yknow something i really love about WH so far is that i really, truly, have no idea what the fuck is going on. like i can theorize and speculate on the Scrumptious little crumbs we have so far, but looking at it as a whole and the info/hints sprinkled everywhere. man i cannot guess where this is going to go lmao

Forgot to mention that I finished 2001: A Space Odyssey.

I would say it shows some of the very best qualities of mid-century sf. While obviously very dated, it's actually pretty fun letting Arthur C Clarke write for you about what he thinks space flight will be in 2001 from his perspective very shortly before the first moon landing. The man loved describing procedures and sketching out the engineering, and was eyeball deep in everything at the time.

It's definitely on the harder end of scifi, at least if you let it get away with its premise that early hominids weren't developing tool use or eating meat on their own (insane, but critical to the premise) and you can tolerate the extremely trippy (and quintessentially 60s) ending.

Downside: It's 1960s about women (mostly omitting them or showing women in smiling service roles) and everyone is safe to assume white and American except like, one Russian guy. It's relatively nonpainful for 1960s sf as far as these things go, but it bears saying.

If you put me on the spot and ask me to say something that maybe sounds smart about it, the best I've got is that a mythos of humanity requiring a benevolent outer entity to intervene in order to develop higher intelligence and society? Pull the Halloween mask off and guess who: it's a narrative about "higher" societies and "lesser" ones inherited from the age of colonization again! (It really does just keep turning up like a bad penny once you start looking for it in your fiction?) But that's not like, the central thesis of 2001. It's what they're using to excuse the mystery and wonder they were going for, and.... Okay. I can roll with it in good faith.

If you've seen the movie, it really is the four major sections of the movie (monkey time, space plane, bowman and pals on discovery, insane endgame mindfuck) and even though there are some mildly different details, you can tell the two things were being written together. If you're like me and have no patience and can't stand a fucking mystery, the novel's willingness to spell everything out about what's going on is so soothing.

The most important thing of all is that Hal was just a little guy trying so hard to do a good job and ending up in an impossible situation. He was just a little baby. Not even Bowman can hate him.

eating your boyfriend us LITERALLY more intimate than sex most of the time...

far more fun too

lets you learn all about him, and have a good, nonpainful meal

its infinitely better than sex. then again most things are, its not a very high bar to cross...

-eternal anomaly

A question on zoophilia for the fucker defending it:

Tw for genitalia mention and animal abuse mention.

So. You say animals can consent to a human, right? It’s moral and fine, as you say.

Okay. Let’s say a hamster. Or a mouse.

Can they consent? Is that moral?

The average length of a penis is 5 inches.

The average length of house mice is 3 inches.

The average girth/width of a penis is 3 inches.

The average girth/width of house mice is about 2-3 inches, sometimes less.

How is that moral?

That would be excrutiatingly painful. If a small animal was penetrated by a human male, it would likely be killed. It would suffer inhumanely and die.

And before you say,

“Okay, well small animals are different!!!!”

Why? You say mental capacity doesn’t exist. So why? Why should it be some animals and not others?

You say “well how come some acts with animals like killing is fine but sex is the exception???”

Well, if you say “not small animals”:

Why can some animals have sex with humans and why can some not?

Do you see your fucking contradictions yet, @dishonest-antis? Do you? Because I do. And everyone fucking else does too.

How come you’re so against killing animals, but you support acts that have and will lead to EXCRUTIATING deaths for animals?

Here’s a list of things that an animal will likely experience due to sex with a human:

Do any of these seem moral, nonpainful, or “fun” for an animal? Do these seem fucking moral to you? Do they? Do the animals that were killed by sex with humans seem like they had “fun” to you, you fucking piece of shit? DO THEY?

How can you fucking have the AUDACITY to say you “are super against animals being killed because it’s immoral uwwuwuwu” WHEN YOU’RE SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES THAT INSTEAD CAUSE THEM TO SUFFER OR DIE SLOWLY AND PAINFULLY?

Not to fucking mention, it’s extremely dangerous for humans as well.

There is a huge list of diseases that humans can catch from having sex with animals. How is that moral? Is that okay? Is that fucking okay to you too, huh?

Here’s a short list of some that are very frequent for having sex with animals:

https://www.omicsonline.org/open-access/health-risks-of-zoophiliabestiality.php?aid=87470

So how the fuck is it moral and okay to do something that causes the animal to suffer long term or die in excrutiating pain whenever you fucking pretend that you’re wanting to stop killing animals?

Fuck. You.

Heres my damn sources, I don’t need many to prove this idiot wrong:

https://www.omicsonline.org/open-access/health-risks-of-zoophiliabestiality.php?aid=87470

