LADY SAPPHIRE – 12643
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12-2-2017 Brooklyn
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Lady Sapphire
Hello, my name is Lady Sapphire. My animal id is #12643. I am a female gray dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 14-Nov-2017.
Lady Sapphire is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infection Respiratory Disease Complex and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other dogs. Lady Sapphire is Suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: When she arrived in Brooklyn, the driver that transported her looked at me with stars in his eyes and sighed “what a sweetheart that Lady Sapphire is”…and is she ever! She might come off as a bit of a wild child in her kennel, but once outside, her whole world becomes just her and the person on the other end of her leash. She has been easy to walk, seems to have housetraining, and loves food. Her face was clearly meant for mushing, and she’s happy to accept plenty of it! She thrives on attention, is a perfect fit for any lap, gives kisses generously, and has the BEST smile. She is ready to be your co-pilot on adventures and make you feel loved each and every day…come meet her at Brooklyn ACC!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 42 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4 years Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior – Evidence of Cruelty seen – Evidence of Trauma seen – Objective T = P = R = BCS EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild dental calc PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI, prominent mammary glands and vulva, no vaginal discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment appears healthy Prognosis:good Plan: SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Diarrhea noted on rounds board S/O: BAR. At the front of the cage seeking attention. No c/s/v/d noted in kennel EENT: No nasal or ocular d/c L: Eupneic A: Diarrhea P: Start metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID x5d until 11/24 Recheck in 5 days Good prognosis
Day 5 of treatment, recheck diarrhea S/O: BAR. Very active, attention seeking. Clean run. No signs or reports of diarrhea EENT: Eyes clear, mild serous nasal discharge HL: No coughing or sneezing INTEG: WNL MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Female A: No concerns on exam P: Continue with current treatment and monitoring plan. Excellent prognosis
New CIRDC noted on rounds Subjective: BAR. Coughing and sneezing noted but v/d. Blood noted in cage on rounds board but not noted on exam. Hypersalivating. Objective EENT: moderate serous nasal d/c bilaterally, mild serous ocular d/c ou Oral Exam: hypersalivating H/L: eupneic, coughing, sneezing Assessment: CIRDC Hx diarrhea-resolved Plan: Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x14d until 12/10 Recheck at day 7 Move to iso Prognosis: Good
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. BluE
Date of intake:: 11/14/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Date of assessment:: 11/22/2017
Look:: 1. Dog leans forward or jumps up to lick the Assessor’s face with tail wagging, ears back and eyes averted.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
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. No interest.
Summary:: Lady sapphire was friendly and allowed all handling. She was social and playful during the handling assessment.
Summary (1):: Lady sapphire was brought in as a stray so her past behavior with other dogs is unknown. 11/17: When off leash at the Care Center, Lady Sapphire greets at the fence with a stiff posture and low grumbles. She eventually begins to low growl and bark towards the other dogs. The interaction is ended without opening the gate due to the inexperience of today’s helper dog. Lady Sapphire will be tried again with a softer, less nervous male as soon as possible.
Date of intake:: 11/14/2017
Summary:: Unknown
Date of initial:: 11/14/2017
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Lady Sapphire so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. Lady sapphire displayed medium energy and movement throughout assessment. She will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised.
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:: _X_ Single-pet home/Recommend no dog parks: Due to the behaviors that Lady Sapphire has shown during playgroup, we feel that Lady Sapphire should not visit dog parks and be the only resident dog. The Behavior Department recommends that she be socialized in a more controlled setting until her behavior towards other dogs can be further addressed. Reward-based, force-free training can be utilized to help Lady Sapphire associate dogs with things she enjoys like toys or treats.
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