HUTCH – 14822
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SAFE 12/28/17
Hutch
Hello, my name is Hutch. My animal id is #14822. I am a desexed male gray dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 4 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 28-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- landlord won’t allow.
Hutch was placed at risk due to behavior concerns; he was release for placement with a rescue group. he scored a Average on his safer but due to incident that occurred while in adoptions we recommend placement with a rescue group.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Hutch is a charmer! Not only does he have a gorgeous smile and swoon worthy looks, he’s a friendly guy who seems to love people! Hutch knows command such as “sit,” “down,” and “give paw” and is very housetrained. His former owner reports that he’s a high energy dog that is respectful of older children. Hutch is looking for a home to spend the New Year and beyond with. Ask to meet him today!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 66 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~3yrs Microchip noted on Intake? yes 911002001295565 History : owner surrender, veterinary records from this month, reportedly has mild chicken allergy Subjective: Observed Behavior – BARH. Active, attention seeking, allows all handling, rolls over on back during exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, mild conjunctivitis (allergies vs stress, not contagious), ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: pink mm, minimal dental tartar/wear PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dry coat, dermatitis at ventral chest CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Mild dermatitis, superficial wound/irritation at chest Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Good, but likely to require intermittent treatment for allergy flair ups (bathing, +/- antibiotics, allergy trial) SURGERY: OK for surgery
Pre-surgery exam S/O: BARH. Active, allows all handling ORAL: adult dentition, no oral lesions EENT: Pink mm, eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge, ears wnl HL: NMA, RR, Lungs C&E ABD: SNP, NMP INTEG: GHC with mild diffuse dermatitis, no ectos noted MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: MI, 2 testicles descended NEURO: A&A A: Mild diffuse dermatitis-healing without treatment and not on surgical site P: Continue to monitor while at BACC. OK for surgery tomorrow Excellent prognosis
Monitor for CIRDC S/O: BAR. Very active, attention seeking, excellent appetite EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge HL: Observed one cough, no sneezing A: May be starting to show early signs of CIRDC P: No treatment indicated at this time. Continue to monitor while at BACC. Excellent prognosis
Reported to have bleeding gums – quick assessment as starting to growl – no overt bleeding. No evidence of bleeding/bruising. There is a small cut dorsal right forepaw that may be bleeding a bit but no evidence of oral bleeding. Does have mild to mod tarter staining Mild serous d/c no cough monitor r/o chewing behavior
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
During intake, Hutch had a lot of energy and kept his body loose. He allowed all handling during intake.
Date of Intake: 11/28/2017
Basic Information:: Hutch is a grey 3 year old large mixed breed. His family has had him since he was 3 months old. He is being surrendered due to landlord issues.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 2 children
How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers, Hutch loves to jump up on people and lick them.
How is this dog around children?: Hutch has lived with a 16 year old and an 8 year old and was very friendly and respectful of them.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Hutch has not lived with another dog so his behavior is unknown.
How is this dog around cats?: Hutch has not lived with cats so his behavior is unknown.
Resource guarding:: Owner reports no known resource guarding.
Bite history:: Hutch has not bitten a person or another animal.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: high.
Medical Notes: Owner reports that Hutch may have a chicken allergy.
For a New Family to Know: Hutch, during thunder storms, gets nervous and begins to whine. He is not bothered by baths, brushing, or getting his nails trimmed. He is friendly when strangers approach him. He loves to lounge around , run around, and play with the family. He is crate trained and does well for 8 hours. He loves to go on brisk walks and pulls very hard on leash.
Date of intake:: 11/28/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: (1) Adult (2) Children
Behavior toward strangers:: Hutch is friendly, seeks attention.
Behavior toward children:: Hutch is friendly and respectful.
Behavior toward dogs:: Unknown
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: He is crate trained and does well for up to 8 hours, and pulls very hard on leash. Owner describes Hutch as a friendly dog with a high energy.
Other Notes:: Hutch is anxious and whines during thunderstorms.
Date of assessment:: 12/1/2017
Look:: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds.
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 follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Toy:: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. Dog does not place his/her body between you and the toy.
Summary:: Hutch was friendly during the handling assessment. He was relaxed and social.
Summary (1):: Hutch is sexually motivated- attempting to mount the other dogs. He engages in gentle play- genital licking and mounting between bouts of play. According to Hutch’s previous owner, Hutch did not socialize with other dogs while in his care. The Behavior Department recommends that Hutch be placed in a home with resident dogs that will tolerate his sexually motivated behavior. 11/29: When off leash at the Care Center, Hutch is sexually motivated and attempts to mount the female greeter multiple time, despite being interrupted. 11/30: Hutch engages in cooperative play with a high energy player. He tolerates her paw slaps and body slams.
Date of intake:: 11/28/2017
Summary:: Hutch had a lot of energy and kept his body loose. He allowed all handling during intake.
Date of initial:: 11/28/2017
Summary:: Active, attention seeking, allows all handling, seeks attention.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
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