http://news.vin.com/vinnews.aspx?articleId=35718

Beautiful, Bodies , and Children: LEVEL 1 for Good Behavior- Beautiful Girl with freckles and gorgeous eyes- Microchipped and up to date on vaccines- Needs a Loving New Home Anastasia 72122, 2 yrs old, 59.6 lbs At Brooklyn ACC waiting for Love INTAKE DATE: 08-09-2019 Level 1 pup with freckles and gorgeous eyes! It's beauty queen Anastasia! Anastasia is very sweet, very cute and affectionate ~ and she looking for her loving forever! Please share! MY MOVIE Anastasia ~ https://youtu.be/jC0B5Tj6bhc ANASTASIA, ID# 72122, 2 yrs old, 59.6 lbs, Brooklyn Animal Care Center, Large Mixed Breed Cross, White / Brown Female, Found Stray Shelter Assessment Rating: LEVEL 1 No young children (under 5) Medical Behavior Rating: Green BEHAVIOR NOTES Summary: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Hard pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Soft body, tail high, ears erect, stress yawn, play bows, explores somewhat, readily accepts treats softly, accepts contact Call over: Approaches readily, then moves away, approaches again Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Neutral-soft body, tail high, sits down, soft head turns, closed mouth, ears neutral, leans into and accepts all contact Exuberant handling: Soft, remains sitting, soft head turns, closed mouth, ears neutral, leans into handler, rests head on lap and accepts all contact Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Engages in play with handler, soft and loose; Jumps up softly, does not escalate Arousal comments: Prior to starting jog, somewhat jumps up, softly then sits down Knock Knock Comments: Pulls hard toward door when assistant exits, turns and approaches handler, jumps up; No response to knock; Approaches assistant readily, soft and loose, soliciting attention Toy Toy comments: Grips and moves away; Engages in play with assess-a-hand; Grips and relinquishes, readily trades PLAYGROUP NOTES - DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: Anastasia was surrendered to the care center as a stray so her past behavior around dogs is unknown. 8/12-13: Anastasia appeared a bit conflicted when meeting a novel male dog, offering some play signals, bows and bounces but remains tense and grumbles a few times when the male dog runs away from her. 8/14: Anastasia was introduced to a novel female dog today. She greets the female with a tense posture and squared shoulders. Her leash is held due to her body language. The novel female walks away from Anastasia and they both explore the pens. Anastasia stiffens and her lips quiver when exchanging a face to face greet. FUN FACTS: Summary (1): Anastasia understands the cues for "sit" and "down." INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Date of intake: 9-Aug-2019 Summary: Friendly, accepted contact; Allowed all handling MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: Date of initial: 10-Aug-2019 Summary: Affectionate; Allowed all handling ENERGY LEVEL: Anastasia has been observed to exhibit a medium level of energy during her interactions in the care center. We cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment, but we recommend that she be provided daily mental and physical stimulation as an outlet for her energy. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: Level 1 Behavior Asilomar TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations: No young children (under 5) Recommendations comments: No young children (under 5): Due to Anastasia's overall anxiety and leash-pulling behavior, we feel it would be best for her to be placed in a stable home environment with no young children to ensure her success. It is advised that the new adopters should be able to exercise safe and appropriate management when handling Anastasia, allowing her to acclimate and decompress at her own pace. Force-free, reward-based training only is advised, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: Anxiety Strength/leash pulling Potential challenges comments: Anxiety: Anastasia exhibits anxious behavior during her interactions in the care center, where she has been observed to pant, pace and exhibit some displacement behavior when uncomfortable. Please refer to the handout for Generalized Anxiety. Strength/leash pulling: Anastasia was observed to display leash pulling due to her strength. Please refer to the handout on Strength/leash pulling. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES 20-Aug-2019 Progress Exam History: Intake 8/10/19: Stray, noted hypotrichosis, dermatitis, healing wounds on pinna. Started malaseb baths. 8/14: Demodex found on skin scrape. Gave bravecto. Today, 8/20: Noted vomiting, diarrhea, nasal discharge, Subjective: QARH, no coughing/sneezing. Diarrhea FS 6-7/7 and vomit noted in kennel. Objective: T: 101.4 P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 5/9 OP: Mucous membranes pink and moist. CRT <2. EENT: Eyes, ears clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. Moderate mucoid discharge from nares. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses or foreign bodies. UG: female intact, no mammary gland tumors, no discharge INT: Hypotrichosis appears unchanged from previous exam. Wounds on pinnae unchanged, appear to be chronic. No ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, no pain on palpation of epaxials NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -CIRDC -Vomiting/diarrhea (r/o dietary indiscretion vs gastroenteritis vs foreign body) -Hypotrichosis -Wounds on pinnae (chronic, no otitis noted) Prognosis: Fair, will likely need long term dermatologic care Plan: -Start metronidazole 15 mg/kg PO q12h x 5d until 8/25 -Start proviable 1 capsule PO q24h x 5d until 8/25 -Start enrofloxacin 10 mg/kg PO q24h x 14d until 9/3 -Start doxycycline 10 mg/kg PO q24h x 14d until 9/3 -Start LRS 20 ml/kg SQ q24h x 3d until 8/22, first dose given -Start cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ q24h x 3d until 8/22, first dose given -Recheck day 7, re-start skin treatments when CIRDC resolves -Recommend dermatology consult with placement 14-Aug-2019 Vet Statement Demodex positive skin scrape 8/13 Bravecto 60 lb dose given PO today 13-Aug-2019 Spay-Neuter Waiver Documentation [Spay/Neuter Waiver - Temporary] Your newly adopted pet has been diagnosed with ( DEMODEX) and the staff veterinarians are issuing a TEMPORARY waiver from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment through to the resolution of the issue. At the time of a full recovery you may choose to have your veterinarian perform the spay/neuter surgery, or make provisions to return the pet to ACC for sterilization. 13-Aug-2019 Skin scrape -- Positive for Demodex mange. 10-Aug-2019 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2y Microchip noted on Intake? no History : found stray Subjective: BARH, good appetite, no elimination concerns Observed Behavior - allowed all handling, affectionate Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: unremarkable adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female intact, no scar or tattoo noted, no leakage or discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, hair coat has a few areas of hypotrichosis, no scale, discharge or erythema noted. There are crusted scabbed wounds to the pinna bilat. Healing, no discharge. CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: visually normal Assessment hypotrichosis dermatitis wound Prognosis: good Plan: skin scrape for tomorrow Malaseb baths q3d until 8/16 CTM ear wounds for proper healing SURGERY: Okay for surgery * TO FOSTER OR ADOPT * If you would like to adopt a NYC ACC dog, and can get to the shelter in person to complete the adoption process, you can contact the shelter directly. We have provided the Brooklyn, Staten Island and Manhattan information below. Adoption hours at these facilities is Noon – 8:00 p.m. (6:30 on weekends) If you CANNOT get to the shelter in person and you want to FOSTER OR ADOPT a NYC ACC Dog, you can PRIVATE MESSAGE our Must Love Dogs page for assistance. PLEASE NOTE: You MUST live in NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Northern VA. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a NYC ACC dog. Transport is available if you live within the prescribed range of states. Shelter contact information: Phone number (212) 788-4000 Email [email protected] Shelter Addresses: Brooklyn Shelter: 2336 Linden Boulevard Brooklyn, NY 11208 Manhattan Shelter: 326 East 110 St. New York, NY 10029 Staten Island Shelter: 3139 Veterans Road West Staten Island, NY 10309 *** NEW NYC ACC RATING SYSTEM *** Level 1 Dogs with Level 1 determinations are suitable for the majority of homes. These dogs are not displaying concerning behaviors in shelter, and the owner surrender profile (where available) is positive. Level 2 Dogs with Level 2 determinations will be suitable for adopters with some previous dog experience. They will have displayed behavior in the shelter (or have owner reported behavior) that requires some training, or is simply not suitable for an adopter with minimal experience. Level 3 Dogs with Level 3 determinations will need to go to homes with experienced adopters, and the ACC strongly suggest that the adopter have prior experience with the challenges described and/or an understanding of the challenge and how to manage it safely in a home environment. In many cases, a trainer will be needed to manage and work on the behaviors safely in a home environment.

