BITSY – A1101964

Manhattan Center

My name is BITSY. My Animal ID # is A1101964.
I am a spayed female black and tan min pinscher and chihuahua sh mix. The shelter thinks I am about 12 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 01/22/2017 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was PERS PROB.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
01/24/2017 Exam Type BEHAVIORPART2 – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 14.0 LBS.

Potential challenges: _X_Resource guarding (Potential resource guarding was noted in the previous home as Bitsy was observed to growl when engaged with items. She also froze on her assessment when in possession of a toy. For these reasons we advise against ever removing items from Bitsy’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.) _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Bitsy 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 Bitsy, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Bitsy to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention.)

01/22/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
01/22/17 14:30 Bitsy enjoys eating Pedigree dry food, about a fistful, twice a day. On intake, Bitsy would wag her tail and then place it low between her legs. She growled when counselor went to pet her belly but allowed her to pet her head and back. Bitsy stood still for collaring and pictures. She laid nicely while her and counselor waited for vaccines.

01/25/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Bitsy is not a little, but a lot, of a small dog. How did she ever get to that point??? Bitsy lived with the same family for a number of years, and enjoyed the many children of the house as well as the visitors. She comes with excellent recommendations. Bitsy was relinquished to us because of recent health-related problems and some changes in her behavior (more cranky, slips in house training). I had the pleasure to meet her yesterday, and I think that we had a good time together. She was a little shy in her kennel, but she let me pick her up and carry her against my chest. She was fine with petting her head and face, and appreciated (of course) treats. Bitsy is very overweight and seems to have large lumps of fat on her chest and upper belly. She walks slowly, having to carry too much weight for her short legs. A doctor and a dietician are definitely in order. Bitsy is an older gal who comes with a good curriculum vitae as well as health-related issues. She is quite dear in her own way. In caring, understanding and loving hands, she could bounce back to be a healthier and happier little pooch. If you have what it takes to care for the elderly, Bitsy is really waiting to meet you at the Manhattan Care Center and be your very special friend.

01/24/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile 1/22/17 Spayed, Female, Owner surrender Previously lived with: Children (ages 3 to 14 years old) Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing Behavior toward children: Relaxed and playful Behavior toward dogs:Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: Will growl when food, treats and toys are taken away Bite history: None reported Housetrained: yes Energy level/descriptors: friendly, affectionate, playful, and mellow. Her activity level is pretty low Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 1/24/17 Look: 3. Dog is tense, unable to position. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is down, body stiff, mouth closed. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff. Flank squeeze 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 4. Dog freezes. Summary: Bitsy was tense and nervous during up close handling portions of the assessment, becoming stiff when her paw was touched. She did not warm to the assessor and attempted to keep distance. When in possession of the toy, she froze. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: 1/24: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Bitsy keeps to herself and ignores approach. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 1/22/17 During her initial medical exam, Bitsy was nervous. ENERGY LEVEL: Her previous owner describes Bitsy as a mellow, low energy dog. In the care center she has been quiet. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No young children (under 5): Due to potential food guarding behavior and to handling sensitivity. Her previous owner reported that she will growl over food, treats, and toys, and she was observed to freeze when in possession of a toy on her assessment. Older, dog savvy children can be considered as long as the adults feel confident that Bitsy can be left alone while eating or in possession of a toy so she does not need to escalate from a growl. Due to Bitsy’s response to some of the SAFER handling items, we feel she may be intimidated by small children.

Potential challenges: _X_Resource guarding (Potential resource guarding was noted in the previous home as Bitsy was observed to growl when engaged with items. She also froze on her assessment when in possession of a toy. For these reasons we advise against ever removing items from Bitsy’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.) _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Bitsy 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 Bitsy, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Bitsy to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention.)

01/24/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
1/24: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Bitsy keeps to herself and ignores approach. 1/25: Bitsy allows approach and greeting from other dogs. She does not appear interested in initiating interaction.

01/22/2017 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
SCAN NEGATIVE S: BAR OBESE ACTS VISUAL, BUT SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO EYE O: EYES HAVE SIGNIFICANT CORNEAL OPACITY UNKNOWN EITIOLOGY NOSE AND EARS CLEAN SIGNIFICANT DENTAL TARTAR ACCUMULATION AND PERIDONTITIS HAIRCOAT IN GOOD CONDITIONS, NAILS SLIGHTLY OVERGROWN LARGE FAT DEPOSITS OVER STERNUM, IN MAMMARY AREA, ALONG BACK POTENTIAL HARDENED CHARACTER IN SUBCUTANEOUS LAYER OF MAMARY TISSUE, NO DISCHARGE OR ULCERATION NOTED, NO PAIN ON PALPATION BODY WALL DEFECT APPRECIATED ALONG MIDLINE FEMALE SPAYED A: GERIATRIC WITH CHRONIC EYE DISEASE OBESE POTENTIAL MAMMARY CHANGES – DIFFERENTIALS INCLUDE TUMOR, PREVIOUS LACTATION, OBESITY P: NEEDS OPTHOMOLOGY CONSULT AND/OR FOLLOW UP WITH REGULAR VETERINARIAN FOR VISUAL EXAM, DIAGNOSIS FOR UNDERLYING DISEASE THAT CAUSED CHANGES MONITOR AT ACC, APPROPRIATE FOR NEW HOPE PLACEMENT

No RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found
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Generated on Jan 25 2017 6:00PM

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