ANDRE – 12049
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11-15-2017 Manhattan
Rescue: RTO
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RTO SAFE 11/15/17
Andre
Hello, my name is Andre. My animal id is #12049. I am a male brown dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 07-Nov-2017.
Sorry, this pet is for new hope partners only.
Andre is at risk due to behavior (New Hope Only determination). Andre has shown warning signs in the care center such as low growls when uncomfortable with touch an handling, and he should go to a home that will be respectful of hi threshold for attention. There are no known medical concerns for Andres at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 55.4 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age 4y reported Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -terrified, tail between legs eyes averted flinches when touched.muzzled Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =80 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: limited-front teeth clean PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, , Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment; healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Andre came in with a tense body and tucked tail. When approached he attempted to hide his face and body so no handling was performed. Owner collared and leashed him to reduce stress.
Date of Intake: 11/7/2017
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Andre is a 4 year old large dog whom was gotten from a relative and was kept in the same home for 4 years. Unfortunately due to personal problems he could not be kept.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 2 children
How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers he is described as shy for a few minutes and will occasionally growl. He plays exuberantly with them.
How is this dog around children?: Around children he is described as playful, respectful and plays exuberantly and somewhat rough.
How is this dog around other dogs?: He has not been socialized with other dogs so this behavior is unknown.
How is this dog around cats?: He has not been socialized with cats so this behavior is unknown.
Resource guarding:: Andre has no known resource guarding issues.
Bite history:: Andre has no known bite histories
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: high energy level
Other Notes:: He is known to bark a lot, mostly loud noises or when people are having conflicts around him and isn’t bothered with fireworks or storms. He isn’t bothered with having his food or toys touched, being held or restrained, being given a bath, being brushed or having his nails trimmed. He will bark and growl when unfamiliar people approach his owner and his home. Previous owner described him as territorial in his home.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Andre has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know: Andre is described as affectionate, shy, independent, fearful and pushy. He enjoys playing with balls and ropes and enjoys playing tug and chase. He ate Alpo wet food 2 times a day, is considered house-trained, well behaved when he is left alone, knows the commands sit, stay and down, prefers to be walked 3-4 times a day and pulls slightly on leash.
Date of intake:: 11/7/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender (in previous home for 4 years)
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 2 children
Behavior toward strangers:: Shy at first, may occasionally growl, when comfortable will play exuberantly
Behavior toward children:: Plays exuberantly with resident children, at times plays a little rough
Behavior toward dogs:: Not socialized with other dogs, unknown
Behavior toward cats:: Not socialized with cats, unknown
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Andre is described as affectionate, shy, independent, fearful and pushy with a high energy level.
Other Notes:: Owner reports Andre was not socialized, kept in the same room for 4 years.
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Andre warmed up to the handler significantly, jumping up affectionately, leaning in- but did not warm up to the assessor at any time while in the room. Out of concern for his stress levels, we feel Andre is not a great candidate for the up close handling portion of the assessment at this time.Please see owner surrender profile notes for a full summary of his behavior in his previous home. Andre showed minimal interest in Toy, gently placing in mouth but losing focus, more interested in attention from handler. This may be due to environment as owner reports Andre enjoys balls and ropes, as well as playing chase and tug.
Summary (1):: 11/10: When introduced off leash to a female greeter dog, Andre avoids interaction and seeks exit.
Date of intake:: 11/7/2017
Summary:: During intake, Andre’s tail was tucked, attempting to hide from counselor.
Date of initial:: 11/7/2017
Summary:: During medical, Andre was tense, tail tucked, eyes wide, flinched when touched.
ENERGY LEVEL:: His owner describes Andre as having a high level of energy. In the care center, Andre is displaying low energy, timid and cautious- this is most likely due to the highly stressful environment.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Andre has displayed distance increasing behaviors while in his kennel (growling, whale eyeing, lip licking) but has warmed up to select handlers with a slow approach. Andre has warmed up to select handlers significantly, jumping up affectionately and leaning in.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: NEW HOPE ONLY
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: Andre has not been socialized and will need a very slow introduction to new and novel people and stimuli. Once comfortable with one person, he is affectionate and solicits attention, but will become wary of quick movement from others. We recommend a calm, quiet, structured, routine environment to help Andre acclimate and know what to expect. We feel children may be intimidating to Andre at this time and may do best in a quiet, adult only household that can respect his need for space.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Andre’s owner reports he may growl occasionally at strangers. Andre would do best with a slow introduction, he should never be forced to submit to petting or handling when he is showing signs of being uncomfortable. Andre should be spoken to in a soft, gentle voice. It is important to make sure Andre remains under threshold so his warning growl does not escalate to a bite.
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