EPIPHANY – 29579

EPIPHANY – 29579

Intake Date: 5/29/18  Intake Type: Owner Surrender

Medical Behavior: Green  Sex: SpayedFemale  Age: 11 years

Weight: 64 lbs

DVM Intake Exam : Estimated age: 12  Microchip noted on Intake? n  Microchip Number (If Applicable): n  History: Owner brought patient in to another ACC location requesting medical care for this patient. Apparently after conversation with ACC staff the owner requested for the patient to be euthanised. The pt was then transferred to MACC  According to notes, patient has a history of seizures.  Subjective: BARH  Observed Behavior – gentle  Evidence of Cruelty seen – no  Evidence of Trauma seen -no
Objective : T = –   P =wnl  R =wnl  BCS= 6.5/9  EENT: Eyes – lenticular sclerosis, ears brown greasy debris no nasal or ocular discharge noted  Oral Exam: Calculus on canines and premolars  PLN: Right SM lymph node enlarged (2cm x 2cm)   H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic  ABD: SQ mass on cranial abdomen – suspect lipoma/fat pads R/O MGT, Non painful, no masses palpated  U/G: SPAYED – tatto present  MSI:  Overgrown nails embedded in foot pads – nail beds purulent discharge Paws/Digits/Interdigital space – erythema, dermatitis, inflammation  Ambulatory x 4 but uncomfortable when walkijng, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat  CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities  Rectal: externally normal Assessment : 1) Skin on Paws/Digits/Interdigital space – Marked erythema, dermatitis, inflammation, pyoderma  2) Right SM lymph node enlarged  3) Apparent seizure history according to owners   Prognosis: Good Plan:
+ Rimadyl 2.2 mg/kg SID for 5 days  + Simplicef 4.5 mg/lb SID for 21 days (300mg)  + Soak feet in dilute chlorohexidine solution and dry Q 3 days for 14 days + Clip nails
+ Seizure Watch

A Little Bit About Me…

Details on my behavior are…

Date of assessment: 3-Jun-2018

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 stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.

Tag: 1. Dog stands with tail low and wagging, and comes toward the Assessor in a friendly manner when the Assessor ceases moving.

Paw squeeze 1: Item not conducted

Paw squeeze 2: Item not conducted

Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all.

Flank squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all.

Toy: 1. No interest.

Summary: Epiphany was affectionate towards the assessor, allowing all handling without issue.

PLAY GROUP :

6/3: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Epiphany engages in brief bouts of play. She offers correction when play becomes more exuberant.

Date of intake: 29-May-2018

Date of initial: 30-May-2018

Summary: Gentle, allowed all handling

ENERGY LEVEL: Epiphany displays a low energy level in the care center.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

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