CHOCO CHIP – A1125458

Manhattan Center

My name is CHOCO CHIP. My Animal ID # is A1125458.
I am a male red and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 09/14/2017 from NY 11693, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

09/17/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Choco chip A1125458 is at risk with a New Hope Only determination. Choco chip’s threshold for arousal appears low and the propensity to tip over to aggression is high; he does pose a safety concern in the care center at this time.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
09/16/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 63.0 LBS.

Hx: Reported to be non-weight-bearing on right front leg on 9/14/17. Today, pt is bearing weight on RFL but does occasionally lift it up. A small laceration is visible on the medial aspect of the front leg, along the radius, proximal to the carpal joint. Today he has diarrhea Tx: Metronidazole 250 mg Give 1 tab PO BID 7 days Rec to Give a dose of Dia-gel 0933

PET PROFILE MEMO
No Pet Profile Memo

WEB MEMO
No Web Memo

09/17/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
CANINE BEHAVIOR EVALUATION for Choco Chip A1125458 KNOWN HISTORY: None 9/14/2017 Intact male, stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 09/17/2017 Summary: While appearing social at times, Choco Chip has been observed to escalate to threatening behavior on multiple occasions without clear warning. For these reasons, Choco chip is not a candidate for an assessment at this time. PLAYGROUP: 9/14: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Choco Chip approaches, sniffs, follows and continues to sniff with a neutral body. He does not otherwise display interest in further approach or socializing. History around dogs is unknown for Choco Chip due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends allowing Choco Chip a period of decompression before immediate introductions to other dogs. Future introductions should be conducted at a slow pace to respectful dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 09/14/2017 During his initial medical examination, Choco chip was initially playful and allowing handling though suddenly snapped and growled twice and became reactive on leash. IN-SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: On multiple occasions, Choco chip has been observed to escalate to threatening behavior without clear warning. Choco chip has appeared friendly then has snapped and growled suddenly. Choco chip has also jumped and snapped at a caretaker’s arm during walk. Because of the inconsistently in behavior and the unpredictability, Choco chip is unable to safely handle in the care center.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13) _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Due to all the noted concerns displayed in shelter in addition to our lack of known history, the behavior department recommends placement with a rescue group to further assess Choco chip’s behavior in a stable environment. Potential challenges: _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Choco chip has growled and snapped when handled, showing an uncomfortability with touch in certain areas. It is important to be cautious when touching him in other areas as we do not know where he may have other sensitivities. Positive reinforcement, reward based training should be used to pair touch with good things such as food rewards in order to teach Choco chip to be more comfortable with this _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Choco chip has been observed to escalate quickly to snapping and growling, so this is an established behavior that he offers when he feels threatened. Choco chip needs careful behavior modification and management to prevent future bites. We recommend only force-free, reward-based training methods for Choco chip as more aversive techniques are likely to increase fear and increase the risk of aggression. _X_Anxiety

09/14/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
9/14: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Choco Chip approaches, sniffs, follows and continues to sniff with a neutral body. He does not otherwise display interest in further approach or socializing. History around dogs is unknown for Choco Chip due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends allowing Choco Chip a period of decompression before immediate introductions to other dogs. Future introductions should be conducted at a slow pace to respectful dogs.

09/14/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:3 Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior – initally very waggy and playful, licking examiner, allowing exam, then during petting/play suddenly snapped and growled–unknown why. growled and snapped again when vaccinated. reactive to leash after. Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective P = 60 R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, few scratches on face CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Plan: neuter Prognosis: good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

09/16/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
Hx: Reported to be non-weight-bearing on right front leg on 9/14/17. Today, pt is bearing weight on RFL but does occasionally lift it up. A small laceration is visible on the medial aspect of the front leg, along the radius, proximal to the carpal joint. Today he has diarrhea Tx: Metronidazole 250 mg Give 1 tab PO BID 7 days Rec to Give a dose of Dia-gel 0933

 

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