JASPER – 10904
Gone - 11-1-2017 Manhattan
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GONE 11/01/17
Jasper
Hello, my name is Jasper. My animal id is #10904. I am a desexed male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 6 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 27-Oct-2017.
Jasper is at risk due to behavior concerns in the care center. He continues to pace and chase his tail regularly and is showing behaviors related to being extremely stressed in care center. He has no known health concerns at this time.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: You will notice right away that Jasper does not belong to a kennel, even a very large one. Brush that off your mind and see how this gorgeous dog evolves, leash free in the yard. He is one happy guy who enjoys his time out to the full extent of our session together. He is a good listener, comes when called, sits at once on command, takes treats nicely, hops on the bench upon request and gives me that beautiful smile of his as a thank you. Lots of tail wagging of course and loving caresses and butt scratches. Jasper is such a handsome dog, a shepherd mix, said to be 7 year old and seeming younger. He wears a perfect foxy coat, is healthy looking , owns still clear eyes and really nice teeth. He must have been quite well cared for by his previous owner…Oh, I forgot to mention that Jasper is a good ball player. He does not hoard or destroy or guard the tennis balls. A good walker he is, likely house trained and pulling a little toward other dogs. He has been playful in playgroups with his peers. In a nutshell, Jasper is a really good looking gentleman, sociable, friendly and playful. He will make a great companion and best friend to the new owner or family who will select him as their new pet. Jasper is at the Manhattan Care Center. Another volunteer writes: It’s hard to miss this handsome fellow as he waits his turn for a walk. He’s a gorgeous redhead who could stand to gain a few pounds in my opinion, but even at that, he turned down one of my treats when not to his liking. It’s good to be discerning! Jasper is likely housetrained, has lovely leash manners, and when strong winds nearly blew me over, Jasper maintained his equilibrium, thankfully, and was my anchor. He shows off his perfect sit, takes a treat gently, comes when I call him when he’s off leash, and has a coat you’ll want to run your hands through as it’s lush, clean and soft. He’s such a lovely gent, easy to be with, respectful and sweet, I can’t imagine not wanting to spend all your time with him. Older dogs make the most perfect companions, so be sure to ask for him when you visit.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 48.6 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5 years Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned positive 4A03257DS4 History : Found as stray Subjective: Observed Behavior – BARH, extremely friendly. Jumping to greet everyone Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen -none Objective P = 100 R = pant BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate dental disease noted, worst over caudal molars. No oral lesions, minimal gingivitis. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic. Will cough when pulls excessively on rope lead. When calms, normal breathing with no cough appreciated ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Assessment Mild dental disease Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Okay for adoption/re-unification given positive microchip Already neutered
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake Jasper allowed all handling. He came in with a loose body and wagging tail. He had a healthy appetite for treats and allowed counselor to collar. He greeted counselor loosely and was receptive to head touches.
Date of Intake: 10/27/2017
Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered
Basic Information:: Jasper is a roughly 6 year old large dog whom was brought into the care center as a stray.
Previously lived with:: unknown
How is this dog around strangers?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
How is this dog around children?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
How is this dog around other dogs?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
How is this dog around cats?: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Resource guarding:: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Bite history:: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Housetrained:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: unknown
Other Notes:: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Medical Notes: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
For a New Family to Know: This animal came in as a stray so this information is unknown.
Date of intake:: 10/27/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 10/30/2017
Look:: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, tail is between legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick.
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:: 3. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. Body is stiff.
Summary:: Jasper quickly approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He was social and allowed all handling. When in possession of the toy, he became tense when the hand touched the toy.
Summary (1):: Jasper has displayed brief interest in play with a select female dog, though has been observed to attempt to mount. History is unknown due to arriving as a stray The behavior department recommends allowing Jasper a period of decompression before immediate introduction to other dogs. Future introductions should be conducted at a slow pace to respectful dogs. 10/28: When introduced off leash to a female dog, Jasper engages in some bouncy play. 10/31: Jasper follows the female dog and attempts to persistently mount.
Date of intake:: 10/27/2017
Summary:: Jasper had a loose body and allowed all handling.
Date of initial:: 10/27/2017
Summary:: Jasper was very social, jumping up to greet everyone.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Jasper so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Jasper has displayed highly anxious behavior while in his kennel. He has been observed to chase his tail and self mutilate. While receptive to some enrichment, he will become bored easily and return to his stereotypic behaviors. Jasper has displayed social behavior with handlers outside of his kennel.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Recommendations:: No young children (under 5)
Recommendations comments:: No young children: Due to potential resource guarding observed in the care center, we recommend a home without young children.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding
Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Jasper displayed a potential for resource guarding in the care center, becoming stiff when in possession of a toy. For this reason we advise against ever removing items from Jasper’s possession without safely trading for an item or greater or equal value and we advise leaving him alone when eating. Guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended to aid in safely managing/modifying this behavior if it is problematic in a future home.
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