DIVA – 15644
Safe - 12-22-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 12/22/17
Diva
Hello, my name is Diva. My animal id is #15644. I am a desexed female brown dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 07-Dec-2017.
Diva 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 Diva would be best suited to a dog experienced home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes:Mariah, Whitney, Gaga, Swift. All great, of course. But can any hold a candle to our cinnamon sensation? Diva may not have the golden pipes of those aforementioned ladies (she’s not much of a barker), but she’s good on the charisma. With a sparkle in her eye so bright it’s as if she’s lit by spotlight, and a smile so enchanting it’d dazzle even the most frenzied paparazzo, 2 year-old Diva is undoubtedly meant for stardom. Now let’s pull back the curtain on why. We’ve covered her ample physical charms but Diva is far more than meets the eye. While she does pull slightly on leash, eager to make her way to center stage, she’s quick to sit and gentle in taking her treats, that pretty head cocked attentively to the side at every moment in between. Diva comes to us as a stray so unfortunately much of her past is unknown. We know she’s a bright and confident girl who appreciates the finer things (we’re talking snacks and toys) in life and can make the plainest of holiday scarves look like a million bucks. But even a certified superstar needs a quiet place to rest her head. A warm hearth to go home to, a door that’s always open, and someone who’ll love her no matter what even when the glitz and glamour are gone. Mariah, Whitney, Gaga, Swift. Sure. They’re all well and good. But there’s one special diva just waiting in the wings for her chance to steal the show. Diva is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC. Another volunteer writes:Diva is anything but! She’s playful, affectionate, sweet, fun, and she’s a playgroup helper dog, attesting to her love of her fellow canines. Rock star! Housetrained, good on the leash, and while she pulls towards other dogs on the street wanting to play, she can be redirected and managed easily, and with consistency and rewards (lots of treats), she’ll learn what to do. Off leash, she’s great, loves to play ball, can catch it on the fly, does little bunny hops as she plays keep-away with me. I don’t generally laugh out loud, but she had me laughing at her antics, her good sense of fun, her affectionate ways; she’s a great dog, pure and simple. She listens well, is respectful and smart, doesn’t mind being dressed for the cold, and is so much fun to be with. If your ideal soulmate is a fun loving, playful, affectionate, smart and beautiful dog, Diva is the one you want to ask for when you visit. She’s perfect!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 51.4 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Reported 2 years – exam is consistent with this Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned POSITIVE on intake History : Stray, no medical hx available Subjective: Alert, excited Observed Behavior – Allows all handling, wagging tail, panting, soft body. Yelps on exam of AS. Objective BAR-H, MMs pink and moist EENT: No discharge AU but pt yelps when I look at AS, and the skin of the medial pinna AS has moderate lichenification. Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Oral Exam: Clean adult teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female, spay tattoo seen MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Assessment: 1. Appears to have chronic otitis changes to AS Prognosis: Fair-good Plan: 1. Instilled Osurnia AS – repeat in 1 week, recommend following up with permanent veterinarian about aftercare 1088
Recheck for reported coughing: S/O BAR in kennel, e/d ok – mild serous nasal discharge/sneeze A: mild CIRDC vs other P: Doxy 250 mg PO SID x 14 days + Cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 3 days
Details on my behavior are…
Diva had a loose body and waggy tail during the intake. She accepted treats nicely. She was receptive to handling and allowed collaring. She sat on command and went inside the kennel willingly.
Date of Intake: 12/7/2017
Spay/Neuter Status: Spayed
Basic Information:: Diva is a brown and white large mixed breed dog. She was found tied up to a fence. She is 2 years old and has previously been in our shelter.
Previously lived with:: Unknown.
How is this dog around strangers?: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
How is this dog around children?: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
How is this dog around other dogs?: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
How is this dog around cats?: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
Resource guarding:: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
Bite history:: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
Other Notes:: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
Medical Notes: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
For a New Family to Know: This information is not known since she arrived as a stray.
Date of intake:: 12/7/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 12/10/2017
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 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.
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:: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His/her body is between you and the toy, and is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness.
Summary:: Diva approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. She jumped up on the assessor a few times in a social manner. She allowed all handling and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: *PLAY GROUP HELPER DOG* Diva has displayed social, playful behavior when off leash with other dogs in the care center. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. Based on behavior observed in our care, the behavior department feels she would be compatible with other dogs who are social and highly playful.
Summary (1):: 12/8: When introduced off leash to male and female dogs, Diva engages in exuberant bouncy play.
Summary (2):: 12/9-10: Diva engages in bouncy play with male and female dogs. She becomes anxious and vocal after a longer period outside.
Summary (3):: 12/11: Diva engages in bouncy, somewhat rough play with male and female dogs. She becomes anxious and vocal when not socializing with dogs.
Summary (4):: 12/12-17: Diva is bouncy and playful with other playful dogs.
Date of intake:: 12/7/2017
Summary:: Diva had a loose body, wagging tail, and allowed all handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Diva so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. She is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Diva consistently displays highly social behavior with her human caretakers. She has displayed some reactivity towards other dogs while on leash, and will bark and pull towards them. However, she has been receptive to handler distraction and continues to maintain a loose wiggly body and solicits attention.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Potential challenges comments:: 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 her to control her impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center Diva has been observed to react to other dogs on leash, lunging towards them and barking. As Diva plays well with other dogs off-leash, this reaction is likely due to excitement and frustration, therefore we recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior. She will need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach her to look at you rather than other dogs.
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