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MESA ARIZONA
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04/10/2026

Better Chance Rescue Alumni 🛟 🐾 then vs NOW Badger out enjoying life in his home!His new name is Dobby
04/10/2026

Better Chance Rescue Alumni 🛟 🐾

then vs NOW
Badger out enjoying life in his home!

His new name is Dobby

03/06/2026

ADOPTED
CLEMENTINE
WHITE/BROWN AUST CATTLE DOG/AM PIT BULL TER
PRIORITY: Medical
Deadline Date 3/12/2026

Weight 63.4
Age 5Y 0M
S*x Spayed Female
East Kennel, Wing A - 080

https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/priority/Details/OTI4-OTU0-ODBB

Intake Date 3/4/2026
Legal Hold Ended: 03/07/26 4:03:00 PM

Found near Broadway Rd And Ellsworth Rd

Requirements
No requirements

Recommendations
FAMILY INTRODUCTION

Memo

03/05/26 13:52 Multiple dermatologic concerns. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 3/13/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 3/12/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines.

Intake Notes
3/4/2026

How long have you had the animal?
4 HOURS. FINDER SAID DOG APPROCHED THEM VERY FRIENDLY, PLAYFUL, AND LOVING. FINDER WAS CONCERNED AND WANTED TO FIND OWNER, SO THEY TOOK HER TO A VET CLINIC TO BE SCANNED. FINDER STATED THAT THIS PUP LOVES THE CAR
Has the animal been around other animals? What kind of animals? How would you describe the interaction with other animals?
FINDER DOES NOT KNOW. IN THE LOBBY WE OBSERVED THE DOG, AND IT DID NOT REACT TO ANY OTHER DOGS, REMAINING CALM AND FRIENDLY.
Was the animal around any other people or children? If yes, how would you describe the animals behavior towards other people/children?
UNKNOWN, BUT WITH FINDER THE DOG WAS VERY PLAYFUL AND FRIENDLY.
Has the animal shown any aggression around other people? Might want to include a few examples of what aggression looks like. Barking, growling, lunging, etc.? If yes, what were the circumstances?
NONE
Did you keep the animal inside or outside?
N/A
If outside, what kind of fencing do you have and did it contain the animal?
N/A
Did the animal show any aggression, like **growling, curling their lips, lunging** around food, toys, or bones?
NONE, FINDER STATED THAT THEY HAND FED CHICKEN TO THE PUP AND IT WAS VERY GENTLE.
Has the animal shown any signs of illness?
FINDER HAD CONCERNS ABOUT THE DOG'S PAWS AND LIMBS HAD SOME SWELLING AND REDNESS, SO THEY TOOK IT TO A VET WHO PRESCRIBED ANTIBIOTIC MEDS.
Does the animal walk on a leash?
YES, VERY WELL PER FINDER.

Evaluation Comments (Observations from our staff and volunteers)

3/8/2026
Solicited attentions, Playful, Easy to pull from kennel, Easy to return to kennel, Not interested in toys, Takes treats nicely, Easy/Loose Leash, Calm, Sit, CLEMENTINE: Very affectionate with handler in play yard, gently climbed in lap, took treats gently. Walks right alongside handler, checks in often. Met another dog through yard fence and did parallel walk off property; exhibited soft/wiggly body. Allowed all petting. Very sweet!

3/5/2026
Laying down on bed on approach, loose/wiggly postured greeting at gate, QAR, affiliative. Placing Green due to kennel presence and intake notes **Patient is adoptable as long as adopter is aware of the medical needs stated in the record

3/4/2026
(disregard)

3/4/2026
Loose and wiggly on kennel approach. Allowed easy leash placement. Walked with loose leash. Affiliative with all handlers in intake room, leaned into petting, no restraint needed for vaccines. Walked to kennel without issue (constant head shaking, vet check was put in).

