CAPONE – A1120946

Brooklyn Center

My name is CAPONE. My Animal ID # is A1120946.
I am a male blue am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 5 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 08/05/2017 from NY 11416, owner surrender reason stated was MOVE2PRIVA.

08/13/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1120946 Capone is At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/12/2017 Exam Type BS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 73.6 LBS.

08/12/17 Recheck skin, day 7 of cephalexin; CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: QAR. Freezes EENT: Eyes clear, moderate seromucoid nasal discharge HL: Sneezing, normal RR/RE INTEG: Generalized erythema, lichenification along ventrum MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Male A: CIRDC, pyoderma P: Rec baytril 340mg PO q24 x 10 days. Continue to monitor while at BACC. Good prognosis

08/05/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/05/17 13:58 Capones owner describes him as being an overall approachable dog. When meeting new people he will approach to sniff and allow others to pet him. He has lived with another dog when he was a puppy and they had no problems with fighting, he has lived with a range of young children as well. He was very tolerant of the children and never growled or snapped at any of them, even when the children were pulling at him. He loves to play all types of games especially tug of war and enjoys every kind of toy. He eats dry food but has also had wet food, he is house trained and will go on grass, dirt or cement. He walks well on a leash but will lightly pull if there is something he is curious about. Capone is terrified of loud noises such as thunder or fireworks and will want to be near the family. He has no history of guarding food or treats, and will sit for a bath and to be brushed. He tolerates his nails being clipped but will pull his paw out of the hand, never growls or snaps. He knows the commands sit, come, down, and stay.

08/09/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: I love Capone! If I were Aesop, I would write a fable about him: the bright-eyed, pouty-mouthed, pink-spotted-nosed boy that might come off as sort of stern, but is really just a big softy! His former owner tells us he was super tolerant of the resident children (such a good boy!) and that he is terrified of loud noises (who wouldn’t want to stay home during a thunderstorm and comfort this guy?!). He has walked perfectly on leash during our outings, seems housebroken and seems to have an ideal middle-aged energy level. Bringing out a toy really seems to take the weight of the world off of his shoulders — he LOVES to play and sprawl out like a frog with his stuffies. He’s very treat-motivated and knows “sit”, “down” and “stay” like a champ (but even if he slips up he’s got an irresistible begging face up his sleeve!). Though he still has moments of being shy and reserved, Capone absolutely loves love! He wags his tail throughout our journey around the block, positions himself for butt scratches, insists that he can fit in my lap, and even rolls over for belly rubs. Plus, sometimes I catch him snoring loudly in his cage…the icing on the charming-cake! He’s looking for a couch to make his music from and a person to love…please come meet him at Brooklyn ACC!

08/08/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Limited 8/5/17 Unaltered male, owner surrender (length of time in previous home) Previously lived with: Adults, children of all ages, and 1 puppy. Behavior toward strangers: Tolerant Behavior toward children: Tolerant Behavior toward dogs: Neutral Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Owner describes Capone as tolerant and neutral. Other notes: Capone is afraid of loud noises (Firecrackers, thunderstorm’s). SAFER ASSESSMENT: 8/9/17 Look: 4. Dog does not hold eye contact remains motionless with ears forward. His body is tense and becomes stiffer as assessment progresses. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, his tail is between his legs, body tense, mouth close, ears back, mouth closed. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes tense. 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: Initially Capone was motionless with his head low, after a few minutes he allowed petting with a soft tail wags. Though a bit relaxed Capone did avoid eye contact, and his tail was semi tucked. Capone became uncomfortable during squeeze, though he did not escalate beyond avoidance behaviors. Handling assessment was complete. PLAYGROUP: Capone’s previous guardian did not provide any information about his behavior around other dogs. When off leash at the Care Center, Capone is initially nervous and hesitant to approach the novel male and female dogs. He eventually exchanges greets, but mostly keeps to himself while wandering the pen. He is slightly sexually motivated-persistently sniffing the female’s genitals. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 8/6/17 Capon was nervous and shaking/cowering with whale eye but allowed all medical handling. Did alligator roll with excessive restraint. ENERGY LEVEL: His previous owner describes Capone as a friendly and playful dog. Capone displayed low energy and movement throughout assessment. Capone will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the (behaviors outlined below). _X_ No young children (under 5)-Due to Capone’s response to some of the SAFER handling items, and interaction avoidance in the care centers. We feel he may be intimidated by very young children. Potential challenges: _X_ Handling/touch sensitivity- Capone has been noted to become uncomfortable with handling at times, especially when a person is reaching over him. It is important to always go slow and give Capone the option to walk away from any social interaction. Capone should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Capone’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Capone may do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings.

08/06/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash at the Care Center, Capone is initially nervous and hesitant to approach the novel male and female helper dogs. As the sessions continue, he becomes social, checking in with the other dogs. He is slightly sexually motivated-genital sniffing, but responds to handler interruptions. Capone’s previous guardian did not provide any information about his behavior around other dogs. The Behavior Department recommends that Capone be placed in a home with a tolerant resident dog that match his calm sociability, 8/6: Capone is initially nervous and hesitant to approach the female helper dog. He eventually exchanges greets and follows her around the yard. He grows slightly sexually motivated, persistently sniffing her genital area but responds to the handler’s interruptions. 8/8: Capone enters the pen slowly, displaying a low body, when introduced to a novel male dog. He mostly keeps to himself, but will occasionally check in with the other dog. 8/9-10: Capone continues to be sexually motivated-persistently licking the female dog’s genitals. 8/11: In a group of calm male and female dogs, Capone explores the pens, and occasionally checks in with group. He is tolerant of an assertive female’s behavior; attempting to keep his distance.

08/06/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5-6 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – nervous and shaking/cowering with whale eye but allowed all medical handling. Did alligator roll with excessive restraint Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS: 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited oral exam due to muzzle PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, 2 testicles descended MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, severe pyoderma with lichenification, erythema, and hairloss diffusely CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Severe pyoderma r/o allergies Plan: Cephalexin 30mg/kg PO BID x14d Benadryl 2mg/kg PO BID x14d Recheck skin, consider scrape, cytology, steroids if no improvement Prognosis: good SURGERY: temporary waiver for surgery due to pyoderma

08/12/2017 BS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
08/12/17 Recheck skin, day 7 of cephalexin; CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: QAR. Freezes EENT: Eyes clear, moderate seromucoid nasal discharge HL: Sneezing, normal RR/RE INTEG: Generalized erythema, lichenification along ventrum MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Male A: CIRDC, pyoderma P: Rec baytril 340mg PO q24 x 10 days. Continue to monitor while at BACC. Good prognosis

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