BISCUIT – 20426
Safe - 2-25-2018 Manhattan
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SAFE 02/25/18
Biscuit
**A private donor has graciously offered to pay $300 to the New Hope partner that pulls Biscuit 20426 from the Manhattan ACC. The donor requests that Liam go directly to either an adopter, foster, or sanctuary setting.**
Hello, my name is Biscuit. My animal id is #20426. I am a desexed male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 13 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 11-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- no time for animal.
Biscuit is at risk due to medical condition. Biscuit is a geriatric dog who has been recently diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex. Biscuit should go to an experienced dog owner due to behaviors seen in the care center.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Biscuit is a real trooper. I am really impressed by him and admire his will to make the best of his new situation. Biscuit was a family dog whose age started to hinder many things a younger dog can do. Indeed, he is 13 year old and Biscuit’s people could not accommodate an elderly pet anymore. Biscuit knew right away why I was at his door. I was very careful as he is arthritic and needs gentle care. He does stairs quite well though, up and down and is up for a slow walk around the yard. Dogs near our pen. Biscuit is cool with them. Same in his ward when his peers stick their nose to his door. I did not intend to play ball with him, just chill out on the turf but Biscuit spotted and grabbed a tennis ball that he let go at times for a chicken treat. What a spirit!! Biscuit is really cute in his chocolate suit. I love his powdered face and gentle eyes. I wonder what he makes of all the changes happening in his life but grumpiness or low spirits are not on his agenda. Biscuit needs a new home and a new master or family who loves and knows how to care for older dogs. Biscuit would love to meet you at the Manhattan Care Center and be your very special friend.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 59.2 lbs
11/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8-9y Microchip noted on Intake?y Microchip Number (If Applicable):985121005301578 History :owner surrender Subjective:bar Observed Behavior – allowed petting and all handling Evidence of Cruelty seen -n, but potentially has chronic injury RH and severe, ulcerated callus LH tarsal area Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 100 R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, mild superficial debris au, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: worn teeth and fractured max k9 teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: mn MSI: wt bearing lame rh w/ exaggerated lateral rotation from hip and stifle, possible bilateral medially luxating patellas, seems to be painful hips bilaterally, lordosis and possible pain ls area, thick ulcerated callus on left tarsus and 1 cm cyst or wart right lateral hip area CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:ne Assessment: 8-9 yr mn large mixed-breed dog lameness RH – r/o mpl’s vs osteoarthritis vs other ortho injury hip mass – sebaceuous cyst vs wart vs other benign callus – ulcerated callus from leaning/sleeping more on left side (right hind lameness and likely oa) Prognosis: good to excellent w/ nsaid, jt supplements, fish oil, PT/proper exercise Plan: gave 1.2 cc sq rimadyl today starting 50mg po bid tomorrow gabapentin 300 mg po bid rec: continue rimadyl tomorrow cbc/chem/t4 hip/stifle and LS rads +/- under sedation appropriate anesthetic oral care upon placement/adoption SURGERY: na
12/02/2018
Rads of stifles, pelvis, and lumbar spine. Pelvis and lumbar spine NSF. OA and sclerotic changes to both stifles, likely secondary to bilateral CCL tares. Both stifles palpate thickened and have crepitus. P: Due to old age, not a candidate for bilat CCL repair. Continue to manage medically with long term carprofen and gabapentin or tramadol, with regular rechecks and bloodwork.
12/02/2018
PLT high 497 (148-484) PCT high 0.54% (0.14 – 0.46) TT4 low 0.8 (1.0 – 4.0) A: thrombocytosis – r/o secondary to inflammation vs other low T4 – r/o hypothyroidism vs euthyroid sick vs other P: Once placed/transferred/adopted, recommend full thyroid panel with FT4 and TSH
19/02/2018
Reportedly lethargic with a moist cough this afternoon S/O -QAR, docile and sweet, good boy, allows all handling -mm pk, tacky; CRT 2 sec -mild mucoserous nasal discharge -intermittent harsh cough -eupnic, clear lung sounds -soft abdomen -arthritis in all limbs -healing pressure sore/callous over L hock -small cutaneous growth on R thigh A 1. CIRDC P -500 ml SQF SID x 3 days, gave first dose -gave 3 ml cerenia SQ, continue 30 mg PO SID x 3 days starting tomorrow -doxycycline 300 mg PO SID x 14 days, gave first dose
20/02/2018
Diagnosed with CIRDC yesterday, kept in medical iso for monitoring due to geriatric status S/O -QAR/BAR, appears brighter than yesterday but is overall a very docile boy; sweet and allows all handling -good appetite -mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec -intermittent harsh cough, sneezed once through AM -eupnic, clear lung sounds -soft abdomen -stiff gait x 4, stifle and carpal arthritis A 1. CIRDC 2. Geriatric 3. Osteoarthritis P -CWCT -restart rimadyl 50 mg PO BID x 7 days -add tramadol 100 mg PO BID x 7 days -recommend long term pain management protocol after placement for athritis (NSAID, tramadol, amantadine, cold laser, gabapentin, etc)
21/02/2018
CIRDC, osteoarthritis; restarted rimadyl and added tramadol yesterday; blood work unremarkable aside from slightly low T4 S/O -QAR/BAR, friendly, docile and sweet boy! -no significant appetite today -mm pk, tacky; CRT <2 sec -mild serous nasal discharge -intermittent quiet but harsh cough -eupnic, clear lung sounds; no murmurs or arrhythmias -gait still appears stiff but improved A 1. CIRDC 2. Inappetance today-r/o secondary to Tramadol vs early pneumonia vs other 3. Mild dehydration 4. Geriatric, possible hypothyroid 5. Osteoarthritis P -d/c tramadol, consider restarting again once he is cleared of CIRDC but want to avoid any sedative effect that may have negative affect on appetite -Placed IVC, LRS at 50 ml/hr overnight -re-evaluate in AM, suspect decreased appetite is due to tramadol administration but if appetite does not improve with fluids, then consider sedated chest radiographs tomorrow to rule out pneumonia