Medical Treatments

03/11/26 10:31 Pet NIK for am tx's, transported today to West for sx. jp

3/11/2026
Sedated exam by: __jr__ Pre-op tech: __sw__ T: _100.7_°F HR: _100_bpm RR: _30_brpm General Appearance: BAR Respiratory: NSF Cardio: NSF Repro/Urogenital: NSF Derm: NSF Ears: ABn; chronic otitis, scarring of pinnas Eyes: NSF Nervous: NSF M/S: NSF Dental: NSF GI: NSF L/N: NSF BCS: _6_/9 Dental grade: _2_/4 Observations during pre-op/procedure: in estrus, blood on E.T. tube at extubation Treatments: Carprofen (50 mg/ml) __2.2__ ml SQ administered once pre-op. Implanted microchip SQ, # ___985141009693097__. Placement confirmed via microchip scanner. Induction & Prep Tech Initials: __dd/cd__ Anesthesia: Induced with TTDex (5 ml cake 100 mg/ml Telazol to 2.5 ml 10 mg/ml Butorphanol + 2.5 ml 0.50 mg/ml Dexmedetomidine) __0.6__ ml IM at __1040__ Intubated at __1054__ with __11__ -size ET tube Maintained on Isoflurane and Oxygen. Anesthesia End Time: __1112__ Anesthesia Tech Initials: ___dnd__ Recovery Tech Initials: ___kt___ Monitoring: Time: __1054__ T__98.7__ °F; HR __110__ bpm; RR __12__ brpm Time: __1119__ T__101.0__ °F; HR _90___ bpm; RR __20__ brpm End Recovery Time: __1133__ T__101.4__ °F; HR ___90_ bpm; RR __20__ brpm Uneventful recovery. Surgery - Canine Ovariohysterectomy (Spay), performed by: __jr___ Ventral midline abdominal incision made with no. 15 blade. Single ligation of ovarian pedicles and single ligation of uterine stump with strangle knots using __0__ Webmax. Modified 3-layer closure: Body wall closed with cruciate sutures using __0__ Webmax; SQ layer closed with simple continuous sutures, continuing into continuous intradermal using ___0_ Webmax. Green tattoo etched. Applied tissue adhesive over abdominal incision and tattoo. Rx and/or Post-op recommendations: -- Recommend follow up with primary veterinarian regarding overall health, baseline bloodwork, and preventative care. -- Doxycycline (100mg): 3 tablets PO SID X 14 days, follow up when completed. Dispensed 42 tablets. -- Post-op pain medication purchased start 3/12/26 on Carprofen (100mg): 1 tablet PO SID X 4 days. Dispensed 4 tablets. -- E-collar recommended and to be worn for 14 days. Entering Tech Initials: ___sw__ ketoconazole 200mg 1 tab PO SID X 14 days. dispensed remaining 7 tablets cephalexin 250mg 3 cap PO BID X 14 days. dispensed remaining 42 capsules

3/11/2026
DOG SPAY

3/11/2026
TATTOO

3/11/2026
MICRO SCAN CHIP NOT FOUND

3/6/2026
03/06/26 15:45 Female: No tattoo or no scar seen with adult mammary and vulvar development, consistent with unaltered female. -jmc

3/6/2026
03/06/26 16:24 Cleaned both ears thoroughly then applied Osurnia

03/05/26 13:52 Targeted exam S/O: Gen - BAR, BCS 6/9, wiggly, solicits attention EENT - Eyes clear and free of discharge/redness. Nose clean and free of discharge. AU moderate debris and erythema. AS is moderately to severely thickened. Oral - Mild generalized tartar and gingivitis. H/L/MM - Heart rate and rhythm normal, no murmurs or arrhythmias appreciated. Normal bronchovesicular sounds. Normal respiratory rate and effort. No coughing or sneezing. No stertor, no stridor. Mucous membranes pink and moist with CRTAS) - moderate interdigital dermatitis, worse on forepaws; remainder of skin appears WNL P: - cephalexin 750mg PO q12h x 14d - ketoconazole 200mg PO q24h x 14d - clean ears - apply Osurnia AU, repeat in 7 days - recheck skin and ears in 7 days - patient may need ongoing skin/ear management if underlying cause such as allergies is a contributing factor - Patient is adoptable as long as adopter is aware of the medical needs stated in the record. Urgent medical. Dog is at risk of humane euthanasia on 3/13/26 if no outlet is found by COB on 3/12/26. Dog may be humanely euthanized earlier if QOL declines.

