DILLINGER – A1123081

Manhattan Center

My name is DILLINGER. My Animal ID # is A1123081.
I am a neutered male black and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 08/23/2017 from NY 10468, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

08/29/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Dillinger A1123081 is at risk due to CIRDC diagnosis.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/29/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 25.6 LBS.

S/O QAR, less energy than normal for this dog excessive serous nasal discharge eupnic A CIRDC P move to isolation 200 ml SQF SID x 2 days cerenia 2.5 ml SQ SID x 2 days baytril 136 mg PO SID x 14 days

08/23/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/23/17 18:16 During Intake: Dillinger had a loose body and waggy tail. He was receptive to handling and very gently. He licked the admissions counselor’s hand and accepted treats gently. He chew a stuffed toy gently. He sat nicely and laid on the floor with his legs wide spread very relaxed.

08/29/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Dillinger is the new kid on the block, a cute mini Labrador mix so healthy and shiny in his perfect ebony coat. He is so ready to go for a walk that is more a race around the block than a lazy stroll. That little guy has lots of energy that seems to vanish once he is leash free in the yard. Dillinger is highly house-trained and keeps very clean and orderly quarters. He is very excited to meet other dogs although he is not too fond of them sniffing his kennel. I would feel the same if I felt threatened in my little space. In playgroups with his peers, males and females, he does well while he tried to boss around a single gal he was initially playing with…naughty, naughty. Dillinger is quite friendly, sits beautifully on command and for treats, wags his tail a lot and likes to come on the bench to bond with his human friends. He is very sociable and owns a happy personality. Toys do not seem to interest him, but he is young and will learn all the good stuff once he finds himself safe and loved in an adoptive home. Dillinger is a good looking very medium size little guy, only one year of age, a little independent, a little pushy but a sweetheart nevertheless who will make a great forever best friend in experienced hands. Come and meet him soon at the Manhattan Care Center.

08/24/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 8/23/17 Unaltered Male, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 8/24/17 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog displays high energy and movement, but it is directed toward getting closer to the Assessor. His body is soft, panting, jumps up between attempts to lick Assessor. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Jumps up on and mouths Assessor. Squeeze 1/2: 2. Dog gently places his open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure. Toy: 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish toy to you. Summary: Dillinger was social throughout his assessment and allowed all handling. He was quick to mouth the assessor, with light pressure, and jumped up socially. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Play Skill Novice: These dogs lack appropriate skills to engage in proper play. They may become stuck on one behavior; lack pauses or breaks in play, and often ignores warning signs from other dogs to slow down. Play should end when the other dog in the pair signals it is over. PLAYGROUP: Dillinger is highly exuberant and playful with dogs in the care center. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends that Dillinger have slow introductions to other dogs who are highly playful and social. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Upon intake, Dillinger had a loose body and was receptive to handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Dillinger so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No young children (under 5): Due to the jumpy and mouthy behavior Dillinger displays, we recommend a home without young children. Older children who are comfortable around large, jumpy dogs should have an in-depth interaction prior to adoption. Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control: It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. _X_Mouthiness/Poor bite inhibition: While he applies only light pressure, Dillinger was mouthy throughout the assessment and is quick to put his teeth on skin. This is likely an attention-seeking behavior, but it should be replaced with an alternative behavior as it can frighten people. We recommend never playing with bare hands.

08/25/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Dillinger is highly exuberant and playful with dogs in the care center. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends that Dillinger have slow introductions to other dogs who are highly playful and social. 8/24: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Dillinger attempts to mount and obnoxiously solicit play. 8/25: When introduced off leash to a group of female dogs, Dillinger engages in running bouncy play. 8/26: Dillinger engages in running, bouncy play with male and female dogs.

08/25/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was EXPERIENCE
08/25/17 18:25 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~1 year Microchip noted on Intake? History : Subjective: Observed Behavior – friendly Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective T = P = R = BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact 2 scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment ~1 year old MI dog apparently healthy Plan: OK for neuter Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery

08/29/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
S/O QAR, less energy than normal for this dog excessive serous nasal discharge eupnic A CIRDC P move to isolation 200 ml SQF SID x 2 days cerenia 2.5 ml SQ SID x 2 days baytril 136 mg PO SID x 14 days

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