CUBONE – 12162
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SAFE 11/16/17
Cubone
Hello, my name is Cubone. My animal id is #12162. I am a male tan 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-Nov-2017.
Cubone is at risk for medical reasons. Cubone has old wounds to his head which are still in the process of healing, and such injuries have likely been a recurring problem for Cubone. The shelter environment is not a suitable place for Cubone to heal and avoid exacerbating his injuries. Cubone is a gentle boy who is also underweight.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: After a long and peaceful walk in a nearby park where he sniffed and left his scents to his heart content, Cubone and I took a break in the yard. Cubone certainly enjoyed his time leash free, exploring the area thoroughly, sampling duck jerky politely and accepting my caresses. His demeanor shifted from aloof and well mannered to sociable, attention seeking and very friendly and sweet. He started wagging his tail big time. Cubone came uninvited on my lap, laid his head on my chest and remained that way for a while, rested, just content to be paid attention to, to be loved maybe (I wonder if he knows what it is?) and to feel safe. Looking at our selfies, I marveled at Cubone resting and appearing so noble and solemn in my arms…We both felt good and warm, even on a very cold autumn day…I was so happy to have given Cubone some joy as from his looks I gather that life might not have dealt him a fair share…Cubone, although a big dog is quite easy going, sweet and docile. He has gotten the veterinary team’s thumbs up as a very well behaved patient… I am not sure he knows his basic commands but does come when called and occasionally sits. Cubone needs TLC, more meat around his bones and a safe and loving place to mend his past. Will you welcome in your home a diamond in the ruff, a pooch with a golden heart? Cubone is waiting for you at the Manhattan Care Center.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 57.2 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 YR Microchip noted on Intake NONE History : STRAY Subjective: STRAY Observed Behavior – DOCILE Evidence of Cruelty seen – NEGLECT Evidence of Trauma seen – YES Objective QAR ADEQUATE HYDRATION P = WNL R = WNL BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted FACE COVERED IN DRIED BLOOD. WOUND AT OCCIPITAL CREST GRANULATION TISSUE AND PURULENT DISCHARGE SEEN. PARTIAL DERMAL LACERATIONS TO MUZZLE, CLEAN Oral Exam: CLEAN TEETH AND GUMS PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: SCROTAL TESTES MSI: Ambulatory x 4, DIRTY COAT no masses noted, ROUGH UNKEMPT COAT CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment MALNOURISHED, UNKEMPT WOUNDS ON FACE UNKNOWN CAUSE, INFECTED AND OLD Prognosis: VERY GOOD Plan: CLEANED FACE APPLED SSD SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to MALNUTRITION, INFECTED WOUNDS
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 YR Microchip noted on Intake NONE History : STRAY Subjective: STRAY Observed Behavior – DOCILE Evidence of Cruelty seen – NEGLECT Evidence of Trauma seen – YES Objective QAR ADEQUATE HYDRATION P = WNL R = WNL BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted FACE COVERED IN DRIED BLOOD. WOUND AT OCCIPITAL CREST GRANULATION TISSUE AND PURULENT DISCHARGE SEEN. PARTIAL DERMAL LACERATIONS TO MUZZLE, CLEAN Oral Exam: CLEAN TEETH AND GUMS PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: SCROTAL TESTES MSI: Ambulatory x 4, DIRTY COAT no masses noted, ROUGH UNKEMPT COAT CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment MALNOURISHED, UNKEMPT WOUNDS ON FACE UNKNOWN CAUSE, INFECTED AND OLD Prognosis: VERY GOOD Plan: CLEANED FACE APPLED SSD SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to MALNUTRITION, INFECTED WOUNDS
Presented with old wounds along face and head; one wound on top of head opened up and is bleeding slightly S/O -BAR, sweet boy, allows all handling -mm pk, moist -no nasal discharge, sneezing or coughing noted or reported -AU: severe chronic inflammation and stenosis of canals; pruritic; mild mucoid discharge; severe fibrosing of pinna AD likely from previous aural hematoma -healing superficial excoriations along bridge of nose -superficial, open wound on top of head with mild oozing bloody discharge; comfortable on palpation, no underlying mass palpable -mild carpal hyperflexion bilaterally -grade IV L sided heart murmur, eupnic, normal lung sounds diffusely -soft, nonpainful abdomen -underweight, BCS 3.5/9 A Wound on head, suspect previous wound that was re-opened Chronic otitis externa AU Heart murmur Carpal laxity-r/o congenital ligamentous laxity vs neurologic vs other P Gave dexamethasone SP 1 ml SQ Gave convenia 2.6 ml SQ Applied osurnia AU, reapply in 7 days Recommend cardiac workup (CXR, blood pressure, ECG +/- echocardiogram) after placement for heart murmur permanent s/n waiver due to heart murmur
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, Cubone was very shy and quiet. Cubone had his head down and tail tucked but allowed all handling. Eventually, Cubone became relaxed and appreciated petting.
Basic Information:: Cubone was found as a stray so the information on his behavior is limited to finder information and intake behavior.
How is this dog around strangers?: Cubone allowed the finder to pick him up and put him into their car.
For a New Family to Know: The finder gave Cubone a whole can of Pedigree wet food and he ate the whole can. Cubone was walked from the car to MACC on a leash and walked very nicely on a leash, did not pull and did not attempt to engage with other dogs.
Date of intake:: 11/9/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/12/2017
Look:: 1. Dog leans forward or jumps up to lick the Assessor’s face with tail wagging, ears back and eyes averted.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
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:: Cubone approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He allowed all handling, was social, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary (1):: 11/10: When introduced off leash to a female greeter dog, Cubone greets politely and wanders. He will engage in brief bouts of play when solicited.
Date of intake:: 11/9/2017
Summary:: Cubone initially had a tucked tail but slowly warmed up and allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 11/9/2017
Summary:: Cubone was docile.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Cubone 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:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
Recommendations comments:: Cubone remains calm when in his kennel in the shelter environment and social with handlers outside of his kennel. He may be aloof initially, but will warm up quickly and engage with his care takers, taking treats and soliciting attention.
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