BENSON – A1110055

Brooklyn Center

My name is BENSON. My Animal ID # is A1110055.
I am a male tan am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 04/27/2017 from NY 11204, owner surrender reason stated was LLORDPRIVA.

04/30/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1110055 Benson is At Risk for New Hope Only behavior

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
04/27/2017 Exam Type DVM INTAKE – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 61.2 LBS.

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1yr Microchip noted on Intake none History : tenant landlord issues Subjective: owner surrender Observed Behavior – hyperactive Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective barh P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment healthy Plan monitor Prognosis: excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery

04/25/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
04/25/17 21:33 Basic info: Benson is a 1 year old AMPT. His owner got him when he was 6 weeks old and he is surrendering him to the ACC due to Tenant/landlord issues. Benson has no Known medical issues. Socialization: Owner states that when around strangers he is very protective if his owner and will bark growl and may snap at strangers. Benson has been around a child who is 10 months old and he is relaxed and playful. Owner states that when playing with children and adults he is gentle. Benson has never spent time around other dogs or cats so it is unknown how he will react. Behavior: Benson has never bitten a person or another animal. Owner stated that he will pee in the house if there are plastic bags around. Owner stated that if you touch his food while eating he will growl and snap. He isn’t bothered if you touch his toys or treats. Benson isn’t bothered if he is restrained, pushed off the couch or disturbed while he sleeps. Benson is afraid of being bathed but likes to be brushed. He has never had his nail trimmed so it is unknown how he will react. If someone unfamiliar approaches the yard or family member owner stated that he will bark and may snap at them. For a new family to know: Owner described Benson as friendly affectionate and playful with a high activity level. Benson loves to play fetch with the ball. His favorite toys are tires, ropes and balls. He has been kept mostly indoors and eats dry and wet food. He likes pupperoni for a treat. Benson is partially house broken and has accidents daily. When using the bathroom outdoors he will go on the cement. When left alone in the house or yard he is well behaved. Benson has never ben crated. He knows the sit shake and come commands. For exercise Benson is used to playing in the yard and brisk walks on the leash. On the leash Benson pulls very hard. When off the leash he will wonder but comes back when called.

WEB MEMO
No Web Memo

04/30/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Full profile 4/25/17 Unaltered male, Owner surrender (lived in previous home for 10 ½ months). Previously lived with: Adults, spent time with 1 child (10 months old). Behavior toward strangers: Barks, growls, snaps. Behavior toward children: Relaxed and playful. Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: Yes, growls and snaps while eating. Bite history: None reported. Housetrained: Partially, Benson has accidents in the home daily. Energy level/descriptors: Friendly and playful with a high activity level. Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 04/30/17 Summary: Benson has allowed some handling in the care center but he is tense and avoids interaction with his new caretakers, in line with his owner’s report of Benson’s behavior around strangers. He watches and tracks the humans around him carefully at all times. Due to the behaviors observed, and out of concern for his stress level, we do not feel it is appropriate to perform a handling assessment at this time. Please review the full owner surrender profile for information on Benson’s behavior in his previous home as a guideline. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Benson displays nervous body language when greeting male and female dogs. He may mount the male and female dogs but responds well to handler interruptions and explores the pen. According to Benson’s previous guardian, Benson has never spent time around other dogs. The Behavior Department recommends that Benson be placed with resident dogs that match his calm sociability. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 04/27/17 During his initial medical examination, Benson was tense and tolerated minimal handling. ENERGY LEVEL: 4/27/17 Benson displayed a high energy. He allowed handling during his initial exam.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13) _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Due to the fear/avoidance behavior displayed in the care center, we cannot fully evaluate Benson and feel that he will be best set up to succeed through placement with a New Hope partner. We recommend only positive reinforcement-based, force-free training for Benson as aversive methods are likely to heighten his fear and increase aggression. Potential challenges: _X_Resource guarding _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Benson has been noted to become uncomfortable with handling at times, especially when a person is reaching over him. It is important to always go slow and give Benson the option to walk away from any social interaction. Benson should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Benson’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Benson would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Benson is extremely nervous around strangers and can be difficult to handle. He has no bite history but shows clear signs of discomfort. It is important to respect those signs and to help Benson gain comfort and confidence in order to avoid escalation.

04/28/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Benson displays nervous body language when greeting male and female dogs. He may mount the male and female dogs but responds well to handler interruptions and explores the pen. According to Benson’s previous guardian, Benson has never spent time around other dogs. The Behavior Department recommends that Benson be placed with resident dogs that match his calm sociability. 4/28: Benson is nervous, greeting a novel female dog with a tense face and pulled back ears. Once in the pen, he is sexually motivated and persistently licks the female’s genital area. He does not attempt to mount and spends the remainder of the session exploring the pen. 4/30: When greeting calm male and female dogs, Benson displays a tense face indicating he is nervous. He may mount the male and female dogs but responds well to handler interruptions and explores the pen.

04/27/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1yr Microchip noted on Intake none History : tenant landlord issues Subjective: owner surrender Observed Behavior – hyperactive Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective barh P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment healthy Plan monitor Prognosis: excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery

No RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found
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No detailed description for a visit type RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found!

 

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