The Mind And Words Of Osamu Dazai

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12936629/1/The-Mind-and-Words-of-Osamu-Dazai

https://archiveofourown.org/works/14765912

This was my first drabble and is actually my favorite one. I want to do another angst drabble like this one sometime soon. One that's emotion-focused I had a really fun time when writing this.

It was because of this drabble that started me on the path for me to feel confident in rping Dazai with my girlfriend ^////^ (who is my forever Chuuya) that and she has given me a lot of confidence in being him.

If you haven’t already read this drabble of mine then you can either click the links above or the keep reading button below to view this drabble.

If you have any questions please don’t be hesitant to ask, I really like talking to people!

Dazai's apartment 12:00 am

The moon was dimly lit for once as it's light gently flowed within Dazai's apartment. Dazai could be seen laying on his back as he looked up towards his ceiling. Something was wrong, no it's not that it was wrong, it was just happening again. This feeling that came after excessive use of using his ability.

"No, Longer, Human…" Daizai mumbled slowly.

"What am I? I am Osamu Dazai, but that is a who not a what. I am not human, yet my body is human. I am not some mythical creature or some powerful spirit, I am just not human.

I am nothing, nor do I desire anything-no that's not true I desire something, I desire death. But why? Or do I desire life? I do not want a painful death but I have found many nonpainful ways to commit suicide." Turning to left and then turning to the right Daizai slowly rolled around on his futon, forcing himself to move. He would accept this situation but he wouldn't lay still doing it, he didn't like to be still while in this mood, it almost scared him for some unknown reason.

"So why do I not use any of them… Well now that I think of it maybe I do have a reason, or to more precise just small reasons. I want to save people, I want to do as Oda asked me, in the long run, I am more happy with myself." As Daizai turned he faced his ceiling, staring at nothing.

"I wish I could have saved him, but there is no turning back…. Time is just too cruel." He whispered as tears fell from his face, they wouldn't stop, he didn't even bother to try and stop them. It was pointless, just like this mood.

"I like the A.D.A, I feel genuinely happy being there. But despite that feeling, it will sometimes slip through the cracks of my mind. I won't feel anything yet I want to at the same time, isn't that feeling something? What is wrong with me, why does everything I feel seep away into those cracks. Where do they even go?" slowly Dazai reached out his hands wondering if he could catch those feelings. He'd never be able to but for some reason, he felt the urge to reach within the darkness of his room.

"I am just I tired. I am something like that but tired of what, myself? For once that feels almost right haha. I'm so tired that when I can breathe I cannot at the same time, though I feel every emotion I feel nothing. As I touch anything I forgot it's feeling in an instant, as I taste it fades just before touching my tongue." Turing to his right side Dazai closed his eyes and tried to breathe, his tears still fell quickly down his face.

"I see clearly and yet right now I see something that should be human but isn't, I can't hear right now because I hold my ears down so tight that even the voice in my head can't make a sound." Dazai had opened his eyes and stared into the rectangle mirror in front of him.

