ASHTON – A1116617

 

Manhattan Center

My name is ASHTON. My Animal ID # is A1116617.
I am a male cream shih tzu mix. The shelter thinks I am about 13 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 06/26/2017 from NY 10453, owner surrender reason stated was PET HEALTH.

07/06/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Ashton A1116617 was placed At Risk for CIRDC and other medical reasons- please see notes below

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
07/06/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 21.4 LBS.

07/06/17 15:07 S/O: good appetite and energy OU mild mucoid dc, chemosis, no obvious ulceration serous nasal dc A: cirdc P: move to iso cwct for KCS 100mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

06/26/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
06/26/17 22:14 Basic Information: Ashton is a 13yr old small do who was a gift from a fiend. He has been kept in the same home since he was a few months old but unfortunately could not be kept due to his health and owners lack of time. Ashton has a ear and eye infection and was last taken to the vet at least 6 months ago for it. Socialization: Around strangers and children he is known as playful, respectful and relaxed. He plays very gentle with both adults and children. He has been socialized with cats and dogs and he is relaxed, respectful and gentle with them as well. No record of him ever biting another animal or person. Behavior: Ashton will use the bathroom both indoors and outdoors and anywhere he feels like he has to. He barks a lot when he wants attention or when he sees another dog to let the dog knows he sees him. He isn’t bothered during loud noises and reacts friendly to all situations> Whether its having toys, food or treats touched when he is eating, being bathed or having his nails cut, being hel or restrained, disturbed while resting or unfamiliar people approaching his home or owner, he is very friendly and welcomes everyone. For a New Family to Know: He is described as friendly, affectionate, somewhat playful, confident, independent and mellow. He has a medium activity level, rarely seeks attention when home with you, like to play with balls and bones, enjoys playing fetch and chase occasionally and has been kept indoors only. He sleeps in a kennel, eats puppy chow dry food 2x a day, seems house-trained, will have daily accidents, can use the bathroom anywhere both indoors and outdoors, is well behaved when left alone. does good in a crate when the door is open, doesn’t know any commands, likes to go on walks at least once a day, pulls lightly on leash and will run away off leash. Intake: Upon intake he allowed all handling, being collared and having his picture taken.

07/06/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Ashton is very dear to me. We volunteers so often bond with the dogs we meet upon their arrival to the care center. Ashton is one of them. He came in quite matted and afflicted with a bad ear and eye infection that we have treated. Ashton has also been groomed and looks now really neat in his summer haircut. He does not appear at all his age, said to be 13!! Ashton is a bit bored in his kennel but wakes up at once when he is called. Leashed in no time, we find ourselves quickly in the street for a good walk around the block. Ashton keeps a clean den and does his business with some marking during his stroll. Other dogs are met properly and in playgroup. Ashton does what little dogs do best, minds his own business. He is a friendly and gentle character who enjoys the lap and the arms. He is a very pleasant little dog to spend time with. Ashton is with us for no fault of his own. His long standing owner is leaving for another country and can not take him along. Ashton comes with good recommendations, being good with kids, dogs, cats and strangers, is free of handling issues and well mannered when alone in the house. Ashton and us are now just waiting for that wonderful new owner fond of the elderly and who will welcome with love Ashton in his or her home. Another volunteer writes: Hello, humans! My name is Ashton, and I’m a 13 year old gentleman. Now, you may be doing the math and thinking that 13 is dog year is…well, I can’t do math because I’m a dog. And besides, age ain’t nothing but a thing–am I right? I’m a happy, affectionate guy, and I have a spring in my step and whole lot of sweetness and spirit packed into this little body! I love taking walks and spending time with my human friends. My vision isn’t so great, but I don’t let that bother me at all! I walk up and down the steps and back and forth to the park like a champ. When I’m not exploring the world, I like to snuggle up next to my human friends and chill out for a bit. If you’re looking for a calm, sweet, and lovable dude to be your new best friend, look no more–I’m right here!

06/28/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile 6/26/17 Unaltered Male, Owner Surrender (In previous home for thirteen years) Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward strangers: Playful, respectful, and relaxed Behavior toward children: Playful, respectful, and relaxed Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed, respectful, and gentle Behavior toward cats: Relaxed, respectful, and gentle Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: No Energy level/descriptors: Ashton is described as friendly, affectionate, somewhat playful, confident, independent, and mellow with a medium activity level. Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 6/28/16 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is closed. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Ashton displayed no concerning behaviors on his assessment. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: 6/27: When introduced off leash to dogs in the care center, Ashton keeps mostly to himself and does not seek to interact. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Upon intake, Ashton allowed handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 6/26/17 During his initial medical exam, Aston was unpredictable. ENERGY LEVEL: Ashton’s previous owner described him as having a medium level of activity. RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

06/27/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
6/27: When introduced off leash to dogs in the care center, Ashton keeps mostly to himself and does not seek to interact.

06/26/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: +/- 13 year Microchip noted on Intake? none scanned History : Surrendered by owner w/ known hx of otitis and eye infection, leaving to travel out of country tomorrow Subjective: BAR Hyd wnl Observed Behavior – Can try to bite when stressed other wise ok Evidence of Cruelty seen – Full circumferenc matted mid r/u distally. multiple matts on trunk, hind legs hocks distally alopecia w/ erythema and abrasions extending to lat aspect of pads 5th digit, ventral mandible moist dermatitis Evidence of Trauma seen – none observed Objective BAR Hydr wnl T = NE to perform rectal P = 152 R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: OU severe crusted discharge in shape of small pine cone extending from lower mc junction palpebra , scleral inj, cpaque corneas. AU severely malodorus otitis-otic exam not possible Oral Exam: mild tartar, hyperemic gingiva PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, +/- 2/6 hm CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses U/G: MI, while waiting for exam dog repeatedly lifted leg to urinate-non productive MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: soft stool, prostate over pelvic brim Assessment: HM r/o stress, metabolic, cardiogenic AU r/o allergies, infection, conformation other OU r/o kcs (primary vs secondary), environmental nf, uveitis other r/o marking vs r/o prostate dz, uti, other severely matted Plan: clipped crusted d/c ou erythromycin OU TID rec abd rads, ear clean +/- wil require sedation>> vetcheck for tomorrow Prognosis: guarded to good SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age, hm

07/06/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
07/06/17 15:07 S/O: good appetite and energy OU mild mucoid dc, chemosis, no obvious ulceration serous nasal dc A: cirdc P: move to iso cwct for KCS 100mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

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