BUSTER aka JACK FROST – A0922376 (ALT ID – A1105539)

Manhattan Center

My name is BUSTER aka JACK FROST

My Animal ID # is A0922376.
I am a male gray pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 8 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 03/07/2017 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

03/23/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Buster A0922376 was placed At Risk for Behavior.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
03/22/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 46.0 LBS.

On schedule for neuter, but on Day 8 of doxy for CIRDC. S/O BARH. No c/s. E/N clr. A) CIRDC appears resolved but still on doxy. P) Reject for neuter -may still be shedding for CIRDC at this stage. Wait until after day 14. Dr. Burnett

03/07/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
03/07/17 08:02 Jack Frost was very jumpy and excitable on intake i was unable to properly scan/collar him due to his excitable behavior Mary c Pannazzo

03/23/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Even at 8 years old, Buster is full of energy and of life, and the enthusiasm for all around him. A sweet, silver muffin in his kennel, I’m immediately taken with Buster’s beautiful coat and adorably batty ears. He’s quickly leashed and off we go for a brisk walk, to stretch our legs, to fill our lungs, and to open our eyes to this epically gorgeous day. Buster pulls a bit on leash, but our boy has places to be, and it turns out, business to attend to. Once he does, we settle ourselves on a bench and I pull from my bag a few savory snacks. Buster is happy to receive them and takes each one eagerly from the palm of my hand. But sit still too long and Buster’s lively heart grows restless, so after one more morsel we’re up and on our way once more. Buster notices another pup inching towards us and “woof, woof, woof!” he announces himself at once. And as he passes us by. Buster settles himself again and throws me one big grin, his pink tongue wagging in equal measure along with his tail. Buster is a sweet, energetic boy who would love nothing more than to run through the park, through your yard, through your heart. He only need be given the chance. So come warm up your home with a certain Buster who’s eager to meet you today. Buster is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan’s ACC.

03/09/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY:None 3/7/17 Unaltered Male, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 3/9/17 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: 3. Dog mounts Assessor’s leg. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. He does not place his body between you and the toy. Summary: Buster continually attempted to mount the assessor’s throughout the assessment. He allowed all handling. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Selective: These dogs can succeed with certain other dogs, but may be more selective or picky. They may dislike certain ‘types’ of dogs or styles of dog play so they may require extra supervision when interacting with other dogs. PLAYGROUP: Buster has not yet displayed complete comfort when interacting with other dogs in the care center (at times appears tense, has lunged when interacting with male dogs). At this time, Buster may succeed best as the only resident dog in a home until follow up can be conducted outside of the care center. Future introductions to respectful dogs should be conducted slowly, and on a one on one basis. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 3/7/17 During his initial medical exam Buster allowed handling ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Buster 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.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No young children (under 5): Due to Buster’s intense mounting behavior, we recommend a home without young children at this time. _X_Single-pet home: Due to Buster’s male-to-male interaction as well as his excessive mounting with female dogs, the behavior department recommends not placing him into a home with other dogs at this time. _X_Recommend no dog parks: Future introductions should be conducted at a one-on-one basis. Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control (It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended.) _X_Social hyper-arousal (Buster was intent on mounting the assessor’s leg throughout his assessment. This mounting behavior has also been noted at other times in the care center. As we have no history on him in a home, we do not know to what extent this mounting behavior will present outside of the care center. Force-free, positive reinforcement training only is recommended to teach Buster alternative behaviors to mounting.) _X_Kennel presence: Buster is anxious in his kennel—continuously barking and jumping—and, despite many forms of enrichment, does not settle. We recommend Buster leave the care center in a timely manner in hopes he does not further rehearse these behaviors.

03/08/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Buster has not yet displayed complete comfort when interacting with other dogs in the care center (at times appears tense, has lunged when interacting with male dogs). At this time, Buster may succeed best as the only resident dog in a home until follow up can be conducted outside of the care center. Future introductions to respectful dogs should be conducted slowly, and on a one on one basis. 3/8: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Buster is a bit tense when greeting the female greeter dogs and displays a high, flagging tail. He follows while continuing to sniff, though does not engage in play. 3/9: Buster is a bit tense when greeting female dogs. He is tolerant of play solicitation from them, though does not reciprocate. Buster tenses further when greeting a male dog. He follows the male dog without provocation while growling. He then lunges toward him. He is able to be interrupted by humand handlers. He makes another attempt to lunge toward the male dog, and is removed from the pen

03/07/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
scan pos 985121009812288DVM Intake Exam Findings Subjective Observed Behavior – very playful Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean teeth 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 plan: neuter

03/22/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 1 – NORMAL ,
On schedule for neuter, but on Day 8 of doxy for CIRDC. S/O BARH. No c/s. E/N clr. A) CIRDC appears resolved but still on doxy. P) Reject for neuter -may still be shedding for CIRDC at this stage. Wait until after day 14. Dr. Burnett

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BUSTER – A0922376

I am an unaltered male, gray Pit Bull Terrier mix.

The shelter staff think I am about 3 years old.

I was found in NY 10467.

I have been at the shelter since Jan 21, 2012

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MARCH 2017

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