EMILY – A1085568

EMILY – A1085568

**RETURNED 05/19/2017, SAFER: EXPERIENCED HOME**

SPAYED FEMALE, GRAY, PIT BULL MIX, 10 yrs
OWNER SUR – AVAILABLE, HOLD RELEASED Reason LLORDPRIVA
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 05/19/2017, From NY 10306, DueOut Date 05/19/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary  Estimated age: 10 years Microchip noted on Intake? scan positive. Owner surrender,  muzzled, tense but tolerated exam E BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, AS-clean, AD- thickened, erythema, large amount of brown debris; no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled, limited oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Tense, no masses palpated U/G: FS MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, approx 1 cm pink cutaneous mass cranial to left ear, approx 1 cm cutaneous mass at right ventral abdomen CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment otitis externa cutaneous masses- R/O benign vs malignant Plan cleaned ear and applied osnuria AD, repeat in 1 weekrecommend FNA and cytology of masses Prognosis: fair
Weight 63.6

A volunteer writes:  Emily is a shy dog, she tries to hide and make herself as small as possible in the kennel, but with a little coaxing she comes out, we head to the play yard where she allows me to stuff her full of treats 😉 eventually she comes close to me and rests nearby..  After a short while she attempts to give kisses.  Emily is so pretty she has an amazing soft grey coat and brownish eyes.  Emily will need someone who will give her time to open up and trust them.  If you are interested in adopting Emily please come to the Care Center and meet her.

PROFILE:

Basic Information:

Emily is an 11 year old spayed female Pitbull mix that has no past or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner s had Emily for 11 years but had to surrender due to landlord issues.

Socialization:

According to the owner, around strangers Emily is usually shy for a few minutes and will bark at first or keep to herself. Owner stated he was walking Emily a few months ago and a stranger got too close to him and Emily ended up air snapping at the person but never bit him. She has not been around small children but has been around teenagers and was relaxed and tolerant of the children. Emily has never been around other animal so behavior is unknown.  She does not have a bite history.

Behavior:

Emily is not bothered by having her food, treats or toys taken away, being pushed off furniture, being held/restrained, being given a bath, having her paws touched or having her coat brushed. When unfamiliar people would approach the home, Emily would bark.

For a New Family to Know:

Emily is described as friendly, affectionate, mellow, and independent. She has a low activity level and likes to play with balls, rope toys and bones. In the home, Emily loved to follow the owner around from room to room.  Emily was kept mostly indoors and is house trained. She was fed both wet and dry food brands Eukanuba and Purina Pro Sensitive skin. Owner stated that Emily tends to get constipated when on dry food. When left alone in the home, Emily was always well behaved. She has been crate trained and used to spend several hours a day in a crate. Emily knows the cues sit, come and stay. For exercise, Emily was taken on slow walks on the leash. When on the leash, she would not pull. Owner has taken her on walks off leash before and stated she would wander but come back when name was called.

Behavior during intake: Emily had a tense body, was panting and yawning during intake. Counselor was able to scan for a mc but unable to collar due to animal being stressed.

SAFER:

KNOWN HISTORY:

5/19/2017, second stay in the care center

Spayed female, owner surrender (lived in previous home for 11 years)

Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few minutes, may bark. Recently on a walk, stranger got too close and Emily air snapped.

Behavior toward children: Has not been around small children, has been around teenagers, relaxed and tolerant

Behavior toward dogs: Unknown

Behavior toward cats: Unknown

Resource guarding: None reported

Bite history: None reported

Housetrained: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:  Friendly, affectionate, mellow, and independent with a low activity level.

Other notes:  Emily is crate trained, walks well on leash.

8/16/2016, first stay in the care center

Spayed female, owner surrender

Previously lived with: Two other dogs

Behavior toward strangers: Cautious, does not allow petting

Behavior toward children: Respectful and tolerant, but is not playful

Behavior toward dogs: Emily will bark, growl, and lunge when meeting other dogs that bark and lunge at her first

Behavior toward cats: Unknown

Resource guarding: None reported

Bite history: None reported

Housetrained: Yes

Energy level/descriptors: Affectionate, anxious, and playful with a medium activity level.

Other notes:  Emily may chase squirrels while out on walks. She is very fearful of thunder.

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

5/23/2017

Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her ears are back, her tail is down, and she has a relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.

Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are soft, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture, mouth closed.

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body neutral.

Squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw.

Toy 1. Dog playfully engages, will relinquish toy to you.

Summary: Emily allowed all handling though appeared neutral/aloof throughout assessment.

PLAYGROUP:

Emily continues to be playful and often attempting to mount. She responds when corrected by dogs and human handlers but does often become quite persistent.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:

5/19/2017

During her initial medical exam, Emily was tense but tolerated handling.

ENERGY LEVEL:

Her owner describes Emily as having a low to medium activity level which matches what we have seen in the care center. Emily’s owner reports she enjoys balls and rope toys, and would benefit from regularly playing with these items to keep her engaged and exercised.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially in the behavior outlined below)

_X_No young children (under 5)

Potential challenges:

_X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Owner reports Emily has recently snapped at a stranger while on awalk when the person came too close. She reportedly tolerates children but is not playful. Emily appears to give clear warnings when she is uncomfortable, choosing to avoid or retreat when given the opportunity, but if prevented from moving away there is a potential to escalate to higher-level warning behaviors and possible fear-based aggression. It is important to move slowly with Emily, to build positive associations through treats/toys/praise, and to allow Emily to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to submit to handling or petting, and should be spoken to in a soft, calm voice during introductions.