22/02/2018
Seemed a little dehydrated yesterday so was started on IVF overnight, being treated for CIRDC; was on tramadol but was discontinued yesterday due to concerns that it was making him sedate or affecting his appetite S/O -QAR, docile and friendly, allows all handling -good appetite -mm pk, sl tacky; CRT <2 sec -no nasal discharge, mild cough noted once -eupnic, quiet lung sounds -soft abomdne -significant stifle and elbow arthritis, stiff gait x 4 A 1. CIRDC 2. Dehydration, mild-r/o secondary to CIRDC vs other 3. Geriatric 4. Osteoarthritis P -decrease IVF to 40 ml/hr overnight, if doing well tomorrow then okay to d/c
12/02/2018
Sedated for radiographs today.Per DVM 1459 Sedated with 0.5mL Butorphanol (10mg/ml, bottle #3 at 3:15PM) and Dexdomitor 0.5mL IM. Radiographs of stifles, pelvis, and lumbar spine obtained. Reversed with Antiseden (0.5mL) IM. Obtained blood sample from the LFL cephalic vein for IH CBC/Chemistry.
20/02/2018
Administered 500mls of LRS SQ @ 12:15pm.
21/02/2018
gave 2 tramadol tabs po at 10 pm
21/02/2018
Placed a 20g IVC in the RFL cephalic vein. Running LRS at 50ml/hour
21/02/2018
Biscuit was scheduled for an AM Tx of Tramadol (50 mg per tablet) Administered 2 tablets PO from bottle number 1 at 9:55 AM DVM 1382 LVT 1461
Details on my behavior are..
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake Biscuit had a loose body and waggy tail. He approached the counselor gently and sniffed him. He remained calm when his previous owner left the admissions room. He was very treat motivated and would wag his tail rapidly for treats. He did not know any commands but he would take treats gently. He allowed his collar to be removed and replaced with an identity-band. He allowed his weight to be taken and stayed calm in the medical intake exam room.
Date of Intake: 2/11/2018
Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered
Basic Information:: Biscuit is a tan and white large mixed breed. He is approximately 13 years old according to his previous owner who stated that she had him for 10 years. However the client was uncertain since the dog originally belonged to her ex-husband.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 2 Children
How is this dog around strangers?: The previous owner stated that he was fearful of strangers. He barked at strangers that came inside the house. After a few minutes he would open up to them and stop barking.
How is this dog around children?: He lived with children of the ages of 10 and 13. He was very relaxed around them. He was not interested in playing.
How is this dog around other dogs?: He previously lived with a 6 year old large mixed breed male dog but the two did not get along. The other dog barked and growl at Biscuit.
How is this dog around cats?: He has not been around cats.
Resource guarding:: He did not guard any resources.
Bite history:: He does not have a bite history.
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: Low
Other Notes:: He urinated and defecated inside the house. The previous owner stated that she did not have time to potty train him. He was not bothered by storms and fireworks. He was not bothered by being pushed/pulled off furniture, disturbed while sleeping. He was friendly when bath and brushed. He barked at strangers that approached his home or his family member. The owner stated that it was a friendly bark.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: The previous owner stated that she was unaware of any medical condition.
For a New Family to Know: He was described as a mellow dog. His activity level was low. He followed the previous owner around the house. He was kept mostly indoors. He ate dry pedigree and white house occasionally. He was not house trained at all and had accidents daily. He pulled lightly on the leash during walks.
Date of intake:: 2/11/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 10 years)
Previously lived with:: Adults, children (ages 10 and 13), and a large dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Fearful, barks at them but becomes friendly after a few minutes
Behavior toward children:: Relaxed
Behavior toward dogs:: The dog he lived with barked and growled at him so they did not get along
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: Biscuit is described as mellow with a low level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 2/12/2018
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 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:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
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:: Biscuit approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He was social throughout the assessment, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behavior.
Summary (1):: 2/12: When introduced to the female helper dog on leash, Biscuit displays a soft body and wagging tail. When greeting a male dog, Biscuit appears tense and hard barks.
Date of intake:: 2/11/2018
Summary:: Upon intake Biscuit had a loose body and waggy tail, he allowed all handling.
Date of initial:: 2/11/2018
Summary:: Biscuit allowed all handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Biscuit’s previous owner reported that he has a low level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Despite Biscuit’s medical issues, he has remained calm and social with handlers. He may be timid at first, but will engage with his care takers, taking treats and soliciting attention.
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: : Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Biscuit’s previous owner reported that Biscuit was fearful with new people and would bark at them for a few minutes. At the care center, he has been very social. It is important to always go slow and give Biscuit the option to walk away from any social interaction. Biscuit should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Biscuit’s choice to approach a new person or thing.
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