CHEERIO – 12639
Safe - 11-24-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 11/24/17
Cheerio
Hello, my name is Cheerio. My animal id is #12639. I am a desexed male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 14-Nov-2017.
Cheerio is at risk for medical reasons. Cheerio was yesterday diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. We have no concerns about Cheerio’s behavior, and he has been assessed as being suitable for most homes.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Cheerio! Such a bright and breezy name for this quiet, shy little moppet who wants nothing more than to hunker down on a lap and enjoy gentle petting while he dreams of sunnier days. A sweet senior with big, soulful eyes that elicit sympathetic ‘awwws’ from everyone who passes us as we cuddle, Cheerio simply couldn’t be any easier to handle. After successfully luring him to the front of his den with treats he let me pick him up, put a bow round his neck and plop him on the floor in the hopes he’d do some walking (nope!) without a peep of complaint and when we settled on a chair he relaxed into my arms like a fluffy wee lamb. Timid when near his four-legged peers and not one for strenuous exercise or games, Cheerio would make the perfect pet for a homebody with lots of snuggle time on their hands and plenty of tasty food in their cupboard. All he asks for in life is love…and treats, of course. Give Cheerio something to cheer for by stepping up to adopt him today and you could enjoy this holiday season with a warm lap and an even warmer heart.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 12.6 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:10y Microchip noted on Intake? y History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -very calm at first, screamed with blood draw Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =100 R =wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: OU corneal scarring, bupthlamos (breed related) Oral Exam: severe dental disease PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites,few warts noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment; warts, ddz, chronic eye dz Prognosis:good Plan:tab ou bid
S/O -QAR, docile, allows all handling -did not eat breakfast this morning -mucoid nasal discharge, sneezing -mm pk, tacky; CRT <2 sec; severe dental disease -OU: corneas appear dull and dry with mild mucoid discharge -eupnic, quiet lung sounds -grade III L apical heart murmur -soft abdomen -RH: grade III-IV patellar luxation with significant medial buttress and decreased extension -mild to moderate LS discomfort -sebaceous cyst with mild irritation over caudal dorsum A KCS Dental disease CIRDC Heart murmur Sebaceous Cyst Patellar luxation with arthritis LS pain-r/o IVDD vs other P Gave 100 ml LRS SQ Cerenia 0.6 ml SQ Doxycycline 50 mg PO SId x 14 days Cerenia 16 mg PO SID x 3 days, start 11/21 Gabapentin 50 mg/ml: 1 ml PO BId x 7 days Optimmune BID
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Cheerio was walking around intake room. He allowed counselor to pick him up and place him on counter for intake photo. he allowed to be pet on head, scanned, and collared. He was receptive to all handling.
Basic Information:: cheerio came in as a stray so there is not much behavior known.
Date of intake:: 11/14/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/15/2017
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. No interest.
Summary:: Cheerio did not approach the assessor in the assessment room but allowed the assessor to approach him. He had a soft body and allowed all handling but displayed no social behavior. He stood still for the entire assessment.
Summary (1):: 11/15: When introduced off leash to dogs, Cheerio keeps to himself while trembling.
Summary (2):: 11/16: Cheerio is fearful and keeps only to himself.
Summary (3):: 11/17: Cheerio keeps only to himself.
Date of intake:: 11/14/2017
Summary:: Upon intake, Cheerio allowed all handling.
Date of initial:: 11/14/2017
Summary:: Cheerio was calm but screamed when blood was drawn.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Cheerio so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a low level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
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