MALIBU – A1100437

Manhattan Center

My name is MALIBU. My Animal ID # is A1100437.
I am a neutered male white and br brindle amer bulldog mix. The shelter thinks I am about 3 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 12/24/2016 from NY 10452, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
01/03/2017 Exam Type BEHAVIORPART2 – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is NH ONLY, Weight 59.6 LBS.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_Single-pet home (see PLAYGROUP) _X_Recommend no dog parks (see PLAYGROUP) _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Malibu has been a bit uncomfortable with handling of certain body parts (see SAFER Assessment summary). He shows good coping skills and appropriate warnings. Based on the concerns Malibu has displayed around other dogs, the behavior department recommends placement with a New Hope Partner who can give him time to decompress before evaluating his behaviors around other dogs in a home setting. We caution to use only force-free, reward-based, positive reinforcement training techniques as more aversive techniques are likely to increase fear and to increase the risk of future aggression. Potential challenges: _X_ Handling Sensitivity

PET PROFILE MEMO
No Pet Profile Memo

12/27/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Winter already getting you down? Think warm thoughts of sun and beach…think Malibu!! Our Malibu is a long legged, elegant boy wrapped in a stunning brindle and white coat. His tail never stops wagging as his soft green eyes meet mine. Easily leashed, he pulls until he finds the perfect place to go potty. Once business is done, he walks nicely. He’s quiet and thoughtful, in touch with and respectful of his person, poses for photos like a pro, not minding being tethered. Off leash, toys and a ball briefly get his attention, watching the birds fly outside our pen is an activity, cookies? don’t mind if I do, thank you, and then it’s cuddle time. Laying his head against my chest, reaching up for a kiss, draping his paw over my arm, Malibu is soft and affectionate. His coat is so soft and clean I love running my hands over it as I pet him. Sweet, friendly and gentle, Malibu is ready to warm your heart and soul forever.

01/03/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None Unaltered, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, and approaches the Assessor at the end of the game. He is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Jumps up on Assessor at the end. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog head flips while pulling back paw. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. He does not place his body between you and the toy. Summary: Malibu appeared uncomfortable when his collar, face, and paw were reached for. He quickly pulled his head away during Look when his face was touched each time and flipped his head around quickly during squeeze. He may have some sensitivity when being handled or reached for. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Conflict Driven: These dogs are out to have a good time at another’s expense. They tend to target a dog that is giving very clear signals to back off and do not. This behavior is very distressing for the target dogs and should not be allowed to happen. PLAYGROUP: Malibu has shown a concerning level of arousal around other dogs during his stay at the care center. With prolonged greeting he begins to snap at other dogs and is not easily deescalated. During his initial interaction he was able to slow down with handler interruption, but with each interaction afterward he has not. At this time the behavior department recommends not placing Malibu into a home with other dogs until his behaviors can be followed up on. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 12/25/16 During his initial medical exam Malibu displayed a level of energy and allowed all handling.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_Single-pet home (see PLAYGROUP) _X_Recommend no dog parks (see PLAYGROUP) _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Malibu has been a bit uncomfortable with handling of certain body parts (see SAFER Assessment summary). He shows good coping skills and appropriate warnings. Based on the concerns Malibu has displayed around other dogs, the behavior department recommends placement with a New Hope Partner who can give him time to decompress before evaluating his behaviors around other dogs in a home setting. We caution to use only force-free, reward-based, positive reinforcement training techniques as more aversive techniques are likely to increase fear and to increase the risk of future aggression. Potential challenges: _X_ Handling Sensitivity

12/28/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Malibu has shown a concerning level of arousal around other dogs during his stay at the care center. With prolonged greeting he begins to snap at other dogs and is not easily deescalated. During his initial interaction he was able to slow down with handler interruption, but with each interaction afterward he has not. At this time the behavior department recommends not placing Malibu into a home with other dogs until his behaviors can be followed up on. 12/28: When introduced off leash to another dog in the care center, Malibu rushes in to the pen, mouthing at the female greeter dog, and attempts to mount once able to reach her. He ignores correction when it is offered by the greeter dog. He does begin to slow down with handler interruption. He then roams and sniffs around the pen. 12/31: When waiting to be introduced off-leash, Malibu becomes aroused and begins to growl and snap at dogs through a gate. He is not introduced at this time. 1/3: Immediately upon entering the pen Malibu runs toward the helper dog and begins mouthing at her face. She attempts to run away at which point Malibu’s arousal level increases; he stiffens and begins to snap. He does not stop with handler interruption, only when his leash is grabbed. As he is being led out of the pen he continues barking and snapping toward the helper dog.

12/25/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
Microchip: negative Sex: intact male Age: appx 2y Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean Nose: no d/c Teeth: little to no staining If abnormal BCS:WNL Skin: WNL Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no Behavior: allows handling but very boisterous and difficult to manage due to energy Medication: N/A, preventatives given

No RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found
– Normal,
No detailed description for a visit type RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found!

 

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