"Why won't my body let me die? Why won't my mind let me live? Why am I no longer human? Maybe I was never human, maybe I will never be human, but if I am not human what am I? What was even the answer I said before… ?" Dazai asked with a frown that soon turned into a sad smile.

"Say do you know what makes a person a human… Do you know why I am no longer human, can someone tell me why. Can someone tell me why I am so conflicted, why does everything dissipate in my mind? Please just let me be human for once even just one day...Just one day please…" He lifted his left hand reaching out to the mirror that suddenly became illuminated by the dim light of the moon.

Dazai continued to lay there, reaching out not moving even an inch, he just cried as everything about him disappeared into the particles of the moonlight.

He no longer is human, nor will he ever be.

Being Alone, Beautiful, and Bones: Cheetah A shy, sweet, affectionate & broken hearted middle aged lady just wants to go back to the life she loved & lost when her parent died. Id 72225, 7 Yrs., 8 9 Lbs. of Love, Spayed & Waiting with Hope, at Brooklyn ACC TO BE KILLED – 8/24/2019 “He was my North, my South, my East and West, my working week and my Sunday rest, my noon, my midnight, my talk, my song; I thought that love would last forever: I was wrong.” -- W. H. Auden Her owner died. It was that simple. And in that moment, she lost everything she had ever known, and everything she had loved and lived for. Affectionate, gentle, well behaved and sweet, this middle aged lady had known the joys of being loved, of being cherished, and of being an integral part of a family. When there were fireworks or other loud, scary noises, her parent would hold her close, cuddle her and whisper in her ear “don’t worry, honey, it will be alright” and calm her fears. When people would come to the home and she didn’t know them, she might try to flee and hide, but after a bit, and when she got to know them, she welcomed them with open paws and would play exuberantly. She liked to show off her commands, she loved to play with ropes and bones, and she adored playing in her back yard. Life was beautiful. Life was sweet. But now her life will be over, just like that of her parent, if no one will take in Cheetah and give her back her smile. Yes, she is heartbroken, and yes she is sad and confused. But in the hands of an experienced foster or adopter who can give her a calm, quiet, structured adult only home, she will be the big, sweet, silly and loving dog she has always been. Won’t you help her out? Please hurry and message our page or email us at [email protected] for assistance fostering or adopting beautiful, big hearted Cheetah. CHEETAH, ID# 72225, 7 Yrs. old, 89 lbs., Spayed Female Brooklyn ACC, Large Mixed Breed, Brown Brindle Surrender Reason: Owner Died ☹ Shelter Assessment Rating: New Hope Rescue Only Medical Behavior Rating: 3. Yellow AT RISK MEMO: Although she has shown significant improvement with certain staff, Cheetah remains highly fearful in the care center and is hesitant to interact at times. We feel she would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner who can allow her to acclimate and decompress at her own pace prior to seeking permanent placement. Cheetah was diagnosed with lameness on her right front. INTAKE NOTE – DATE OF INTAKE, 8/10/2019: During intake Cheetah was growling so no handling was done. OWNER SURRENDER NOTES – BASIC INFORMATION: Cheetah is a brown brindle female dog that was surrendered to the ACC as a stray due to the fact that her owner passed away. The last time Cheetah was seen by a vet is unknown. She had lived with 2 adults. When around strangers Cheetah will hard bark and growl but once she warms up she will play with adults exuberantly. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with children so it is unknown how he will react. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with another dog in the past 4 years so it is unknown how she will react. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with cats so it is unknown how she will react. It is unknown if Cheetah guards her resources. Cheetah does not have a bite history. She is housetrained and has a medium-high energy level. Other Notes: During loud noises and fireworks Cheetah becomes nervous and she will hide. She is not bothered if she is retained pushed off the furniture or disturbed while she sleeps. She is not bothered if she is bathed or brushed. It is unknown how she will react when having her nails trimmed. If someone unfamiliar approaches her home she will hard bark growl and lunge at the fence. She will growl if someone unfamiliar approaches her family member. Cheetah has never had a medical issue and has no known medical concerns. For a New Family to Know: Owner described her as affectionate, excitable and anxious at times. When at home she likes to be in the same room as her owner. She likes to play with ropes and chew bones. She as been kept mostly indoors and she eats dry dog food. When using the bathroom she will go outside on the grass or cement. When left alone in the home she is well behaves as long as she has a rope or chew toy. When left alone in the yard she is well behaved. She has never been crated so it is unknown how she will react. She is used to playing in the yard. She knows how to sit lay down and come when called. When off the leash she will stay by your side. Additional note: Previous caretaker reported Cheetah to growl toward novel people entering the home, but would readily refocus and retreat to her bed, avoiding interacting. Cheetah will also exhibit fearful behavior when exposed to loud noises (i.e. fireworks), where she has been observed