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RTO – 09/16/2016

**SAFER: EXPERIENCED HOME**

FEMALE, GRAY, PIT BULL MIX, 10 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason MOVE2PRIVA
Intake condition GERIATRIC Intake Date 08/16/2016, From NY 10306, DueOut Date 08/16/2016,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary Scan negative BARh AMBx4 Very nervous,but allowed handling Female~10yrs slight dermaitits around eyes, abdomen Mild gingivitis/tartar EEN:WNL No fleas seen Nosf
Weight 56.2

PROFILE:  08/17/16 15:31

Basic Information:

Emily is a 10 yr old female Pit Bull Terrier Mix that has food allergies & has a tendency to like her feet profusely.  Owner found Emily as a stray but she is being surrendered to shelter because owner needs to move but is unable to find housing due to owning Emily.

Socialization:

According to the owner, around strangers, Emily is cautious & does not allow petting. Around children, Emily is respectful & tolerant but she is not interested in interacting and/or playing w/the children. Emily prefers the attention & interaction of adults. Emily plays w/adults in a gentle manner. Emily was raised with 2 other dogs but upon first meeting other dogs Emily will bark, growl, lunge, & attempt to attack especially if the other dog barks or lunges at her first. Previous owner recommended using a mussel when doing introductions or going to the vet. Emily has never been exposed to cats so behavior around them is unknown.  Emily has a tendency of chasing after squirrels so it is best to avoid them & sternly tell Emily NO. She has never bitten a person or another animal.

Behavior:

Previous owners stated that Emily doesn’t have any behavioral issues. Emily isn’t bothered when being given a bath but it is unknown how she will react to other grooming agents such as brushing or having her nails trimmed due to previous owner not providing that information.  When an unfamiliar person approaches the home, owner, or a family member, Emily is cautious and may bark or lunge due to being protective not from being aggressive. Emily is terrified of thunder.

For a New Family to Know:

Emily is described as affectionate, anxious, & playful with a medium activity level. When in the home, Emily is the type to be in the same room as the owner because she wants to be wherever her owner is. Emily likes Kong toys or sticks and she likes to play fetch. One of Emily’s favorite activities is to play with water coming from a hose.  Emily was kept mostly indoors & was fed dry dog food. Emily requires food for sensitive skin due to having allergic reaction to most food. According to owner, Emily is very house-trained and doesn’t have any accidents in the home. Emily knows commands sit, lie down, down/off, come, heel, & stay. She prefers to sleep on the floor on the rug & her favorite treats are apples.  For exercise, she enjoyed brisk walks with the owner. Emily was never let off the leash due to behavior issues with other people & animals.

SAFER

Emily came into our center as an owner surrender citing moving issues. According to the owner, around strangers, Emily is cautious & does not allow petting. Around children, Emily is respectful & tolerant but she is not interested in interacting and/or playing w/the children, prefers the attention & interaction of adults. Owner states Emily lived with 2 other dogs. Behavior around cats is unknown, however owner reports Emily will chase squirrels. Owner states Emily requires food for sensitive skin (also her favorite treats are apples) due to having allergic reaction to most food which may cause her to lick her feet. Emily is reportedly very house-trained and doesn’t have any accidents in the home. Emily knows the cues sit, lie down, down/off, come, heel, & stay. She is described as affectionate, anxious, & playful with a medium activity level. Emily was uncomfortable with upclose tactile handling during SAFER assessment, but allowed it. She was a bit tense during Look item, eyes averted. Emily stood still during Sensitivity item, a bit tense, mouth closed. She was distracted and unresponsive to touch during Tag game. Emily gently pulled her paw back on both Squeeze attempts. She had no interest in Toy, focused on other stimuli, though this may be due to environment as owner reports Emily likes Kong toys or sticks and she likes to play fetch. One of Emily’s favorite activities is to play with water coming from a hose.  When off leash with other dogs, Emily is polite and wiggly when greeting a social male. The Behavior Team feels Emily would do best with an Experienced adopter. She will benefit from a slow approach/slow introduction, as well as initially going home to a calm, quiet, structured environment so she can relax and know what to expect, warming up at her own pace.

Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body a bit tense; her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.

Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is between her legs, body a bit tense, mouth closed

Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor

Squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw.

Toy 1. No interest, focused on other stimuli.

Dog-dog: When off leash with other dogs, Emily is polite and wiggly when greeting a social male.

9/8/16 – Group Behavior

When off leash with other dogs, Emily is polite and wiggly when greeting a social male. Emily engaged in brief play and takes well to corrections for mounting.

8/25 update:  Emily continues to be playful and often attempting to mount. She responds when corrected by dogs and human handlers but does often become quite persistent.

8/29, 9/1 update:  Emily continues to display these behaviors when off leash with male dogs.

9/6 update:  Emily continues to be tolerant but can become fixated on mounting. She is slow to respond when corrected and becomes quite persistent.

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