BLING – 19013
Gone - 1-29-2018 Brooklyn
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GONE 01/29/18
Bling
Hello, my name is Bling. My animal id is #19013. I am a male tan dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 23-Jan-2018.
Bling is at risk for behavior reasons. Bling is very scared, cowering and attempting to hide when approached. He allows minimal handling, and gives very clear stress warning signals. Medically, we suggest that Bling would benefit from a dental, and he also has a small wound from a tranquiliser dart which is healing well, but otherwise presents as a healthy dog.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 56.2 lbs
23/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2y Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable):n History :stray – tranquilized by nypd Subjective: bar- tranquilized by nypd Observed Behavior – under the effects of tranquilizer Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = <100 due to tranquilizer R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: bilateral mandibular canine teeth discolored/bluish, 2y based on adult dentitia PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: mi x 2 MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, dart wound left caudal hip, stud tail, but alopecia dorsal hair, flea dirt CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:ne Assessment: 2 yr mi x 2 large mixed breed dog discolored mandibular teeth – r/o endodontic injury dart wound stud tail Prognosis: excellent rec further dental evaluation Plan: ok for neuter and behavioral assessment prior to placement SURGERY: Okay for surgery
25/01/2018
Progress exam-recheck dart wound History :stray – tranquilized by nypd 1/23 Subjective: BAR. Limited exam due to behavior. No csvd. Eating well. Dart wound is healing well with no swelling or d/c. Objective EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: eupneic, normal RR/RE MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, dart wound left caudal hip ishealing well with no d/c or swelling CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment Discolored mandibular teeth – r/o endodontic injury Dart wound-healing well Prognosis: excellent Rec dental evaluation Plan: CTM while at BACC
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Date of intake:: 1/23/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, no known history.
Date of assessment:: 1/23/2018
Summary:: Bling has displayed fearful behavior in the care center. When in the safer room Bling is completely shut down. He slowly approaches the staff with a tense posture and, cowers, and seeks safety under the desk. Bling appears to be uncomfortable or afraid when directly approached. He has also allowed minimal handling from his caretakers. Out of concern for his stress levels and his response to restraint, we feel Bling is not a great candidate for a handling assessment at this time.
Summary (1):: Bling was surrender with another dog. No further information was given. 1/24: Bling was uncomfortable with handling, giving the handler a clear warning by low growling when an attempt was made to place a collar on him. His warning was respected and attempts to place a collar on him were suspended. He greeted a novel female dog through the gate and displayed a neutral body posture. 1/27: After successfully collaring Bling displays nervous body language; tuck tail and whale eyes, when he enter the pen with a novel female. He slowly interacts with her, tolerating her muzzle sniffs. He explores the pens most of his session. 1/28: Bling continues to be nervous; avoiding any prolonged contact with the other dogs.
Date of intake:: 1/23/2018
Summary:: Behavior unknown
Date of initial:: 1/23/2018
Summary:: Tranq’ Behavior N/A
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: NEW HOPE ONLY
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: Bling has not acclimated well to the kennel environment and has allowed only minimal handling since intake. 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: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Handling sensitivity: Bling has been noted to become uncomfortable with handling at times, especially when a person is reaching over him. It is important to always go slow and give Bling the option to walk away from any social interaction. Bling should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Bling’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Bling may do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. Fearful: Bling has been observed to display fearful behavior during his stay at our care centers, at times avoiding interaction and shying away from direct touch. Bling startles easily and is made uncomfortable by loud noises and sudden movement. He displays proper warning signals as well as increasing distance from anything that may present a threat. We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed as a result of his environment. A period of decompression is advised before introduction or exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training is advised.
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