FERIGAMO – A1107003

Brooklyn Center

My name is FERIGAMO. My Animal ID # is A1107003.
I am a neutered male tan and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR 1 MONTH old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 03/25/2017 from NY 11208, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

04/03/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1107003 Ferigamo is At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
04/02/2017 Exam Type BS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 45.0 LBS.

04/02/17 Seems quieter than normal on rounds. S/O: QAR. Resting and did not get up when first approached. mm=pink, moist, CRT<2 s. EENT: Mild mucoid nasal discharge, sneezing. H/L: RR=16. Lungs clear, no dyspnea. Slight dry cough. A: CIRDC. P: Move to iso. Rx Doxycycline 100 mg. 2.5 Po q 24 hours x 14 days. Excellent prognosis.

03/25/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
03/25/17 10:23 Ferigamo was brought in by the police as a stray. During his intake he had a loose body and was jumping on the couselor and licking them. He also allowed the couselor to pet, collar and take his picture with no problems.

04/03/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Ferigamo is a scrawny little guy with a big personality and an even bigger heart! He is ALWAYS wagging his tail and greets everyone that shows him any attention with an unparalleled wiggle, stand up hugs, and a barrage of kisses. His face is full of character (Those markings! Those little teeth!), he settles down to walk nicely on leash, and he seems housebroken. He is a guy that knows what he wants and if there’s toys or treats around he’ll be sure to tell you about them with a big bark. He pulls it off as charming and actually takes treats super gently (he also “sits” like a champ); while he’s gentle with the hands that hold them, once toys are in his possession he’s been known to immediately initiate a stuffing party! He’s very attentive and engaging, makes himself at home in my lap, and it doesn’t take much to send him rolling on his back for belly rubs. His name might look like something you’d find in a bag on Canal Street, but this guy is the real deal!! Come meet him at Brooklyn ACC and make your life exponentially more fun!

03/28/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 03/25/17 Intact male, Stray Other notes: Upon intake, Ferigamo allowed all handling without issue. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 03/28/17 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 assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. 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/rawhide. Summary: Ferigamo was social and playful throughout, he displayed no concerns. PLAYGROUP: When off leash at the Care Center, Ferigamo displays frustration (hard barking and jumping on the pen door) when he greets a novel female. He is muzzle as a precaution, and allowed to interact with the greeter. He is momentarily occupied by the muzzle, and then begins to persistently sniff her genitals. He is tolerant of her playful solicitation, and continues to place his muzzle near her genitals. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 03/25/17 During his initial medical examination, Ferigamo allowed all handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Ferigamo so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he 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: Experience (Suitable for an adopter with a previous amount of dog experience) 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 frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training is recommended. _x_Recommend no dog parks (Due to Ferigamo’s mildly concerning behavior –hard barking and jumping- when greeting a female dog and his unknown behavior when interacting with other male dogs, the Behavior Department recommends that Ferigamo not be taken to dog parks until his behavior towards other dogs can be further addressed in a more controlled setting. Further dog-dog interactions will not be conducted at the Care Center until Ferigamo’s recovery period from neuter surgery is complete.)

03/26/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Ferigamo was surrender as a stray so his past behavior is unknown, 3/26: When off leash at the Care Center, Ferigamo displays frustration (hard barking and jumping on the pen door) when he greets a novel female. He is muzzle as a precaution, and allowed to interact with the greeter. He is momentarily occupied by the muzzle, and then begins to persistently sniff her genitals. He is tolerant of her playful solicitation, and continues to place his muzzle near her genitals.

03/25/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Findings Scan negative Intact male 6 years of age History : Stray dog. N vomiting, diarrhea, coughing or sneezing. Very active anb friendly. Subjective : Intact male, Observed Behavior – BAR, friendly with humans Evidence of Cruelty seen – None Evidence of Trauma seen – None Objective T =Not taken P = 100 bpm R = 32 bpm BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: dental tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Not performed Assessment weight Medical Behavior Status- Green Medical Status- 3nc Asilomar Status- treat rehab Fast Track- no Plan Activyl given Pyrantel given Rabies, bordetella and DAPP vaccines given. Microchipped HW neg

No RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found
– Normal,
No detailed description for a visit type RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found!

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