DUKE – 10318
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10-26-2017 Manhattan
Rescue: Amsterdog Animal Rescue
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SAFE 10/26/17
Duke
Hello, my name is Duke. My animal id is #10318. I am a male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 20-Oct-2017.
Duke 10318 is at risk for his medical condition, including glaucoma and luxating patellas. Please see the veterinary notes for further details and clarification. Behaviorally, Duke has been timid with his caretakers but tolerant of handling with a slow approach, though when highly stressed he will escalate to a warning (snapping). Due to his fear and timidity we recommend an adult-only home for Duke and adopters who will allow him to warm up to his new home and new family at his own pace.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 9.6 lbs
Microchip:negative- placed chip Sex: male intact Age 8 years Eyes: enlarged red left eye Ears:wnl Nose:no nasal discharge Teeth:moderate dental tartar If abnormal BCS: normal 5/9 Hair Coat:flea comb negative- treated with paradefense Any injuries: reported not puting pressure on his right back leg Behavior:tense, nervous during exam Medication:n/a
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4-6yrs Microchip noted on Intake? N History : stray Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior – nervous but compliant for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – N Evidence of Trauma seen – N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4.5/9 EENT: OD clear- positive menace/PLR/palpebral; OS visibly buphthalmic w/ hyphema present, no menace/PLR OS- palpebral intact, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: dental 1-2/4 tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male- both testes symmetrical in scrotum MSI: Ambulatory x 4- grade 3/4 MPLs bilat (R>L), skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: DNP Assessment: buphthalmos OS w/ hyphema, neg menace, avisual OS; Grade 3/4 MPLs bilat Prognosis: fair Plan: Tonometry OS tomorrow- rec possible enucleation vs. topical ophth therapy based on findings SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to ocular disease.
SURGERY IS TEMPORARILY WAIVED FROM ACC DUE TO GLUCOMA
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake, Duke had his tail between his legs. He had whale eyes and had lunged and snapped at counselor when trying to collar. Duke allowed counselor to take picture.
Date of Intake: 10/20/2017
Basic Information:: Duke is a 8 year old, male, small breed dog that was found as a stray roaming in the street.
Date of intake:: 10/20/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 10/22/2017
Look:: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, tail is between legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick.
Tag:: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Dog is likely crouching, may have a long lip or lip lick.
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:: Duke did not approached the assessor in the assessment room. He stood still, trembling, and allowed the assessor to approach him. He had a tense, trembling body throughout and did not move from where he was standing. He allowed all handling.
Summary (1):: 10/21: When introduced off leash to dogs, Duke allows greeting, otherwise keeps to himself.
Summary (2):: 10/22-24: Duke keeps mostly to himself. 10/25: Duke approaches to greet other calm dogs.
Summary:: Duke had his tail between his legs. He lunged and snapped at the counselor.
Date of initial:: 10/20/2017
Summary:: Duke was tense.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Duke so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium-low level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to how uncomfortable Duke is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Duke is fearful at the care center and has snapped. It is important to always go slow and give Duke the option to walk away from any social interaction. Duke should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Duke’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Duke would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings.
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