BAMBINI – 11268
Safe - 11-7-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 11/07/17
Bambini
Hello, my name is Bambini. My animal id is #11268. I am a desexed female tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 31-Oct-2017.
Bambini is at risk due to medical condition. Bambini suffers from seizures and should be placed in a home that is prepared to handle medical condition. Bambini at times has been anxious in the care center and should be placed in a more experienced owner’s home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Beagles are renowned for their gentle temperament and easy-to-handle ways and our little Bambini is no exception. She’s a dream walker on leash, full of smiles and tail wags for every dog or person who approaches and she takes care of her business promptly before nibbling treats softly from my hand then eagerly exploring all the scents of the season as we stroll through the park. But don’t think just because Miss Bambini is sweet natured that she’s a pushover, this gal’s from New York and she’s got moxie! Bambini knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to share her opinion on subjects ranging from how she’s bored and lonely in her kennel and wants to be out with you instead to needing an explanation for why those treats aren’t in her mouth already. Chubby, cheerful and chock full of family pet potential, Bambini is ready and waiting to offer a lifetime of smiles and silliness to her new forever family. Step up and make her yours today!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 43 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8 YO FS Pit Microchip noted on Intake? neg on DVM intake History : stray Subjective: BARH, excessive whinning (needy). allows handling Objective BCS: 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, bilateral serous nasal. No ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: moderate dental tartar and gingivitis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS – spay scar. small nipples and vulva MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, wart like mass (4-5cm) on lateral aspect of right proximal pelvic limb, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: grossly normal Assessment: 8 YO FS pit 1. seizure activity Prognosis: poor to good Plan: 1. transfer to medical to monitor for seizure activity 2. full bloodwork and urinalysis to evaluate for underlying medical condition 3. BG = 119 GIVE 1ML RECTALLY IF ANY SEZIURE ACTIVITY AND PLACE SEIZURE SIGN ON KENNEL SURGERY: not indicated
Hx: Seizures. CBC/chemistry is unremarkable – no metabolic cause for seizures seen R/O idiopathic epilepsy vs. tumor
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Bambini allowed me to pet and collar her. She flinched when I pet her face but was fine with me petting her back. She allowed me to pick her up and take her picture.
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Bambini is a 8 year old tan and white female. She was found as stray on 10/30/17. Her finder kept her for 12 hours before bringing her to ACC. She was seen by a vet on 10/31/17.
How is this dog around strangers?: With strangers Bambini was friendly and outgoing and relaxed. She was gentle at play with adults.
How is this dog around children?: Bambini did not interact with children.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Bambini did not interact with dogs.
How is this dog around cats?: Bambini did not interact with cats.
Resource guarding:: When fed by her finder, Bambini sat and watched and had a relaxed body. She allowed her finder to touch the food while she ate and kept eating around the hand.
Bite history:: Bambini did not attempt to bite while with her finders.
Housetrained:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: Unknown.
Medical Notes: Bambini had a seizure while with her finder and was seen by a vet on 10/31/17.
For a New Family to Know: Bambini is described as friendly and relaxed. On walks she stayed by her finders side and doesn’t pull.
Date of intake:: 10/31/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/2/2017
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 soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 2. Dog quickly pulls back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 2. Dog quickly pull back.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Bambini approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. She tensed up and appeared fearful with her face was touched, but otherwise was receptive to handling. When we was no longer being pet, she began to whine loudly.
Summary (1):: 11/3: When introduced off leash to other dogs, Bambini greets dogs politely then wanders the pen.
Summary (2):: 11/4: Bambini greets politely and wanders the pen.
Date of intake:: 10/31/2017
Summary:: Bambini flinched when her face was touched but allowed the counselor to pick her up.
Date of initial:: 10/31/2017
Summary:: Bambini was whining and allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Bambini so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Potential challenges: : Anxiety
Potential challenges comments:: Anxiety: Bambini appears anxious in the care center, whining when she is not with a person. We have no history on her in a home, so we do not know if this behavior will be present outside of the care center. If it does occur, we recommend giving her puzzle toys, long walks, and things to do to relieve her anxiety. Positive reinforcement, reward based training only should be used.
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