JAZZIE – A1096514

Manhattan Center

My name is JAZZIE. My Animal ID # is A1096514.
I am a female br brindle and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 11/11/2016 from NY 10031, owner surrender reason stated was COST. I came in with Group/Litter #K16-081103.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/11/2016 Exam Type INITIAL – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 47.0 LBS.

Scanned negative QARH Mild dental tartar Tense and nervous Female Activyl applied for fleas prevention Nosf

11/11/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/11/16 16:12 Basic information: Jazzie is a 1 year old female American Pit Bull Terrier. Her previous owner bought her from a breeder when she was 3 weeks old. She was surrendered because of personal problems. The last time she went to the vet was 12/7/15 and she has no known injuries or health problems. Socialization: Around strangers Jazzie is friendly and outgoing and exuberant and somewhat rough when she plays with adults. She lived with her 1 year old bother, an american Pit bull terrier and with him she was relaxed and playful and exuberant and gentle at play. Behavior: Jazzie has never attempted to bite a person or animal. She isnt bothered by storms or fireworks. If her food bowl was taken away from her he would either continue to eat or back away. She became playful if a treat was taken from him. She isnt bothered if he is held or restrained, or disturbed while sleeping. She enjoys baths.She is friendly when brushed and isnt bothered if her paws are touched. She was friendly if an unfamiliar person approached her previous home or owner. For a New Family to Know: Jazzie is described as friendly, afectionate, playful, confident, and excitable with a very high activity level. Her previous owner liked that she is calm. When her previous owner was home she would tend to follow her around. She had no toys. She was kept indoors and at night she slept in the hallway. She ate dry Purina. She is house trained but had accidents 2 to 3 times a week when not taken on walks. When left alone she would tend to eat paper, chew on furniuted and scratch the walls Behavior during intake: Jazzie allowed me to pet her, collar her and take her pictures. She had a wagging tail and relaxed body.

11/15/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Young Jazzie came to us with brother Patch as their owner could not care for her pets anymore. Both dogs are the poster children for the perfectly cared for pooch. Outstandingly groomed (their coat feels like silk), healthy, well nourished and sweet, Jazzie is affected by her relinquishment, but is coming slowly around. Being in playgroups with other dogs awakes her appetite for life, and she playbows and offers paw slaps to her peers. She is cautious with people, walks with a low and slow profile, although as we distance ourself from the care center, she straightens up her body and walks more valiantly. She notices other dogs on the way and wags feebly her tail. Jazzy feels safer in her kennel. I sit at the edge of her den and place tasty treats next to her. She did not want any while she was free in a pen but starts to eat slowly, one by one, the turkey jerkies. She even takes some from my hand and accepts my caresses. Paris (or Rome ) was not made in a day, and look what beautiful cities they are. Same for Jazzy, who comes with excellent recommendations from her former owner. Jazzy needs a new home, and mostly a new owner, to perfectly bloom. A gorgeous flower she will be again…in your hands. She will brighten your days in the winter. Come and meet Jazzie at the Manhattan Care Center. She is dreaming to belong and be yours.

11/13/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Previously lived with: Adults/dog Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed, playful, exuberant. Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes though will have accidents when not walked regularly. Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, affectionate, playful, confident, and excitable with a very high activity level. Other notes: Upon intake Jazzie allowed handling. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/13/16 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body posture is stiff and fearful; her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is between her legs, body low and tense, mouth closed, trembling. Tag: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Dog is crouching. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Jazzie appeared fearful throughout her assessment but all allowed handling. PLAYGROUP: Jazzie is most comfortable when given time to warm up in the presence of unfamiliar dogs. Once warmed up, Jazzie is interested in engaging in play. The behavior department feels that Jazzie would benefit from slow introductions to resident dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/11/16 During her initial medical exam Jazzie appeared tense and nervous. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience _X_No young children (under 5) Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Jazzie has been observed to display fearful behavior during her stay at our care centers; at times will avoid interaction and shy away from direct-touch. Jazzie easily startles and is made uncomfortable by loud noises and sudden movement. We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed as a result of this environment. A period of decompression is advised before introduction or exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training is advised.)

11/11/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Jazzie is most comfortable when given time to warm up in the presence of unfamiliar dogs. Once warmed up, Jazzie is interested in engaging in play. The behavior department feels that Jazzie would benefit from slow introductions to resident dogs. 11/11: When off leash with a male dog Jazzie is a bit tense at first greeting but begins to warm up. She then starts to solicit and offer play bows to the helper dog. 11/12: Jazzie engages in short bursts of play with male and female dogs. She will bow and offer paw slaps but only play for a minute before stopping and continuing to explore the yard.

11/11/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
Scanned negative QARH Mild dental tartar Tense and nervous Female Activyl applied for fleas prevention Nosf

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