DODGE – 12114
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SAFE 11/15/17
Dodge
Hello, my name is Dodge. My animal id is #12114. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 08-Nov-2017.
Dodge is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex which is contagious to other dogs. He will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. At this time there are no known behavior concerns for Dodge at this time (average determination).
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: I’ve always loved the strong, silent types…the big blockheads with a gentle heart and soul. Meet Dodge, who fits that description to a T. So quiet in his kennel, so quiet during our time together, likely housetrained, great on leash, gives stand up hugs and gentle tail wags. We shivered together in the park for a photo shoot, as Dodge kept popping out of his too-small coat. As the wind picked up and the sun shone brightly, he lifted his head to the sun, closed his eyes and let the wind blow his ears. A moment of tranquility perhaps…a moment of closing ones eyes and being somewhere else in one’s imagination. Do dogs have an imagination? I think they do. Dodge loves treats and takes them softly from my hand. As other dogs pass us by, Dodge notices them intently, and in his first two playgroups, he greets and interacts with two females. As of this writing, he has not been in group with a male. As we walked back to the building, me again so thrilled with how nicely Dodge does on leash, we stopped one more time for photos. As Dodge trembled and looked at me as if to say, seriously Volunteer, it’s freezing out here, I agreed, and back inside we went. Dodge hopped back into his kennel, and as I closed his door, I promised him that a new family would find him soon. He rocked his behavior assessment across the board in every category, and is now just patiently waiting for you to find him. He’s ready to “get out of Dodge” and into your home, so ask to meet him today. Another volunteer writes: I admit to being obsessed with this gentlest of dogs. Always a gem on leash, so housetrained, a great sport about wearing a raincoat, and later in the day a hoodie against the damp, he’s a lover with a gentle soul. As we waited to cross the street, Dodge leans into me for closeness, enjoying some petting as we wait. In a backyard pen we play tug, and then it’s his head in my lap for more petting. When I came for Dodge again for my last walk before I left, he was sound asleep on his bed, but woke and came forward to be leashed. A hoodie was easy to get on him, but more difficult to get off, and he was the picture of patience as two of us maneuvered him out of his clothing. He’s an awesome dog, soft and gentle, so easy to be with, with such a loving heart. He’s ready to give you his heart, are you ready to win it?
My medical notes are…
Weight: 74 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:4y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -wags tail, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =80 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: stained teeth esp rear teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, , Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact, 2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Reportedly limping on 11/12 S/O -BAR, energetic and friendly, allows all handling -mm pk, moist -dry cough on leash, no nasal discharge or sneezing -eupnic -LH: very mild lameness and off loading weight; discomfort on hyperextension of stifle, no positive drawer -no back pain A LH lameness, very mild, suspect CCL sprain Coughing-r/o pulling on leash vs CIRDC P Carprofen 75 mg PO BID x 5 days prognosis: good, suspect mild cruciate injury which is very common in large breed dogs and in many cases, resolves with activity restriction and pain management for 2-4 weeks
Hx: Reportedly limping, unsure which leg. Was also coughing recently (observation not dated). Today pt has visible serous nasal discharge. I do not feel any swelling in either hind leg. Pt is off-loading weight from left hind leg onto the right hind leg. No lesions are noted on the legs. On both hind feet, the caudal aspect of the metatarsal pad is abraded and erythematous. There is also a small thickened region just to the lateral side of the base of the metatarsal pad (on both hind legs). Move to isolation, start doxycycline 225 mg PO SID. Continue Rimadyl. These lesions may be secondary to walking on concrete, or they may be independent of that and present because of pt’s natural gait. 1088
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake Dodge allowed most handling. He was receptive to body and head touches. He allowed counselor to collar and take his picture. He came in with a loose body and wagging tail. Dodge played exuberantly with counselor and enjoyed having his back and belly rubbed.
Date of Intake: 11/8/2017
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Dodge is a roughly 4 year old dog whom was found on the street and brought in as a stray.
Previously lived with:: unknown
How is this dog around strangers?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
How is this dog around children?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
How is this dog around other dogs?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
How is this dog around cats?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Resource guarding:: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Bite history:: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Housetrained:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: unknown
Other Notes:: This animal came in as a stray so information is unknown.
Medical Notes: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
For a New Family to Know: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Date of intake:: 11/8/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/10/2017
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 does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Toy:: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. Dog does not place his/her body between you and the toy.
Summary:: Dodge displayed no behavior concerns during his handling assessment.
Summary (1):: 11/9: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Dodge follows with intent to mount. He is interrupted by handlers briefly, though continues to follow and attempt to continue.
Summary (2):: 10/10: Dodge greets and follows two playful female dogs. While he does not engage in play, he will continue to interact with both and does not attempt to mount.
Summary (3):: 11/11-12: Dodge is polite when greeting female dogs, and engages in bouncy play.
Date of intake:: 11/8/2017
Summary:: Dodge had a loose body and allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 11/8/2017
Summary:: Dodge allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Dodge so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, Dodge displays a medium to high level of energy. He will benefit from daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised, such as play and long lasting chews (kongs, nylabones).
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
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