BISHOP – A1081071

 

Brooklyn Center

My name is BISHOP. My Animal ID # is A1081071.
I am a neutered male tan and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 4 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a RETURN on 11/25/2016 from OUT OF NYC, owner surrender reason stated was CHILDCONFL.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
12/09/2016 Exam Type OBSERVATION – Medical Rating is 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is EXPNOCHILD, Weight 84.2 LBS.

Reweighed= 84.2lb

11/25/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/25/16 14:24 Bishop is a four year old tan and white American Pitbull terrier. He was surrendered by his owner due to conflict with the child in the home. Owner stated Bishop would growl and bark at the child in the home. Bishop was adopted from ACC and was with his owner for three months. Bishop has lived with two adults and a fourteen year old child. Bishop was not introduced to strangers while with his owner so his behavior is unknown. He was described as aggressive towards the child in the home, owner stated Bishop would growl when he heard the child and chased her around the home scaring the child. Owner stated while he is on leash and sees a child he will lunge. He was not around other dogs or cats. Bishop was not bothered when his food was touched while eating or when a treat or toy was taken away. He was taken to the groomers for nail trims and baths and was said to have good behavior. Owner stated he will bark at anyone who knocks at the door. He is described as an affectionate dog who bonds to one person according to his owner. Owner stated with the adults in the home Bishop was loving and would lay on their feet and follow them around the home. Bishop has been kept only indoors. Bishop likes to play tug and loves his rope toy. He was walked about four times a day and owner stated he would occassionally urinate around the home. Bishop eats dry food Science Diet brand and was fed two cups once a day. He loves greenies treats. Upon intake Bishop was relaxed and allowed all handling. Cousnelor was able to scan (negative), collar and photograph. He has a loose body and wagged his tail when cousnelor approached.

01/29/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Bishop, the gentle giant! This sweet boy first came to us in July 2016 when his former owner was experiencing personal problems, and is now back with us again. Although his size might make you think he would pull on the leash, he is quite easy to walk, and basically a big mush. Bishop is not only strikingly handsome (the big strong type with kind eyes), but unsurpassed in the sweetness department. He was born in his former home, but has faced the recent departure from it with such bravery! He is very waggy and attentive, and after a minute or two of warming up, he completely melts. Bishop loves belly rubs, gives gentle kisses and is very quietly affectionate. He hasn’t shown any guarding issues, has a medium activity level, liked to be in the same room as his people, and is friendly when having a bath. He has been very easy to handle when I’ve walked him, seems housebroken, and loves scratches behind the ear. I have a feeling Bishop is going to make someone VERY happy…maybe you! Please come see him at Brooklyn ACC. Another volunteer writes: Bishop has become my go-to pal for those grumpy grey days we all have once in a while, and I suspect he’s the same for many others. He has amassed quite a fan club of shelter staff and volunteers who smile and often give him shout-outs, which is saying something, given how many dogs pass through here. Not only is Bishop extremely easy to handle, he never forgets a face, and will instantly go up to his kennel door and start furiously wagging his tail at the sight of one. He loves his walks so much that he will forego mealtimes for them, no matter the weather, especially since he likes to keep his kennel spotless. Bishop sits for treats and takes them gently, is very quiet in his kennel and will let you hug him until the cows come home. He was friendly with a cat in his former home, and okay with other calm dogs. Bishop has such a big heart to match his solid frame, it’s a wonder he hasn’t been snapped up yet — he so deserves to be happy and loved in return. Can you make room in your home for 80 pounds of instant therapy? Come to Brooklyn ACC soon for a session with Bishop!

