BARDOCK – 12311
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Bardock
Hello, my name is Bardock. My animal id is #12311. I am a male brown dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 6 months 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 11-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour – aggressive towards people.
Bardock is at risk due to behavior, New Hope Only determination. He should go to an adult only home due to previous bite history and behavior towards strangers, growling and lunging. There are no medical concerns for Bardock at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 40.8 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: approx. 2.5 yrs Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : O surrender. Bit O. On DOH bite hold. Subjective: BARH, muzzled for PE, well behaved, a bit nervous but no signs of aggression. Observed Behavior – Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = P = wnl R = eup BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Periocular hypotrichosis and erythema Oral Exam: muzzled PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, 2 testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally Assessment: intact periocular erythema/hypotrichosis – r/o allergies vs other otherwise apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: on DOH bite hold. Plan for neuter afterwards. ctm eyes and any other signs of allergies SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to DOH bite hold
S/O -QAR but behavior seems to be improving; approaches cage when greeted with low tail wag -soft sneezing, excessive serous nasal discharge -hacking cough with end gag -appears eupnic A CIRDC P move to isolation doxycycline 200 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 4 days
Hx: Diagnosed with CIRDC 7 days ago. S/O: Today, pt is energetic in the kennel, barking and running back and forth. No coughing, sneezing or nasal discharge are noted. A: CIRDC appears resolved P: Move out of isolation! 1088
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake Bardock did not allow much handling. He was fearful and attempting to hide so no further handling was performed.
Basic Information:: Bardock is a 2 year old large dog whom was gotten from a friend and kept in the same home for 3 months. Unfortunately due to a previous bite history he could not be kept.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers Rambo is described as fearful and doesn’t play
How is this dog around children?: He has not been socialized with children so this behavior is unknown.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Around dogs he is described as respectful and plays somewhat rough.
How is this dog around cats?: He has not been socialized with cats so this behavior is unknown.
Resource guarding:: Bardock has no known resource guarding issues.
Bite history:: Bardock has a previous bite history that is elaborated in a separate memo.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: high energy level
Other Notes:: He is described to bark a lot with loud noises, is reactive towards people and becomes nervous with loud storms or fireworks. He becomes resource guarded with the other dog at home but isn’t bothered when people touch his food or toys. He isn’t bothered with being given a bath, having his nails trimmed, being held or restrained, disturbed while asleep or being brushed or petted. He will bark, growl and snap when people approach his owner or home.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: He has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know: Rambo is described as shy, pushy, independent and fearful. He likes squeaky toy and bones and was being free fed house food in his previous home. He is considered very house trained, prefers to be walked 3 times a day and doesn’t pull on leash.
Date of intake:: 11/11/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 3 months)
Previously lived with:: Adults
Behavior toward strangers:: Fearful, will bark, growl, and snap at them
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: Yes, Bardock bit his owner when the owner attempted to remove him from the bed by nudging him. Bardock bit the owner’s thumb, the bite required surgery to repair the bone.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Barbock is described as shy, pushy, independent and fearful with a high level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 11/28/2017
Summary:: Bardock has allowed very limited handling at the care center. Due to this, along with the severity of the bite to his owner, he is not a good candidate for a handling assessment. Please see his owner surrender notes for a full profile of his behavior in his previous home.
Date of intake:: 11/11/2017
Summary:: Upon intake Bardock did not allow much handling. He was fearful and attempting to hide.
Date of initial:: 11/11/2017
Summary:: Bardock was tense.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Bardock is described as having a high level of activity. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Bardock has displayed distance increasing behaviors while in his kennel (growling, backing away) and displacement grunts, huffs, and shake-offs while outside his kennel. He has yet to warm up to handlers to allow touch. However, he has become more comfortable engaging with handlers through the kennel doors by coming up to the door, accepting enrichment and treats, but continues to be aloof when interacting.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: NEW HOPE ONLY
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to Bardock’s bite history, as well as his owner reported that he barks, growls, and snaps at new, people, we recommend an adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to the severity of Bardock’s bite to his previous owner, as well as distance increasing behavior displayed at the care center, we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Bardock severly bit his previous owner when he attempted to move him off the bed. We recommend training an “off” cue with treat rewards to manage this behavior, should it appear in a future home. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Bardock is reported to bark, growl, and snap at new people. At the care center, he has also displayed fearful behavior. Guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is recommended to assess behavior after decompression in a new home environment. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing or exposing Bardock to new and unfamiliar situations.
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