DIAMOND – A0996520

Manhattan Center

My name is DIAMOND. My Animal ID # is A0996520.
I am a spayed female black and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 3 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 09/29/2016 from NY 10457, owner surrender reason stated was PERS PROB.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
09/30/2016 Exam Type INITIAL – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 57.8 LBS.

Scanned positive 985112003121076 QARH Mild dental tartar Tense and nervous Spayed Activyl applied for fleas prevention Nosf

09/29/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
09/29/16 18:35 Basic Information Diamond is a spayed three year old American Pitt Bull Terrier who was surrendered to the police by owner due to personal issues. Police stated when they arrive to pick up Diamond she was already in a carrier. Police hand fed her treats and she ate them calmly. Police petted her and she tolerated their touch. No signs of aggression were displayed while under the care of the police. Behavior during Intake Diamond tolerated all handling. She had a wiggly body and tail. She ate treats from my hand without any issues. No signs of aggression were displayed during the intake procedure.

10/22/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Diamond is as precious as her name, a timid yet incredibly affectionate ebony beauty who’d be a strong candidate for the title of both world’s worst model and world’s sweetest dog! You’ll have to use a bit of imagination to see how truly pretty Diamond is from her photos as during our shoot she’s in perpetual motion, constantly angling for a snuggle session with me or a play date with her doggie friends. Though anxious in her kennel, she’s very easy to leash and soon we’re out the door and breathing the sweet air of freedom, something Diamond especially seems to appreciate as she points her nose straight up to sniff sniff sniff the air! This darling pup arrived as a stray and when a simple bounce of the tennis ball sends her cowering under the chairs, I have to wonder if she’s ever known a truly caring home. I gently reassure her that everything is ok and Diamond emerges with a tentative tail wag, eager to be loved and fussed over. All is forgiven as I pet her and she burrows her head into my lap, a perfect little doll. Despite Diamond’s bashfulness she’s still a playful puppy at heart and when other dogs pass by I catch glimpses of the carefree girl she has the potential to be. She leaps and bounds to be near them and the ears that refused to perk for my camera stand to excited attention whenever she sees a fellow pooch. Diamond does pull slightly on leash but seems quite house trained and she’s very responsive when I call her back to me, a little polish and her manners will soon shine as brightly as her namesake. This hidden treasure is still waiting to be discovered by a special, gentle person with the patience to take things slowly. Another volunteer writes: Now here is my personal favorite Diamond. She was quite the dog. Diamond is a calm and very affectionate pit-bull. When you hear how much pit-bull owners love and defend their dogs, Diamond is the reason why. All she wanted to be was near you and lean against your leg. And if there are two people around don’t get jealous Diamond will make time for everyone. She splits her time and hugs evenly to everyone around. She is 2 years and 10 months old. You will love this dog!

10/26/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
IN-SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: While Diamond has improved significantly in off -leash play with other dogs, engaging in rough, running, pushy and vocal play, she struggles with severe barrier reactivity. When being walked she will pull hard when she sees another dog and then eventually begins to bark and flail on the leash and only breaks focus when the dog is out of sight. She will exhibit similar behaviors when in her kennel–barking and snapping at passing dogs. The behavior department recommends Diamond go to an experienced adopter who is able to work on her reactivity using force-free, reward based training. We also recommend Diamond leave the care center in a timely manner so as to not continue rehearsing these behaviors. 10/1 SAFER: Diamond pulls a bit on the leash. She was excited but very interested in interacting with handler during assessment – jumped up. Diamond was excited during some of the handling items, but had soft body language. She was distracted, focused on objects in the room rather than the handler during the tag test. Diamond was easy to handle when chewing on toys. Diamond appears to require a significant amount of exercise, mental stimulation. She did not show any concern during the behavior assessment. Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. Sensitivity: 2. Dog displays high energy and movement, but it is directed toward getting closer to the Assessor. Her body is soft, likely panting, may jump up between attempts to lick Assessor. Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, and approaches the Assessor at the end of the game (may need coaxing to approach.) she is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Squeeze 1/2: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Toy 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish toy to you.

02/21/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Diamond engages in vocal, running chase play with other dogs. Diamond has a ‘pushy’ style of play that may be overwhelming to dogs that are less playful or active. The behavior department recommends that Diamond have slow introductions to resident dogs in a future home. Based on the behaviors observed in our care, Diamond may be most compatible with dogs who are tolerant, or engage in a similar style of play. Diamond has displayed concerning levels of reactivity both on-leash and in-kennel, so introductions with unfamliar dogs should be performed in a controlled setting. It is recommended that a future adopter incorporate the use of force-free, positive-reinforcement training, -or the assistance of a trainer who uses these methods- to follow up on Diamond’s socialization with dogs outside the care center. 2/21: When off leash with other dogs, Diamond rushes into the pen and leaps toward the helper dog, offering a bow. She again jumps toward the helper dog playfully, then quickly becomes overaroused and vocal while attempting to solicit. She is easily slowed down with handler interruprtion. Diamond re-approaches the male helper and offers a bow, then continues to approach and sniff when he does not reciprocate. 2/22 update: Diamond is again, forward when greeting the other dog. She immediately rushes over, offers a bow, then begins to vocalize and run after him. Diamond becomes pushy when attempting to solicit attention from the other dog, paw slapping, muzzle nudging, then begins to vocalize and chatter when he tries to avoid her. Diamond appears to lack appropriate play solicitation skills at this time. 2/24 update: Diamond is initially polite during greeting. She becomes overstimulated and begins to jump on and vocalize loudly toward the other dog. When offered correction, she briefly ceases, then resumes. 2/25 update: Diamond engages briefly in vocal play. She corrects when the other dog jumps on top of her during play. 10/3: Diamond is anxious in the pen, running throughout, whining. She briefly solicits play, then corrects when reciprocated. 10/18: Diamond engages in exuberant, running play. She mounts a select, female dog, otherwise greets other dogs politely. 10/19–23: Diamond engages in rough, running play with male dogs. She offers correction if mounted.

09/30/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
Scanned positive 985112003121076 QARH Mild dental tartar Tense and nervous Spayed Activyl applied for fleas prevention Nosf

No RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found
– Normal,
No detailed description for a visit type RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found!

 

 

 

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