COSETTE – 18484
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Cosette
Hello, my name is Cosette. My animal id is #18484. I am a female white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 17-Jan-2018.
Cosette is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Behaviorally, we suggest that Cosette would be best suited to an experienced dog home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: According to Mr. Webster, a Cossette is defined as a strip or a slice, and our little girl is so tiny, that certainly could describe her. And, of course, my favorite character Cosette from Les Miserables, is adopted by a wonderful family and lives happily ever after. We like that ending, and that’s what we wish for our sweet slip of a girl. Ask her what her favorite thing to do is and she’ll not only tell you, she’ll show you–that cuddling and kissing rank right up there, probably even before a treat! And treats….she sits before being asked and takes them super gently. No interest in a ball or a toy as of this writing, it’s all about treats and cuddles, cuddles and treats. She’s also good on leash, seems to be housetrained, is very quiet and easy. When our time together was over, she hopped right back into her kennel, no muss no fuss, turned around with a wag of her tail to our ‘see you later, Cosette’. She’s at that perfect age, over any puppy crazies she may have had, and ready to spend her time cuddling with her new person. It doesn’t get better than that!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 44.6 lbs
17/01/2018
BARH scan negative female intact tense, nervous appx 3 yrs old mild tartar dirty coat BCS 5/9 NOSF
17/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 Microchip noted on Intake? Placed on Intake Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : SH Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior: Growled at handler in kennel but easily allowed staff to handle her and to conduct a PE. Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = – P = 100 R = WNL BCS= 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Teeth in good condition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, MM pink, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Vulva UR, large teats indicating a possible present pregnancy previously MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: – Assessment: Healthy Prognosis: Excellent Plan: OH SURGERY: Okay for surgery
21/01/2018
Reportedly lethargic and having difficulty getting up in kennel today S/O -QAR, docile and sweet, loose body language, allows all handling -mm pk, sl tacky; CRT <2 sec -scant serous nasal discharge, no sneezing or coughing noted -eupnic, heart/lungs WNL -soft, nonpainful -no lameness noted, possible mildly decreased weight bearing on LH -LH: mildly decreased hip extension with mild discomfort at end range, trigger point in sartorious; stifle stable with no discomfort -moderate discomfort on palpation of TL spine -normal CP, reflexes x 4 A 1. Lethargic, difficulty getting up-r/o back pain (r/o mild IVDD vs other) vs orthopedic discomfort (LH hip vs other) vs early CIRDC 2. Decreased L hip extension, sartorious pain-r/o hip dysplasia vs secondary to back pain vs other P -rimadyl 75 mg PO SID x 5 days, first dose given -limited walks x 7 days -recommend hip radiographs when sedated for sx
22/01/2018
Recheck left hip, back pain after starting rimadyl yesterday S/O -BAR, docile and friendly, allows all handling; really sweet girl! -no nasal discharge, sneezed once but seemed behavioral -eupnic -LH: subtle decreased weight bearing on limb today but appears improved today; hip extension also appears better today but still mildly decreased with discomfort on end range; trigger point in L sartorious appears softer and less painful today -no appreciable back pain A 1. LH lameness, mild; r/o mild hip dysplasia vs trigger point in sartorious vs other 2. Back pain, mild, appears resolved today; r/o secondary to mild LH lameness vs other P -Cosette appears improved today and her lameness is very mild; it appears to be associated with the left hip which may indicate there is some level of hip dysplasia, although an acute soft tissue injury cannot be rule out; the trigger point in the sartorious and mild TL pain are most likely secondary to slightly abnormal gait -recommend hind limb radiographs at time of spay -recommend weight management +/- joint supplement long term, depending on underlying condition, she may require intermittent pain management -suspect that even if this is hip dysplasia, it should not significantly interfere with her quality of life
23/01/2018
S/O – BAR, mm pink, CRT <2, sneezing with moderate serous discharge. H – no murmur, Lungs clear. BCS 6/9. Mild LH lameness noted at walk, full extension of left hip elicits mild reaction. A 1. CIRDC 2. LH lameness – improving P 1. Cancel surgery due to CIRDC. Start Doxycycline SID x 10 days, Cerenia SID x 4 days, recheck in 7 days. 2. Monitor LH lameness, consider rads if not continuing to improve
23/01/2018
S/O: Rejected from Surgery due to CIRDC A/P: Move to iso 1) Doxycycline 200 mg PO SID for 14 days 2) Cerenia 60mg PO SID for 3 days Recheck in 3 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
How is this dog around strangers?: As per the officer when they approached the door to the basement apartment the dog was growling & snarling.Once the dog was taken out of the apartment and placed in the vehicle it showed no signed of aggression.
Date of intake:: 1/17/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Other Notes:: Cosette was growling and snarling when police removed her from the apartment she was in. After this she displayed no signs on aggression.
Date of assessment:: 1/18/2018
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. 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 follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
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:: Cosette approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. She allowed all handling, was social throughout, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: The behavior department feels that Cosette may be most compatible given slow introductions to polite dogs. Though initially appearing uncomfortable around other dogs in the care center, she has opened up to engaging in play with select dogs. It is recommended that all future introductions be conducted on a one on one basis.
Summary (1):: 1/17: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Cosette is tense with raised hackles. She initially actively avoids the greeter. When the greeter dog walks away, Cosette rushes over with a tense body, though does not act further and walks away.
Summary (2):: 1/21: Cosette is tense when approached. When the male helper dog turns away, she follows and sniffs from behind.
Summary (3):: 1/22: Cosette engages in brief bouts of play with a polite male dog.
Date of initial:: 1/17/2018
Summary:: Cosette was tense.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Cosette so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Cosette was initially fearful in the shelter environment displaying warning behaviors in her kennel towards novel people (growling), but once outside of her kennel displays highly social behavior. She will solicit attention and petting from handlers and take treats in a gentle manner. When exploring the yard she will return and check in with handlers, sitting close by and leaning in with soft body and soft eyes.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: No dog parks: The behavior department feels that based on behavior observed, Cosette may be most comfortable interacting with dogs on a one on one basis.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: When being removed from the apartment she was in, Cosette was growling and snarling. We have not seen any of this behavior at the care center and Cosette has been receptive to handling and social with handlers. We have no history of her in a home so we do not know if this has been displayed. If the behavior does present in a future home environment, guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is recommended.
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