to flee and hide. SHELTER ASSESSMENT SUMMARIES: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Neutral-tense, tail neutral, panting, ears erect, stays near door, explores somewhat, pacing, approaches handler, leans into and accepts contact, distracted by outside noises Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Neutral-tense, ears neutral, tail low, panting, leans into handler and accepts all contact Exuberant handling: Neutral-tense, ears neutral, tail low, panting, leans into handler and accepts all contact Handling comments: Continues to solicit attention from handler Arousal Jog: Follows handler, neutral, tail high Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: Stays near handler when assistant exits, solicits attention; No response to knock; Approaches assistant when enters, slow and wary, does not solicit attention Toy Toy comments: Minimal interest PLAYGROUP NOTES – DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: According to her previous caretaker, Cheetah has not interacted with other dogs in over four years, so her past behavior around dogs is unknown. 8/13-8/14: When off leash at the Care Center, Cheetah is introduced to a novel male dog. She greets him at the gate with a neutral body before walking away. Once the gate is opened, Cheetah avoids the male and handlers for the duration of the session. 8/15: Cheetah was introduced to a novel female dog today. Her behavior remains the same. FUN FACTS: Cheetah understands the cues for "sit," "lay down" and "come." INTAKE BEHAVIOR - Date of intake:: 8/10/2019 Summary:: Growled; No handling performed MEDICAL BEHAVIOR - Date of initial:: 8/13/2019 Summary:: Whale eyed, growled; Muzzled ENERGY LEVEL:: Cheetah has been observed to exhibit a medium level of energy during her interactions in the care center. We cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment, but we recommend that she be provided daily mental and physical stimulation as an outlet for her energy. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Cheetah’s overall level of fear with the potential for defensive aggression and anxiety, we feel she would be best set up to succeed in an adult-only home at this time. Place with a New Hope partner: Although she has shown significant improvement with certain staff, Cheetah remains highly fearful in the care center and is hesitant to interact at times. We feel she would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner who can allow her to acclimate and decompress at her own pace prior to seeking permanent placement. Force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing or exposing Cheetah to new and unfamiliar situations, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Anxiety Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Previous caretaker reported Cheetah to growl toward novel people entering the home and when approached. Although Cheetah has shown significant improvement with certain staff during her interactions in the care center, she remains overall fearful when introduced or exposed to new situations. Cheetah takes time to warm up and rapidly escalates to growling, hard barking and snapping when uncomfortable or fearful. It is advised to use a slow approach when handling Cheetah. She should never be forced to interact or approach if she is not comfortable and positive association should be paired with anything Cheetah displays fear toward. Please refer to the handout for Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Anxiety: Cheetah exhibits anxious behavior during her interactions in the care center, where she has been observed to pant, pace and attempt to flee or seek an exit. Please refer to the handout for Generalized Anxiety. MEDICAL NOTES 8/13/2019 DVM Intake Estimated age: 7years Microchip noted on Intake? Yes History: Owner surrender Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Observed behavior: Whale eye, growling. Muzzled for exam Evidence of cruelty seen: No Evidence of trauma seen: No Objective: Limited exam performed due to behavior P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 6/9 OP: Muzzled for exam EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: female spayed (reported to be spayed), no discharge. Unable to examine ventrum due to behavior INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4 NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: Clinically healthy Prognosis: Good Plan: -Start trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely Surgery: Spayed 8/15/2019 Hx: 8/13 Intake APH 8/15 Lameness on front limb noted on rounds board. Cageside exam performed due to P temperament. SO: Aprox 7 year old FS mixed breed dog, noted to be acutely lame on FRL. E/d well, no c/s/v/d. Unremarakble elimination. Showing teeth, growling and hard barking in kennel. Eyes: Unremarkable OU Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge Lungs: Eupneic U/G: Normal external genitalia. No discharge. Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with front right limb lameness/toe touching appreciated. No obvious swelling appreciated. BCS = 7/9 Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. A: FRL lameness r/o sprain vs strain vs arthritis vs other Plan: Continue to monitor at BACC Continue trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID Start Rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID x 7 days, reassess lameness 8/22, consider rads if no improvement *** TO FOSTER OR ADOPT *** CHEETAH IS RESCUE ONLY. You must fill out applications with New Hope Rescues to foster or adopt her. She cannot be reserved online at the ACC ARL, nor can she be direct adopted at the shelter. PLEASE HURRY AND MESSAGE OUR PAGE FOR ASSISTANCE!

