MALLOW – A1121365

Manhattan Center

My name is MALLOW. My Animal ID # is A1121365.
I am a female black and white finnish spitz mix. The shelter thinks I am about 12 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 08/09/2017 from NY 10466, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

08/13/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1121365 Mallow is At Risk for medical reasons (please see exam below)

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/13/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 26.0 LBS.

Hx: geriatric, stiff stilted gait, large cyst over tail base, small mammary gland tumor; blood work unremarkable; started on gabapentin 100 mg PO BID; recheck because she seems lethargic and some concern for head pressing; eating well when enticed S/O sleeps very soundly in cage, suspect significant hearing loss QAR when awakened, seems slightly sedated compared to previous exam on 8/9, stands in corner of cage mm pk/pigmented, sl tacky no nasal discharge or sneezing noted OU-nuclear sclerosis eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft abdomen large cyst over dorsum stiff, short strided gait ambulatory paraparesis, crosses hind limbs intermittently small mammary gland tumor, approx the size of a marble A Geriatric Cyst Mammary gland tumor Paraparesis-r/o chronic IVDD vs other Arthritis Lethargy/sedate-r/o gabapentin administration vs other P d/c gabapentin, recheck tomorrow to see if there is any improvement in mentation, energy level

08/09/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/09/17 09:51 Upon intake Mallow was calm and docile. He walked around and was very quiet. Mallow scanned negative for a microchip and allowed all handling.

08/12/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: We love our seniors, and we love our seniors who refuse to give in to whatever ails them. Meet Ms. Mallow. Her frosted face tells of the years of experience at life in general, and is now in our care, ready to find her retirement home. She loves being in the company of people, loves being petted, has a great appetite for treats which she takes gently and with gusto, loves hanging out with her human watching the hustle and bustle of the city streets. Mellow Mallow likely has arthritis, and has a large soft swelling near the base of her tail, but nothing stops her from enjoying her walk and being where the ‘action’ is. Her golden years should be spent on a comfy bed with good nutritious food and whatever meds she may need to keep her comfortable. Her wonderful spirit and calm demeanor in the face of confusion is inspirational to all who have met her. Please give this lovely senior the best years of her life moving forward.

08/10/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 8/9/17 Unaltered Female, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 8/10/17 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her ears are back, her tail is down, and she has a relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is closed. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash slowly, body soft. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Mallow displayed no behavioral concerns on her assessment. Flank was used due to Mallow appearing unsteady. PLAYGROUP: 8/10: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Mallow approaches and greets politely. INTAKE BEHAVIOR Upon intake, Mallow was calm, quiet, and allowed all handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 8/9/17 During her initial medical exam, Mallow was tense but allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Mallow so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a low level of activity. RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

08/10/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
8/10: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Mallow approaches and greets politely. 8/11: Mallow greets another male dog politely and wanders the pen. 8/12: Mallow greets politely and wanders the pen.

08/09/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 12 years Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : found as a stray Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior – geriatric, tenses when touched but allows handling Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective BCS 4/9 EENT: OU-mature cataracts, iris atrophy; small meibomian gland cyst on lower palpabra OS mild serous nasal discharge AU-mild hyperpigmentation and lichenification of canals Oral Exam: mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; incisors severely worn down, fractured canines PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: tense on palpation but no palpable abnormalities; may be behavioral U/G: female intact; marble sized, firm mammary gland tumor MSI: large fluctuant SQ swelling over tail base-FNA reveals clear, cystic fluid (shaved area for FNA); skin overlying cyst has mild hyperpigmentation and lichenification still, high stepping gait x 4 mild chronic thickening of R stifle decreased weight bearing on RH decreased hip extension with discomfort, worse on LH carpal crepitus CNS: delayed-absent CP on RH, normal on LH Rectal: none Assessment Cyst-r/o pressure sore vs underlying neoplasia vs other Dental Disease Cataracts OU Generalized osteoarthritis in hips, R stifle, carpi Delayed CP LH-r/o ortho (arthritis vs other) vs neuro (IVDD vs other) Plan Rec’d CBC/chem Rec’d biopsy of MGT Gabapentin 100 mg PO BID until placement Based on blood work, consider adding NSAID for chronic pain management Did not drain cyst as it is likey to reoccur; Prognosis: fair; chronic pain management should be primary goal of treatment due to significant osteoarthritis SURGERY: perm due to age

08/13/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
Hx: geriatric, stiff stilted gait, large cyst over tail base, small mammary gland tumor; blood work unremarkable; started on gabapentin 100 mg PO BID; recheck because she seems lethargic and some concern for head pressing; eating well when enticed S/O sleeps very soundly in cage, suspect significant hearing loss QAR when awakened, seems slightly sedated compared to previous exam on 8/9, stands in corner of cage mm pk/pigmented, sl tacky no nasal discharge or sneezing noted OU-nuclear sclerosis eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft abdomen large cyst over dorsum stiff, short strided gait ambulatory paraparesis, crosses hind limbs intermittently small mammary gland tumor, approx the size of a marble A Geriatric Cyst Mammary gland tumor Paraparesis-r/o chronic IVDD vs other Arthritis Lethargy/sedate-r/o gabapentin administration vs other P d/c gabapentin, recheck tomorrow to see if there is any improvement in mentation, energy level

 

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