BAGEL – 19251
Safe - 4-7-2018 Staten Island
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BAGEL – 19251
Care Center Location: Staten Island; ZIP Code From: 10303; Intake Type: Stray
Medical Behavior: Green; Age: 2 years; Sex: Male; Weight: 57 lbs
DVM Intake Exam; Estimated age: 2 years; History : stray; Subjective: Observed Behavior – friendly; Objective ; BCS 5/9; EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted; Oral Exam: minimal dental calc; PLN: No enlargements noted; H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic; ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated; U/G: MI, 2 descended testicles; MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, notch in tip of left ear pinna; CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities; Assessment; appears healthy; Prognosis: good; Plan: SURGERY: Okay for surgery
A Little Bit About Me…
A volunteer writes: “A REAL CHARMER”
When I approached Bagel’s kennel he was so happy to see me, and we hadn’t been formally introduced yet. Once out of the kennel, I found myself on the receiving end of a nice bug hug. Once we exited the shelter, he did his business and spent the remainder of his walk exploring his surroundings. Bagel pulls a bit on leash, but I found him to be a good walking Buddy. Bagel is a “fun” dog. He likes to play fetch/keep away, which had me laughing at his antics. Watch his video, and click the Adopt Me Button if you’re interested in finding out more about him.
A staff member writes: How cute is Bagel?? Sweetest pup that came to us as a stray. He is a friendly and trusting dog that hopped right into the car with the finder. He is neutered and all ready for his forever home!
My medical notes are…
LVT intake: Scan negative BARH. AMBx4. Friendly,allowed handling. Male~2yrs EEN:WNL. Old scar on right ear. No fleas seen. Nosf
Details on my behavior are…
Date of assessment: 29-Jan-2018
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 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 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: Bagel displayed no behavior concerns during his handling assessment.
Date of intake: 27-Jan-2018
Summary: During intake, Bagel was social and allowed all handling.
Date of initial: 27-Jan-2018
Summary: During his initial medical exam, Bagel was social and allowed all handling.
ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Bagel so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, Bagel displays as a young, social, enthusiastic dog. He will benefit from daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar
H – Healthy
Potential challenges: Strength/leash pulling
Potential challenges comments:
Bagel pulls hard on leash. He is a large, strong dog who has the capability to pull over an average adopter. His adopter must be prepared and able to handle a dog of this size and strength. It is recommended that he be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which helps diminish his strength through leverage, and that he be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash.
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