COCO – A1099628

COCO – A1099628

**RETURNED 06/17/2017**

NEUTERED MALE, BROWN, CHIHUAHUA SH MIX, 1 yr, 2 mos
RETURN – ONHOLDHERE, HOLD FOR COURTESY Reason PET HEALTH
Intake condition ILLNESS Intake Date 06/17/2017, From NY 10459, DueOut Date ,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary 06/17/17 10:44 Pt returned for dvm re exam persistent coughing, went to other dvm who said patient was seriously ill has been medicating patient with zithromax not eating dog food, but will eat chicken S/O: QAR EENM: MM PINK AND MOIST, CRT 2 SEC, yellow nasal dc CV: NO MURMURS OR ARRHYTHMIAS LUNGS: CLEAR coughing ABD: SOFT AND NONTENDER ABD: MS/INTEG: AMB X 4, BCS 8/9 NS: APPROPRIATE PLN: NSF GU: Mn A: CIRDC, febrile, inappetant, weight loss P: offered a/d thoracic radiographs– nsf Admit for tx 100 cc SQ LRS SID Cerenia 0.5 cc SC SID switch to doxycycline PO SID x 10 days. 06/11/17 13:56 Hx: adopter reports coughing, not eating, S: very nervous and seems unpredictable but allowed all handling, went slow, did not need to use muzzle, no growling but tail in between legs and shaking, towel technique QAR Clear OU/AU, mucoid nasal dicsharge OP 1/4 tartar PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic, mild occasional cough ABD snp MSK amb x 4 Integ wnl, mild amount of urine staining fur around prepuce BCS 7/9 UG m/n Neuro alert and appropriate A: CIRDC overweight P: 200ml LRS SQ 0.7ml Cerenia SQ 0.25ml Mirtazapine PO 0.2ml Azithromycin PO SID x 7days
Weight 15.0

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**SAFER: EXPERIENCED HOME**

NEUTERED MALE, BROWN, CHIHUAHUA SH MIX, 1 yr, 2 mos
OWNER SUR – ONHOLDAVAI, HOLD FOR ID Reason OWN EVICT
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 05/31/2017, From NY 10468, DueOut Date 06/03/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary 06/01/17 16:45 Very nervous and seems unpredictable but allowed all handling, went slow, did not need to use muzzle, no growling but tail in between legs and shaking BAR Clear OU/AU, nndc OP 1/4 tartar PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic ABD snp MSK amb x 4 Integ wnl, no ectoparasites BCS 7/9 UG m/n Neuro alert and appropriate A:Overconditioned Otherwise apparently healthy P:No tx needed Does not need surgery, already neutered Excellent prognosis Think he would do great when adopted, just nervous at shelter
Weight 17.1

PROFILE:

Basic Information:

Coco is a 1 year old Chihuahua who was surrendered due to his previous owner getting evicted.

Socialization:

Around strangers Coco is friendly, outgoing and plays exuberantly with adults and children. Coco has spent time with children ages 4 to 5 years old and is relaxed/ playful around them. Coco has spent time with small dogs at the park and is usually shy around them at first and will warm up soon after. Coco has never been around cats so it is unknown how he will react to being around them.

Behavior:

Coco has never bitten another person or animal and has shown no behavior issues while at home. Coco is fearful or fireworks and gets nervous when he hear them. Coco is friendly when someone touches his food/bowl while he is eating, takes a treat/toy away, pushes/pulls him off of the furniture, holds/restrains him, disturbs him while he is resting/sleeping, or gives him a bath. Coco’s previous owner did not attempt to trim his nails so it is unknown how he will react to that event. If an unfamiliar person approaches Coco’s family/home he will bark at them.

For a new Family to know:

Coco is described as playful, shy, confident, mellow and excitable with a medium activity level. When at home Coco will follow around his owner and likes to play with all toys. Coco was kept indoors and was fed both wet and dry food. Coco is house trained and rarely has any accidents. Coco is well behaved when left at home alone and has never been crate trained. Coco likes slow and brisk walks on a leash and will run away when off leash.

Intake Behavior:

Coco growled and barked at staff when approached, Coco’s owner had to collar him and scan him for the microchip number.

BEHAVIOR:

KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile

5/31/17

Unaltered Male, Owner Surrender

Previously lived with: Adults

Behavior toward strangers: Social

Behavior toward children:  Has spent time with children ages 4-5 years old, playful and Relaxed

Behavior toward dogs:  Has spent time with small dogs at the park, shy at first but warms up

Behavior toward cats: Unknown

Resource guarding: None Reported

Bite history: None Reported

Housetrained: Yes

Energy level/descriptors: Shy, mellow and excitable with a medium activity level.

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

Date of assessment  6/2/2017

Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. His body a bit tense, his tail is low and not moving. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.

Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, his tail is between his legs, body a bit tense, mouth closed, ears back

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft, playful mid game, settles easily.

Squeeze 1: 3. Dog is soft in body and eye, and moves his legs/body so that the Assessor is unable to hold the paw

Flank squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all.

Toy: 1. Minimal interest in Toy, brief interest in squeak sound, does not fully engage.

Summary:  Coco appeared tense throughout up close handling portios of assessment, though tolerated handling without issue.

PLAYGROUP:

Summary

INTAKE BEHAVIOR

5/31/17 Upon intake Coco growled and barked at staff when approached

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 5/31/17

During his initial medical exam, Coco was tense but allowed handling

ENERGY LEVEL:

His owner describes Coco as having a medium activity level which matches what we have seen in the care center.

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

_X_No young children (under 5) – While Coco spent time with young children previously, he has shown interaction avoidance here in the care center and seems a bit uncomfortable with quick movements. He may be intimidated by young children and needs a slow approach to warm up. Coco should never be forced to interact with new people, or submit to petting or handling

Potential challenges:

_X_Handling/touch sensitivity  – Coco became tense during up close tactile handling portions of his assessment, though shows good coping skills. He will do best with an adopter prepared to allow him to warm up to new people slowly

Group Behavior:

6/2: When off leash with other dogs, Coco will snap when greeted face to face.

 

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