BUCKY – A1096263

Staten Island Center

My name is BUCKY. My Animal ID # is A1096263.
I am a male white shih tzu mix. The shelter thinks I am about 3 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 11/08/2016 from NY 10301, owner surrender reason stated was TOO MANY P.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/23/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NH ONLY, Weight 15.9 LBS.

History: Patient is stable. No vomiting, diarrhea. Coughing Obj Fractious EENT- Bilateral ocular mucous discharge. Cv- No murmur, regular rythm Neuro- Ambulatory in all 4 limbs Skin- Matted hair MS- NAF Lymph nodes- Normal size Assessment- bilateral ocular discharge Plan Clean eyes and shave excessive hair. Continue doxycycline treatment

11/08/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/08/16 13:35 Bucky is a 2 year old Shih Tzu who was surrendered to ACC due to behavior concerns. His former owner received him from a family friend 1.5 years ago. As per Bucky’s former family he does not have any health concerns. Soclialization: Around strangers Bucky tends to be nervous or fearful and will circle the owner in a continous manner and lunge or bark at the person approaching. He has lived with a 4 year old little girl and around her he is described as relaxed, his previous family stated his behavior was more relaxed around the 4 year old. The owners have reported several bites with the last being July 2016 while out on a walk with him. During the walk the previous owner attempted to correct Bucky from doing something and Bucky would not correct so as they bent down to grab his collar Bucky turned and bit the previous owner on the index finger. He has lived with a 5 year old neutered Mulchie (Maltese/Chi Mix) and is relaxed and gentle with him and was described by the owners as being best friends. He has not been around cats so his behavior is unknown. Friendly Reaction: 1) Touches food or bowl while eating, takes bone or treat away or takes a toy away. 2) Gives him a bath 3) Disturbs while sleeping or resting Afriad Reaction: 1) Being held or restrained. Bite Reaction: 1) Trims nails or touches feet / paw pads 2) Brushes or grooms coat. For The New Family To Know: Bucky is described as a fearful dog with a medium activity that will follow you around when you are home. He enjoys playing with his balls. Bucky slept on the floor in his previous home and was fed table food on a consistant basis. As per the owner he is mostly house trained and well behaved when left in the home alone.

11/11/2016 WEB MEMO

No web memo.

11/15/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Unaltered, owner surrender Previously lived with: Adults, child (age 4), another dog Behavior toward children: Relaxed Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed and gentle with his housemate Behavior toward cats:Unknown FG/RG: None reported Bite history: Yes. Bucky has bitten multiple times, but the details of the bites (who he bit, what triggered the bites, how severe the injury was) are not known. Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Bucky is described as a fearful dog with a medium activity. Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/15/2016 Bucky began growling, snarling, and biting his own legs and side of body when attempting to leash. Tactile portions of assessment were skipped. Toy: 1: Minimal interest, dog sniffed then turned away. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: When off leash with other dogs, Bucky is polite, tolerant and social around both male and female dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/8/2016 Bucky was nervous during his initial medical exam. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Due to the warning and distance-increasing behaviors shown in the care center, as well as Bucky’s multiple bite history we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide force free behavior modification to address the biting and underlying anxiety.

11/09/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs, Bucky is polite, tolerant and social around both male and female dogs. 11/10 update Bucky continues to get along well with male and female dogs. He doesnt engage in play and will often explore the yard with the company of other dogs. 11/14 update Bucky continues to be social and friendly with both male and female dogs.

11/08/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
initial sacn negative barh male intact approx 3 years has gingivitis and teeth tartar ambx4 eent : wnl nervous , and not allowed to handle nosf

11/23/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating NH ONLY
History: Patient is stable. No vomiting, diarrhea. Coughing Obj Fractious EENT- Bilateral ocular mucous discharge. Cv- No murmur, regular rythm Neuro- Ambulatory in all 4 limbs Skin- Matted hair MS- NAF Lymph nodes- Normal size Assessment- bilateral ocular discharge Plan Clean eyes and shave excessive hair. Continue doxycycline treatment.

 

 

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