BILBO DOGGINS – 19402
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SAFE 02/03/18
Bilbo Doggins
Hello, my name is Bilbo Doggins. My animal id is #19402. I am a male chocolate dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 28-Jan-2018.
Bilbo Doggins is at risk for behavior reasons. Bilbo Doggins has a low threshold for arousal, potentially tipping towards aggression, and also shows signs of resource guarding. For these reasons, we are seeking placement only with a New Hope partner who can further assess these behaviors. Medically, we have no concerns for Bilbo Doggins, who presents as a healthy dog.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Bilbo Doggins is ready to go on an adventure. The more epic, the better! He’ll tag along wherever you want to roam, and is always so happy to make new friends, both human and canine, indoors or out. Socializing, long walks and lingering sniff sessions are what this hunky hero lives for, and while he does pull enthusiastically on leash, he also responds well to correction and trundles along happily in a harness, immediately taking care of all his business once we hit the street. He greets passing dogs of any size with relaxed manners and has enjoyed his playdates with four-legged lady friends in the yard, too. Bilbo’s super chill when off leash, and apart from a few short breaks to play, he’s content to wander around the yard exploring with his nose, and even licks a few patches of ice just to see what they taste like. Toys of all kinds (but especially plush) are his other great love. He’ll sit on command to wait for my throw, run to fetch, then walk around with his prize in his mouth, dropping it when he spots something more exciting so I can pick up and toss again. Posing indoors is not Bilbo’s thing, yet despite vocal protests, he never turns his frustration on the photographer and really does try his best to sit still and look pretty, succeeding brilliantly on the second task, if not the first! In his den, he’s tail-waggingly thrilled when visitors stop by, and content to indulge in gentle, blissed-out chew sessions with his toys the rest of the time. If you’re having a bad day, I guarantee the sight of a sleepy-eyed Bilbo lounging on his bed while munching a plushie in slow motion is sure to bring a smile back to your face. If your family is all grown up, dog-savvy, outdoorsy and able to provide this happy chappy with the space, toys and exercise he needs (doggie siblings are a bonus!), then Bilbo’s ready to embark on the journey home as soon as you are. Ask for him by name at our Manhattan Care Center and get set for the adventure of a lifetime!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 56.2 lbs
30/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:2-3y Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History :stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -playful, rolls over exposing belly, wags Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =60 R =panting BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:mild staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:intact male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 1/28/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Other Notes:: When police officers attempted to leash Bilbo Doggins, he was barking and growling. After this, he allowed handling.
Date of assessment:: 1/30/2018
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
Tag:: 4. Dog stands his/her ground while not cornered and barks at the Assessor with ears forward, body stiff, mouth closed and lips pursed when not barking.
Toy:: 4. Dog freezes and/or growls.
Summary:: Bilbo Doggins approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft, loose body. During tag, he became over aroused and began grabbing the leash and jumping up high. He was taken out of the room and dropped the leash, and upon re entering the room began to bark at the assistant with a tense body. He was again walked out of the room, and upon returning to the room began to grab the leash again and would not relinquish it, so he was tethered to the wall, where he began to bark at the assessor with a tense body. When an attempt was made to untether him from the wall, he started to grab the leash and bark at the assessor, so the the rest of the handling portion of the assessment was not conducted. When in possession of a toy, he hovered over it and growled when the assess-a-hand touched it.
Summary:: The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Bilbo Doggins and tolerant female dogs. He has not yet been introduced to a dog of the same sex while in our care. Behavior history around dogs is unknown due to arrival as a stray. In the care center, Bilbo Doggins has engaged in bouts of play with female dogs, at times making attempts to mount them.
Summary (1):: 1/29: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Bilbo Doggins engages in play with the intent to mount. He is easily refocused onto play behaviors.
Summary (2):: 1/31: Bilbo Doggins engages in brief play with intent to mount.
Date of intake:: 1/28/2018
Summary:: Bilbo Doggins was tense but allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 1/29/2018
Summary:: Bilbo Doggins allowed handling but growled while being vaccinated.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Bilbo Doggins so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
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 Bilbo Doggins’ low threshold for arousal, potentially tipping towards aggression, and his potential for resource guarding, we recommend an adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to Bilbo Doggins’ low threshold for arousal, potentially tipping towards aggression, and his potential for resource guarding, 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,Low threshold for arousal
Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Bilbo Doggin’s displayed a potential for resource guarding on his assessment when he hovered over the toy and growled. For this reason, we advise against ever removing items from Bilbo Doggin’s possession without safely trading for an item or greater or equal value. Guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended to aid in safely managing/modifying this behavior in a new home environment. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Bilbo Doggin’s growled and barked at the police officer’s who attempted to leash him. 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 Bilbo Doggins to new and unfamiliar situations. Low threshold for arousal: Bilbo Doggin’s displayed a low threshold for arousal on his assessment, leash biting during tag and barking intensely at the assistant and assessor. Consultation with a qualified behaviorist/professional trainer is strongly recommended to aid in addressing this issue to prevent further behavioral concerns that may appear in the future if not treated right away. We recommend only force-free, reward based training when introducing or exposing Bilbo Doggins to new and unfamiliar situations.
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