3/4/2026
03/04/26 19:29 Nobivac 3-Rabies, manufactured by Zoetis, Serial number: _824302__ administered SQ, R lateral hip, by _JB/JP__, supervising veterinarian ST.

3/4/2026
RABIES 1 YEAR

3/4/2026
Nobivac Canine 1-DAPPv, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: _02121B18A__ administered SQ, R lateral shoulder. -JP Nobivac Intra-Trac3, manufactured by Merck, Serial number: __00541521D_ administered IN -JP Bravecto (fluralaner) for dogs >44-88lb (1000mg) 1 tube of topical solution applied in multiple spots between shoulder blades and along back by _JP__. Reapply after three months. Mylar placed

3/4/2026
BORDETELLA IN

3/4/2026
BRAVECTO TOPICAL SOLUTION

3/4/2026
DA2PP SUBQ

3/4/2026
MICRO SCAN CHIP NOT FOUND

3/4/2026
Finder took A5160860 to a veterinarian and brought in a prescription bottle of Cephalexin 500mg and an eye wash. Finder gave meds to BO. Paws and limbs appear red and swollen. 03/04/26 19:32 VET TECHNICIAN EXAM Attitude: BAR BCS: 6/9 Ocular Discharge / Squinting: Not at this time Coughing/Sneezing: Not at this time Nasal Discharge - Mucoid / Serous: Not at this time Vomiting/Diarrhea: Not at this time Appetite: Great Other Notes of Concern / Observations: Canine appears to have red/raw inflamed paws, both ears raw inflamed with moderate debris with pungent smell. Canine appears to be shaking head a lot and missing patches of fur with scabs around ear jb

In-Kennel Behavior Rounds
No In-Kennel Behavior Rounds Memos

Bite History
No recorded bites

MCACC East Valley Animal Care Center
Phone: (602) 506-6030

1920 S Lewis
Mesa, AZ 85210

Hours:
11 am - 7 pm for adoption services every day of the week.

Intakes and other services will be available 12 pm - 6 pm daily.

Foster Applications

To be matched to a rescue:

Dogfoster.org

azfosters.com/

For dogs at MCACC that are eligible for County foster care*:
https://www.maricopa.gov/296/Foster
*Excludes dogs designated as NHO

✨ Meet Lady ✨🐾 Name: Lady🐾 Age: 2 years old now! Joined the rescue LAST SUMMER 2025!!!🐾 S*x: Spayed Female🐾 Breed: mediu...
03/05/2026

✨ Meet Lady ✨
🐾 Name: Lady
🐾 Age: 2 years old now! Joined the rescue LAST SUMMER 2025!!!
🐾 S*x: Spayed Female
🐾 Breed: medium sized mixed breed (adorable!)
🐾 Weight: 42lbs
🐾 Adoption Fee: JUST LOWERED! $300 (includes spay, vaccines, microchip, full vet check)
📍 Location: Mesa, AZ

💖 About Lady:
Sweet Lady is the total package – social, smart, and so ready for love! She’s wonderful with dogs, cats, and kids. She’s crate trained, has a moderate energy level, and loves to relax with her people after some playtime. She’s the kind of pup who will greet you with pure joy when you get home from work and then happily hang out with the family.

She’s been overlooked for too long, and it’s breaking our hearts. 🥺 Lady was super skittish, had never been touched before, never been leashed.
Now Lady is ready for her happily ever after, and we know her perfect family is out there!

👉 To meet her, please send us a message AFTER filling out the application. We respond the same day!

📢 Please SHARE to help Twinkles finally find the loving home she deserves!

❤️ Let’s not let her wait any longer.
Fill out an application today-

Adoption Application link
https://tinyurl.com/AdoptBCR

This is Lady in her foster home! She would do great in a retired home, a family home where you’re gone long days, or anything in between!

She’s super well trained!

