ATKINS – 12551
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SAFE 12/29/17
Atkins
Hello, my name is Atkins. My animal id is #12551. I am a desexed male black dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 1 months 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a returns on 12-Dec-2017.
Atkins is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infection Respiratory Disease Complex and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other dogs. Atkins is suitable for an average or experienced pet owner.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: I’m pretty sure Atkins is the sweetest little man in the entire universe! He was named after the street he was found curled up on, but has since spent time in a home and his person confirms that he is friendly, affectionate and (bonus!) mellow. He has been very easy to walk on leash, can be timid if there is lots of commotion, seems very housebroken, and does “sit” and “down” for treats. As soon as I let him off leash he initiates THE most endearing version of the zoomies — it’s like he’s one of those old-fashioned spinning top toys made of tin or wood. Round and round he goes until usually landing at my feet where he flops over on his side (he is still a teeny tiny bit bashful and not ready to go all the way belly up yet!), it’s so sweet! His eyes all but speak, he gives kisses like a gentleman, and is the perfect size to hang out in your lap. Plus if I give him a pile of treats he has an adorable habit of taking them one at a time to his bed where he eats them and then hops back down to get a refill. I have a feeling that whoever takes him home is going to wonder how they ever got by without him…we hope you’ll come meet him at Brooklyn ACC! A staff member writes: Meet Atkins. Unlike the diet, Atkins will fatten you up with love. The perfect day for this guy is spending time lounging around on the couch, with his feet up and belly ready for rubs. Atkins’s superpower include, warming your heart, making you laugh, and curling his whole body into your lap. He prefers that you take time getting to know him, he is a shy guy. If you love the same interest as Atkins, than he is waiting for you at Animal Care Centers in Brooklyn New York.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 48.8 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~3-5yrs Microchip noted on Intake? no History : Stray Subjective: Observed Behavior – QARH. Nervous, trembling, tail tucked, allowed all handling Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate dental tartar/staining, PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Mild dental disease Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Consider dental cleaning with placement Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: OK for surgery
Pre-op exam S/O: BAR. Active, attention seeking. EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge HL: No coughing or sneezing A: No concerns on observation P: Based on chart review and no signs of CIRDC, OK for surgery tomorrow
Pre Op Exam S: BARH. no c/s/v/d very active and happy tail wagging O: EENT – mild dental tartar, ears have some wax, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: NSR HR = 60. RR = panting. ABD: Both test descended MSI: Ambulatory x 4 did palpate some crepitus in right stifle – slightly bow legged CNS: Appropriate OK for surger Will X-ray RR while under anesthesia
[Anesthesia Template] Record in Mgs or MLS (identify which one) and Route of Administration Pre Medication Dexdomitor: 0,11 MLs. IM. = -.56 mg Hydromorphone: 0.93 MLs IM = 1.8 Mg Local Anesthetic Blocks: Lidocaine: 0.9 mls diluted in saline Anesthetic Induction Midazolam – 0.75 ML = 3.727 mg Propofol: = 3.73 MLs = 37.27 mg Gas Maintenance: Isoflorane % : 1 % NSAID Carprofen – 0.82 mls. = 41 mg
[Surgery Template – Dog Neuter] Was this dog a cryptorchid? No If so describe – Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 2-0 PDS Sub Q closure: 2-0 PDS Skin closure? 2-0 PDS sub cuticular Lateral Stifle = DJD present – suspect that there was trauma to this knee at some point, possible partial cruciate tear. Adopters should follow up with vet.
New CIRDC noted by adopter-reported to be sneezing, coughing, with nasal d/c 11/19: Lateral right Stifle = DJD present – suspect that there was trauma to this knee at some point, possible partial cruciate tear. Subjective: BARH. Coughing and sneezing on exam. No v/d. Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: mild serous nasal d/c bilaterally, no ocular d/c ou, clean ears PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, unkempt dry haircoat, bowed back legs CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: CIRDC DJD in right stifle Mild dental disease Plan: Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x14d Follow up with primary care vet for DJD in stifles Prognosis: good
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~4yrs Microchip noted on Intake? Yes 981020023390399 History : Return adoption Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Allows all handling, wagging tail Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate dental tartar, pink mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, generalized dry, brittle coat hair coat (mild), few small areas of patchy alopecia at dorsum CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: dermatitis Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent
Signs of CIRDC reported by ACS S/O: QAR – quieter than usual. Appetite OK. Attention seeking, few piles of phlegm in cage EENT: Eyes clear, minimal nasal discharge HL: Dry hacking cough MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Neutered A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 250mg PO q24 x 14 days. Excellent prognosis
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
During intake Atkins was friendly and outgoing. He allowed the counselor to collar him and take hi picture with no problems.
Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered
Basic Information:: Atkins is a 4 year old black neutered dog who was surrendered due to tenant/landlord issues. The owner adopted Atkins from the ACC 3 weeks ago.
Previously lived with:: Owner
How is this dog around strangers?: Owner stated that when around strangers Atkins is friendly and outgoing. When playing with adults he is gentle.
How is this dog around children?: Atkins has not spent time around children in the home so it is unknown how he will react.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Atkins has not spent time in the home around other dog so it is unknown how he will react.
How is this dog around cats?: Atkins has not spent time in the home around cats so it is unknown how he will react.
Resource guarding:: If someone was to touch his food treats or toys he is friendly. If someone was to approach his house or family member he will bark.
