Meet Tarmack! Tarmack was found as a stray and brought to ACC by police officers after being discovered in the Bronx. The shelter environment has been overwhelming for him, and he's understandably fearful right now. When approached calmly-and especially with tasty treats-he shows that he wants to engage and can be guided safely. Beneath the stress, Tarmack is a sensitive dog who's trying to figure things out and needs someone willing to move at his pace. My Ideal Home Tarmack needs a calm, low-traffic, adult-only home with an experienced adopter who understands fearful dogs. He'll do best with predictable routines, quiet surroundings, and lots of patience. Slow, choice-based introductions to people and new environments-paired with positive reinforcement-will help him build trust and confidence over time. Good with Kids? No. Tarmack requires an adult-only home (no children under 13) due to fear-based behaviors and sensitivity to handling and sudden movement. Good with Other Pets? No known history. In the shelter, he has not shown overt reactivity during assessments, but introductions to any other pets would need to be extremely slow, structured, and guided by an experienced handler after a full decompression period. Leash Manners Walks with little pulling but is hypervigilant and tense. He benefits from quiet routes, distance from triggers, and gentle encouragement with treats to help him feel safe while moving through the world. Overall Health Healthy overall. Behavior Determination Level 4 - Experienced Adopters Only. Tarmack displays fear-based behaviors, including growling and lunging when overwhelmed. He needs a home committed to slow progress, force-free training, and allowing him to initiate interactions. Building trust will be key to his success. Other Fun Facts • Highly food-motivated, which helps him learn and feel more secure • Sensitive soul who does best with quiet and consistency • Likely to blossom once he's out of the shelter and given time to decompress • Looking for a patient person who can help him feel safe and understood Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 53lbs Age: 2yrs 0mths 1wks