Being Alone, Beautiful, and Bones: Cheetah A shy, sweet, affectionate & broken hearted middle aged lady just wants to go back to the life she loved & lost when her parent died. Id 72225, 7 Yrs., 8 9 Lbs. of Love, Spayed & Waiting with Hope, at Brooklyn ACC TO BE KILLED – 8/24/2019 “He was my North, my South, my East and West, my working week and my Sunday rest, my noon, my midnight, my talk, my song; I thought that love would last forever: I was wrong.” -- W. H. Auden Her owner died. It was that simple. And in that moment, she lost everything she had ever known, and everything she had loved and lived for. Affectionate, gentle, well behaved and sweet, this middle aged lady had known the joys of being loved, of being cherished, and of being an integral part of a family. When there were fireworks or other loud, scary noises, her parent would hold her close, cuddle her and whisper in her ear “don’t worry, honey, it will be alright” and calm her fears. When people would come to the home and she didn’t know them, she might try to flee and hide, but after a bit, and when she got to know them, she welcomed them with open paws and would play exuberantly. She liked to show off her commands, she loved to play with ropes and bones, and she adored playing in her back yard. Life was beautiful. Life was sweet. But now her life will be over, just like that of her parent, if no one will take in Cheetah and give her back her smile. Yes, she is heartbroken, and yes she is sad and confused. But in the hands of an experienced foster or adopter who can give her a calm, quiet, structured adult only home, she will be the big, sweet, silly and loving dog she has always been. Won’t you help her out? Please hurry and message our page or email us at [email protected] for assistance fostering or adopting beautiful, big hearted Cheetah. CHEETAH, ID# 72225, 7 Yrs. old, 89 lbs., Spayed Female Brooklyn ACC, Large Mixed Breed, Brown Brindle Surrender Reason: Owner Died ☹ Shelter Assessment Rating: New Hope Rescue Only Medical Behavior Rating: 3. Yellow AT RISK MEMO: Although she has shown significant improvement with certain staff, Cheetah remains highly fearful in the care center and is hesitant to interact at times. We feel she would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner who can allow her to acclimate and decompress at her own pace prior to seeking permanent placement. Cheetah was diagnosed with lameness on her right front. INTAKE NOTE – DATE OF INTAKE, 8/10/2019: During intake Cheetah was growling so no handling was done. OWNER SURRENDER NOTES – BASIC INFORMATION: Cheetah is a brown brindle female dog that was surrendered to the ACC as a stray due to the fact that her owner passed away. The last time Cheetah was seen by a vet is unknown. She had lived with 2 adults. When around strangers Cheetah will hard bark and growl but once she warms up she will play with adults exuberantly. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with children so it is unknown how he will react. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with another dog in the past 4 years so it is unknown how she will react. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with cats so it is unknown how she will react. It is unknown if Cheetah guards her resources. Cheetah does not have a bite history. She is housetrained and has a medium-high energy level. Other Notes: During loud noises and fireworks Cheetah becomes nervous and she will hide. She is not bothered if she is retained pushed off the furniture or disturbed while she sleeps. She is not bothered if she is bathed or brushed. It is unknown how she will react when having her nails trimmed. If someone unfamiliar approaches her home she will hard bark growl and lunge at the fence. She will growl if someone unfamiliar approaches her family member. Cheetah has never had a medical issue and has no known medical concerns. For a New Family to Know: Owner described her as affectionate, excitable and anxious at times. When at home she likes to be in the same room as her owner. She likes to play with ropes and chew bones. She as been kept mostly indoors and she eats dry dog food. When using the bathroom she will go outside on the grass or cement. When left alone in the home she is well behaves as long as she has a rope or chew toy. When left alone in the yard she is well behaved. She has never been crated so it is unknown how she will react. She is used to playing in the yard. She knows how to sit lay down and come when called. When off the leash she will stay by your side. Additional note: Previous caretaker reported Cheetah to growl toward novel people entering the home, but would readily refocus and retreat to her bed, avoiding interacting. Cheetah will also exhibit fearful behavior when exposed to loud noises (i.e. fireworks), where she has been observed to flee and hide. SHELTER ASSESSMENT SUMMARIES: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Neutral-tense, tail neutral, panting, ears erect, stays near door, explores somewhat, pacing, approaches handler, leans into and accepts contact, distracted by outside noises Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Neutral-tense, ears neutral, tail low, panting, leans into handler and accepts all contact Exuberant handling: Neutral-tense, ears neutral, tail low, panting, leans into handler and accepts all contact Handling comments: Continues to solicit attention from handler Arousal Jog: Follows handler, neutral, tail high Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: Stays near handler when assistant exits, solicits attention; No response to knock; Approaches assistant when enters, slow and wary, does not solicit attention Toy Toy comments: Minimal interest PLAYGROUP NOTES – DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: According to her previous caretaker, Cheetah has not interacted with other dogs in over four years, so her past behavior around dogs is unknown. 