LINDY – 12398
Gone - 12-28-2017 Manhattan
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GONE 12/28/17
Lindy
Hello, my name is Lindy. My animal id is #12398. I am a desexed female tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 7 years 1 months 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 12-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving.
Sorry, this pet is for new hope partners only.
Lindy is at risk for behavior reasons. Due to past food guarding behavior and a bite incident, we are seeking placement for Lindy with a New Hope partner, and suggest she would be best suited to an adult only home. Medically, we have no concerns for Lindy, who presents as a healthy dog.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Lindy is a sensitive little lamb of a lady that’s hard not to fall for. Although shy and timid at the shelter, she still manages to just ooze sweetness. She is very easy to walk on leash, but does pull if she gets startled by something (when we crossed paths with a loud garbage truck, Lindy decided it was time to head for the hills and was bringing me along with her!). She seems to have housetraining, is reported to have lived harmoniously with a cat, and might be shy around other dogs. She loves food, and treats help pave the way to her heart. She responds to “sit”, “down” and even, very bashfully, “paw” (she’s not ready to hold hands yet!). She does seem to find comfort in a familiar face, and will gently wag her tail when I approach her cage, make soft eye contact when I talk to her, and reveal the CUTEST “that’s the spot” face if I help her out with one of her hard-to-reach itches. She seems like such a sweetheart and I suspect she’ll be much less of a nervous nellie once she’s back in a home…please come see if she might be a good fit for yours!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 63 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam: 1431 Estimated age: 7 years Microchip noted on Intake? yes History : surrender Subjective: BAR, hydrated Observed Behavior – friendly, allows exam/treatment with minimal restraint. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective P =120 R = wnl BCS: 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: gums a little red, but not gingivitis: negative oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female spayed, no mgts or dc MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no ectoparasites noted, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: in apparent good health Prognosis: good Plan: Continue to monitor at BACC SURGERY: already altered
Progress exam-reported to be bleeding from right front foot in cage Subjective: BARH. No c/s/v/d. Small amount of dried blood in cage. Objective BCS: 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no ectoparasites noted, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, split nail on RF digit 4. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Split toenail RF digit #4 Prognosis: good Plan: Start rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID x5d until 12/1 Recheck foot in 5 days-consider sedating and removing split nail if still bleeding and painful Continue to monitor at BACC
Brief recheck – RF split nail RF digit #4 split nail still present but starting to grow out. No signs of bleeding or infection. P is comfortable and no signs of lameness. P: ctm prn
s/o; foster apt for cirdc tail down, whale eye–may have growled once no MD seen no coughing observed possible increased bronchial noise a: cirdc p: doxycycline 300mg sid x 14d
Diagnosed with CIRDC on 12/12 and then sent to foster; returned from foster care on 12/15; currently on doxycycline S/O -QAR, appears shy/docile -reportedly no appetite overnight -intermittent huffing cough -mild serous nasal discharge -appears eupnic A 1. CIRDC, active P -cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 4 days -continue doxycycline
Day 10 treatment for CIRDC S/O -QAR, appears friendly and docile -no nasal discharge, sneezing or coughing noted -eupnic A CIRDC-appears resolved P okay to move from isolation
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
during intake Lindy was very social. She greeted the counselor with a loose wiggly body. Lindy enjoyed being pet a lot and put her head in the counselors hand. Lindy allowed all handling.
Date of Intake: 11/12/2017
Spay/Neuter Status: Spayed
Basic Information:: Lindy is a 7 year old spayed large breed mix. Owner has lived with Lindy for 6 years and is surrendering because of land lord issues.
How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers Lindy is friendly. Lindy plays exuberantly with adults and likes to jump up on them.
How is this dog around children?: Lindy has not lived with or interacted with children.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Lindy has not lived with dogs. Around dogs outside Lindy is shy. Lindy has not been socialized with dogs much but previous owner stated at the boarding facility she would smell another dog.
How is this dog around cats?: Lindy has lived with a cat and was respectful towards the cat.
Resource guarding:: Lindy will growl when a person or animal approaches her food bowl while eating. Lindy isnt bothered when having toys treats and bones taken away. Lindy enjoys being brushed and allows to be bathed with no problem. Lindy isnt bothered when being held or restrained. Lindy does not go on the furniture at home. When someone unfamiliar approaches the house Lindy will bark and greet them excitedly and jump up. When someone approaches the owner outside Lindy get excited and greets them.
