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BLUE MOON – 23247

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SAFE 03/28/18

BLUE MOON – 23247

Intake Date : 3/19/18  Intake Type: Owner surrender

Medical Behavior: Blue   Age: 8 years   Sex: Male

Weight: — lbs

DVM Intake Exam;Estimated age: 8yo;Microchip noted on Intake? neg;History : o/sSubjective: BARH. Nervous, backs away when approached. Muzzled just in case, was difficult trying to place muzzle, P scratched nose during the process. Once muzzle was placed, P was well behaved during PE and med handling.Observed Behavior -Objective T =P = wnlR = wnl; BCS 6/9;EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Abrasion dorsal nose. Oral Exam: muzzled.PLN: No enlargements noted;H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic;ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated;U/G: MI, 2 testicles;MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat;CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities;Rectal: normal externally; Assessment; intact male; apparently healthy; Prognosis: excellent; Plan:plan for neuter;SURGERY:Okay for surgery

A Little Bit About Me…

A volunteer writes: Friendly is Blue Moon’s middle name and with David Bowie eyes, a freckled nose and that big ol’ mushface, he’s the kind of handsome that draws a crowd wherever he roams. After some earlier shyness he’s now ready to meet and greet right at the front of his den and like most requests Blue initially refuses, with the bribe of a treat leashing him is a breeze. He’s keen to get out for a walk so he can take care of business and though he does pulls hard, he’s a good listener and will show off his ‘sit’ for a tasty reward nibbled gently from my hand and we’re told he knows commands for come, stay, lay down and give paw too! 8 years young and full of fun, Blue’s eager to play and happy to share his toys and he’ll plop his ample butt down to wait for my throw but bark to let me know that if I’m too slow he’s coming up to get it himself…then follow through with an impressively athletic jump to prove it! On the bench he snuggles tight into my side and though I wasn’t lucky enough to score any belly rubs (his former owner’s favorite thing about Blue was how he rolls over) we did share plenty of petting and even a brief smooch. Blue has shown some leash reactivity to dogs (though he plays nicely with the ladies) and we’re told he’s also scared of cats (he actually runs away from them!) so any introductions to new four-legged friends should be handled slowly and with the utmost care for Blue’s feelings on the matter. In his former life this good boy was well fed, well groomed and well loved so in an active home with plenty of the same he’ll continue to thrive and delight for many happy years to come. Blue Moon is waiting at the Manhattan Care Center with a forever home dream in his heart, will you be the one to make it come true?

Let’s get to know each other a bit more…

Basic Information: Blue Moon is an 8 year old unaltered large breed dog that the owner got from a friend when he was just a puppy. The owner is surrendering due to moving to a place where they do not allow pets. Blue Moon’s last vet visit was about two years ago for routine vaccines.
Previously lived with: adults and children
How is this dog around strangers? Blue Moon is described as shy around strangers but he is friendly when he warms up.
How is this dog around children? Blue Moon has lived with toddlers and infants and he is very friendly with them, always playing gently.
How is this dog around other dogs? Blue Moon does not like larger dogs, hr growls and barks at them.
How is this dog around cats? Blue Moon is afraid of cats and hides from them.
Resource guarding: Blue Moon is not bothered when his food bowl is touched while he eats or if a treat or toy is taken from him.
Bite history: Blue Moon has never bitten or scratched another animal or person.
Housetrained: Yes
Energy level/descriptors: very high
Other Notes: Blue Moon is nervous when he hears loud noises and he hides. Blue Moon is not bothered when he is taken off furniture, restrained, bathed, when his nails are trimmed, when he is brushed, or if he is disturbed while he sleeps. Blue Moon barks when the doorbell rings.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues? No
For a New Family to Know: Blue Moon is described as friendly and affectionate. The owner’s favorite thing about Blue Moon is how he rolls over. Blue Moon’s favorite thing to do is play with his ball at home. Blue Moon follows the owner around at home. Blue Moon plays with any toys and enjoys playing fetch and tug. Blue Moon sleeps on his own dog bed. Blue Moon is free fed Eukanuba dry food and the owner also gives him some chicken and rice. Blue Moon uses the grass when he goes outside. Blue Moon knows how to sit, stay, come here, lay down, and give paw on command. On a leash, Blue Moon pulls very hard. When taken off leash, Blue Moon wanders but will come back when called.
Behavior Notes:
Upon intake, Blue Moon was a little timid. Blue Moon was head shy so he was not collared. Blue Moon took treats gently. Blue Moon walked well on a leash but pulled a bit.

Details on my behavior are…

Date of assessment: 21-Mar-2018
Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff.
Paw squeeze 2: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 1: 3. Dog head flips while moving hip away.
Flank squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all.
Toy: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary: Blue Moon approached the assessor in the assessment room. He was a bit tense at the start of the assessment, but softened during squeeze. When his paw was touched, he became very tense, so flank was used.
Playgroup notes:

3/22: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Blue Moon is a bit tense, follows, sniffs.

3/23: Blue Moon greets female dogs politely. He follows a select female dog and attempts to mount.
Date of intake: 19-Mar-2018
Summary: Blue Moon was timid and head shy so was not collared.
Date of initial: 20-Mar-2018
Summary: Blue Moon was tense and backed away when approached but then allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL: Blue Moon’s previous owner described him as having a very high level of activity. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:
Blue Moon has been observed to back away when handlers made attempts to collar him. He will re-approach when coaxed using treats and allows petting when approached slowly.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: ADULT ONLY HOME
Recommendations:
No children (under 13)
Due to a fearful behavior seen at the care center (growling in kennel and tensing out of kennel), we recommend an adult only home at this time.
Potential challenges:
Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Kennel presence
Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Blue Moon gives clear warnings when he 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 Blue Moon, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Bue Moon to initiate interactions with new people. He should never be forced to greet or to interact if he is not comfortable and soliciting attention.
On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: Blue Moon was reported to bark and growl at dogs by his previous owner. Blue Moon may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach him to look at you rather than other dogs.  We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.
Kennel presence: Blue Moon barks and growls at people who approach his kennel. While we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in any other contexts, in highly emotionally charged or stressful environments Blue Moon may show behavior similar to what she is currently demonstrating in her kennel. We recommend potential adopters be comfortable managing this behavior and keeping themselves safe in any similar future situations.

 

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