GIZMO – 18664
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1-25-2018 Manhattan
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Gizmo
Hello, my name is Gizmo. My animal id is #18664. I am a desexed male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 19-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as other.
Gizmo is at risk for behavior reasons. Gizmo is very nervous in the shelter, and with people and dogs he does not know. Gizmo readily displays distance increasing signals, but with a very slow approach and coaxing, Gizmo has warmed up to select handlers. Medically, we have no concerns for Gizmo, who presents as a healthy dog.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 7.5 lbs
20/01/2018
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020021080492 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allows minimal handling through towel, shaking and fearful in towel but will snap when placed on ground and flees Sex: neutered male Estimated Age: reported 5y Subjective: seemingly healthy animal Eyes: WNL Ears: WNL Oral Exam: mild staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy animal Plan: DVM intake
20/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5 Microchip noted on Intake? placed in intake Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : OS Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior – Scared, allowed for full PE Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = – P = 96 R = WNL BCS = 7/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate calculus and peridontitis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment: Healthy Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Rabies, NM SURGERY:
20/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5 Microchip noted on Intake? Placed on intake Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : OS Subjective: BAR, hydration normal, BCS: 7/10 Observed Behavior – timid, scared on PE but allowed for full exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = NP P = 84 R = WNL BCS = 7/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate calculus – recommend cleaning PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: NP Assessment: Healthy NM Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Rabies SURGERY:
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake, Gizmo would growl when I approached. Gizmo continued to growl until I moved away. Gizmo growled when I went to collar him and so his previous owner collared him, placed a leash on him and carried him into his kennel. Once inside, Gizmo would growl if I approached his kennel.
Date of Intake: 1/19/2018
Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered
Basic Information:: Gizmo is a 5 year old male tan small mixed breed dog. Gizmo lived with previous owner for 5 years and was given to the owner by a neighbor. Gizmo was surrendered because his previous owner could no longer take care of him and her granddaughter is asthmatic. Gizmo has no injuries or health issues and was last taken to the vet 1 year ago for his vaccinations.
Previously lived with:: Gizmo previously lived with two adults and one dog.
How is this dog around strangers?: Gizmo is aloof and aggressive around strangers. Gizmo will growl when approached. Previous owner noted that Gizmo would ignore strangers who came to the house. Gizmo would acknowledge strangers after about 30 minutes and will approach if he feels comfortable.
How is this dog around children?: Gizmo previously interacted with a 3 year old child. Gizmo will allow the child to pet him but he will growl as a warning when he does not want to be bothered.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Gizmo previously lived with a 7 year old female large mixed breed dog named Storm. Gizmo is described as being friendly, affectionate, and playful with Storm. Gizmo likes to be by Storm’s side the majority of the day and likes to sleep in her bed. Gizmo’s previous owner noted that he is not as friendly with other dogs. Gizmo will bark at other dogs during his walks and has never interacted with another dog besides Storm.
How is this dog around cats?: Gizmo has never interacted with cats.
Resource guarding:: Gizmo is not bothered when his food or bowl is touched while he is eating. Gizmo is also not bothered when a toy, treat or object is taken away from him.
Bite history:: Gizmo has never bitten another animal or human.
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: Gizmo has a low energy level.
Other Notes:: During storms, fireworks or loud noises Gizmo is not bothered. Gizmo is also not bothered when being held or restrained, when his paws are touched, and enjoys having his coat brushed. Gizmo will growl when being put into the bathtub but will allow to be bathed. Gizmo is not bothered when being disturbed as he sleeps.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Gizmo has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know: Gizmo is an affectionate, shy, confident, pushy, mellow and independent dog. When at home, Gizmo will follow you around and be in the same room as you. Gizmo was kept as an indoors only dog and was taken out for slow walks on the leash once in the morning and once at night. Gizmo was fed brown rice and boiled chicken every day. Gizmo is not house-trained and has accidents every day. Gizmo will go potty outside but will urinate inside the house in random places. When left home alone, Gizmo is left in a room with a baby gate in the doorway and is well-behaved.
Date of intake:: 1/19/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 5 years)
Previously lived with:: Adults and a dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Will growl when they approach him. Ignores them if they do not approach.
Behavior toward children:: Growls when he does not want to be bothered
Behavior toward dogs:: Friendly with the dog in the home but will bark at other dogs
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: Gizmo is described as affectionate, shy, confident, pushy, mellow, and independent with a low level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 1/21/2018
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Gizmo growled at the assessor when the assessor to touch him so the handling portion of the assessment was not conducted.
Summary (1):: 1/20: When introduced off leash to other dogs, Gizmo keeps only to himself and will bare teeth and growl for approach.
Summary (2):: 1/21-24: Gizmo keeps to himself and only stays by the handler.
Date of intake:: 1/19/2018
Summary:: Gizmo growled when approached.
Date of initial:: 1/20/2018
Summary:: Gizmo was tense, trembling, and allowed minimal handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Gizmo’s previous owner described him as having a low level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: While Gizmo displays appropriate distance increasing signals, with a very slow approach and coaxing, Gizmo has warmed up to select handlers.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: NEW HOPE ONLY
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to how uncomfortable Gizmo is currently with touch and novel stimuli, as well as his history of growling at new people, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. Place with a New Hope partner: Gizmo has not acclimated well to the kennel environment and has allowed only minimal handling since intake. We recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home.
Potential challenges: : House soiling,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: House soiling: Gizmo is noted to have accidents in the house, and will likely need guidance with house training. We recommend positive reinforcement, reward-based training only. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Gizmo’s previous owner reported that he growls at people who approach him. At the care center, he has demonstrated this behavior and allowed minimal handling. It is important to always go slow and give Gizmo the option to walk away from any social interaction. Gizmo should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Gizmo’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Gizmo would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings.
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