GRACE – 8416 (ALT ID – A1126013)

My name is GRACE. My Animal ID # is 8416 (ALT ID – A1126013).
I am a spayed female chocolate and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 09/19/2017 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

09/25/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1126013 Grace is At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
09/25/2017 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 50.4 LBS.

Hx: vomited up a small piece of plastic on 9/21, started on cerenia tabs; dx with CIRDC on 9/23 and started doxycyline; had another episode of vomiting on 9/24 so abdominal radiographs were taken-no obvious obstruction but some irregular ingesta noted along descending duodenum and in colon, possible non obstructive foreign body S/O BAR, very energetic and exciteable! allows all handling great appetite, no vomiting overnight; chewed up/destroyed cardboard feeding tray in cage mm pk, moist no nasal discharge or sneezing today; soft cough when pulling too hard on leash eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft abdomen initially, tensed slightly during palpation of mid abdomen but no obvious abnormalities palpable in heat, enlarged vulva with mild bloody discharge staining in kennel A Vomiting-r/o non obstructive FB vs gastroenteritis vs parasitism vs other CIRDC-improving P Continue to monitor appetite, vomiting, fecal production; if any concerns, then recheck radiographs

09/19/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
09/19/17 19:38 During intake: Grace was howling during intake. She had a loose body and waggy tail. She stood in her hind legs to lick the admission counselor. She accepted treats nicely. She went inside the kennel easily.

09/24/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: A winning smile, a wagging tail, a bouncy body….and a happy volunteer in awe playing with a dog retrieving a tennis ball right at her feet. I had to meet Grace while she was in action. I put a scarf around her neck, snapped a few shots and videotaped her while she was playing. What a lovely dog, found right here in our nearby park, so pretty, healthy and well groomed but most of all, so friendly, playful and sociable. Miss Congeniality! When I reached home, I realized that my video had washed off my phone and I was left only with pictures… I promised myself I would meet Grace again and do right by her. I met her again last night. She had a little cold but she had not lost her “joie de vivre”, her love for a good game and people’s company. She was ready in her kennel, a toy in her mouth and her eyes so bright…I was so glad to see her again and to spend time in the yard with her where Grace showed all the affection she has for us, humans…I sat on a bench, she hopped next to me and proceeded washing dutifully my face and hands… I could not help but hug her tightly and kiss her profusely. Time to play… Cold or no cold, Grace is a player and she ran back and forth with the tennis ball… I had my video this time to show you what a great dog she is , a charming gal who will brighten you life with her presence, her love and her positive take on life regardless of the situation. Yes, she is the “real” medicine , the cure for gloomy days and the guarantee of a sunny and happy existence. Come and meet our Grace at the Manhattan Care Center and make her your forever loyal, fun and loving companion!!!!

09/21/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 9/19/17 Unaltered Female, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 9/21/17 Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Grace jumped up on the assessor during her assessment in a social manner. She allowed all handling and displayed no concerning behavior. PLAYGROUP: 9/20: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Grace rushes into the pen with a tense body, and runs after him while hard barking. History is unknown due to arriving as a stray. Grae’s history around dogs is unknown due to her arrival as a stray. The behavior department recommends continuing follow up Grace’s behavior around other dogs outside of the shelter environment, using force free methods of training. Future introductions should be conducted slowly, at a slow pace to well socialized dogs. INTAKE BEHAVIOR Upon intake, Grace had a loose body and was howling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 9/19/17 During her initial medical exam, Grace allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Grace so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. However, she is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm. RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience) Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control: Grace jumps up a lot on people in a social manner. It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach her to control her impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended.

09/21/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
9/20: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Grace rushes into the pen with a tense body, and runs after him while hard barking. History is unknown due to arriving as a stray. Grae’s history around dogs is unknown due to her arrival as a stray. The behavior department recommends continuing follow up Grace’s behavior around other dogs outside of the shelter environment, using force free methods of training. Future introductions should be conducted slowly, at a slow pace to well socialized dogs.

09/20/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: mature adult, ~ 2 yr Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative on intake History : stray Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – friendly, allowed handling, becomes a little tense Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: nsf PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact, enlarged vulva with bloody discharge 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: apparently healthy, in heat Plan: no treatment at this time Prognosis: good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

09/25/2017 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
Hx: vomited up a small piece of plastic on 9/21, started on cerenia tabs; dx with CIRDC on 9/23 and started doxycyline; had another episode of vomiting on 9/24 so abdominal radiographs were taken-no obvious obstruction but some irregular ingesta noted along descending duodenum and in colon, possible non obstructive foreign body S/O BAR, very energetic and exciteable! allows all handling great appetite, no vomiting overnight; chewed up/destroyed cardboard feeding tray in cage mm pk, moist no nasal discharge or sneezing today; soft cough when pulling too hard on leash eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft abdomen initially, tensed slightly during palpation of mid abdomen but no obvious abnormalities palpable in heat, enlarged vulva with mild bloody discharge staining in kennel A Vomiting-r/o non obstructive FB vs gastroenteritis vs parasitism vs other CIRDC-improving P Continue to monitor appetite, vomiting, fecal production; if any concerns, then recheck radiographs

Generated on Sep 25 2017 6:00PM

 

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