We have not posted any dogs for a while, Lady is still in need of a forever home. She was a spay abort. She was skin and...
10/17/2025

We have not posted any dogs for a while, Lady is still in need of a forever home. She was a spay abort. She was skin and bones and has now safely put on some weight. It has been a transition for her going from a stray in the middle of Phoenix wandering in the heat in July --> fast forward to now. Sh is dog and cat friendly, walks on leash, and LOVES to play with toys.

Lady is house-broken and crate trained. We would like to get her a home by Halloween!

Please share this sweet perfect medium sized girl!

ONLY about a year old herself mixed breed female. about 38 pounds full grown. She is long legged lean girl. Her speed reminds me of a whippet.

This was when we got her

On Maricopa County Animal Care & Control Kill list Want to know what RTO means?Return to owner. That’s right. Dogs with ...
08/20/2025

On Maricopa County Animal Care & Control

Kill list

Want to know what RTO means?

Return to owner.

That’s right.

Dogs with families, but people aren’t looking for their dogs.

Until it’s almost too late.

Have a lost pet? Want to literally save a dog from being killed?
Go adopt
Or foster

https://apps.pets.maricopa.gov/Priority/

ADOPTED!✨ Meet Twinkles ✨🐾 Name: Twinkles🐾 Age: 2 years🐾 S*x: Spayed Female🐾 Breed: Small mixed breed (adorable!)🐾 Weigh...
08/20/2025

ADOPTED!

✨ Meet Twinkles ✨
🐾 Name: Twinkles
🐾 Age: 2 years
🐾 S*x: Spayed Female
🐾 Breed: Small mixed breed (adorable!)
🐾 Weight: 18 lbs
🐾 Adoption Fee: JUST LOWERED! $300 (includes spay, vaccines, microchip, full vet check)
📍 Location: West Mesa, AZ

💖 About Twinkles:
Twinkles is the total package – friendly, smart, and so ready for love! She’s wonderful with dogs, cats, and kids. She’s crate trained, has a moderate energy level, and loves to relax with her people after some playtime. She’s the kind of pup who will greet you with pure joy when you get home from work and then happily hang out with the family.

She’s been overlooked for too long, and it’s breaking our hearts. 🥺 Twinkles is ready for her happily ever after, and we know her perfect family is out there!

👉 To meet her, please send us a message AFTER filling out the application. We respond the same day!

📢 Please SHARE to help Twinkles finally find the loving home she deserves!

❤️ Let’s not let her wait any longer.
Fill out an application today-

Meet Bo!  ADOPTED!!**Meet Your New Best Friend! 🐾This is BoThis handsome 2-year-old mixed-breed boy is the full package ...
08/13/2025

Meet Bo! ADOPTED!!**
Meet Your New Best Friend! 🐾
This is Bo
This handsome 2-year-old mixed-breed boy is the full package — healthy, medium-sized, and absolutely lovable. With his adorable tongue-out smile, he’s sure to melt your heart the moment you meet him.
He’s great with dogs, cats, and kids, making him the perfect fit for just about any home. Fully housebroken, he’s already got his manners down and is ready to settle right in with his new family.
Whether you’re looking for a walking buddy, a snuggle partner, or a playful friend for your other pets, he’s up for the job.
💙 Adopt today and bring home unconditional love!

08/05/2025
This weeks.     death list
08/05/2025

This weeks. death list

MCACC East Valley Animal Care Center
Phone: (602) 506-6030

1920 S Lewis
Mesa, AZ 85210

Hours:
11 am - 7 pm for adoption services every day of the week.

Intakes and other services will be available 12 pm - 6 pm daily.

Foster Applications

To be matched to a rescue:

Dogfoster.org

azfosters.com/

For dogs at MCACC that are eligible for County foster care*:
https://www.maricopa.gov/296/Foster
*Excludes dogs designated as NHO

New Hope Partners:
https://www.maricopa.gov/5827/New-Hope-Partners

Our Customer Service Call Center will still be available for general questions, licensing assistance, etc. during their normal business hours of 8AM to 5PM daily and are available by phone: (602) 506-7387

Address

Mesa, AZ
85201

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