11/30/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: 08/19/16 Neutered, Owner Surrender, Return Previously lived with: Adults/children/cat Behavior toward children: Relaxed/affectionate engages in rough play Behavior toward dogs: Respectful Behavior toward cats: Respectful FG/RG: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Bishop is described as being playful friendly and affectionate with a medium activity level. Other notes: Bishop is reported to be destructive and would chew household items. KNOWN HISTORY: 11/25/16 Neutered, Owner Surrender, Return Previously lived with: Adults/children (age fourteen) Behavior toward children: Bishop is reported to growl and bark at the child in the home; has attempted to chase child around home. Owner reports that Bishop is also reactive to children on leash and will attempt to lunge. Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Owner stated with the adults in the home Bishop was loving and affectionate. Other notes: Upon intake Bishop was relaxed and allowed all handling. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/29/16 Look:1. Dog’s eyes are averted. His ears are back, his tail is down, and he has a relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity:2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, his tail is between his legs, body a bit tense with his mouth closed. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog jumps on Assessor once play begins. Squeeze 1&2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1.Minimal interest in Toy, dog smells, then turns away. Summary: Bishop was friendly and playful towards the assessor and displayed no behavioral concerns. IN SHELTER BEHAVIOR: 2/11/17 Over the last week or so Bishop has displayed several stereotypical behaviors in his kennel such as spinning, licking and chewing on the walls and pacing. Although he is receiving daily enrichment to cope with the stress of the Care Center he is deteriorating behaviorally. At this time, The Behavior Department does not feel that he is a suitable candidate for the adoptions room any longer due to the deleterious affect it is having on his welfare and recommend that placement be sought as soon as possible.

07/14/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
According to Bishop’s previous owner, Bishop has lived with a female dogs and puppies and he is respectful. During Bishop’s first stay at the Care Center, Bishop was initially a bit nervous but has become more social with further playgroup sessions. He was used as a greeter dog to meet new, fearful females. He greets them with soft body language and spends most of his time wandering in the pen. He was a staple in a calm group of male and female dogs that did not engage in play. He has shown some mild barrier reactivity, but is able to display his normal behavior in a group setting. During Bishop’s current stay at the Care Center, Bishop mostly keeps to himself in a calm group of male and female dogs. He begins to growl when a dog greets him face to face for longer than his comfort level. He engages in a short burst of gentle play when solicited. The Behavior Department recommends that Bishop be placed in a home with a dog that matches his calm energy level and that a dog-dog interaction is conducted to ensure compatibility. November: Bishop displays soft and social body language in a group of calm male and female dogs. He displays stiff body language when a male greets him for longer than his comfort level but responds well to handler interactions and explores the pen. December/January/February: Bishop sometimes engages in a short burst of play. He is initially tolerant of a male mounting him, but will offer an appropriate correction. Other times Bishop shows no interested in engaging in play, even when solicited and spends his time calmly socializing with dogs that do not engage in play.

08/21/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
scan: pos (981020015681439) sex: male neutered est age: 4-6yrs S/O: Dog is BARH BCS 4-5/9 EENT – grossly normal Grade 2/4 dental dz; major wearing of canines Heart/lungs auscult wnl Abdominal palpation wnl Amb x 4 Skin/coat – approx 1-2cm dermal mass right flank A: Dental dz, Mass right flank DDx: Cyst, Open P: Recommend dental prophy and mass removal on placement PROGNOSIS: Good

12/07/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating EXPNOCHILD
12/07/16 Check ears, on symptoms log for shaking head S/O: BARH. Attention seeking, allowed all handling. BCS 3/5 EENT: Mild dental tartar/gingivitis, eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge, ears wnl (mild debris AU, no otitis or other signs of irritation) H/L: Normal thoracic auscultation A: Mild dental disease, mass P: No treatment indicated at this time. Continue to monitor while at BACC. Good prognosis

Generated on Feb 12 2017 6:00PM

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***RETURNED 08/19/16***

NEUTERED MALE, TAN / WHITE, AM PIT BULL TER MIX, 4 yrs
STRAY – ONHOLDHERE, HOLD FOR ID Reason DESTRUCTIV
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 08/19/2016, From NY 11436, DueOut Date08/26/2016

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary Scanned negative BARH- tolerated all handling; tense and nervous during initial. Intact male Approx 4 yrs old Eyes, ears and nose- clean and clear Teeth- mild staining and tartar No parasites or fleas seen Ambx4 NOSF
Weight 78.6

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My name is BISHOP. My Animal ID # is A1081071.
I am a male tan and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 4 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 07/13/2016 from NY 11208, owner surrender reason stated was OWNER SICK. I came in with Group/Litter #K16-065377.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
07/21/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 78.6 LBS.

