Chase is fearful, confused & stressed about the situation in the shelter A foster or loving, forever home will save his life. If you are experienced and patient and able to handle scared dogs and wanna give Chase a chance, please send a message immediately or email me at

Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com

Chase is a sweet, affectionate dog and needs a patient person and a loving home. He lived with kids before and was very sweet. At the shelter he initially displays a relaxed and playful demeanor, including soliciting attention from handlers but he has shown signs of high handling sensitivity and displayed fearful and defensive behavior, especially in his lower body or tail and has attempted to bite when touched in these areas.

After he was taken out of his kennel into the play yard and sniffing some freedom air, getting affection, pets and being able to run around and play, he was reluctant and scared to re-enter his kennel and the staff member moved to place a leash under the dog's belly to guide him into the kennel and Chase then became very fearful, stressed and defensive.

why the handler placed a leash under his belly in a already stressful situation for him, knowing about his sensitivity.. who knows…

Chase #A5652298   2yrs neutered  blk/wht pit bull  63 lbs. Owner surrender on 9/14/24 reason landlord

medium-energy available for adoption or foster through rescue partners, with a waiver and indemnity agreement required   Chase should be placed in a home where he is the only dog and with owners experienced in handling dogs with these behavioral traits. Chase’s ideal environment would be one where he can have the space to decompress and be handled with care.

Downey Animal Care Center 11258 Garfield Avenue Downey, CA 90242 (562) 940-6898 DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov