Check out our sister brand, Kinship, for vet chat, a nutrition calculator, basic obedience training, and (much) more. So you're never flying solo in this pet parenting thing.
Kelp Banner is a charming 7-year-old who found himself at the shelter after a kind Good Samaritan rescued him from wandering alone. Despite his sudden change in surroundings, Kelp has shown us what a polite, friendly, and all-around sweet dog he is.
Kelp seems to have been well-cared-for in his past, so we believe he may have had a home before. Understandably, he’s a bit unsure about how he ended up here, and he’s hoping for a quick reunion with a loving family.
If you’re looking for a gentle, well-mannered companion who’s ready to fill your days with affection and joy, Kelp Banner might just be your perfect match. Come meet him today and maybe you can be the happily ever after he deserves!
Kelp Banner is currently eligible for rescue, foster and adoption. Head to 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:
Meet Kelp Banner: https://youtube.com/shorts/2zWJxwb2mcg?si=F36xAcxlH86eafaA
Kelp Banner intro in the yard: https://youtube.com/shorts/vBzgEo7AoFg?feature=shared
Behavioral:
Per volunteer 1/26: Kelp Banner in the iso yard! As always, he's the sweetest gentle giant, the definitely of "big head no thoughts". He really seems to be coming out of his shell, coming over for more attention rather than just sniffing around on his own. He accepted lots of pets and had a goofy little trot to come over when I called him. He was definitely very interested in a dog he saw through the fence, but came back over when I called/pulled his leash. He's always a joy to take out and such a sweetheart
Per Staff 01/19/2025 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Stray
KENNEL PRESENTATION:
Kelp Banner was alert barking at the front with soft eyes and a wagging tail. He was patient for leashing and came right out.
LEASH SKILLS:
Pulls minimally
HANDLING :
In the room, Kelp Banner was super friendly and greeted everyone with a smile and a mid level wagging tail. He allowed all handling and did his rounds around the room for attention. He took treats gently and sat patiently for them. He showed minimal interest in me attempting to play with him as he is older and wants to relax and go for walks. An overall perfect boy.
PLAY:
No interest
TOYS
Takes possession
COLOR LEVEL & ANY RECOMMENDATIONS:
Green
1/20 Volunteer noted: Kelp Banner was such a sweet, independent boy! He enjoyed sniffing around on his own and exploring his environment, but he would come back to me every now and then and take treats incredibly gently. He was really interested in seeing dogs through the fence and wanted to say hi. Overall he was such a gentle giant and a pleasure to walk!
Per volunteer 1/18/25: Kelp Banner just arrived at the shelter as a stray. He was happy to go outside. Walked really well on his leash, no pulling at all. Kelp showed me that he knows sit, and takes treats gently. He is also seems to be in really good condition for being a senior boy. He allowed all over pets. He has very kind eyes and is a wiggly boy. But he is definitely confused why he is at the shelter. In the yard he was doing some exit searching and whining, looking for his people. He is also in kennel in a pretty busy area so he seems stressed being in that kennel, unable to relax. Hopefully after a few days he will settle in some more. He is a sweet dog and hopefully his owners come for him or he can leave with a foster or adopter quickly!
Per staff 1/18/25: Seemed a little nervous was whimpering and running in circles but was very friendly and opened to pets from all strangers.
1/18/25 finder noted that he was Very friendly, loves cuddles, listens to commands and that he was excited to be around their 5LB dog. They also noted that he is friendly, cuddly, scared, Playful. Anxious, whines unless being pet or talked to.
Medical:
Per intake exam 1/18/25:
Body Condition Score 5 - Ideal
Eyes - slightly pink
Ears - waxy
Nose - clear
Mouth/Teeth/Gums - severe tartar and staining, k9s appear filed down
Coat & Skin - no fleas/flea dirt
Urogenital - male, intact both testicles present
Gait/Mobility - normal no lameness
Attitude: BAR, friendly
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.