Bite history:: Lindy has no bite history.
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: high
Other Notes:: Lindy isnt bothered during storms and fireworks
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Lindy has a allergy to dust and mold.
For a New Family to Know: Lindy was described as friendly and energetic. When home with Lindy she will follow you around the house. Lindy enjoys playing with rope toys and rawhide bones. Lindy knows how to play fetch and tug. Lindy is partially house trained but will have accidents everyday if not taken out within 8 hours.Lindy usually goes on 2 walks a day and gets let into the yard 3 to 5 times a day. Lindy prefers to go to the bathroom on dirt. Lindy pulls semihard on the leash and has never been let off the leash outside. When left in the yard alone Lindy is well behaved. When left in the house alone if she doesn’t have toys or bones to keep her busy Lindy will chew house hold items. Lindy knows the commands sit and stay. Lindy eats 2 cups of pedigree dry food once a day. when its time for bed Lindy likes to sleep in her dog bed.
Date of intake:: 11/12/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: 1 Adult 1 Cat
Behavior toward strangers:: Lindy is friendly, and exuberant.
Behavior toward children:: Unknown
Behavior toward dogs:: Lindy appears shy around other dogs
Behavior toward cats:: Lindy is Respectful toward the cat in the home.
Resource guarding:: Lindy will growl when a person or animal approaches her food bowl while eating.
Housetrained:: Partially
Date of assessment:: 11/14/2017
Look:: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 2. Dog quickly pulls back.
Flank squeeze 1:: 1. Dog does not respond at all.
Flank squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all.
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Lindy was nervous during the assessment. She allowed handling with a slow approach,and remained tense with her tail tucked, while lip licking.
Summary:: Tolerant: These dogs are typically non-reactive on leash and will be either friendly or indifferent off leash. They can typically tolerate some rude behavior from other dogs and can be described as having a long fuse. They show relaxed, appropriate, easy-going body language around others.
Summary (1):: Lindy is social with both male and female dogs. She explores the pens, occasionally checking in with the other dogs. Lindy was brought in as a stray so her behavior around other dogs is unknown. The Behavior Department recommends that Lindy be placed in a home with resident dogs that match her calm sociability. November: Lindy is social with other dogs; display a soft body when greeting them near their face, and spends most of her session exploring the pens. She is tolerant of most inappropriate behaviors but will offer corrections when introduced to a pushy player. 12/01-2: Lindy continues to engage in social interactions with both male and female dogs, while exploring the pens. She offers a correction to an anxious dog. 12/03: Lindy was soft and social while interacting in a group of small male and female dogs. She remained calm and responded well to a correction when her face to face greet lingered too long for one particular dog.
Date of intake:: 11/12/2017
Summary:: Lindy was social. She allowed handling with a oft body posture.
Date of initial:: 11/13/2017
Summary:: Lindy was friendly, allows exam/treatment with minimal restraint.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Lindy is described as shy, but friendly. She is a bit nervous with a low energy level.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: During her time at MACC Lindy has been quiet in her kennel and friendly to people she meets on walks. She walks appropriately on the leash and uses the facilities outdoors. She has also allowed all handling from staff and returns to her kennel with ease.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: Due to potential food guarding behavior In the home, Lindy gave an appropriate warning of her discomfort (growl) but we feel that young children may not know to respect this warning. Older, dog savvy children can be considered as long as the adults feel confident that Lindy can be left alone while eating so she does not need to escalate from a growl. Behavior modification for food guarding behavior can be found at aspcapro.org.
Potential challenges: : House soiling,Resource guarding
Potential challenges comments:: House soiling: Lindy is reported to have frequent accidents in the house, and appears not to have been house trained in the past. He will need guidance and consistency to learn to eliminate outside. We recommend crate training (the crate must be made positive and never used as a punishment), frequent walks, rewards for eliminating outside (treats, toys, games), consistent feeding schedule, and careful monitoring when inside. Accidents should never be punished as it can damage the human-dog relationship and is likely to make the problem worse. Resource guarding: The owner reports that Lindy growls if her food bowl is taken away while she is eating. We recommend that Lindy be left alone while eating to prevent rehearsal of the warning as well as to prevent escalation.
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