BISCUIT – A1104942

Manhattan Center

My name is BISCUIT. My Animal ID # is A1104942.
I am a female gray and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 02/28/2017 from NY 10466, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

03/07/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Biscuit A1104942 was placed At Risk for Behavior

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
03/05/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 44.8 LBS.

3/5 on recheck for dart wound monitoring visual exam only energetic, running between 2 kennels via transfer door area of dart wound diffiicult to visualize, no lameness, no dc or swelling at site no intervention needed at this time 2/28 scanned neg intact female approx 1-2 years old tranquilized but easy to handle s/o: dart wound left caudal shoulder/ventral neck area au moderate brown d/c–cleaned muzzled. front teeth appear clean bcs 5/9 clipped and cleaned dart wound, applied tab heart and lungs wnl rf foot pad injury to accessory pad–superficial a: dart wound, paw abrasion p: no treatment at this time monitor

02/28/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
02/28/17 14:09 Biscuit was brought in by officers due to running loose in the street. Due to the intake officers described on behavior with them counselor did not handle and dog was taken straight to medical

03/07/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Biscuit, standing straight in her kennel, was contemplating “going or not going” with me for a walk. That’s the question, my dear, yes…I am waiting patiently for your answer. Biscuit, after looking me carefully up and down, decided that I was a suitable caretaker, got leashed uneventfully and off we went for a walk around the block. What a pretty grey mouse she is, so smartly dressed in her perfect silvery coat. And those coppery almond shape eyes that give her the most whimsical girly look. She seems to walk on eggs, alert, like she is expecting something to happen. She does her business right after exiting the care center. Few dogs are met. We are cool with them. Pigeons venture in front of us. She does not chase them. I tether her for the photo shoot, outfit her with a scarf and point the camera at her. Biscuit is fine with the process. She even sits on command and takes treats from my hand. “Will you be my friend?” Biscuit is not quite sure yet, but both she and I sit in the sun as it is so cold outside. She is leaning against my legs and accepts my caresses. We know very little about Biscuit except that she seems to have been cared for very nicely by her previous owner. She was very wary upon arrival at our facility but is slowly coming out of her shell, still picking and choosing the people she wants to trust. Her progress is encouraging and we hope that in a safe, quiet, caring and loving environment, Biscuit will bloom into a wonderful forever best friend. If you are up to the task, come and meet our lady Biscuit at the Manhattan Care Center.

03/03/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY:None 2/28/17 Unaltered Female, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 3/3/2017 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body posture is tense and trembling; her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is between her legs, body a bit tense, mouth closed Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, focused on exit Squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Her eyes are averted and her ears are back. Toy 1. Minimal interest. Dog smells, then walks away. Summary: Biscuit was timid and tense but tolerated all handling during her SAFER assessment, she may do best upon a slow/soft approach. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Selective: These dogs can succeed with certain other dogs, but may be more selective or picky. They may dislike certain ‘types’ of dogs or styles of dog play so they may require extra supervision when interacting with other dogs. PLAYGROUP: The behavior department recommends allowing Biscuit time to decompress in a new environment before immediate introductions to other dogs. Future introductions to polite dogs should be conducted slowly, and on a one on one basis. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 2/28/17 During her initial medical exam Biscuit allowed handling ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Biscuit so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. We recommend reward based training techniques for Biscuit. Interactions and new environments or situations should never be forced.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced adult-home only (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No children (under 13): Biscuit seems a bit uncomfortable with quick movements and may be most comfortable in an adult only home. She may benefit from a calm, quiet, structured environment so she can warm up and acclimate in her new home. Potential challenges: _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Biscuit has shown a number of warning and distance-increasing behaviors to different handling triggers. Due to these behaviors we recommend an experienced adopter and an adult-only home. _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Biscuit gives clear warnings when she is uncomfortable and does seem to choose to avoid or retreat when given the opportunity, but if prevented from moving away there is a potential to escalate to higher-level warning behaviors and possible fear-based aggression. It is important to move slowly with Biscuit, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Biscuit to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention. _X_No dog parks: Biscuit would benefit from slow introductions to unfamiliar dogs on a one on one basis at this time.

03/01/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
The behavior department recommends allowing Biscuit time to decompress in a new environment before immediate introductions to other dogs. Future introductions to polite dogs should be conducted slowly, and on a one on one basis. 3/1: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Biscuit is fearful in the yard. She is nervous when approached and keeps to herself. 3/2-3/6: Biscuit is still uncomfortable but will slowly approach other dogs to sniff briefly. She offers correction if solicited with play. 3/7: Biscuit mostly keeps to herself.

02/28/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
scanned neg intact female approx 1-2 years old tranquilized but easy to handle s/o: dart wound left caudal shoulder/ventral neck area au moderate brown d/c–cleaned muzzled. front teeth appear clean bcs 5/9 clipped and cleaned dart wound, applied tab heart and lungs wnl rf foot pad injury to accessory pad–superficial a: dart wound, paw abrasion p: no treatment at this time monitor

03/05/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
3/5 on recheck for dart wound monitoring visual exam only energetic, running between 2 kennels via transfer door area of dart wound diffiicult to visualize, no lameness, no dc or swelling at site no intervention needed at this time 2/28 scanned neg intact female approx 1-2 years old tranquilized but easy to handle s/o: dart wound left caudal shoulder/ventral neck area au moderate brown d/c–cleaned muzzled. front teeth appear clean bcs 5/9 clipped and cleaned dart wound, applied tab heart and lungs wnl rf foot pad injury to accessory pad–superficial a: dart wound, paw abrasion p: no treatment at this time monitor

Generated on Mar 7 2017 6:00PM

 

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