BLUE – A1092434

Manhattan Center

My name is BLUE. My Animal ID # is A1092434.
I am a male black pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 4 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 10/05/2016 from NY 10459, owner surrender reason stated was NO TIME.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
10/13/2016 Exam Type BEHAVIORPART2 – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NH ONLY, Weight 80.0 LBS.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13) (See known history/potential challenges) _X_Place with a New Hope partner (Due to his previous history along with in shelter observations, Blue would benefit best from being placed with a New Hope rescue at this time which can provide an experienced foster who can further assess behavior in a stable home environment after a proper period of decompression. Force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing/exposing Blue to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended.) Potential challenges: _X_House soiling _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control (It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training is recommended.) _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Blue’s previous history reports that while he has been living outside for the majority of his life, he has had no socialization with humans/animals whatsoever. Blue has displayed no social behavior during his stay in our care centers and actively avoids any form of human interaction/engagement. Blue displays all appropriate warning signals upon direct contact and will require safe/appropriate management.) _X_Resource guarding (Blue has been observed to become stiff upon approach when food items are in his possession; We cannot be certain whether any guarding or possessive behavior may appear in a home environment, but we recommend adopters comfortable with safe management and modification of guarding behavior in case it does.)

10/05/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
DOG INFORMATION SHEET Where did this dog come from? MY home ORIGINAL SOURCE Family / Friend GRANDSON Does this dog have a microchip? NO WHY ARE YOU BRINGING THIS DOG IN? Behavior RELATIONSHIP I’ve owned him a few years ABOUT 3 YEARS PEOPLE Lives with _ ADULTS Does he get along with children? No Does he get along with strangers? No Has he ever bitten anyone? Yes Has he bitten anyone in the last 10 days? Yes Describe his behavior: EXTREMELY UNRULY AND NOT TRAINED NO GOOD WITH OTHER ANIMALS Can you describe his behavior around animals he doesn’t live with? UNPREDICTABLE PERSONALITY Loves to play, is very active HABITS EATS WHATEVER HE WANTS TRAINING NONE Goes to the bathroom wherever Does this dog have any behavioral problems that you’re aware of? If yes, please provide as much detail as possible.YES HE NEEDS TRAINING Does this dog have any medical problems that you’re aware of? If yes, please provide as much detail as possible. NO Vet’s name and number: Last time there?NEVER Is there anything that could be done to help you keep your dog?NO What kind of home do you think would be best for this dog? I DONT KNOW Is there anything else we should know? HES A GOOD DOG, I JUST DONT TRUST HIM. I’M TOO OLD TO BE TAKING CARE OF THIS BIG DOG.

WEB MEMO
No Web Memo

10/13/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Unaltered, Owner surrender Previously lived with: Chained in the yard, only caregiver was 78 years old Behavior toward children: Does not get along with children Behavior toward dogs: Reported to be unpredictable Behavior toward cats: Reported to be unpredictable FG/RG: None reported Bite history: Bit owner on forearm, leaving 2 inch cut near wrist Housetrained: No Energy level/descriptors: Described as unruly, needs training, is very active Other notes: Has had no socialization/training SAFER ASSESSMENT:10/13/2016 Summary: Blue is highly uncomfortable with any form of handling/interaction and will become stiff, expose his teeth and attempt to lunge. Blue has been observed to become stiff in his kennel when given his food bowl and has been observed to be highly dog reactive. For safety concerns as well as considering Blue’s stress levels, he is not an appropriate candidate for an assessment at this time. Blue would benefit best from a New Hope placement partner who can safely/appropriately manage him. PLAYGROUP: Summary MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 10/6/2016 During his initial medical examination, Blue appeared highly stressed and did not allow for handling.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13) (See known history/potential challenges) _X_Place with a New Hope partner (Due to his previous history along with in shelter observations, Blue would benefit best from being placed with a New Hope rescue at this time which can provide an experienced foster who can further assess behavior in a stable home environment after a proper period of decompression. Force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing/exposing Blue to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended.) Potential challenges: _X_House soiling _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control (It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training is recommended.) _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Blue’s previous history reports that while he has been living outside for the majority of his life, he has had no socialization with humans/animals whatsoever. Blue has displayed no social behavior during his stay in our care centers and actively avoids any form of human interaction/engagement. Blue displays all appropriate warning signals upon direct contact and will require safe/appropriate management.) _X_Resource guarding (Blue has been observed to become stiff upon approach when food items are in his possession; We cannot be certain whether any guarding or possessive behavior may appear in a home environment, but we recommend adopters comfortable with safe management and modification of guarding behavior in case it does.)

GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
No Group Behavior Summary

10/06/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Scan negative BARH Nervous Doesn’t like to be touched , tried to jump Mild dental tartar Limited exam due to beh Alopecia and dermatitis on both ears Intact male NOSF

10/13/2016 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
cage exam due to behavior dx with CIRDC, started on doxycycline today first dose report of epistaxis bar well conditioned slight epistaxis right nares no coughing RE RR normal appears to be a robust young dog a; CIRDC with epistaxis, r/o violent sneezing p; cont with current tx, add on chlorpheniramine 4mg po BID x 5 days excellent prognosis

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