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Sylvester is a joyful and energetic young pup who’s always ready for an adventure! He’s a slender guy with a big personality, and his enthusiasm for life is contagious. Sylvester loves getting treats and cuddles!
When meeting people, he quickly warms up, showing off his happy wags and friendly prance. He’s well-mannered, is learning “sit,” and is easy to handle.
Sylvester also enjoys squeaky toys and loves to play, making him the perfect pup for an active household ready to give him the love and care he deserves. Could Sylvester be your new best friend?
Eligible for rescue, foster, and adoption. Meet Sylvester at ACCT Philly any day of the week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or email foster@acctphilly.org to express interest in fostering him.
Videos:
silly Sylvester: https://youtube.com/shorts/OlRdLIKtsxQ?feature=shared
Sylvester and Prada: https://youtube.com/shorts/rc8JHWHD-xw
Sylvester and Prada fence meet: https://youtube.com/shorts/T48WF9E72cU?feature=share
Sylvester and Buda: https://youtube.com/shorts/-eiZZFUpDdc
Behavior notes:
01/21/25 volunteer notes: I love my wiggly butt buddy! He was so excited greeting me in his kennel with his cute little sweater and couldn’t wait to get outside. We ran around to get some energy out and he really enjoyed playing with a stuffed toy. He is the sweetest boy who needs to get out of this shelter and thrive in his furever home. I just love him.
1/16/25 Per Foster: Sylvester is the cutest most cuddly buddy in the world. He loves people so so so much! He does have a tiny bit of separation anxiety so he hates when you leave him alone even if it’s just closing the door to use the restroom. He LOVES walks and we were even working on stay with me so he wasn’t pulling on the leash and rather loose leash walking was super proud of him! He also knows sit. He is super food motivated he loves a good treat and his engagement dog food bowl! Generally the best puppy in the world sadly I have to bring him back :( love him so so much ❤️
per staff 1/13: Sylvester did two dog meets today and was a very good boy! He very obviously wanted to play and unfortunately neither dog was too interested in playing back but he took it well, just letting out some whines. He is very treat motivated and loves to catch them! He was a bit jumpy getting out of his kennel but still fairly easy to leash, and no issues returning.
per volunteer 1/13: Sylvester loves treats! He’s not shy and will check your pockets for more treats! He’s very thin with prominent bones and I was happy to give him all of my treats. He took them gently and did sit for them.
Outside Sylvester seems to be a wiggly puppy. He is friendly and allows all pets and leans in!
Sylvester saw another dog and was happy to say hello through the fence.
He’s a friendly little guy!
1/12/25 volunteer notes: Spent time with Sylvester 1/12. We had no issues in or out of the kennels, and he was very excited to be going on a walk. He learned quickly where my treat pouch was and definitely was able to steal a few before I could stop him, no issues with removing him from the treat pouch. He’s an absolute sweetheart and was very excited to play with that Fries stuffy! He loved bringing it to me to see it as well then going back to running around the yard with it. ! He saw a dog through the fence, did some sniffs then continued on his way - he’s a very good boy!
1/12/25 volunteer notes: Sylvester is such a happy and energetic pup! He is so full of energy and couldn’t wait to get out of the kennel and get some fresh air. He’s a skinny little fella but that doesn’t slow him down. He loves treats and getting pets. Truly a joy to be around!
01/12/2025 staff notes
BEHAVIOR EVALUATION:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Stray
KENNEL PRESENTATION:
Sylvestor was on the backside of his kennel for cleaning and was sitting curled up by the divider. He began to wag when he saw the handler and came to the front. He sniffed the leash when the handler reached in but was nervous for the handler to actually reach him. Allowed for leashing ears to snout and exited without issue.
LEASH SKILLS:
Pulls minimally
HANDLING :
In the room Sylvestor was friendly and well mannered with all staff. He pranced around with soft eyes, mid level wags, and solicited from both of us. He allowed all over handling without any issues and leaned against us as we pet him. He showed knowledge of sit as well and overall was gentle with treats but when excited could be a bit snatchy!
