BRUCE – A1123421

Manhattan Center

My name is BRUCE. My Animal ID # is A1123421.
I am a male br brindle and black chow chow and germ shepherd mix. The shelter thinks I am about 9 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 08/26/2017 from NY 10453, owner surrender reason stated was OWNER HOSP.

08/31/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Bruce A1123421 is at risk due to CIRDC diagnosis.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/30/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 63.2 LBS.

noted to have normal stool followed by diarrhea today S/O BAR, appears friendly in cage excessive serous nasal discharge, mild sneeze OS-episcleral hemorrhage laterally appears eupnic A CIRDC Diarrhea-r/o stress vs other P move to isolation baytril 136 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 4 days metronidazole 500 mg PO BID x 5 days prognosis: good with treatment temp s/n waiver due to CIRDC

08/26/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/26/17 21:33 Bruce was aggressive and combative at pickup. He lunged and attempted to bite on several occasions. The owners daughter couldn’t provide much information on Bruce’s temperament. She states he is about 9-10 years old and was a good watchdog. She also explained that he spent most of the time outside in the yard.

08/29/2017 WEB MEMO
A staff member writes: Some folk are made for the city; some folk are made for the suburbs. Maybe the saying “Don’t forget where you came from” holds true for some things. I think this holds true for Bruce. While he hails from the Bronx and is not exactly from the suburbs, the area of the Bronx he used to live in is as close as it gets! When on a walk, he checks in with me frequently wondering “Excuse me miss? What are these honk, zoom, and buzz noises?” with big bulgy eyes. He also used to find comfort in his backyard, which could explain why he has big questions marks on his face when on these city streets. I take him to the yard to get to know him better, and his big bulgy question mark eyes turned to smaller relaxed speech bubbles; his eyes are speech bubbles that say, “Oh hi there, nice to finally meet you again. Let’s start over”. “Backyard Bruce”, as I call him, showed me that deep down, he is made for a quieter area, where his gentleman demeanor comes about. A volunteer writes: Quiet in his kennel, a gorgeous fluff of orange and black, Mr. Bruce wags his plumbed tail, inviting me to take him out. And out we go! Bruce potties right away, and because he’s a bit nervous on the street, we head to the backyard where Bruce can be off leash. The added bonus is that we can cuddle, and Bruce enjoys hopping up on the bench with me to do just that! Bruce joined us when his owner went into hospice care, and there is no one in the family to care for him. We’re told he spent much of his time outdoors, although when I snuggled into Bruce, he smelled clean and delicious! Shy for the first few minutes, he was then so happy to sit near me, allowing kisses, softly wagging his tail, alert to everything going on in the yard. Bruce wasn’t interested in either of my treats, nor toys, but when people came into the yard, he ran over to investigate the newcomers, standing against the fence to say hello. Bruce’s world has turned upside down, he’s lost everything he knows and holds dear, so will need time to adjust to his new reality. He’s shown that despite this major upheaval in his life, he’s ready to make a new friend and be a true blue companion. Let’s give him that chance.

08/29/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 8/26/17 Unaltered Male, Owner Surrender SAFER ASSESSMENT: 8/29/17 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. His body posture is stiff and fearful, his tail is low and not moving. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, his tail is between his legs, body tense, mouth open. Tag: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Does not follow. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog head flips. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Bruce remained aloof with the assessor throughout his assessment, displaying no social behavior. He backed away from the assessor at times and attempted to maintain distance. PLAYGROUP: Bruce has displayed polite behavior when interacting with other calm dogs in the care center. History around dogs is not known due to arriving as a stray. Based on observation made in our care, the behavior department feels that Bruce may be most compatible with other dogs who are respectful and calm. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Upon intake, Bruce was lunging and snapping. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 8/26/17 During his initial medical exam, Bruce was tense and whale eyed. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Bruce so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he 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 Bruce 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: Bruce 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 Bruce, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Bruce to initiate interactions with new people. He should never be forced to greet or to interact if he is not comfortable and soliciting attention.

08/29/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Bruce has displayed polite behavior when interacting with other calm dogs in the care center. History around dogs is not known due to arriving as a stray. Based on observation made in our care, the behavior department feels that Bruce may be most compatible with other dogs who are respectful and calm. 8/29: When introduced off leash to a calm female dog, Bruce greets politely with loose body then wanders the pen. 8/30: Bruce greets politely with wagging tail then wanders the pen.

08/29/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8 Microchip noted on Intake? no History : surrender Subjective: BAR, hydrated Observed Behavior – timid, shy, muzzled for exam. Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = 120 R = 20 BCS: 5.9 EENT: acute scleral hemorrhage OU (dorsal only) rule out secondary to neck restraint/pulling, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: broken canines, worn dentition, no gingivitis noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: scleral hemorrhage (rule out acute restraint related), worn dentition, otherwise in good health Plan: continue to monitor at MACC Prognosis: good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

08/30/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
noted to have normal stool followed by diarrhea today S/O BAR, appears friendly in cage excessive serous nasal discharge, mild sneeze OS-episcleral hemorrhage laterally appears eupnic A CIRDC Diarrhea-r/o stress vs other P move to isolation baytril 136 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 4 days metronidazole 500 mg PO BID x 5 days prognosis: good with treatment temp s/n waiver due to CIRDC

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