FARGO – A1118858

Manhattan Center

My name is FARGO. My Animal ID # is A1118858.
I am a neutered male black and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a FOSTER on 08/09/2017 from NY 10466, owner surrender reason stated was FOSTER END.

08/14/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Fargo A1118858 is at-risk with a New Hope Only determination; he has displayed high levels of arousal while on leash with rapid escalation and directing his energy towards his handlers. The severity and intensity seem to be beyond what an average adopter can handle and manage without training and guidance at this time.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/15/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 56.4 LBS.

Hx: Treated for pneumonia at Blue Pearl, returned on 8/10; recheck radiographs taken on 8/11 showed improvement but residual interstitial-alveolar pattern in R lung field and heavy bronchial pattern diffusely Today, pt is barking and energetic in the kennel. No nasal discharge. One possible cough. Extend antibiotics for additional 7 days, then recheck rads. Ideally pt would be kept in isolation until then, though this may not be practical. 1088

07/18/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
07/18/17 10:56 Upon intake, Fargo allowed being collared, leashed, and having his picture taken. Fargo was ready to play and constantly jumping on Counselor’s lap.

07/21/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: A BBB boy…Big, Black and Beautiful…carved from pure alabaster and inlaid with ivory. Fargo made quite a number of admirers yesterday in the yard as a group of corporate visitors came to meet our dogs. He might be strong on the leash, but free in a pen, he moves with poise and grace. He is a true socialite, goes from one person to the other, sits on command, takes very gently treats (he has a soft mouth), wags his tail a lot, tries the kiddie pool: one foot, two feet, and then lays down to cool off. He was quite a sight, all spread out in the water. It must have felt good…smart boy. Fargo seems to like other dogs, even the little ones. In playgroup with his peers, he engages in bouncy play. Fargo is a dark knight and it makes him look older and more serious than he truly is. He is indeed a young man, powerful and gentle, friendly, loving and so lovable who dreams to be your loyal and fun forever companion. Come and meet him soon at the Manhattan Care Center. He is the one you have been looking for…

08/10/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
CANINE BEHAVIOR EVALUATION for FARGO A1118858 KNOWN HISTORY: None 7/18/17 Unaltered male, Stray Foster profile 8/10/17 Neutered male, in two foster homes for a few days each In both homes, Fargo was noted to show calm behavior in the home, but difficulty handling on walks to the level that he needed to be returned to the shelter. Both fosters reported severe and unfocused leash biting with concerns about redirecting. In one home a double-leash method (so one leash could be dropped as soon as Fargo began chewing on it) was successful to manage the leash-biting but Fargo would become overly aroused with no clear trigger or provocation, moving from biting the leash to mouthing and tearing at clothes to mouthing hands. One superficial scratch occurred but when aroused to this level a second person was needed to interrupt the behavior. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 7/19/17 Look: 3. Dog jumps on the Assessor consistently and will not allow Assessor to conduct the assessment. 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. Jumps on assessor. Squeeze 1: 2. Dog gently places his open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure. Squeeze 2: 2. Dog gently places his open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure. Toy: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. He does not place his body between you and the toy. Summary: Fargo was social throughout his assessment and allowed all handling. He jumped up on and became a bit mouthy with the assessor during portions of the assessment. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: Fargo is soft and polite when interacting with dogs in the care center. He has displayed interest in gentle play with female dogs. He has appeared soft and interested in greeting male dogs in passing, but has not yet been introduced to one off leash. Slow introductions are recommended between Fargo and social, respectful dogs. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Upon intake, Fargo was playful and allowed handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 7/18/17 During his initial medical exam, Fargo was active, social, and allowed handling.

ENERGY LEVEL: Fargo is is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm. RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13): Due to the jumpy and mouthy behavior displayed at the care center, and to the over-arousal concerns seen while walking on leash, we recommend a home without children. _X_Place with a New Hope partner: The severity of Fargo’s behavior while outside on walks and his rapid escalation appear to be beyond what an average adopter can manage without additional training and behavior modification guidance. We recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can work with Fargo to modify these behaviors and who can provide Fargo and his new adopter or foster with additional support. Potential challenges: _X_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 him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. _X_Mouthiness/Poor bite inhibition: Fargo has shown some mouthiness in the care center and in foster homes. Little pressure is applied but there is potential for continued escalation and increased force. This is a behavior that should be extinguished through training alternate behaviors and lack of reward (ex. walking away whenever Fargo’s teeth make contact with skin). _X_Social hyper-arousal: Fargo has shown a tendency to escalate when out on walks and to continue escalating and directing that energy and attention toward his handler. The precise stimulation/motivation for this behavior is not currently clear, but Fargo will need guidance to learn how to deescalate more quickly and direct his energy in a more appropriate manner.

07/19/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Fargo is soft and polite when interacting with dogs in the care center. He has displayed interest in gentle play with female dogs. He has appeared soft and interested in greeting male dogs in passing, but has not yet been introduced to one off leash. Slow introductions are recommended between Fargo and social, respectful dogs. 7/19: Fargo displays a soft body and brief wag when greeting the female greeter dog. When introduced off leash, he checks in occasionally by approaching and sniffing, and spends some time exploring his surroundings. 7/20: Fargo begins to engage in bouncy play with another playful dog. 7/21: Fargo engages in bouncy play with female dogs.

07/18/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 years Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : brought in by police as a stray Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – energetic, excited, friendly; resists restraint a little but overall allows handling Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective BCS 4/9 EENT: OU-moderate periocular erythema; no nasal discharge, ears clean Oral Exam: mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; minimal staining/tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted mod papular dermatitis on abdomen; few staph collarettes on ventral chest; multiple small, circular areas of alopecia and mild erythema on lateral aspect of distal R hock CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment Dermatitis-suspect underlying allergies Plan cephalexin 750 mg po BID x 14 days Prognosis: good; suspect underlying allergies which are very common in this breed and may require intermittent symptomatic care; if signs are noted to be frequent or severe, then diet trial +/- hypoallergenic diet may be indicated SURGERY: Okay for surgery

08/15/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
Hx: Treated for pneumonia at Blue Pearl, returned on 8/10; recheck radiographs taken on 8/11 showed improvement but residual interstitial-alveolar pattern in R lung field and heavy bronchial pattern diffusely Today, pt is barking and energetic in the kennel. No nasal discharge. One possible cough. Extend antibiotics for additional 7 days, then recheck rads. Ideally pt would be kept in isolation until then, though this may not be practical. 1088

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