Mambo

Hello, my name is Mambo. My animal id is #17724. I am a desexed male fawn dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 9 months 3 weeks old.

I came into the shelter as a returns on 24-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as other.

**RETURNED AGAIN 01/24/18**

 

Mambo is at risk for behavioral reasons. Mambo’s stay at the shelter has been a long one, and his in-shelter behavior is deteriorating. Mambo was adopted, but then returned shortly afterwards due to an interstate move. We have good feedback on Mambo’s in-home behaviors from that time. Mambo is easily excitable and has a tendency to play roughly with both people and dogs. Medically, we have no concerns for Mambo, who presents as a healthy dog.

 

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**RETURNED 1/06/2018**

1Y Neutered White/Brown Medium Mixed Breed 58lbs,  Owner Surr:1/06/2018

DVM Intake Exam; Estimated age: 1 year and 9 months based on our previous records; Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned positive; Microchip Number (If Applicable): 981020019730172; History : Adopted from ACC 9 months ago – old database A1107605. No health concerns reported.; Subjective: Energetic!! Observed Behavior – Pulled handler down the hallway. Very hyper and energetic. Allows all handling, not stressed in the slightest; Objective ; BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 6/9; EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted; Oral Exam: Clean adult teeth; PLN: No enlargements noted; H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic; ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated; U/G: Male neutered; MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat; CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities; Rectal: Normal externally; Assessment: Apparently healthy; Prognosis: Excellent; Plan: Adopt!

A Little Bit About Me…

A volunteer writes: Are you ready to do the Mambo? It’s easy when you’ve got the right partner. This honey-coated hunk is happy to take the lead. All you need is a leash and a whole lotta love! Mambo’s a goofy clown who wants to be out living life to the full, and I’ll admit he can come across as a bit of a diva in his kennel, jumping on the door and barking up a storm if he thinks there’s a chance you’re going to walk him. But slip on a leash, offer him some snuggles and show him a toy, and he transforms into the most attentive BFF in a heartbeat. Mambo adores playing with toys of all kinds and carries one in his mouth throughout our stroll, which, combined with a cute winter coat, pushes his adorableness levels off the charts and earns him an admiring chorus of awwws that follows him all the way around the block. He’s a big boy and does pull in his enthusiasm to explore, but he walks well in a harness, seems to be house trained, and sits on command like a champ before hopping up and gently holding my paw in his own to nibble a well-deserved reward treat. For such a butch-looking dog he can be surprisingly delicate, and I had to laugh when he wussed out over walking in the snow and pathetically limped along on alternating feet until I stopped to clean the salt (dog paws are very sensitive to this) from between each toe. This fun and friendly gem would make any experienced pet parent proud to walk by his side, and he’s already neutered and ready to leave today. Ask to meet Mambo at our Manhattan Care Center, and you could be the lucky adopter who gets to dance home with a star!

Let’s get to know each other a bit more…

Date of Intake:  6-Jan-2018
Spay/Neuter Status  Neutered

Basic Information:
Mambo is 1 year 9 month neutered medium mix breed. He was adopted from ACC 9 months ago. He appears healthy and have no health concerns. Owner surrender Mambo due to not able to care for Mambo at this time.

Previously lived with:  2 Adults
How is this dog around strangers?  Owner stated Mambo will get excited and jumps on strangers or visitors that comes to the house.
How is this dog around children?  Mambo hasn’t been around children in owners care.
How is this dog around other dogs?  Owner stated Mambo reacts to dogs depending what the other dog is doing. For explain if another dog is barking he will bark. If the other dog ignore him he will remain quiet.
How is this dog around cats?  Mambo behavior is unknown towards cats.
Resource guarding:  Mambo allows owner to touch his food while eating, and take toys and treats away from his mouth.
Bite history:  Mambo has never bitten or scratched anyone owner stated.
Housetrained:  Yes
Energy level/descriptors:  High

Other Notes:
Mambo loves to go outside and loves baths. He often bark at joggers outside. He is barks if unfamiliar approaches the house or family member but becomes very excited and will urinate.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?  No
Medical Notes:Mambo appears healthy.

For a New Family to Know
Mambo is trained to use the bathroom outdoors. He goes on walks 6 times a day. He is very curious and like to sniff around. He likes to follow owner around the house or stay on the couch. He will play with Kong and Ropes. He eats wet and dry food mixed with vegetables. He knows commands such as sit, stay and give paw. He was describe as playful,excitable and affectionate.

Behavior Notes:
Upon intake Mambo was vocal by barking anytime he heard another another dog in the lobby. He sat on command and was jumpy. He scanned positive for a microchip and allowed handling.

Details on my behavior are…

Animal Name: Mambo
Age: 1 Year 9 Months
Breed: Medium Mixed Breed
Gender: Male
Spayed / Neutered: Yes
Behavior Assessment Date:  1/7/2018
Date of intake:  6-Jan-2018
Spay/Neuter status:  Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):  Owner Surrender (In home for 1 year)
Previously lived with:  Adults
Behavior toward strangers:  Excited, jumps up
Behavior toward dogs:  Barks if they are barking, ignores them if they ignore him.
Resource guarding:  None reported
Bite history:  None reported
Housetrained:  Yes
Energy level/descriptors:  Mambo is described as playful, excitable, and affectionate with a high level of activity.

