LEXIE – A1098923

Manhattan Center

***DOH HOLD – B FOR INCIDENT AT ACC 12/28/16***

My name is LEXIE. My Animal ID # is A1098923.
I am a female tan and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 3 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 12/06/2016 from NY 10466, owner surrender reason stated was PERS PROB.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
12/18/2016 Exam Type BEHAVIORPART2 – Medical Rating is 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NH ONLY, Weight 52.6 LBS.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/6/16 During her initial medical exam Lexie appeared tense and nervous. ENERGY LEVEL: IN-SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: Lexie has not acclimated well to the shelter environment and has been becoming increasingly difficult to manage. Lexie has observed to be human social with familiar handlers though has displayed concerning behavior upon approach from strangers; hard barking, growling and lunging. Because of the level of reactivity Lexie displays on leash, the behavior department advises she move into a home as soon as possible so not to rehearse any undesired behavior. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended as aversive methods may heighten fear level and increase the risk of future aggression. RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13) _X_Placement with a New Hope partner Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Lexie 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. Lexie may easily startle and is made uncomfortable by loud noises and sudden movement. We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed as a result of her environment. A period of decompression is advised before introduction or exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training is advised.) _X_On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration

12/06/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
12/06/16 16:16 Basic Information Lexie is an approximately 3 yr old female Am Pit bull mix. She is being surrendered because of personal Problems. He was given to the owner by a friend and has not been taken to a vet in over a year. Socialization Around strangers, Lexie is friendly around new people. She has never lived with children. She has never lived with other dogs and when outside she tries to play with other. The owner has never had cats so the owner does not know how Lexie is around them. The owner states that Lexie has never bite another person or animal before. Behavior Lexie is not bothered when you take her food bowl, treat, or toy away, by thunder storms or fireworks. When an unfamiliar person approaches the home or a family member she approaches them in a friendly. Lexie does not mind being bathed but has never had her nails trimmed. For a new family to know The owner describes Lexie as playful, affectionate and friendly with a high activity level Lexie’s favorite activity is to play tug of war with the owner. Around the house, she follows everyone around and prefers to be in the same room as the rest of the family. She has toys and loves to play with Balls and rope toys. She sleeps mostly indoors with on a dog bed on the floor of the bedroom room. Lexie was being fed name brand dry dog food 3 times a day. Lexie is house trained, and goes to the bathroom on grass outside the house. When left alone Lexie is well behaved in the home. Lexie also knows the commands for “sit” and “put it down”. For exercise Lexie is to walks outside twice a day. Behavior during the intake During the intake, Lexie was relaxed with soft body. Lexie allowed to be scanned (negative), photographed, collar and placed the dog kennel.

12/09/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Lexie is laying against her door. She is yet another gal, a family pet who does not understand what she is doing in a place that is not hers. What a beautiful dog! She owns a square head that reminds me of a Great Dane, dark velvety eyes and big ears flipped over a wary face. Lexie accepts my leash and off she rushes. Lexie has no idea what she is doing. Maybe a pen is a better place to relax and to get to know each other. Lexie is tense, her tail tucked. My camera is too big and seems to frighten her. Treats…well, that Lexie loves and sticks around me to get more. She even sits for them. We created a bond over turkey jerkies. Caresses are now welcome. Lexie accepts a neckpiece and I snap a few pictures of her while waving bacon strips in front of my lens. Lexie is with us as her family, not counting kids or other pooches, could not care for a pet anymore. She comes with good recommendations. Friendly around strangers, playful, affectionate, house trained, well mannered and non destructive,all great qualities we like to find in a dog we seek to adopt. Come and meet Lexie at the Manhattan Care Center. She would like to start a new page in her life with you.

12/18/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Unaltered, Owner Surrender Previously lived with: Adults, another dog Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Playful Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: None reported. Bite history: None reported. Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Playful, affectionate and friendly with a high activity level. Other notes: Upon intake Lexie appeared relaxed and had a soft body SAFER ASSESSMENT: 12/8/2016 Look: 3. Dog will not position, tense and will not allow Assessor to conduct the assessment. Sensitivity: 2. Dog is focused on other stimuli, her eyes are averted, mouth closed Tag: 3. Dog follows, head and body low, spins towards hand on last pass Squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff. Flank squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy 1. Minimal interest. Dog smells, then walks away. Summary: Lexie is fearful and very uncomfortable, apprehensive and stiff during tactile portions of the assessment. PLAYGROUP: Lexie has not been consistent in behaviors displayed during interactions, at times she is avoidant, and at other times has mostly attempted to mount other dogs (only once has she displayed interest in play). The behavior department feels that Lexie should be allowed time to decompress into a home environment before continued follow up on her behavior around other dogs. The previous owner of Lexie cites that she attempts to play with other dogs she meets outdoors. Any future introductions to other dogs should be done slowly to polite dogs at Lexie’s pace.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/6/16 During her initial medical exam Lexie appeared tense and nervous. ENERGY LEVEL: IN-SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: Lexie has not acclimated well to the shelter environment and has been becoming increasingly difficult to manage. Lexie has observed to be human social with familiar handlers though has displayed concerning behavior upon approach from strangers; hard barking, growling and lunging. Because of the level of reactivity Lexie displays on leash, the behavior department advises she move into a home as soon as possible so not to rehearse any undesired behavior. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended as aversive methods may heighten fear level and increase the risk of future aggression. RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13) _X_Placement with a New Hope partner Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Lexie 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. Lexie may easily startle and is made uncomfortable by loud noises and sudden movement. We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed as a result of her environment. A period of decompression is advised before introduction or exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training is advised.) _X_On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration

12/08/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Lexie has not been consistent in behaviors displayed during interactions, at times she is avoidant, and at other times has mostly attempted to mount other dogs (only once has she displayed interest in play). The behavior department feels that Lexie should be allowed time to decompress into a home environment before continued follow up on her behavior around other dogs. The previous owner of Lexie cites that she attempts to play with other dogs she meets outdoors. Any future introductions to other dogs should be done slowly to polite dogs at Lexie’s pace. 12/8: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Lexie does not approach the greeter dog and instead seeks to exit the yard. 12/9: Lexie is initially fearful in the yard and will only briefly sniff the other dog. However, once she is mounted she begins to solicit play (slightly tense) and will repeatedly mount him. 12/14: Lexie persistantly mounts the other dog in the pen.

12/06/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
scan negative BARH tense, nervous female dog mild tartar cage nose alopecia / dermatitis on skin NOSF

12/07/2016 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
12/07/16 12:52 s/o: cage exam only growling when cage approached abrasion on bridge of nose. patches of alopecia in sacral area. could not inspect closely, but seems typical for pyoderma a: pyoderma p: cephalexin 500mg bid x 10d good prognosis 12/6 scan negative BARH tense, nervous female dog mild tartar cage nose alopecia / dermatitis on skin NOSF

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