KISS – 17612
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1-19-2018 Manhattan
Rescue: Amsterdog Animal Rescue
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SAFE 01/19/18
Kiss
**NOT AT SHELTER – TEMPORARILY IN ACC FOSTER** FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: accfosters@nycacc.org
Hello, my name is Kiss. My animal id is #17612. I am a female brown dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 03-Jan-2018.
Kiss is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Behaviorally, due to fear and timidity displayed in the care center, and Kiss obviously being uncomfortable around other dogs, we suggest that Kiss would be best suited to a dog experienced home, ideally in which she was the only dog.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: She was my Hershey Kiss yesterday, one of my favorite dogs to meet although, yes, she was at first timid. Kiss, all dressed up in Belgian chocolate, accepted a scarf and a coat, that I removed inside so as not to hide her beauty. She is such a gentle gal, a good walker, a perfect sitter (treat or no treat) and a great trooper despite the snow melting salt that was stuck between her digits. She accepted without a whisper its removal. She neared other dogs in the street and the hallways without any problem. We played a little inside a warm room, her shyness evaporating to the point that she ended up on my lap for hugs….and kisses. I never miss an opportunity to spend time with Kiss. We have had many walks and ball games in the yard since her arrival. She has bloomed into a lively little gal, hopping on her hinds like a rabbit. She is now a wonderful lap dog and a sweet kisser just like indicated by her name, so well chosen for her. Kiss has been well cared for, she looks healthy and is well dressed. She knows her basic commands and her ways around us, humans. Kiss needs gentle and loving hands and I know she will be a wonderful, kind and loyal forever best friend. Come and meet her soon at the Manhattan Care Center.
Another volunteer writes: Miss Kiss. So sweet and gentle, easy to be with, initially shy for a few minutes, and then loving, bouncy and happy to play with some toys. Low to the ground in her perfect figure, she sits when asked and I’ve never met a dog who takes treats more gently than she. The very, very, very edge of her teeth touch the treat, I don’t feel her one bit on my hand. Fabulous on leash, so easy to be with, some easy chat and a soft voice….Miss Kiss is ready to live up to her name with her new human partner. I loved my time with her and was sad to put her back in her kennel although she hopped right back in knowing that’s what was expected. Don’t miss the chance to meet her and give her time to overcome some shyness. They say the best things in life are worth waiting for, and a kiss from Kiss confirms that saying.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 43 lbs
4/01/2018
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020021303144 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allowed handling but tense and nervous Sex: intact female Estimated Age: appx 2y+ Subjective: seemingly healthy young dog Eyes: clear Ears: some d/c AU but easily cleaned Oral Exam: mild staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy animal Plan: DVM intake
5/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~2 years History : Dropped off at police precinct Subjective: Nervous but friendly, tolerates full exam, takes treats Evidence of Cruelty seen -none Evidence of Trauma seen -none Objective P =90 R =30 BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes very mild scleral injection, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Healthy adult dentition, no lesions PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female intact. Very prominent nipples, no mammary masses MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: NE Assessment Apparently healthy intact female Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Okay for surgery
17/01/2018
S/O -QAR, lying on bed, appears docile, behavior normal for this girl -coughing reported starting 1/16 PM -serous nasal discharge, soft sneezing noted in kennel -appears eupnic A 1. CIRDC P -move to isolation -doxycycline 200 mg PO SID x 14 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Kiss had a relaxed body upon intake. She was drooling a lot. She accepted treats nicely and sometimes sat for them. She walked gently side by side the admissions counselor on the leash. Her tail was tucked and she would stared at the counselor with wide eyes and bubbling saliva coming from the mouth. She allowed all handling and was receptive to touch.
Date of Intake: 1/3/2018
Basic Information:: Kiss is a female large mixed dog. She is brown and white. She arrived to MACC as a stray.
Date of intake:: 1/3/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 1/4/2018
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:: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Dog is likely crouching, may have a long lip or lip lick.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
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, Kiss approached the assessor hesitantly. She had a tense body throughout the assessment, but she allowed all handling.
Summary (1):: 1/6: When introduced off leash to a male dog, Kiss offers corrections for face to face interactions and also for approach at times. At this time, the behavior department feels that Kiss would be most comfortable as the only resident dog in a future home until follow up can be conducted outside of the shelter environment.
Date of intake:: 1/3/2018
Summary:: Kiss had a tucked tail but allowed all handling.
Date of initial:: 1/3/2018
Summary:: Kiss was tense but allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Kiss so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Kiss has been timid in the shelter environment but will warm and become social with handlers after a slow introduction outside the kennel. She continues to be fearful of novice items and people, but will engage after a slow approach.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: Single-pet home,Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: Single dog home/no dog parks: At this time, the behavior department feels that Kiss would be most comfortable as the only resident dog in a future home until follow up can be conducted outside of the shelter environment.
Potential challenges: : Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Kiss is a bit fearful at the care center. It is important to always go slow and give Kiss the option to walk away from any social interaction. Kiss should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Kiss’ choice to approach a new person or thing. Mrs Pancake would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings.
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