PLAY:
Engages in play
TOYS:
Interest in squeaky toys
ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in. 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 a 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
** $25 in pledges for the rescue that pulls **
Sylvester is a joyful and energetic young pup who’s always ready for an adventure! He’s a slender guy with a big personality, and his enthusiasm for life is contagious. Sylvester loves getting treats and cuddles!
When meeting people, he quickly warms up, showing off his happy wags and friendly prance. He’s well-mannered, is learning “sit,” and is easy to handle.
Sylvester also enjoys squeaky toys and loves to play, making him the perfect pup for an active household ready to give him the love and care he deserves. Could Sylvester be your new best friend?
Eligible for rescue, foster, and adoption. Meet Sylvester at ACCT Philly any day of the week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or email foster@acctphilly.org to express interest in fostering him.
Videos:
silly Sylvester: https://youtube.com/shorts/OlRdLIKtsxQ?feature=shared
Sylvester and Prada: https://youtube.com/shorts/rc8JHWHD-xw
Sylvester and Prada fence meet: https://youtube.com/shorts/T48WF9E72cU?feature=share
Sylvester and Buda: https://youtube.com/shorts/-eiZZFUpDdc
Behavior notes:
01/21/25 volunteer notes: I love my wiggly butt buddy! He was so excited greeting me in his kennel with his cute little sweater and couldn’t wait to get outside. We ran around to get some energy out and he really enjoyed playing with a stuffed toy. He is the sweetest boy who needs to get out of this shelter and thrive in his furever home. I just love him.
1/16/25 Per Foster: Sylvester is the cutest most cuddly buddy in the world. He loves people so so so much! He does have a tiny bit of separation anxiety so he hates when you leave him alone even if it’s just closing the door to use the restroom. He LOVES walks and we were even working on stay with me so he wasn’t pulling on the leash and rather loose leash walking was super proud of him! He also knows sit. He is super food motivated he loves a good treat and his engagement dog food bowl! Generally the best puppy in the world sadly I have to bring him back :( love him so so much ❤️
per staff 1/13: Sylvester did two dog meets today and was a very good boy! He very obviously wanted to play and unfortunately neither dog was too interested in playing back but he took it well, just letting out some whines. He is very treat motivated and loves to catch them! He was a bit jumpy getting out of his kennel but still fairly easy to leash, and no issues returning.
per volunteer 1/13: Sylvester loves treats! He’s not shy and will check your pockets for more treats! He’s very thin with prominent bones and I was happy to give him all of my treats. He took them gently and did sit for them.
Outside Sylvester seems to be a wiggly puppy. He is friendly and allows all pets and leans in!
Sylvester saw another dog and was happy to say hello through the fence.
He’s a friendly little guy!
1/12/25 volunteer notes: Spent time with Sylvester 1/12. We had no issues in or out of the kennels, and he was very excited to be going on a walk. He learned quickly where my treat pouch was and definitely was able to steal a few before I could stop him, no issues with removing him from the treat pouch. He’s an absolute sweetheart and was very excited to play with that Fries stuffy! He loved bringing it to me to see it as well then going back to running around the yard with it. ! He saw a dog through the fence, did some sniffs then continued on his way - he’s a very good boy!
1/12/25 volunteer notes: Sylvester is such a happy and energetic pup! He is so full of energy and couldn’t wait to get out of the kennel and get some fresh air. He’s a skinny little fella but that doesn’t slow him down. He loves treats and getting pets. Truly a joy to be around!
01/12/2025 staff notes
BEHAVIOR EVALUATION:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Stray
KENNEL PRESENTATION:
Sylvestor was on the backside of his kennel for cleaning and was sitting curled up by the divider. He began to wag when he saw the handler and came to the front. He sniffed the leash when the handler reached in but was nervous for the handler to actually reach him. Allowed for leashing ears to snout and exited without issue.
LEASH SKILLS:
Pulls minimally
HANDLING :
In the room Sylvestor was friendly and well mannered with all staff. He pranced around with soft eyes, mid level wags, and solicited from both of us. He allowed all over handling without any issues and leaned against us as we pet him. He showed knowledge of sit as well and overall was gentle with treats but when excited could be a bit snatchy!
