GIGI – A1089167

Manhattan Center

My name is GIGI. My Animal ID # is A1089167.
I am a female white maltese mix. The shelter thinks I am about 14 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 09/09/2016 from NY 10459, owner surrender reason stated was NO TIME.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
09/17/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 14.2 LBS.

9/17/16 S/O-1 week post ab for dermatitis, QAR in cage, eating well EENT-CAU, COU, no nasal d/c MSI-BCS 3/5, amb x 4, dorsal alopecia with dandruff on coat, but skin appears clear P-finish amoxiclav course, recheck for bloodwork results in 3 days 9/10/16 S/O-QAR, pink mm, hydrated EENT-CAU, COU, no nasal d/c PLN-all wnl H/L-no m/a, clear and eup GI-oral mass in rostral maxillary buccal mucosa (0.2 in x 0.2 in) that appears to be healthy tissue, otherwise negative oral, TNP GU-F, no mgts, no vaginal d/c MSI-BCS 3/5, amb x 4, dorsal alopecia with scabs, collarettes Neuro-a and a A-14 yo F Maltese 1. dermatitis 2. oral mass P-Amoxiclav 45.7 mg/ml-1.9 ml PO BID x 10 days benadryl 25 mg-1/2 tab PO BID x 5 days plan for CBC/Chemistry in 4 days vet check in 7 days for skin 9/9/16 Appears to have some type of growth in mouth Geriatric Microchip: bronx scanner is not working — will scan dog upon arrival to macc Sex: female Age 14 years Mentation: QARH Eyes: Cloudy OU Ears: clean Nose: clear Teeth: severe tartar / various incisors missing If abnormal BCS: 3 Skin: Has dandruff / possible rash or skin allergy Hair Coat: dandruff / possible rash or skin allergy Declawed: no Any injuries: physical none —VC to check overall health Behavior: social Medication: VC wll determine NOSF

09/09/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
9/9/16 14:06 Basic information: Gigi a roughly 14 yr. old Maltese mix was brought in as owner surrender. The Owner got her from a family member as a gift; she has owned Gigi for over 6 yrs. The owner surrendered Gigi because the owner no longer has time to care for her. Gigi has no visible health problems and has not been taken to a vet in over 2 years. Socialization: Around strangers Gigi is friendly. She has not lived with children but she is relaxed and playful around children and adults she does not know. Gigi has never been around other dogs or cats so the owner has no idea how she would behave around them. Gigi has never bitten anyone. Behavior: The owner stats that Gigi is not bothered when some moves her food or treats while she is eating, when someone takes her toys away or when someone disturbs her while sleeping. Gigi has not been brushed, given bathes or had her nails trimmed by the owner so she has no idea how Gigi would behave. When an unfamiliar person or animal approaches a family member or her home she hides from them for a bit the interacts with the person. The owner does not know how Nemo is around loud noises such as storms or fireworks. For a new family to know: The owner describes Gigi as friendly and affectionate with a medium activity level. Her favorite activity is to sleep most of the day. In the home Gigi tends to follow the owner around the house and is kept mainly indoors. Gigi sleeps in the floor of the bedroom on a dog bed. Gigi was fed name brand dry and wet dog food two times a day. She is house trained and has never had an accident in the home, when outside she goes to the bathroom on or around trees and grass. For exercise Gigi is used to brisk walks on the leash and twice a day and does not pull on the leash. Behavior during intake: Gigi was relaxed with lose body. Gigi allowed be collaring and placing in a dog kennel.

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09/11/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Gigi came to the care center as an owner surrender on 9/9/2016. Behavior around cats is unknown. Owner reported that Gigi is not bothered if anyone touches her Food, Toys, Treats. Owner states Gigi is housetrained to go outside on or around trees or grass. She is described as friendly and affectionate. During intake, Gigi was relaxed and allowed all handling. She was nervous and tense upon entering SAFER assessment room. Gigi allowed her head to be cupped in assessor’s hands, eyes averted. She accepted the touch during Sensitivity item, ears and tail neutral. Gigi did not follow at the end of the leash for Tag game, fearful at each pass. She did not pull her paw back on both Squeeze attempts, showed no interest in Toy. Gigi did not approach the helper dog. The Behavior Team feels Gigi would do best with an Experienced adopter that does not have young children. Gigi may benefit from a slow approach/slow introduction. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing or exposing Gigi to new and unfamiliar situations. Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, tense Sensitivity: 1. Dog accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Tag: 2. Dog does not follow, fearful at each pass, body low. Squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Her eyes are averted and her ears are relaxed Toy 1. No interest. Dog – dog 2. Dog does not approach the helper dog.

09/16/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs Gigi is tolerant of greeting but spends her time exploring the yard.

09/09/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Appears to have some type of growth in mouth Geriatric Microchip: bronx scanner is not working — will scan dog upon arrival to macc Sex: female Age 14 years Mentation: QARH Eyes: Cloudy OU Ears: clean Nose: clear Teeth: severe tartar / various incisors missing If abnormal BCS: 3 Skin: Has dandruff / possible rash or skin allergy Hair Coat: dandruff / possible rash or skin allergy Declawed: no Any injuries: physical none —VC to check overall health Behavior: social Medication: VC wll determine NOSF

09/17/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
9/17/16 S/O-1 week post ab for dermatitis, QAR in cage, eating well EENT-CAU, COU, no nasal d/c MSI-BCS 3/5, amb x 4, dorsal alopecia with dandruff on coat, but skin appears clear P-finish amoxiclav course, recheck for bloodwork results in 3 days 9/10/16 S/O-QAR, pink mm, hydrated EENT-CAU, COU, no nasal d/c PLN-all wnl H/L-no m/a, clear and eup GI-oral mass in rostral maxillary buccal mucosa (0.2 in x 0.2 in) that appears to be healthy tissue, otherwise negative oral, TNP GU-F, no mgts, no vaginal d/c MSI-BCS 3/5, amb x 4, dorsal alopecia with scabs, collarettes Neuro-a and a A-14 yo F Maltese 1. dermatitis 2. oral mass P-Amoxiclav 45.7 mg/ml-1.9 ml PO BID x 10 days benadryl 25 mg-1/2 tab PO BID x 5 days plan for CBC/Chemistry in 4 days vet check in 7 days for skin 9/9/16 Appears to have some type of growth in mouth Geriatric Microchip: bronx scanner is not working — will scan dog upon arrival to macc Sex: female Age 14 years Mentation: QARH Eyes: Cloudy OU Ears: clean Nose: clear Teeth: severe tartar / various incisors missing If abnormal BCS: 3 Skin: Has dandruff / possible rash or skin allergy Hair Coat: dandruff / possible rash or skin allergy Declawed: no Any injuries: physical none —VC to check overall health Behavior: social Medication: VC wll determine NOSF

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