GUCCI – 11718
Gone - 11-10-2017 Brooklyn
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GONE 11/10/17
Gucci
Hello, my name is Gucci. My animal id is #11718. I am a male brown brindle dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 12 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 04-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person health – debilitating injuries.
Gucci is at risk for behavior concerns (New Hope Only behavior determination). He has been fearful with her human caretakers, the stress of being in the shelter has made him difficult to handle.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 65 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 12 years Microchip noted on Intake? no History : surrender Subjective: BAR, hydrated Observed Behavior – very frightened,lunging, growling, will not allow exam/treatment without muzzle and very firm restraint Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective P =120 R =wnl BCS: 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: not performed due to behaviour/muzzle PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: In apparent good health, but physical exam very limited due to attitude/behaviour Prognosis: good Plan: continue to monitor at ACC SURGERY: permanent surgical waiver due to age
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
Hypersalivation noted on rounds Intake 11/5-limited exam due to behavior S/O: No c/s/v/d. BAR. Hypersalivating EENT: No nasal or ocular d/c L: No c/s A: Geriatric Hypersalivation P: Monitor for CIRDC tomorrow Good prognosis
Monitor CIRDC Intake 11/5-limited exam due to behavior S/O: No c/s/v/d. BAR. No signs of CIRDC. EENT: No nasal or ocular d/c L: No c/s A: Geriatric P: CTM while at BACC Good prognosis
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Basic Information:: Gucci is a twelve year old male brown brindle large mixed breed dog. He was surrendered by his owner due to owners health and not being able to care for a dog. Gucci was given to owner by a neighbor when he was a puppy.
Previously lived with:: three adults and children ages 4-6
How is this dog around strangers?: Gucci is described as shy around strangers, owner stated he takes some time to warm up to new people. Gucci sniffs new visitors in the home and after time will engage in gentle play.
How is this dog around children?: Gucci has been around children ages four and six. Owner stated he is great with the kids and will engage in gentle play and is tolerant towards the kids.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Owner stated Gucci will bark and lunge will on walks. He has not had interactions as owner was afraid of his potential behavior towards the dog.
How is this dog around cats?: Gucci has never been around cats.
Resource guarding:: n/a
Bite history:: none reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: low to medium
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Gucci has a low activity level and likes to lay on the couch. Gucci does not like to play with toys. Gucci eats Beneful dry food and is free fed. Gucci is described as independent and mellow dog.
Date of intake:: 11/4/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender(since puppy-hood)
Previously lived with:: 3 adults and children
Behavior toward strangers:: Shy, after some time he will warm up to people and display gentle play.
Behavior toward children:: Gentle play and tolerant
Behavior toward dogs:: Bark and lunge when on walks
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Gucci displays a low to medium activity level in the household.
Date of assessment:: 11/7/2017
Summary:: Gucci appears to be uncomfortable or afraid of the slip lead. He has also allowed minimal handling from his caretakers. Out of concern for his stress levels and his response to restraint, we feel Gucci is not a great candidate for a handling assessment at this time. Please see his owner surrender profile for a full summary of his behavior in his previous home.
Summary (1):: Gucci previous guardian reported that he will bark and lunge at other dogs while on a walk. 11/05: When off leash at the Care Center, Gucci approaches the novel female dog with a nervous and tense posture– head lowered and hackles raised. He gives the other dog a low growl warning when she becomes too pushy with her face greeting. 11/06: Gucci briefly greets another male dog with a slightly tense posture then wanders the yard.
Date of intake:: 11/4/2017
Date of initial:: 11/5/2017
Summary:: Very frighten, lunging, growling.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Gucci has displayed fearful behavior in shelter, he displays very little social behavior towards handlers and attempts to increase distance and avoid contact. Because he is so uncomfortable, Gucci has not tolerated any form of human-touch and has head-whipped upon contact.
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 Gucci is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. New hope partner: Gucci 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: : Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Though observed to be human-social, Gucci may need time to warm up to the handler as he initially presents as a fearful dog, avoiding contact, shying away from direct touch. We recommend allowing Gucci to interact at his own pace, force-free, rewarding based training is advised when introducing him to new/unfamiliar situations.
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