CHEERIO – A1124574

CHEERIO – A1124574

**SAFER : EXPERIENCED HOME**

MALE, CREAM, SHIH TZU MIX, 8 yrs
STRAY – STRAYAVAI, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 09/06/2017, From NY 10009, DueOut Date 09/09/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary  Estimated age: 8y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : reports of lickig genital Subjective: Observed Behavior – shakinf, very nervous P = 80 R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: sclerosis ou, AD hyperkeratotic no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: moderate tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, patellar luxation 2/4 both bilateral skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: lux patellas, otitis Plan: otibiotic no treatment for stifles at this time Prognosis: fair. patellas may develop arthritis SURGERY: Okay for surgery in house
Weight 15.8

BEHAVIOR:

KNOWN HISTORY: None

Date of intake 9/6/2017

Unaltered male, stray

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

Date of assessment 9/8/2017

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, mouth closed

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body low and a bit fearful.

Squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are back.

Toy: 1. Minimal interest in Toy, briefly responds to squeak sound, does not engage

Summary: Cheerio appeared fearful throughout assessment, though tolerated handling.

PLAYGROUP:

Cheerio greets politely and wanders the pen.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:

Date of initial 9/7/2017

During his initial medical exam, Cheerio was trembling but allowed all handling.

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 with low to medium energy.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially in the behavior outlined below)

Potential Challenges:

_X_ Fearful – Cheerio was timid but allowed all handling. He would do best with a slow approach, and being spoken to in a soft, gentle voice.

 

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