HERCULES – 11661
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12-3-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 12/03/17
Hercules
Hello, my name is Hercules. My animal id is #11661. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 04-Nov-2017.
Hercules is being placed at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease complex which is contagious to other dogs. He will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. There are no known behavior concerns for him at this time (average determination.)
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: I had just a short interaction with Hercules but what I saw of him pleased me. Each time I pass in front of his kennel, he is quiet and comes with poise to his door. Once out (we stayed in the adoption quarters), he is well mannered, sits by my feet, observing calmly his surroundings and accepting petting. Little dogs trotting in front of him do not faze him. He poses so well for pictures and ends up rolling on his side and back for belly rubs. He is a real mush; a great dog. Another volunteer writes: Our Hercules is just as strong and handsome as his mythical namesake, and he’s ready to take on the world with tail-wagging good humor, friendly manners and a smile as soft as his big heart. He’s not fazed by anything or anyone, and loves making new friends both on leash and off, pulling to greet fellow pups in the street and happily mixing it up with the ladies in playgroup. He walks well in a harness and seems extremely house trained, keeping a clean den and using the facilities quickly once outside. When it comes to treats, Hercules shows off a perfect ‘sit’ while patiently waiting to nibble them from my hand. Once business and treat time is over, he has no interest in playing with the toy I offer, and instead dives nose-first into his favorite hobby of sniffing and tasting everything that crosses his path. From manhole covers to scrap paper to tree trunks, our intrepid adventurer and his super sniffer leave no stone unturned in the quest for new and interesting scents. It seems he could entertain himself for hours by simply strolling along the sidewalk. Hercules aced his behavior assessment with perfect scores across the board, and he’s ready to pledge life, love and loyalty to a new forever family of any size or species. Come meet your hunky hero today! Another volunteer writes: Is there any dog more popular right now than Herc? I think not! He’s the perfect chill-out dog, happy to hang out with staff as they do their work, happy for the attention, quietly accepting all the petting and oohs and ahhs, and then to everyone’s delight, gently sliding down and over for a belly rub! Nothing fazes this guy, not people stepping over him to get to the other side, not a lap too small for him as he’ll make it work, and as far as he’s concerned, the more the merrier! That applies to his canine buddies too, as he’s been a rock star in playgroup with females. (He has not yet been in playgroup with males). Herc is great on leash, great looking and easy peasy. In the yard he dances around the pen, greets a dog on the other side of the fence, and makes the best of the coat I put on him. His amber eyes match his coat, his physique is perfection, and there isn’t anyone who’s met him who doesn’t fall instantly in love. I see Herc as the perfect Netflix partner, the guy who, after an easy walk is content to curl up by your side and say, “whatever you want to do is perfectly OK with me”. So, run don’t walk, to make this rock star yours.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 70 lbs
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, could not place due to energy level Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allows handling, playful but easily spooked, resists certain restraint (bunny kicks) but then lays with handler once released, knows some commands (sit, paw) Sex: intact male Estimated Age: appx 5y+ Subjective: seemingly healthy dog Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: mild staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy dog Plan: DVM intake with MC at Sx
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: approx. 5yo Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : Stray Subjective: Readily came out of cage, wagging tail, friendly. A bit more nervous and cautious once in exam room. Once in exam room p started urinating, hypersalivating, and teeth chattering. Unsure if p was showing pre-ictal signs of seizure vs focal seizure vs nausea vs other. Once that past, p was normal for remainder of exam. Observed Behavior – Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = P = wnl R = eup BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild dental calculus PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male, 2 testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, lichenification at both elbow joints. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally Assessment transient hypersalivation and teeth chattering during PE — r/o seizure vs nausea vs other otherwise apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: plan for neuter CBC/Chem seizure watch for the remainder of today SURGERY: Okay for surgery
S/O -QAR, sweet boy, allows handling -sneezing, serous nasal discharge -mm pk, tacky; CRT <2 sec -eupnic A CIRDC P move to isolation doxycycline 350 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 3 days LRS 500 ml SQ SID x 2 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Date of intake:: 11/3/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/5/2017
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog stands with tail low and wagging, and comes toward the Assessor in a friendly manner when the Assessor ceases moving.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Toy:: 1. No interest.
Summary:: Hercules was social and affectionate throughout the assessment, he displayed no concern.
Summary (1):: Hercules has displayed playful behavior when introduced to female dogs int he care center. He has not yet been introduced to another male dog. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Hercules and other social dogs. 11/4: When introduced off leash to female dogs, Hercules greets politely and may attempt to mount select females.
Summary (2):: 11/5: Hercules engages in bouts of bouncy okay.
Summary (3):: 11/6: Hercules engages in bouts of bouncy play.
Summary (4):: 11/7-11/10: Hercules greets politely and engages in bouncy play with a group of female dogs. He attempts to mount when play slows down. 11/8: Hercules is bouncy and playful with female dogs.
Date of intake:: 11/3/2017
Summary:: Well behaved upon intake
Date of initial:: 11/3/2017
Summary:: Friendly, wagging initially though became cautious as exam progressed
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Hercules so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Hercules consistently displays highly social behavior with his human caretakers. He maintains a loose wiggly body throughout interactions and solicits attention from handlers.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
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