Date of assessment:  7-Jan-2018
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, 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 assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.
Paw squeeze 1:  2. Dog quickly pulls back.
Paw squeeze 2:  2. Dog quickly pull back.
Toy:  1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:

Mambo approached the assessor in the assessment room quickly with a soft body and jumped up in a social manner. He was a bit mouthy at times, applying light pressure, and grabbed the leash in his mouth. He was social throughout and allowed all handling.
Summary (1):

1/8: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Mambo engages in rough play. Mambo becomes aroused by running chase play and begins to vocalize and stiffen.

Date of intake:  6-Jan-2018
Summary:  Mambo was jumpy and barked at other dogs but allowed all handling.
Date of initial:  6-Jan-2018
Summary:  Mambo was relaxed.

ENERGY LEVEL:  Mambo’s previous owner described him as having a high level of activity. He is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.

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 young children (under 5)
Recommendations comments:

No young children: Due to the level of jumping and mouthing seen at the care center, we recommend a home without young children. Older children who are comfortable around large, jumpy dogs should have an in-depth interaction prior to adoption.

Potential challenges:
Basic manners/poor impulse control
Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition
On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Leash-biting
Strength/leash pulling
Potential challenges comments:

Basic manners/poor impulse control: It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended.
Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition: Mambo has shown some mouthiness in the care center. Little pressure is applied, but this is a behavior that should be extinguished through training alternate behaviors and lack of reward (ex. walking away whenever Mambo’s teeth make contact with skin).
On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: Mambo was reported to bark at dogs that bark at him. Mambo may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach him to look at you rather than other dogs. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.
Leash-biting: Mambo is quick to grab the leash in his mouth. We recommend walking him with a toy to dissuade him from grabbing the leash. Positive reinforcement, force-free training is advised to teach him to focus on you rather than grabbing the leash.
Strength/leash pulling: Mambo is a very large, strong dog with the capability to pull over an average adopter. His adopter must be prepared and able to handle a dog of this size and strength. It is recommended that he be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which help diminish his strength through leverage, and that he be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash.

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MALE, BROWN / WHITE, PIT BULL MIX, 1 yr
STRAY – STRAYAVAI, NO HOLD Reason ABANDON
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 04/01/2017, From NY 10035, DueOut Date 04/04/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary 04/01/17 17:59 BAR, very friendly and hyper, allows all handling Clear OU/AU, nndc OP clean teeth PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic, no coughing or sneezing ABD snp MSK amb x 4 Integ ~6 mm SQ nodule right upper hind limb, suspect cyst or other benign, hives lateral RHL,otherwise wnl, no ectoparasites noted BCS 4/9 UG m/i, smooth and symmetrical testes Neuro a/a A:Hives Growth/mass lateral RHL-r/o cyst vs. other benign vs. less likely malignant Otherwise apparently healthy P:Benadryl trial 50 mg PO BID x 7 days Recheck day 7 hives and possible cyst, consider aspirating if not resolved by next week Good prognosis
Weight 50.4

A volunteer writes: I laughed when I first saw Mambo in his kennel – doing a jig, wagging his tail and living up to his name! With energy to spare, this little dude could power my cell phone for a week, and what he’d love most of all is an exercise partner. If you’re looking for a reason to not skip your morning workout, Mambo is there for you! He’s gorgeous, his eyes sparkle, he has the best smile on the planet and he’s ready for Dancing with the Stars, or better yet, you and some exercise. He seems to be housetrained, using the ‘facilities’ as soon as we exited the building, he does pull on the leash so will benefit from a harness and some leash training, and once he got some of his ya-yas out, he was happy to pose for some pictures and quickly snuggle close for a kiss. He was so happy to be out for a walk, his tail wags as we go, he does a head tilt thing as he rocks his bow tie for photos, and then breaks into that mega watt pittie smile. Seriously, I was ready for him to break into song…’when you’re smiling, when you’re smiling, the whole world smiles with you….’ Mambo is ready to dance his way into your heart and I guarantee that life will never be dull with him by your side. Come meet him today!

BEHAVIOR:

4/1/17, Unaltered Male, Stray

SAFER ASSESSMENT:  4/2/17

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 closed.

Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, and approaches the Assessor at the end of the game with coaxing. He is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor.

Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.

Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.

Toy: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His body is between you and the toy, and he is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness.

Summary: Mambo was at first social with the assessor but then became disconnected, focusing on sniffing the room. He displayed no concerning behaviors and allowed all handling.

DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT:

Summary

PLAYGROUP:

4/2: When introduced off leash to dogs in the care center Mambo appears distracted. He seeks exit and completely ignores approach from the female greeter.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 4/1/17

During his initial medical exam, Mambo was active and social, he allowed all handling.

ENERGY LEVEL:

We have no history on Mambo so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below)

Potential challenges:

_X_Strength/leash pulling: Mambo is a very large, strong dog with the capability to pull over an average adopter. His adopter must be prepared and able to handle a dog of this size and strength. It is recommended that he be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which help diminish his strength through leverage, and that he be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash.

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