8/13-8/14: When off leash at the Care Center, Cheetah is introduced to a novel male dog. She greets him at the gate with a neutral body before walking away. Once the gate is opened, Cheetah avoids the male and handlers for the duration of the session. 8/15: Cheetah was introduced to a novel female dog today. Her behavior remains the same. FUN FACTS: Cheetah understands the cues for "sit," "lay down" and "come." INTAKE BEHAVIOR - Date of intake:: 8/10/2019 Summary:: Growled; No handling performed MEDICAL BEHAVIOR - Date of initial:: 8/13/2019 Summary:: Whale eyed, growled; Muzzled ENERGY LEVEL:: Cheetah has been observed to exhibit a medium level of energy during her interactions in the care center. We cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment, but we recommend that she be provided daily mental and physical stimulation as an outlet for her energy. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Cheetah’s overall level of fear with the potential for defensive aggression and anxiety, we feel she would be best set up to succeed in an adult-only home at this time. Place with a New Hope partner: Although she has shown significant improvement with certain staff, Cheetah remains highly fearful in the care center and is hesitant to interact at times. We feel she would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner who can allow her to acclimate and decompress at her own pace prior to seeking permanent placement. Force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing or exposing Cheetah to new and unfamiliar situations, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Anxiety Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Previous caretaker reported Cheetah to growl toward novel people entering the home and when approached. Although Cheetah has shown significant improvement with certain staff during her interactions in the care center, she remains overall fearful when introduced or exposed to new situations. Cheetah takes time to warm up and rapidly escalates to growling, hard barking and snapping when uncomfortable or fearful. It is advised to use a slow approach when handling Cheetah. She should never be forced to interact or approach if she is not comfortable and positive association should be paired with anything Cheetah displays fear toward. Please refer to the handout for Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Anxiety: Cheetah exhibits anxious behavior during her interactions in the care center, where she has been observed to pant, pace and attempt to flee or seek an exit. Please refer to the handout for Generalized Anxiety. MEDICAL NOTES 8/13/2019 DVM Intake Estimated age: 7years Microchip noted on Intake? Yes History: Owner surrender Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Observed behavior: Whale eye, growling. Muzzled for exam Evidence of cruelty seen: No Evidence of trauma seen: No Objective: Limited exam performed due to behavior P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 6/9 OP: Muzzled for exam EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: female spayed (reported to be spayed), no discharge. Unable to examine ventrum due to behavior INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4 NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: Clinically healthy Prognosis: Good Plan: -Start trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely Surgery: Spayed 8/15/2019 Hx: 8/13 Intake APH 8/15 Lameness on front limb noted on rounds board. Cageside exam performed due to P temperament. SO: Aprox 7 year old FS mixed breed dog, noted to be acutely lame on FRL. E/d well, no c/s/v/d. Unremarakble elimination. Showing teeth, growling and hard barking in kennel. Eyes: Unremarkable OU Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge Lungs: Eupneic U/G: Normal external genitalia. No discharge. Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with front right limb lameness/toe touching appreciated. No obvious swelling appreciated. BCS = 7/9 Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. A: FRL lameness r/o sprain vs strain vs arthritis vs other Plan: Continue to monitor at BACC Continue trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID Start Rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID x 7 days, reassess lameness 8/22, consider rads if no improvement *** TO FOSTER OR ADOPT *** CHEETAH IS RESCUE ONLY. You must fill out applications with New Hope Rescues to foster or adopt her. She cannot be reserved online at the ACC ARL, nor can she be direct adopted at the shelter. PLEASE HURRY AND MESSAGE OUR PAGE FOR ASSISTANCE! HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! *PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! ** STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://ift.tt/2ynocEZ Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU *CANNOT* GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Norther VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.

