CRIMSON – 9324
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10-17-2017 Manhattan
Rescue: Amsterdog Animal Rescue
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SAFE 10/17/17
CRIMSON – 9324
Hello, my name is Crimson. My animal id is #9324. I am a desexed male gray dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 6 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 09-Oct-2017.
crimson is being placed at risk due to CIRDC.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Crimson and clover and lovely all over. That’s our sweet, silver peanut for you. At an incredibly youthful 6 years-old this angel-eyed, floppy-eared sweetheart with the snowy-white nose and vanilla-dipped toes will still your heart with just one look. For honestly, how could one resist a face such as that? One full of uncertainty, of wonder, of hope, and of hurt all in waves like the tide at dusk. But while Crimson’s wide and constant smile shines like the sun, his small frame could use some care. He is thin – the shadow of ribs peeking out from his patchy coat – and covered in raw-looking hot spots right down to the pads of his paws. But while he may be cautious and careful with where he plants his feet Crimson gives his heart without one care. Once he’s confident that you’re a friend, you kneeling to his level, eye to eye and soul to soul, Crimson opens like a flower and places his head underneath your hand. So you rub his head and consider that frame covered in spots where love should have been. And for every one spot you make a wish in his name, the first for a home all his own. Crimson walks well on leash, takes his treats nicely, is extremely affectionate and attention-seeking and allows all handling. He would do best with an experienced owner who can give him structure, love, and plenty of time to flourish. Crimson is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 48 lbs
not bleeding, unable to trim nails
Estimated age: 4-8 years based on dentition Microchip noted on Intake? History : Found outside, howling. Subjective: Standing, howling and whining in kennel. Eager to come out of kennel. Observed Behavior – Allows all handling, leans into head scratches Objective BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 4/9 EENT: Periocular erythema, small abrasion on dorsal aspect of nose (cage nose). AU: moderate yellow waxy discharge, lichenification, erythema, moderate stenosis. Oral Exam: Moderate to severe tartar, moderate gingivitis, some gingival recession PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male intact, testicles S/S
MSI: Many erythematous, alopecic areas all over body and legs. The skin at the base of all toenails is severely erythematous. All toenails are long but the nails on the 3rd and 4th toes of the hind legs are extremely long, curled under and touching the pads. All 4 paws have severe erythema, mild swelling, areas of superficial ulceration. Stiff and slightly jerky movement of hind legs, moderately decreased extension in both hips. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally
Assessment: 1. Generalized dermatitis – R/O allergies, environmental vs. food 2. Otitis externa 3. Long nails 4. Dental disease 5. Stiff hind legs – likely hip dysplasia vs. possible motor/nerve disorder Prognosis: Good – allergies may require some long-term management after we get him over this episode
Plan:
1. Rimadyl 100 mg PO SID x10 days 2. Cephalexin 500 mg PO BID x21 days 3. Bathe with malaseb shampoo twice weekly x3 weeks or longer as necessary 4. Clean ears, administer Osurnia, repeat in 1 week 5. Trimmed the longest nails during exam 6. Recommend neuter in-house with pelvic rads at the time of surgery
SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are..
Date of intake:: 10/10/2017,10/10/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No,No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray,Stray
Date of assessment:: 10/15/2017,10/15/2017
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.,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 leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.,1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
Tag:: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.,1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.
Paw squeeze 1:: Item not conducted,Item not conducted
Paw squeeze 2:: Item not conducted,Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 1:: 1. Dog does not respond at all.,1. Dog does not respond at all.
Flank squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all.,1. Dog does not respond at all.
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.,1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Crimson approached the assessor quickly in the assessment room with a soft body. During tag, he grabbed the leash, but quickly relinquished it and was playful. He was social throughout the assessment and allowed all handling. Flank was used due to sores on his paws.,Crimson approached the assessor quickly in the assessment room with a soft body. During tag, he grabbed the leash, but quickly relinquished it and was playful. He was social throughout the assessment and allowed all handling. Flank was used due to sores on his paws.
Summary (1):: 10/11: When introduced to the helper dog on leash, Crimson stiffens, hard barks, and continues to pull toward and hard bark while the helper dog is in sight. Off leash introduction is unable to be conducted due to medical condition.,10/11: When introduced to the helper dog on leash, Crimson stiffens, hard barks, and continues to pull toward and hard bark while the helper dog is in sight. Off leash introduction is unable to be conducted due to medical condition.
Date of intake:: 10/9/2017,10/9/2017
Summary:: Crimson was social.,Crimson was social.
Date of initial:: 10/10/2017,10/10/2017
Summary:: Crimson allowed all handling.,Crimson allowed all handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Crimson so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity.,We have no history on Crimson so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below),EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable,TM – Treatable-Manageable
Potential challenges: : On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Potential challenges comments:: On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center, Crimson has been observed to react to other dogs on leash, lunging towards them and hard barking. Crimson may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach him to look at you rather than other dogs. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center, Crimson has been observed to react to other dogs on leash, lunging towards them and hard barking. Crimson may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach him to look at you rather than other dogs. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.
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