AUTUMN – 12939
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SAFE 11/30/17
Autumn
Hello, my name is Autumn. My animal id is #12939. I am a desexed female black dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 18-Nov-2017.
Autumn is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex which is contagious to other dogs. Autumn will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. There are no known behavior concerns for Autumn at this time.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Our raven beauty may be called Autumn, but she’s a girl for all seasons. Beyond stunning in her striking black coat, her soft amber eyes are sultry and intense. Likely housetrained, she’s good on the leash, and when she sees another dog on the street, she gives a quick woof as if saying, ‘hey dog over there, come meet me and let’s play’. She’s enjoyed her playdates with males after the ‘getting to know you period’, preferring softer play over rough. As of this writing, she hasn’t been with females in group. Off leash in a pen, she played with a toy briefly, preferring to be by my side for some petting, burying her nose in my coat. Staff came out to talk to me, and when I stopped petting her I got a woof to remind me that she was there to be petted. So sweet. Her serious face provides cover for the soft and sensitive girl inside, the beating heart of friendship and love. Her exterior beauty will attract you, her inside beauty will hold you. Ask to meet her today.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 76 lbs
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020025082603 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allowed all handling, friendly and attention seeking, vocal Sex: intact female, possible heat (swollen vulva) Estimated Age: appx 2y Subjective: seemingly healthy dog Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: no staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy dog Plan: DVM intake
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:2y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, wags tail, seeks petting Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: no SS 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:ohe SURGERY: Okay for surgery
S/O -BAR, appears sweet and docile -sneezing, excessive serous nasal discharge -eupnic A CIRDC P move to isolation doxycycline 350 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 4 days
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by ASPCA. Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision. small raised alopecic mass on R medical metatarsal region
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 11/18/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/19/2017
Look:: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Toy:: 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish toy to you.
Summary:: Autumn was social and affectionate throughout her assessment; she displayed no concerns.
Summary:: Selective: These dogs can succeed with certain other dogs, but may be more selective or picky. They may dislike certain ‘types’ of dogs or styles of dog play so they may require extra supervision when interacting with other dogs. Due to arriving as a stray, history around dogs is unknown. Autumn has appeared most comfortable interacting with respectful, gently playful dogs. She has become overwhelmed by rougher styles of play. Based on observation, the behavior department feels Autumn would be most comfortable with slow introductions to respectful dogs.
Summary (1):: 11/18: When introduced off leash to a male greeter dog, Autumn engages in some bouncy play but may become overwhelmed as play becomes more rough.
Summary (2):: 11/19: Autumn is cautious and uncomfortable upon approach, and offers brief low growls when initially solicited with play. Once acclimated and having become acquainted with the helper male, she begins to engage in very brief bouts of play.
Date of intake:: 11/17/2017
Date of initial:: 11/17/2017
Summary:: Attention seeking, friendly
ENERGY LEVEL:: Autumn displays a high energy level in the care center. We recommend daily mental and physical stimulation as an outlet to direct her energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Autumn consistently displays highly social behavior with her human caretakers. She maintains a loose wiggly body throughout interactions and solicits attention from handlers.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
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