GIANNI – A1093988

Manhattan Center

My name is GIANNI. My Animal ID # is A1093988.
I am a male black and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 10/19/2016 from NY 10456, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY. I came in with Group/Litter #K16-078526.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
10/19/2016 Exam Type OBSERVATION – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 57.6 LBS.

As of now no signs of CIRDC As of now no V/S/C/D

10/19/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
10/19/16 12:39 BASIC INFO Juicy A1093987 and Gianni A1093988 are APBT. They are being surrendered to the shelter because they were found as strays in finders building. Finder is the superintendent of the building and he cannot keep the dogs. Finder brought the dogs to ACCNYC. BEHAVIOR DURING INTAKE Both dogs allowed handling, collaring and photos.

WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes:  Gorgeous and loved once upon a time, Gianni is completely overwhelmed in his new environment.  He hugs the back of his kennel, but gradually comes forward for some treats.  His tail gives a little wag as he takes his treat, but it’s still clear this is just not his cup of tea.  Once leashed and coaxed outside he goes potty immediately, allows petting but isn’t really enjoying it.   His favorite staff person tells me that off leash in a quiet room, Gianni relaxes, enjoys petting and actually nudges her to keep petting him.  Never once, in all my times with him, as uncomfortable as he is, has he growled, curled his lip, or been anything but a perfect gentleman.   This is a dog who knew love, who loved in return, was well taken care of and just can’t figure all of this out.   He’s so good on leash, his coat shines, he knows how to sit……and he’s so confused.  He needs a person who will give him the time to come out of his shell on his own timetable…..  He’s been coming out of his shell, allowing us to see the inner him one inch at a time.  If this can happen in a chaotic ne environment, I know he’ll thrive in a quiet home with people who care.  He needs a hero…..will it be you?

10/23/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: N/A Unaltered, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 10/23/16 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. His body posture is stiff and fearful; his tail is low and not moving. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, his tail is between his legs, body stiff, mouth closed. Tag: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Gianni was very fearful/shutdown during his assessment, trembling throughout. Tolerated all handling without issue. PLAYGROUP: 10/20: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Gianni is nervous, however does quietly approach and sniff. 10/21: Gianni is introduced to a neutered male today. He is slightly more engaging and stood up to explore the pen a couple times and offers brief wags at the handler. He otherwise lies down in one spot. 10/22: Gianni is more comfortable and interactive with another male dog today. He freely explores the pen, greets other dogs and approaches handlers. He has a relaxed body and will follow the other dog around sniffing. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 10/19/16 During his initial medical exam Gianni was very scared and nervous but allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience Potential challenges: _X_Fearful (During his stay at our care centers, Gianni has been shut down and is often avoidant of human interaction though appears to tolerate any forms of touch/handling without issue. We cannot be certain if any behavior is suppressed a result of the shelter environment. Gianni has displayed no concerning behavior and may do best with an experienced adopter who will allow a period of decompression for Gianni to acclimate/interact at his own pace. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing/exposing Gianni to new and unfamiliar situations.)

10/20/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
10/20: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Gianni is nervous, however does quietly approach and sniff. 10/21: Gianni is introduced to a neutered male today. He is slightly more engaging and stood up to explore the pen a couple times and offers brief wags at the handler. He otherwise lies down in one spot. 10/22: Gianni is more comfortable and interactive with another male dog today. He freely explores the pen, greets other dogs and approaches handlers. He has a relaxed body and will follow the other dog around sniffing. 10/23: Gianni is nervous and avoidant, cowers in corner, does not approach dogs or handlers.

10/19/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating was NONE
Intact male Scan negative for a microchip About 2 years old OU=clear Nose= No discharge AU=waxy Teeth are white Good appetite Coat is clean Fleas seen during the initial Poss. alopecia due to fleas on the back of both hind legs, bilaterial posteior illiac crest, and by the eyes Dewormed with Pyrantel Flea Treatment= Activyl Very scared and nervous during the initial but allowed handling Liked when handler went slow.

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

Generated on Oct 24 2016 6:00PM

 

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