BONNIE – A1121147

Manhattan Center

My name is BONNIE. My Animal ID # is A1121147.
I am a female br brindle and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 08/07/2017 from NY 10452, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY. I came in with Group/Litter #K17-106985.

08/13/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1121147 Bonnie is At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/11/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPNOCHILD, Weight 34.0 LBS.

S/O: Driver nosticed sneezing prior to loading for s/n at ASPCA QAR serous nasal d/c ate well normal stool in cage A: r/o CIRDC P: rec postpone spay move to iso Baytril 136 mg 1 po sid x 14 days LRS 200 ml sq sid x 3 days Px good pending resolution of cirdc

08/07/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/07/17 13:29 Bonnie is a large brown brindle and white large breed female dog estimated around 4 years old. She has cropped ears and was found with a male dog looking just like her but with drop ears, they were both tied up to a gate in a neighborhood in the Bronx found early in the morning. Behavior During Intake: Bonnie had a very loose body at first and wide eyes. She allowed all handling and being petting, once I tried collaring her neck and her body tightened up and she started to side eye me. I noticed as I tightened the collar up before I clipped it, her upper lip started to flinch and did a slight snarl. I did not proceed to collar her, she allowed me to take a picture of her once the male dog she was with left the room. She scanned negative for a microchip.

08/13/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: I doubt that the real Bonnie is the scared gal we have at the Manhattan Care Center. She came to us with her handsome friend, Clyde…who is the extroverted of the pair. Bonnie is hesitant to be leashed and exit her kennel. Treats are the name of the game, and we start a back-and-forth dance, leading, with the help of luck, in leashing her. Do we have a tail? Yes, we do but only when we reach the park. Despite her shy looks, people comment on how beautiful and elegant Bonnie is. She is petite, perfectly carved in a light brindle wood, and her ears precisely cropped. She accepts my caresses without ducking. I even clean her eyes. Tethering her for pictures sends her back to her wary self, but duck jerkies once again appease her fears for a moment. Birds and the one squirrel we met did not peak her interest. A good looking Sheppie was to her liking, though, and I was told that she did enjoy her time in playgroup with Benny, a very good looking and well-mannered gent. Bonnie needs work to come out of her shell at least within our walls, here at the care center. A home environment, other pooches maybe, and mostly the care and love of an understanding human, could be just “what the doctor ordered” for a speedy recovery. Bonnie is waiting to put her life in the hands of her new person and teacher.

A volunteer adds: “Bring back my Bonnie to me”….. Scared Bonnie is slowly on the mend and letting her fears go. She accepted easily my leash and met in the yard, Clyde, her housemate. He was so excited to see her…She was more about clinging to me…Bonnie has a little cold but she still loves treats and will sit for them on command. She even hops on the bench next to me and when I returned her to her kennel, as we sat on its edge, she huddled her body against mine and kissed and kissed. I look forward to see her again tonight and give her the attention and love she so needs and deserves. Will YOU offer her a home and your heart?

08/10/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 8/7/17 Unaltered Female, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 8/10/17 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body posture is stiff and fearful, her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is between her legs, body stiff, mouth closed. Tag: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Dog is crouching. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Bonnie was very fearful during her assessment, having a tense body and tucked tail. She moved away from the assessor and was difficult to position. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Selective: These dogs can succeed with certain other dogs, but may be more selective or picky. They may dislike certain ‘types’ of dogs or styles of dog play so they may require extra supervision when interacting with other dogs. PLAYGROUP: Bonnie has displayed interest in socializing with dogs when given time to warm up. IN the care center, she has appeared most comfortable interacting with dogs who are respectful in their approach. Behavior history around dogs is not known due to arriving as a stray. Based on observation made in the care center, the behavior department feels Bonnie may be most compatible with other respectful dogs. Slow introductions are recommended at a pace comfortable for Bonnie. INTAKE BEHAVIOR Upon intake, Bonnie allowed some handling but snarled while being collared. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 8/7/17 During her initial medical exam, Bonnie was tense but allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Bonnie so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced adopter, adult-only home (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No children (under 13): Due to how uncomfortable Bonnie is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Bonnie 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 Bonnie, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Bonnie to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention.

08/08/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Bonnie has displayed interest in socializing with dogs when given time to warm up. IN the care center, she has appeared most comfortable interacting with dogs who are respectful in their approach. Behavior history around dogs is not known due to arriving as a stray. Based on observation made in the care center, the behavior department feels Bonnie may be most compatible with other respectful dogs. Slow introductions are recommended at a pace comfortable for Bonnie. 8/8: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Bonnie allows approach, though appears fearful with a low body and tucked tail. When introduced to the dog she arrived with (A1121146 Cylde), Bonnie appears slightly less fearful, and briefly follows him around the yard. 8/9: Bonnie is more tolerant of polite greeting from other dogs.  She begins to open up and display interest in following and interacting with respectful dogs.  She displays brief interest in play but does not engage fully. 8/10: Bonnie opens up and begins to engage in bouncy play.

08/07/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Estimated 2-5 years based on overall appearance Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg on intake History : Stray, found outside with 1 other dog Subjective: Tense, whale eyed, but allowed all handling with no growling or other signs of aggression Objective BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears cropped and clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Muzzled so not performed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Tense, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female, developed vulva and nipples, likely unspayed 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: Apparently healthy female dog Plan: Spay Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery 1088

08/11/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPNOCHILD
S/O: Driver nosticed sneezing prior to loading for s/n at ASPCA QAR serous nasal d/c ate well normal stool in cage A: r/o CIRDC P: rec postpone spay move to iso Baytril 136 mg 1 po sid x 14 days LRS 200 ml sq sid x 3 days Px good pending resolution of cirdc

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