Being Alone, Beautiful, and Bones: Cheetah A shy, sweet, affectionate & broken hearted middle aged lady just wants to go back to the life she loved & lost when her parent died. Id 72225, 7 Yrs., 8 9 Lbs. of Love, Spayed & Waiting with Hope, at Brooklyn ACC TO BE KILLED – 8/20/2019 “He was my North, my South, my East and West, my working week and my Sunday rest, my noon, my midnight, my talk, my song; I thought that love would last forever: I was wrong.” -- W. H. Auden Her owner died. It was that simple. And in that moment, she lost everything she had ever known, and everything she had loved and lived for. Affectionate, gentle, well behaved and sweet, this middle aged lady had known the joys of being loved, of being cherished, and of being an integral part of a family. When there were fireworks or other loud, scary noises, her parent would hold her close, cuddle her and whisper in her ear “don’t worry, honey, it will be alright” and calm her fears. When people would come to the home and she didn’t know them, she might try to flee and hide, but after a bit, and when she got to know them, she welcomed them with open paws and would play exuberantly. She liked to show off her commands, she loved to play with ropes and bones, and she adored playing in her back yard. Life was beautiful. Life was sweet. But now her life will be over, just like that of her parent, if no one will take in Cheetah and give her back her smile. Yes, she is heartbroken, and yes she is sad and confused. But in the hands of an experienced foster or adopter who can give her a calm, quiet, structured adult only home, she will be the big, sweet, silly and loving dog she has always been. Won’t you help her out? Please hurry and message our page or email us at [email protected] for assistance fostering or adopting beautiful, big hearted Cheetah. CHEETAH, ID# 72225, 7 Yrs. old, 89 lbs., Spayed Female Brooklyn ACC, Large Mixed Breed, Brown Brindle Surrender Reason: Owner Died ☹ Shelter Assessment Rating: New Hope Rescue Only Medical Behavior Rating: 3. Yellow AT RISK MEMO: Although she has shown significant improvement with certain staff, Cheetah remains highly fearful in the care center and is hesitant to interact at times. We feel she would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner who can allow her to acclimate and decompress at her own pace prior to seeking permanent placement. Cheetah was diagnosed with lameness on her right front. INTAKE NOTE – DATE OF INTAKE, 8/10/2019: During intake Cheetah was growling so no handling was done. OWNER SURRENDER NOTES – BASIC INFORMATION: Cheetah is a brown brindle female dog that was surrendered to the ACC as a stray due to the fact that her owner passed away. The last time Cheetah was seen by a vet is unknown. She had lived with 2 adults. When around strangers Cheetah will hard bark and growl but once she warms up she will play with adults exuberantly. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with children so it is unknown how he will react. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with another dog in the past 4 years so it is unknown how she will react. Cheetah has not spent time in the home with cats so it is unknown how she will react. It is unknown if Cheetah guards her resources. Cheetah does not have a bite history. She is housetrained and has a medium-high energy level. Other Notes: During loud noises and fireworks Cheetah becomes nervous and she will hide. She is not bothered if she is retained pushed off the furniture or disturbed while she sleeps. She is not bothered if she is bathed or brushed. It is unknown how she will react when having her nails trimmed. If someone unfamiliar approaches her home she will hard bark growl and lunge at the fence. She will growl if someone unfamiliar approaches her family member. Cheetah has never had a medical issue and has no known medical concerns. For a New Family to Know: Owner described her as affectionate, excitable and anxious at times. When at home she likes to be in the same room as her owner. She likes to play with ropes and chew bones. She as been kept mostly indoors and she eats dry dog food. When using the bathroom she will go outside on the grass or cement. When left alone in the home she is well behaves as long as she has a rope or chew toy. When left alone in the yard she is well behaved. She has never been crated so it is unknown how she will react. She is used to playing in the yard. She knows how to sit lay down and come when called. When off the leash she will stay by your side. Additional note: Previous caretaker reported Cheetah to growl toward novel people entering the home, but would readily refocus and retreat to her bed, avoiding interacting. Cheetah will also exhibit fearful behavior when exposed to loud noises (i.e. fireworks), where she has been observed to flee and hide. SHELTER ASSESSMENT SUMMARIES: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Neutral-tense, tail neutral, panting, ears erect, stays near door, explores somewhat, pacing, approaches handler, leans into and accepts contact, distracted by outside noises Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Neutral-tense, ears neutral, tail low, panting, leans into handler and accepts all contact Exuberant handling: Neutral-tense, ears neutral, tail low, panting, leans into handler and accepts all contact Handling comments: Continues to solicit attention from handler Arousal Jog: Follows handler, neutral, tail high Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: Stays near handler when assistant exits, solicits attention; No response to knock; Approaches assistant when enters, slow and wary, does not solicit attention Toy Toy comments: Minimal interest PLAYGROUP NOTES – DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: According to her previous caretaker, Cheetah has not interacted with other dogs in over four years, so her past behavior around dogs is unknown. 8/13-8/14: When off leash at the Care Center, Cheetah is introduced to a novel male dog. She greets him at the gate with a neutral body before walking away. Once the gate is opened, Cheetah avoids the male and handlers for the duration of the session. 8/15: Cheetah was introduced to a novel female dog today. Her behavior remains the same. FUN FACTS: Cheetah understands the cues for "sit," "lay down" and "come." INTAKE BEHAVIOR - Date of intake:: 8/10/2019 Summary:: Growled; No handling performed MEDICAL BEHAVIOR - Date of initial:: 8/13/2019 Summary:: Whale eyed, growled; Muzzled ENERGY LEVEL:: Cheetah has been observed to exhibit a medium level of energy during her interactions in the care center. We cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment, but we recommend that she be provided daily mental and physical stimulation as an outlet for her energy. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Cheetah’s overall level of fear with the potential for defensive aggression and anxiety, we feel she would be best set up to succeed in an adult-only home at this time. Place with a New Hope partner: Although she has shown significant improvement with certain staff, Cheetah remains highly fearful in the care center and is hesitant to interact at times. We feel she would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner who can allow her to acclimate and decompress at her own pace prior to seeking permanent placement. Force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing or exposing Cheetah to new and unfamiliar situations, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Anxiety Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Previous caretaker reported Cheetah to growl toward novel people entering the home and when approached. Although Cheetah has shown significant improvement with certain staff during her interactions in the care center, she remains overall fearful when introduced or exposed to new situations. Cheetah takes time to warm up and rapidly escalates to growling, hard barking and snapping when uncomfortable or fearful. It is advised to use a slow approach when handling Cheetah. She should never be forced to interact or approach if she is not comfortable and positive association should be paired with anything Cheetah displays fear toward. Please refer to the handout for Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Anxiety: Cheetah exhibits anxious behavior during her interactions in the care center, where she has been observed to pant, pace and attempt to flee or seek an exit. Please refer to the handout for Generalized Anxiety. MEDICAL NOTES 8/13/2019 DVM Intake Estimated age: 7years Microchip noted on Intake? Yes History: Owner surrender Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Observed behavior: Whale eye, growling. Muzzled for exam Evidence of cruelty seen: No Evidence of trauma seen: No Objective: Limited exam performed due to behavior P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 6/9 OP: Muzzled for exam EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: female spayed (reported to be spayed), no discharge. Unable to examine ventrum due to behavior INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4 NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: Clinically healthy Prognosis: Good Plan: -Start trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely Surgery: Spayed 8/15/2019 Hx: 8/13 Intake APH 8/15 Lameness on front limb noted on rounds board. Cageside exam performed due to P temperament. SO: Aprox 7 year old FS mixed breed dog, noted to be acutely lame on FRL. E/d well, no c/s/v/d. Unremarakble elimination. Showing teeth, growling and hard barking in kennel. Eyes: Unremarkable OU Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge Lungs: Eupneic U/G: Normal external genitalia. No discharge. Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with front right limb lameness/toe touching appreciated. No obvious swelling appreciated. BCS = 7/9 Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. A: FRL lameness r/o sprain vs strain vs arthritis vs other Plan: Continue to monitor at BACC Continue trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID Start Rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID x 7 days, reassess lameness 8/22, consider rads if no improvement *** TO FOSTER OR ADOPT *** CHEETAH IS RESCUE ONLY. You must fill out applications with New Hope Rescues to foster or adopt her. She cannot be reserved online at the ACC ARL, nor can she be direct adopted at the shelter. PLEASE HURRY AND MESSAGE OUR PAGE FOR ASSISTANCE!