BRUCE WAYNE – A1111148

Manhattan Center

My name is BRUCE WAYNE. My Animal ID # is A1111148.
I am a male white and tan chihuahua sh mix. The shelter thinks I am about 5 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 05/05/2017 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

05/09/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Bruce Wayne A1111148 was placed At Risk for New Hope only Behavior

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/09/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 6.3 LBS.

Hx: started coughing today; otherwise doing well; grade V/V heart murmur noted on intake S/O BAR, allows handling expiratory, dry hacking cough with end gag mm pk, tacky grade V/V heart murmur eupnic, lungs clear CXR-cardiomegaly with mild dorsal displacement of trachea; diffuse mild bronchiole pattern A 1. heart murmur/cardiomegaly-r/o valvular dz vs other 2. cough-suspect CIRDC (r/o heart failure vs tracheal collapse) P okay to move to iso doxycycline 0.6 ml SID x 14 days lasix 6 mg SQ SID x 3 days ideally he would follow up with full cardiac work up including ECG, echo and blood pressure; if not possible, then rec’d starting ACE-inhibitor, pimobendan +/- lasix and monitoring CXR q4-6months

05/05/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/05/17 18:58 Bruce Wayne had a relaxed body and tolerated all handing. He allowed collaring and was loose and wiggly with the admissions counselor.

05/08/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Bruce Wayne….Love him… True, he was a bit unruly when he arrived at the care center and he was not fond of having his behavior assessed…I do not like tests either mostly when I am stressed and it would be even worse if I was a Chihuahua.. We all know how that breed is..The shaking leaf type…Well, he was all friendly and well disposed when I showed up at his door, got leashed 1,2, 3 and went for a much appreciated walk around the block. The light rain did not seem to bother Bruce Wayne. He was not fond of my treats but begged for some lap time that I converted into arm time…BW was the perfect gentleman proving us that things can improve with a little TLC. Bruce Wayne, the tiny Chihuahua(he is only 6 pounds) would love to be your forever and loyal best friend. Come and meet him soon at the Manhattan Care center.

05/07/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 5/5/17 Unaltered Male, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 5/17/17 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 stiff, mouth closed. Tag: 3. Dog repeatedly spins toward the touch, and repeatedly tries to exit. Squeeze 1: 5. Dog snaps Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Bruce Wayne appeared fearful during his assessment, backing away from the assessor. When his aw was touched during the assessment, he snapped. PLAYGROUP: Bruce Wayne offers defensive correction upon approach from other dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 5/5/17 During his initial medical exam, Bruce Wayne was growling and snapped. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Bruce Wayne so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity. RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13): Due to how uncomfortable Bruce Wayne is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Bruce Wayne has not acclimated well to the kennel environment and has snapped when uncomfortable. 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: _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Bruce Wayne snapped when his paw was handled, showing an uncomfortability with touch in certain areas. It is important to avoid touching Bruce Wayne’s paws at this time and being cautious when touching him in other areas as we do not know where he may have other sensitivities. Positive reinforcement, reward based training should be used to pair touch with good things such as food rewards in order to teach Bruce Wayne to be more comfortable with this _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Though observed to be human-social, Bruce Wayne may need time to warm up to the handler as he initially presents as a fearful dog, avoiding contact, shying away from direct touch. We recommend allowing Bruce Wayne to interact at his pace.

05/07/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
5/7: When introduced off leash to dogs in the care center Bruce Wayne keeps to himself and offers defensive correction upon being approached. 5/8: Bruce Wayne keeps only to himself and offers correction when approached. 5/9: Bruce Wayne offers correction when approached.

05/06/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
05/06/17 11:58 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~ 5 years Microchip noted on scan negative History : new intake on 5/5 Subjective: Observed Behavior – tried to bite multiple times during exam, stiff and tense on exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective — limited exam due to behavior T = — P = — R = — BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal discharge noted, mild debris AU Oral Exam: adult dentition with mild-moderate dental disease PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: 5/6 left sided heart murmur with palpable thrill, lungs clear, normal RR and RE ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact with 2 scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment ~5 year old MI dog 5/6 left sided heart murmur with thrill male intact Plan waive from surgery due to heart murmur recommend cardiology consult with echo after placement due to intensity of heart murmur trimmed, long over-grown nails on exam Prognosis: Fair SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to heart murmur

05/09/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
Hx: started coughing today; otherwise doing well; grade V/V heart murmur noted on intake S/O BAR, allows handling expiratory, dry hacking cough with end gag mm pk, tacky grade V/V heart murmur eupnic, lungs clear CXR-cardiomegaly with mild dorsal displacement of trachea; diffuse mild bronchiole pattern A 1. heart murmur/cardiomegaly-r/o valvular dz vs other 2. cough-suspect CIRDC (r/o heart failure vs tracheal collapse) P okay to move to iso doxycycline 0.6 ml SID x 14 days lasix 6 mg SQ SID x 3 days ideally he would follow up with full cardiac work up including ECG, echo and blood pressure; if not possible, then rec’d starting ACE-inhibitor, pimobendan +/- lasix and monitoring CXR q4-6months

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