BRUTUS – A1097918

Brooklyn Center

My name is BRUTUS. My Animal ID # is A1097918.
I am a neutered male brown germ shepherd mix. The shelter thinks I am about 5 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 11/26/2016 from NY 11249, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
12/03/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 40.4 LBS.

12/03/16 CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: BAR. Attention seeking EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular discharge, mild nasal discharge H/L: Coughing, sneezing A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 200mg po q24 x 10 days. Continue to monitor while at BACC Excellent prognosis

11/26/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/26/16 15:26 Brutus is a brown German Shepherd mix, found as a stray and brought into QAC. upon intake Brutus displayed a loose body, wagging tail and an open mouth. Brutus scanned negative and allowed all handling.

12/02/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: I don’t think I’ve EVER seen a dog more excited to go for a walk. The second I got close to Brutus’ cage, his little tail was banging all over the place so hard, it sounded like a hailstorm was coming down outside! This guy was so happy to see a friendly face that he just couldn’t contain himself. Brutus pulls a little bit on his leash (and who can blame him–this is a guy with a zest for exploration!) but is very responsive to his handler. At 5 years old, Brutus’ wild puppy days are behind him, but he has plenty of love and energy for a new family. Please come and see him at the Brooklyn ACC today!

11/29/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: N/A Intact, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/29/16 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted. His ears are back, his tail is down, and he has a relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog jumps on Assessor once play begins. Squeeze 1&2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Brutus was friendly and very playful towards the assessor, he displayed no behavioral concern. PLAYGROUP: Brutus came in to the Care Center as a stray so his previous behavior around other dogs is unknown. When off leash with other dogs at the Care Center, Brutus was initially sexually motivated but has become more social with further playgroup sessions. In a group of calm male and female dogs, Brutus is social, checking in on the other dogs often as he explores the pen. With larger males, Brutus status seeks by placing his chin on his back and attempting to mount. He responds well to handler interruptions and continues to explore the pen. The Behavior Department recommends that Brutus be placed in a home with dogs that match his calm sociability and that a proper dog-dog interaction is conducted to ensure compatibility. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/27/16 During his initial medical examination, Brutus readily allowed all handling without issue. ENERGY LEVEL: Brutus displays a high activity level in the care center. RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (Suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

11/28/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Brutus came in to the Care Center as a stray so his previous behavior around other dogs is unknown. When off leash with other dogs at the Care Center, Brutus was initially sexually motivated but has become more social with further playgroup sessions. In a group of calm male and female dogs, Brutus is social, checking in on the other dogs often as he explores the pen. With larger males, Brutus status seeks by placing his chin on his back and attempting to mount. He responds well to handler interruptions and continues to explore the pen. The Behavior Department recommends that Brutus be placed in a home with dogs that match his calm sociability and that a proper dog-dog interaction is conducted to ensure compatibility. 11/28: Brutus is sexually motivated and attempts to mount a novel female. After being interrupted by handlers he wanders in the pen. 11/30-12/1: In a group of calm male and female dogs, Brutus is social, checking in on the other dogs often as he explores the pen. He is slightly sexually motivated with a female dog but does not attempt to mount. When a larger male enters the pen, Brutus status seeks with him by placing his chin on his back and attempting to mount. He responds well to handler interruptions and continues to explore the pen.

11/27/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
microchip scan negative intact male approximately 5 yrs old BARH minor debris AD slightly cloudy eyes mild dental tartar and gingivitis 40.4lbs; BCS: 3/5 pressure sores on forelimbs friendly and active, allowed all handling

12/03/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
12/03/16 CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: BAR. Attention seeking EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular discharge, mild nasal discharge H/L: Coughing, sneezing A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 200mg po q24 x 10 days. Continue to monitor while at BACC Excellent prognosis

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