Meet Kelp Banner!
Kelp Banner is a charming 7-year-old who found himself at the shelter after a kind Good Samaritan rescued him from wandering alone. Despite his sudden change in surroundings, Kelp has shown us what a polite, friendly, and all-around sweet dog he is.
Kelp seems to have been well-cared-for in his past, so we believe he may have had a home before. Understandably, he’s a bit unsure about how he ended up here, and he’s hoping for a quick reunion with a loving family.
If you’re looking for a gentle, well-mannered companion who’s ready to fill your days with affection and joy, Kelp Banner might just be your perfect match. Come meet him today and maybe you can be the happily ever after he deserves!
Kelp Banner is currently eligible for rescue, foster and adoption. Head to 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:
Meet Kelp Banner: https://youtube.com/shorts/2zWJxwb2mcg?si=F36xAcxlH86eafaA
Kelp Banner intro in the yard: https://youtube.com/shorts/vBzgEo7AoFg?feature=shared
Behavioral:
Per volunteer 1/26: Kelp Banner in the iso yard! As always, he's the sweetest gentle giant, the definitely of "big head no thoughts". He really seems to be coming out of his shell, coming over for more attention rather than just sniffing around on his own. He accepted lots of pets and had a goofy little trot to come over when I called him. He was definitely very interested in a dog he saw through the fence, but came back over when I called/pulled his leash. He's always a joy to take out and such a sweetheart
Per Staff 01/19/2025 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Stray
KENNEL PRESENTATION:
Kelp Banner was alert barking at the front with soft eyes and a wagging tail. He was patient for leashing and came right out.
LEASH SKILLS:
Pulls minimally
HANDLING :
In the room, Kelp Banner was super friendly and greeted everyone with a smile and a mid level wagging tail. He allowed all handling and did his rounds around the room for attention. He took treats gently and sat patiently for them. He showed minimal interest in me attempting to play with him as he is older and wants to relax and go for walks. An overall perfect boy.
PLAY:
No interest
TOYS
Takes possession
COLOR LEVEL & ANY RECOMMENDATIONS:
Green
1/20 Volunteer noted: Kelp Banner was such a sweet, independent boy! He enjoyed sniffing around on his own and exploring his environment, but he would come back to me every now and then and take treats incredibly gently. He was really interested in seeing dogs through the fence and wanted to say hi. Overall he was such a gentle giant and a pleasure to walk!
Per volunteer 1/18/25: Kelp Banner just arrived at the shelter as a stray. He was happy to go outside. Walked really well on his leash, no pulling at all. Kelp showed me that he knows sit, and takes treats gently. He is also seems to be in really good condition for being a senior boy. He allowed all over pets. He has very kind eyes and is a wiggly boy. But he is definitely confused why he is at the shelter. In the yard he was doing some exit searching and whining, looking for his people. He is also in kennel in a pretty busy area so he seems stressed being in that kennel, unable to relax. Hopefully after a few days he will settle in some more. He is a sweet dog and hopefully his owners come for him or he can leave with a foster or adopter quickly!
Per staff 1/18/25: Seemed a little nervous was whimpering and running in circles but was very friendly and opened to pets from all strangers.
1/18/25 finder noted that he was Very friendly, loves cuddles, listens to commands and that he was excited to be around their 5LB dog. They also noted that he is friendly, cuddly, scared, Playful. Anxious, whines unless being pet or talked to.
Medical:
Per intake exam 1/18/25:
Body Condition Score 5 - Ideal
Eyes - slightly pink
Ears - waxy
Nose - clear
Mouth/Teeth/Gums - severe tartar and staining, k9s appear filed down
Coat & Skin - no fleas/flea dirt
Urogenital - male, intact both testicles present
Gait/Mobility - normal no lameness
Attitude: BAR, friendly
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.
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.
Go meet their pets
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!
Other pets at this
shelter
We'll also keep you updated on Bodine's adoption status with email updates.