CIRDC NOTED ON ROUNDS QAR. COUGHING, MUCOID NASAL DISCHARGE A: CIRDC P: REC DOXYCYCLINE 400MG PO Q24 X 10 DAYS. CONTINUE TO MONITOR WHILE AT BACC. EXCELLENT PROGNOSIS

07/13/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
07/13/16 13:46 Bishop is a 4 year old male American Pit-Bull terrier. He was bred at home and has been in owners care since. He is being surrendered into the center due to personal problems. There are no known health injuries or concerns. Around stranger he is friendly. He has spent time with children and is relaxed and playful. He is gentle when playing with adults and have been somewhat rough when playing with children. He has lived with a female dogs and puppies and his respectful also around cats. There is no known history of him biting another animal or person. Doesn’t have behavior issues; behavior is good. You are able to touch his food bowl while eating and take treats, objects and toys away from him. He is friendly when being held and restrained and isn’t bothered when getting a bath or having his coat brushed. When unfamiliar people approach the home he is friendly. Bishop is described as being playful with a medium activity level. When home he will be in the same room or play with his chew toys. He was mostly kept indoors and ate dry food. He rarely has accidents in the home and usually potty on the grass. When left alone he is well behaved but will potty indoors. He was crate trained but didn’t do well. He knows such commands as “sit”. For exercise he goes on leash walks and off leash he will wander but come when called.

07/24/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: In the market for 80 pounds of mush?! You’ve found it! Bishop is truly a catch. He is not only strikingly handsome (the big strong type with kind eyes), but unsurpassed in the sweetness department. He was born in his previous home, but has faced the recent departure from it with such bravery! He is very waggy and attentive and after a minute or two of warming up he completely melts. Bishop loves belly rubs, gives gentle kisses and is very quietly affectionate. His previous owners tell us he has done well with children, other dogs, and even cats — the trifecta! He hasn’t shown any guarding issues, has a medium activity level, liked to be in the same room as his people, and is friendly when having a bath. He has been very easy to handle when I’ve walked him (though sometimes protests going back in his cage, but cooperates when I pick him up like a big baby!), seems housebroken, and sometimes lays down on the ground when we see another dog across the street — adorable! Even on a day when he was feeling a bit under the weather and wasn’t ready to get up from his bed, he feverishly waved his tail up and down and offered me his belly…I’m not sure who could resist that! I have a feeling Bishop is going to make someone VERY happy…maybe you! Please come see him at Brooklyn ACC.

07/15/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Bishop came into the shelter on 7/13/16, the client mentioned Bishop has spent time with children and is relaxed and playful. He is gentle when playing with adults and has engaged in somewhat rough with the children. It was reported Bishop has lived with other dogs and his respectful to them. Around cats Bishop is described as being playful with a medium activity level. Upon intake Bishop is reported to be relaxed and allowed all handling. During SAFER Bishop came into the assessment room he was wiggly and playful. Bishop had a loose body posture when interacting with the assessor; he allowed all handling items to be conducted without issue. Bishop did seem anxious at times with his head held low but was relaxed during the tag interaction, and during the resources portion of the assessment. Bishop was easy to handle when engaged with the item. Bishop appears to be sociable, and did not display any behavior concerns, so the department feels he can be suitable for an “Average” adopter. Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and head held low 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, tail in a neutral position. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are relaxed or back. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are relaxed or back. Toy 1: No interest. Dog-Dog:When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Bishop is a bit nervous as he greets the other dog. He wanders in the pen displaying soft body language.

07/14/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
According to Bishop’s previous owner, Bishop has lived with a female dogs and puppies and he is respectful. 7/14: When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Bishop is a bit nervous as he greets the other dog. He wanders in the pen displaying soft body language.

07/13/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
Scanned negative BARH- tolerated all handling; tense and nervous during initial. Intact male Approx 4 yrs old Eyes, ears and nose- clean and clear Teeth- mild staining and tartar No parasites or fleas seen Ambx4 NOSF

07/21/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
CIRDC NOTED ON ROUNDS QAR. COUGHING, MUCOID NASAL DISCHARGE A: CIRDC P: REC DOXYCYCLINE 400MG PO Q24 X 10 DAYS. CONTINUE TO MONITOR WHILE AT BACC. EXCELLENT PROGNOSIS

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