BIANCA – A1039342

BIANCA – A1039342

**RETURNED 08/08/17**SAFER : AVERAGE HOME**

FEMALE, TAN / WHITE, AMERICAN STAFF MIX, 17 yrs
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, HOLD FOR ID Reason STRAY
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 08/08/2017, From NY 11421, DueOut Date 08/11/2017

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary  Estimated age: 17 Microchip noted on Intake? yes. Found as stray last week, brought in by finder. Traced chip back to owner (previous ACC client)  BAR, hydrated Observed Behavior – very friendly, solicits pets/contact. Loose body lang.  P = 100 R = 18 BCS: 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: worn dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female intact, penulous mammary glands, but no mgts or vaginal dc MSI: Ambulatory x 4 with slightly arthritic gait (mostly pelvic) , skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment: geriatric, with suspected chronic arthritis (pelvic?) Plan: vaccinate deworm flea tx heartworm test already microchipped Consider survey rads, consider starting on dasiquin or low dose NSAIDS Prognosis: good SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age
Weight 69.8

BEHAVIOR :

KNOWN HISTORY: Limited profile

Unaltered female, stray found a week ago.

Other notes: Bianca was relaxed and quiet upon intake, she allowed all handling, and scanned positive for microchip.

KNOWN HISTORY: FIRST STAY 6/8/15

Unaltered female, owner surrender (length of time in previous home 15 years)

Previously lived with: Adult, and has been around children(ages 5+)

Behavior toward strangers: Relaxed

Behavior toward children: Playful

Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed, and tolerant

Behavior toward cats: Friendly

Resource guarding: None reported

Bite history: None reported

Housetrained: Yes

Energy level/descriptors: Bianca is described by her owner as aloof, very affectionate and mellow.

SAFER ASSESSMENT: 8/10/17

Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.

Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft.

Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all.

Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all.

Toy: 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish toy to you.

Summary: Bianca was calm and social during the handling assessment. Though a bit slow due to age,she was relaxed, and showed no concerning behavior.

PLAYGROUP:

When off leash at the Care Center, Bianca greets both a novel female and novel male with a soft body. She slowly investigates the pen, mostly keeping to herself. Bianca was brought in as a stray so her past behavior with other dogs is unknown. The Behavior Department recommends that Bianca be placed in a home with a resident dog that matches her calm demeanor.

08/09/17-08/12/17: Bianca greets both a novel male and novel female dogs with a soft body. She slowly investigates the pen, mostly keeping to herself. She displays assertive posturing when another female attempts to mount her.

INTAKE BEHAVIOR 8/8/17

At intake Bianca was reportedly friendly, and allowed all handling.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 8/9/17

During the initial examination Bianca was very friendly, solicits pets/contact. Loose body lang.

ENERGY LEVEL:

Her previous owner describes Bianca as a mellow, affectionate, and aloof dog. Bianca displayed low energy and movement throughout assessment. Bianca will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

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ADOPTED 06/11/15

FEMALE, TAN / WHITE, AMERICAN STAFF MIX, 15 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason OWN EVICT
Intake condition GERIATRIC Intake Date 06/08/2015, From NY 11354, DueOut Date 06/11/2015,

Medical Behavior Evaluation No Initial Behavior
Medical Summary No Initial Exam

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