning to play during playgroup. Make available for adoption. Recommend patient rewards-based approach to basic training (leash walking, basic commands) with structured and slow introduction to new environments/people. May do best in an adult only home or with older dog-savvy older kids as dog is somewhat timid and anxious. [2026-05-21 03:41:00.000]