PLAY:
Engages in play
TOYS:
Interest in squeaky toys
ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in. 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 a 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
Stop in today! No appointment needed to view animals up for adoption! Details at https://acctphilly.org/how-to-adopt/
For animals located at the shelter, you can stop by between 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 111 W. Hunting Park Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19140
**Please bring photo ID with your current name and address**
If you are interested in a pet who is in foster care, reach out to the foster directly to schedule a meet and greet using contact information listed in the animal’s online bio. If no contact information has not been provided, email foster@acctphilly.org and a staff member will facilitate communication between the foster parent and interested adopter.
Stop in today! No appointment needed to view animals up for adoption! Details at https://acctphilly.org/how-to-adopt/
For animals located at the shelter, you can stop by between 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 111 W. Hunting Park Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19140
**Please bring photo ID with your current name and address**
If you are interested in a pet who is in foster care, reach out to the foster directly to schedule a meet and greet using contact information listed in the animal’s online bio. If no contact information has not been provided, email foster@acctphilly.org and a staff member will facilitate communication between the foster parent and interested adopter.
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LOOKING TO ADOPT?
Email: adopt@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/adopt
Adoptions hours:
Monday -Sunday: 10am - 6pm
(please arrive by 5:30 pm for adoptions)
INTERESTED IN FOSTERING?
Email: foster@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/foster
Foster care hours:
Monday - Friday: 1pm - 8pm
Weekends: 10am - 5pm
We are located at:
111 W. Hunting Park Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
LOOKING TO ADOPT?
Email: adopt@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/adopt
Adoptions hours:
Monday -Sunday: 10am - 6pm
(please arrive by 5:30 pm for adoptions)
INTERESTED IN FOSTERING?
Email: foster@acctphilly.org
Visit: http://www.acctphilly.org/foster
Foster care hours:
Monday - Friday: 1pm - 8pm
Weekends: 10am - 5pm
We are located at:
111 W. Hunting Park Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
More about this shelter
The Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) is the region’s largest animal care and control service provider. ACCT Philly is an independent, 501c3 nonprofit organization, contracted by the City of Philadelphia to provide animal control services. Our animal control officers provide service over 142.6 square miles to the city’s more than 1.5 million residents and ACCT Philly’s facility in North Philadelphia handles more than 17,000 of the city’s animals, from dogs and cats, to small animals, reptiles, birds and wildlife, annually.
In addition to animal control and sheltering, ACCT Philly is open 365 days a year for pet adoptions. ACCT Philly also supports a foster care program where community members provide temporary homes for sheltered animals and one of the (if not THE) most extensive rescue partnership program in the country where approved rescue partners accept ACCT Philly animals into their adoption programs. Under contract ACCT Philly’s Animal Control Officers provide animal control services and code enforcement. Other exciting ACCT Philly programs include a food pantry for low-income pet owners, a vibrant volunteer program, trap-neuter-return for community cats, a unique Pen Pal program to assist dogs at risk … and so much more!
The Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) is the region’s largest animal care and control service provider. ACCT Philly is an independent, 501c3 nonprofit organization, contracted by the City of Philadelphia to provide animal control services. Our animal control officers provide service over 142.6 square miles to the city’s more than 1.5 million residents and ACCT Philly’s facility in North Philadelphia handles more than 17,000 of the city’s animals, from dogs and cats, to small animals, reptiles, birds and wildlife, annually.
In addition to animal control and sheltering, ACCT Philly is open 365 days a year for pet adoptions. ACCT Philly also supports a foster care program where community members provide temporary homes for sheltered animals and one of the (if not THE) most extensive rescue partnership program in the country where approved rescue partners accept ACCT Philly animals into their adoption programs. Under contract ACCT Philly’s Animal Control Officers provide animal control services and code enforcement. Other exciting ACCT Philly programs include a food pantry for low-income pet owners, a vibrant volunteer program, trap-neuter-return for community cats, a unique Pen Pal program to assist dogs at risk … and so much more!
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