HORATIO – 18524
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Horacio
Hello, my name is Horacio. My animal id is #18524. 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 stray on 17-Jan-2018.
Horacio is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Behaviorally, we suggest that Horacio would be best suited to a dog experienced home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: With chin whiskers like my Aunt Lotte, and a pouty underlip like my Uncle George, I was destined to fall in love with this chunky monkey, and fall in love I did! Pleasantly plump in his well-groomed tan coat, the winter coat I brought outside for him to put on didn’t quite fit around his middle. We had fun trying, and I got a kiss for my efforts! Horacio is likely housetrained, is friendly and easy, and while he could use a bit of improvement in the leash walking department, he may do better in a harness (which I didn’t have). As chunky as he is, Horacio had no problem hopping up on the bench to sit beside me for some petting, tail wagging all the while. He gently took some treats, and then explored the pen. He’s an awesome low rider, blockhead, chunky boy who was clearly well taken care of physically and socially before joining us. Looking to add a hunk to your family? You’ve found him!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 67.125 lbs
18/01/2018
Intact male Scan negative for a microchip Inserted during the initial # 981020021147255 About 5 years old OU=clear Nose= No discharge AU=cropped and waxy Teeth are stained with tarter Coat is clean Small lump felt on the rib. (Right side) Dewormer= Pyrantel Flea Treatment= Para Defense As of now no signs of CIRDC As of now V/S/C/D Allowed handling but was nervous
18/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:3-5y Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History :stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -wags tail–obsessed with cat in the room Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =60 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mod staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment; healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan: neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
22/01/2018
Pre-op exam: S/O) BARH. MM pk. EENT: Eyes clr. NND. Mild- mod tartar. MSI: IGF, Ambx 4, BCS= 5/9. H/L: NSR, NM. Clr and eup. No c/s. UG: 2 scrotal testicles, prescrotal area clr. A) Healthy for surgery. P) Neuter. 0587 [Surgery Template – Dog Neuter] Was this dog a cryptorchid? No Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 0 monocryl Miller knot, then circumferential ligature Sub Q closure: 0 monocryl Skin closure? same Green linear tattoo placed on abdomen. Minimal bleeding noted but ice and compression placed post op.
23/01/2018
S/O: QAR, Coughing A: CIRDC Plan: Move to Iso 1) Doxycycline 10mg/kg = 300mg SID PO for 14 days 2) Cerenia 60mg PO SID for 3 days
22/01/2018
Anesthesia Summary: Canine Neuter Pre Medication: Hydromorphone 2mg/mL injectable, 1.5mL IM, once. Acepromazine 10mg/mL injectable, 0.1mL IM, once. Induction: Telazol 10mg/mL injectable; 0.7mL IV, once. Anesthesia Notes: Size 10fr. ET tube placed, maintained general anesthesia throughout procedure on variable isoflurane and variable O2. Used rebreathing) system with 4L bag. 20g IVC placed in R cephalic vessel. Intraoperative IV LRS at 5-10mL/kg/hr (State IVF rate): 300mL/hr NSAID: Rimadyl 50mg/mL injectable, 1.5mL, SQ, once, post-operatively, for post-operative pain relief. Other: (State all additional medications during the pet’s peri-operative period) Recovery Status (Note “Uneventful” or “Other” and describe): Recovery was uneventful.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Horacio allowed me to approach him in the crate he was brought in. As I opened the door, Horacio stepped out and allowed me to place the leash over his head. Horacio pulled very hard on the leash but allowed me to pull him towards me and walk towards the other direction. Horatio allowed me to collar him and scan for a microchip.
Date of Intake: 1/17/2018
Basic Information:: Horacio is approximately a 3 year old male brown and white large mixed breed dog. Horacio was found a stray by the police roaming around in the hallway of a building. Horacio has no injuries and no apparent health issues.
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this dog around strangers?: Unknown
How is this dog around children?: Unknown
How is this dog around other dogs?: Unknown
How is this dog around cats?: Unknown
Resource guarding:: Unknown
Bite history:: Unknown
Housetrained:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown
Other Notes:: Unknown
Medical Notes: Unknown
For a New Family to Know: Unknown
Date of intake:: 1/17/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 1/18/2018
Look:: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions.
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 assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.
Paw squeeze 1:: 2. Dog quickly pulls back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 2. Dog quickly pull back.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: In the assessment room, Horacio was mostly interested in sniffing around the room. After a few minutes, he approached the assessor with a soft body. He displayed social behavior at times during the assessment, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: The behavior department feels that Horacio may be most compatible with social, gently playful female dogs. He has been observed to engage in soft play with female dogs in the care center. He has not yet been introduced off leash to another male dog. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray.
Summary (1):: 1/18: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Horacio engages in bouts of play with intent to mount. He spends time not engaged to sniff and explore his surroundings.
Summary (2):: 1/20-21: Horacio engages in bouts of play with intent to mount.
Date of intake:: 1/17/2018
Summary:: Horacio allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 1/18/2018
Summary:: Horacio was tense but allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Horacio so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Potential challenges: : Strength/leash pulling
Potential challenges comments:: Strength/leash pulling: Horacio is a very large, strong dog with the capability to pull over an average adopter. His adopter must be prepared and able to handle a dog of this size and strength. It is recommended that he be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which help diminish his strength through leverage, and that he be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash.
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