Goberian puppies and dogs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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**ACCT has a large dog rescue incentive going for dogs over 40lbs tagged by January 28th, and Hermes is eligible! He will have a grant of $750 go to the rescue partner that takes him** Hermes ACCT-A-239605 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to length of stay and lack of space for incoming dogs. Hermes must have confirmed placement with an ADOPTER, FOSTER, or RESCUE PARTNER by SATURDAY, JANUARY 17th by 10:00 am. Should Hermes’ medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change. Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal. Meet Hermes who came to ACCT Philly as a stray. From the very beginning, he showed what a steady, well-mannered boy he is. Remaining calm during intake, allowing staff to leash him easily, and walking nicely alongside his handler. In the shelter, Hermes continues to show off his gentle and easygoing nature. He is consistently easy to leash, walks politely on leash, and takes treats with exceptional gentleness. While he can be aloof and independent, he enjoys respectful interactions and shows sweet flashes of affection; sometimes hopping up briefly for attention before happily bouncing away. He appreciates pets on his own terms and seems especially fond of chest scritches. Hermes has done well with other dogs at the shelter and has demonstrated calm, appropriate social skills. He did have one dog interaction that was not positive, however he recovered quickly from the interaction and had appropriate play afterwards. He greets politely, maintains a soft and loose body, and enjoys relaxed parallel walking without pressure to engage in play, though he has shown playful moments and interest in toys. Overall, Hermes is a boy who would thrive in a home that appreciates a mellow, thoughtful companion who doesn’t demand constant attention but enjoys a meaningful and gentle connection. Hermes is a handsome, sweet boy with good leash manners, polite social skills, and a quiet charming personality that really shines once you spend time with him. If Hermes sounds like the total package then come to the shelter to meet him today! BEHAVIOR NOTES: Walksheet notes: - 12/23 per staff: Super Sweet boy. Not very interested in people, great on leash - 12/24 per staff: Sweet boy, good on leash. Likes having chest scratched - 12/24 per staff: Met Cranberry Frosting, did well. Easy to leash & walk. Tolerant of pets but doesn't ask for them - 12/27 per staff: Lose leash(mostly). Sniff & marking focused - 1/4 per staff: Play bowed w/ other dogs. Loves toys & easy to take from him. Tolerated pets but flinched when I went to pet him overhead -1/5 per staff: Walks nicely on leash. Sniffs around pens. Enjoyed some pets, gentle On 1/5 per volunteer: Hermes is very easy to leash and remove from kennel. He was very easy to take out and seem to be low - medium energy when walking through the parking lot . When we got in the yard he showed his adorable personality playing with toys and soliciting affection. I was able to take the toy easily and continue playing. He is a very handsome and sweet boy On 12/24 per staff: Kennel Presentation: At the kennel door when I approached. Neutral body, tail down, soft eyes with ears forward. Took a treat gently through the bars. Leash Skills: Easy to leash, walked right next to handler through kennels. Would randomly pull mildly when outside. Sociability: Aloof most of the time. I did some consent petting and he just stood there with his head in the other direction. When I sat on the bench he did jump up on me and then bounce away. Takes treats very gently. Play: did not interact with any of the toys. Dog Interaction: Met Frosting and Cranberry. soft and loose body, nice parallel walking not fully interested in play. Return to Kennel: Went right into his kennel without hesitation. Color Level: Exp Gold MEDICAL NOTES: On 1/12 per exam: Hermes 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. Plan: Azithromycin 10 mg/kg PO SID x 10 days per Dr orders On 1/9 PCR test taken & came back negative for pneumovirus. On 1/1 PCR test taken & came back positive for pneumovirus. On 12/28 per exam: Hermes 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. PCR test taken & came back positive for pneumovirus. Placed into ISO. Plan: Doxycycline 100mg 2.5 tablets PO x 14 days On 12/19 per intake exam: Age- 5yo Urogenital- Male Altered- 2 testicles present Eyes- Clear OU Ears- Clean AU Nose- Clear Coat/Skin- Flea dirt no live fleas found administered capstar as precaution Teeth- Worn W/ tartar around the gum line Gums- Pink moist Musculoskeletal- Good WNL Behavior- Allowed all handling muzzled as precaution growled during vaccines VIDEOS: Meet Hermes: https://youtube.com/shorts/BLc9OjqkfKw?feature=share Frosting and Hermes Meet: https://youtu.be/1RsAALMjZyE Hermes and Cranberry Meet: https://youtu.be/1nCHMHcKUCk ISO Playgroup 1/10: Hailey, Hermes: https://youtu.be/fd6kYQdm4As ISO Playgroup 1/10: Hailey, Hermes, Jackson (gate greetings): https://youtu.be/ZFT4HmIN0hI *Bad dog video meet available upon request* 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 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