Bite history:: Atkins has never bitten a person or another animal.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
Other Notes:: Atkins has never been bathed, brushed nor had his nails trimmed by his owner so it is unknown how he will react.Atkins isn’t bothered if he is restrained, pushed off the couch or disturbed while he sleeps
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No reported medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Owner described Atkins as friendly affectionate and mellow. When at home he will follow his owner around. He likes to play with balls and ropes. He has been kept mostly indoors and eats dry food. He is very much house broken and will go on the grass or cement or on wee-wee pads in the home. When left alone in the house he i well behaved. Atkins has never been crated or left in the yard so it is unknown how he will react. Atkins knows how to sit, come, and stay. He is used to brisk walks on the leash. When off the leash he will stay by his owner side.
Date of intake:: 12/12/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: Adult
Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly, outgoing, gentle
Behavior toward children:: Unknown
Behavior toward dogs:: Unknown
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Friendly, affectionate and mellow with a medium activity level
Date of assessment:: 11/16/2017
Look:: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body low and a bit fearful.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Atkins was tense and uncomfortable during the handling assessment. He was nervous(ears back, lip lick.) but allowed handling with a slow approach.
Summary (1):: Atkins has a calm demeanor, but will engage in gentle play with selected dogs. He does not solicits attention from neuter male dogs, will status seek with an intact male dog. Atkins spends most of his sessions exploring the yard. He was surrender as a stray so his past behavior with other dogs is unknown. The Behavior Department recommends that Atkins be placed in home with resident dogs that match his calm energy. 11/15: When off leash at the Care Center, Atkins slowly approaches the female greeter with a low body. He briefly exchanges greets, before moving away. 11/16: Atkins most keeps to himself when introduced to a neuter male dog. When intact males enters the group, Atkins tenses and status seeks with them. He is slow to respond to handler interruptions and follows the other males around the pen. Atkins was returned to the Care Center, and his recent adopter reported that Atkins did not socialize with other dogs while in their care. 12/13: Today, Atkins was introduced to a novel female dog. He displayed a soft posture before walking away and investigating the pens. 12/15-16: Atkins continues to explore the pen with a soft boy. 12/20: Today, Atkins engaged in brief bouts of play, with some body contact. He explores the pens the rest of his session. 12/21: Atkins explores the pens, tolerating the other dogs persistent paw slaps. He displays a neutral posture and mostly keeps to himself.
Date of intake:: 12/12/2017
Summary:: Friendly, outgoing
Date of initial:: 11/14/2017
Summary:: Nervous, trembling, tail tucked, allowed all handling
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Atkins so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. Atkins displayed low energy and movement throughout assessment. He will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No young children (under 5)
Recommendations comments:: Atkins seems a bit uncomfortable with quick movements and may be most comfortable in a home without very young children, particularly until the reason for his crying out when picked up is determined. Dog-savvy young children can be considered pending interaction. He otherwise shows good coping skills, even when uncomfortable, and has been quite human social with his caretakers in the care center.
Potential challenges: : Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: The behavior department recommends allowing Atkins to approach his potential new adopters at his own pace. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing/exposing Atkins to new and unfamiliar situations.
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Intake Date: 11/14/17, Intake Type: Stray
Medical Behavior: Blue, Sex: Male, Age: 4 years,
Weight: 41 lbs
DVM Intake Exam; Estimated age: ~3-5yrs; Microchip noted on Intake? no; History : Stray; Subjective: Observed Behavior – QARH. Nervous, trembling, tail tucked, allowed all handling; Objective ; P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9; EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted; Oral Exam: Moderate dental tartar/staining, PLN: No enlargements noted; H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic; ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated; U/G: Male; MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat; CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities; Assessment: Mild dental disease; Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Consider dental cleaning with placement; Prognosis: Excellent; SURGERY: OK for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Date of assessment: 16-Nov-2017
Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body low and a bit fearful.
Paw squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Toy: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary: Atkins was tense and uncomfortable during the handling assessment. He was nervous(ears back, lip lick.) but allowed handling with a slow approach.
PLAY GROUP
Atkins was surrender as a stray so his past behavior with other dogs is unknown.
11/15: When off leash at the Care Center, Atkins slowly approaches the female greeter with a low body. He briefly exchanges greets, before moving away.
11/16: Atkins most keeps to himself when introduced to a neuter male dog. When intact males enters the group, Atkins tenses and status seeks with them. He is slow to respond to handler interruptions and follows the other males around the pen.
Atkins was returned to the Care Center, and his recent adopter reported that Atkins did not socialize with other dogs while in their care.
12/13: Today, Atkins was introduced to a novel female dog. He displayed a soft posture before walking away and investigating the pens.
Date of intake:12-Dec-2017
Summary: Friendly, outgoing
Date of initial: 14-Nov-2017
Summary: Nervous, trembling, tail tucked, allowed all handling
ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Atkins so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. Atkins displayed low energy and movement throughout assessment. He will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Recommendations: No young children (under 5)
Recommendations comments: Atkins seems a bit uncomfortable with quick movements and may be most comfortable in a home without very young children, particularly until the reason for his crying out when picked up is determined. Dog-savvy young children can be considered pending interaction. He otherwise shows good coping skills, even when uncomfortable, and has been quite human social with his caretakers in the care center.
Potential challenges: Fearful
Potential challenges comments: Fearful: The behavior department recommends allowing Atkins to approach his potential new adopters at his own pace. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing/exposing Atkins to new and unfamiliar situations.
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