CHARLIE – 11757
Safe - 11-9-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 11/09/17
Charlie
Hello, my name is Charlie. My animal id is #11757. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 9 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 04-Nov-2017.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 13.6 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: approx. 9yo Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : stray Subjective: BAR, friendly, easy to handle and examine Observed Behavior – Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = P = wnl R = eup BCS 6/9 EENT: dried black discharge along medial canthi OU, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted. Oral Exam: severe periodontal disease PLN: submandibular LNs mildly enlarged, symmetrical H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2. Increased BVS bilaterally, snorting/honking, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male, 2 testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites. Multiple dermal masses : one round raised 2cm on left lateral thorax, and two round 1 cm raised masses on right dorsal and lateral thorax. Dirty haircoat. Diffuse hairmatting, especially on muzzle, limbs, and caudal dorsum. Hypotrichosis along dorsum. Multiple blackheads. Overgrown nails. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally. Assessment geriatric intact male hair matting hypotrichosis — r/o old age vs endocrine vs other dental disease enlarge submandibular LN — r/o secondary to dental disease dermal masses — r/o benign vs malignant overgrown nails increased BVS, snorting, honking — r/o collapsing trachea vs old age vs other Prognosis: fair Plan: bathe shave hair matts nail trim cbc/chem/t4/UA consider bx and removal of dermal masses SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age
SURGERY IS PERMANENTLY WAIVED FROM ACC DUE TO AGE
Blood work available for review CBC-low end normal hct (37.7%), mild lymphopenia, severe thrombocytosis Chemistry-low creat (0.3), mildly elevated globulins, mildly elevated globulins (4.6), mildly elevated ALP (277), GGT (12), Tbili (1.3), Cholesterol (337) USG 1.010 A -Thrombocytosis-suspect Cushing’s disease, concern for vascular event, particularly PTE due to severity -Elevated liver values-suspect Cushing’s; r/o pancreatitis vs other
Several episodes of vomiting reported S/O -BAR, allows handling but appears somewhat anxious -mm pk/pigmented, tacky; difficult to assess CRT; severe dental disease -slightly enlarged/prominent L submandibular LN, likely secondary to dental disease -panting heavily, laryngeal stertor -referred upper airway noise, panting heavily but normal effort -severely distended/pot bellied abdomen; slightly tense on palpation; no obvious fluid wave -dried diarrhea in fur around rectum A 1. Laryngeal stertor-suspect secondary to elongated soft palate 2. Heavy panting-concern for possible pulmonary thromboembolism; r/o pain/discomfort secondary to nausea, abdominal pain, etc 3. PU/PD, distended abdomen-suspect cushing’s disease 4. Vomiting, possible diarrhea-r/o pancreatitis vs other 5. Dental disease P Gave 0.3 ml torb SQ-seemed to make him somewhat calmer but was still intermittently panting Gabapentin 250 mg/5 ml: 1 ml PO BID, first dose given at 4:30 pm Cerenia 0.7 ml SQ SID x 3 days Chest radiographs tomorrow Monitor breathing, SPO2 Recommend low dose dexamethasone test after placement to confirm suspected cushings +/- abdominal ultrasound
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Charlie was very excited and wagging his tail. Charlie allowed all handling.
Basic Information:: Charlie is a 9 year old unaltered small breed dog that the owner inherited last year after his grandmother passed away. The owner cannot have Charlie due to financial issues. The owner has never taken Charlie to the vet. The owner says that sometimes Charlie has breathing issues.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Charlie is cautious around strangers but then he warms up and begins wagging his tail, approaching them slowly.
How is this dog around children?: Charlie has spent time around a number of children, he is relaxed and playful with them. Charlie plays gently with children.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Charlie is relaxed and playful with the female small breed dog at home.
How is this dog around cats?: Charlie has never been around cats.
Resource guarding:: Charlie is not bothered when his food bowl is touched while he eats but he growls when a treat or toy is taken from him.
Bite history:: Charlie has never bitten or scratched another animal or a person.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
Other Notes:: Charlie hides when a fire truck passes by outside. Charlie is not bothered when he is taken off of furniture, when he is restrained, when he is disturbed while he sleeps, when he is brushed, or when he is bathed. Charlie is afraid when his nails are trimmed. Charlie barks when the doorbell rings.
For a New Family to Know: The owner describes Charlie as very shy and affectionate. The owner’s favorite thing about Charlie is how good he is with kids. Charlie’s favorite thing to do is play with his stuffed toys. When the owner is home, Charlie follows him around. Charlie likes to play with stuffed toys and he enjoys playing fetch and tug. Charlie has been kept indoors only. Charlie sleeps under the bed. Charlie eats Pedigree wet and dry food, 1.5 cup of dry a day and if he is eating the wet food then 1/2 can twice a day. Charlie will use a wee-wee pad at home if one is put down for him. When taken outside, Charlie uses a hydrant. On a leash, Charlie pulls lightly.
Date of intake:: 11/4/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 1 year)
Previously lived with:: Adults and a small dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Cautious but warms up with a slow approach
Behavior toward children:: Relaxed and playful
Behavior toward dogs:: Relaxed and playful with the dog he lived with
Resource guarding:: Yes, Charlie will growl is a treat or toy is taken away from him.
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Charlie is described Charlie as very shy and affectionate with a medium level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 11/6/2017
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, ears are back, tail is down, relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog stands with tail low and wagging, and comes toward the Assessor in a friendly manner when the Assessor ceases moving.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Charlie approached the assessor in the assessment room. He allowed all handling and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary (1):: 11/6: When introduced off leash to dogs, Charlie approaches and greets politely. 11/7: Charlie greets other dogs politely.
Date of intake:: 11/4/2017
Summary:: Charlie was excited and allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 11/4/2017
Summary:: Charlie was social and easy to handle.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Charlie’s previous owner described him as having a medium level of activity which matches what we have seen at the care center.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No young children (under 5)
Recommendations comments:: No young children: Due to his previous owner reporting that Charlie growls when treats or toys are taken from him, we recommend a home without young children. Older children who can be trusted to leave Charlie alone when in possession of treats or toys can be considered.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding
Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Charlie’s previous owner reported that he will growl if a treat or toy are taken away from him. We recommend that Charlie be left along while eating, and that food guarding behavior modification steps (available at ASPCApro.org) be utilized if this behavior is problematic in his future home. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Charlie’s mouth, and any time something is removed he should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. He should be taught the “drop” cue and trade-up games.
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