Iceberg was brought to ACCT Philly on December 28, 2025 after police observed him abandoned on a highway. This young husky was found alone, with no owner information available, and was transported safely to the shelter. Upon intake, Iceberg appeared lethargic and was quickly sent for further medical care to ensure he received the support he needed. Since arriving at the shelter, Iceberg has shown himself to be a gentle and sweet dog who is still adjusting to the kennel environment. He can be nervous and somewhat fearful in his kennel, especially with transitions like doorways, but he warms up quickly once out and about. Outside of the kennel, Iceberg’s friendly personality shines through—he enjoys affection, seeks out gentle pets and butt rubs, and has been described as very easy to handle despite his size. He has shown playful, bouncy energy when meeting other dogs and continues to build confidence with positive experiences and kind handling. 📽️Videos Met pepper jack: loose, bouncy and playful: https://youtube.com/shorts/mFcGz_XmYiQ?si=WlVFfGYXw8KjU38r ⭐Behavioral Notes Per volunteer 1/4: I had iceberg out for the photoshoot on 1/4. Iceberg was very easy to leash and get out of kennel. He is friendly and sweet when out of kennel and in the runs- trying to solicit affection and butt rubs. Despite his size he is very gentle. 01/03/2026 per staff Fearful in kennel, sitting in the back and would not come to the front door but easily leashed when I used the back door of the kennel. He was nervous walking through doorways on the way to the office but warmed up quickly once in the office! Approached staff with loose body, allowed handling for harnessing, and rolled on his back for belly rubs. He got right in the car for his day trip and was much more confident just 5-10 minutes after leaving the kennel! 01/01/2026 per staff Somewhat fearful going in and out of kennel. Exp gold walker 📃Medical Notes 12/30/2025 | 3:13 pm Vet Exam: Vet Exam – Completed Exam Reason General Medical Concern/Other Subjective Found by police on 12/28. Noted to be lethargic on presentation to ACCT. Sent to PASE and hospitalized 12/28-30. Objective Mentation: BAR Body Condition Score (BCS): 4/9 Muscle Condition Score (MCS): 3/3 Hydration: Euhydrated EENT: No ocular/nasal/aural discharge. Normal cervical palpation. Oral: Mild dental calculus, no apparent oral masses or foreign bodies Cardiovascular: No murmur or arrhythmia, MM pink and moist, CRT less than 2 sec Respiratory: Clear lung fields bilaterally, no crackles or wheezes Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x4, no lameness. Brief orthopedic exam performed. Neurologic: Normal mentation. Cranial nerves WNL. No ataxia. Brief neurological exam performed. Integument: Healthy hair coat and skin, no ectoparasites seen Peripheral Lymph Nodes: No peripheral lymphadenopathy Abdomen: Soft, comfortable, no masses or organomegaly palpated Urogenital: Normal external genitalia, no discharge or inflammation. Bilaterally descended testicles. Rectal Exam: Not performed Assessment Diarrhea - r/o primary GI (gastroenteritis, infectious, other) vs secondary GI (systemic disease, endocrine disease, other) Plan Continue fortiflora PO SID Pathway: available 12/28/2025 | 1:17 pm Tech Exam: Triage Exam – Completed Objective Depressed, QAR Eating wet dog food that was offered. Weight 53.6 lbs Body Condition Score 5 - Ideal Temperature 97°F Heart rate 198 bpm Respiratory rate 42 bpm Mm color Bright Red Mm touch Moist Crt 2 Hydration Normal Attitude Depressed Nose/Mouth/Dental Gums bright red Cardiovascular Accelerated HR when sitting. Respiratory Slight. effort noted & accelerated Urogenital Male Musculoskeletal Ambulatory x4, no lameness noted, preferred to lay down Plan Seen by MM IV Catheter placed RFL 18G Chem 17 & lytes ran CBC not able to run, machine isn't working Lepto: negative 12/28/2025 | 12:20 pm Tech Exam – Completed Body Condition Score 5 - Ideal Assessment Microchip Found? No implanted 12/28/25 Microchip entered on profile? No Found Chip placed on hold? No Collar placed? Yes Age- 3yo Urogenital- Male Altered- No Tattoo present Eyes- Clear w/ some red discharge Ears- Clean Nose- Clean Coat/Skin- Flea dirt Teeth- Tartar build up adult teeth Gums- Pink moist Musculoskeletal- WNL Behavior- Allowed all handling showed signs of lethargy very shut down laid laterally on exam room floor sending to back office for further examination 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.