MASON – A1095665

Manhattan Center

My name is MASON. My Animal ID # is A1095665.
I am a male tan and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 4 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 11/02/2016 from NY 10451, owner surrender reason stated was INAD FACIL.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/08/2016 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 63.2 LBS.

This evening, coughing, SND and SOD are seen on cage exam. Move to isolation, start doxycycline 300 mg PO SID x10 days. 1088

11/02/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/02/16 15:22 BASIC INFO Mason A1095665 is a 4 year old APBT. He is being surrendered to the shelter because the owner can no longer keep Mason at a friends home, to take him home because relatives will not allow it. Mason was purchased from a breeder in owner’s neighborhood. Mason does not have any health concerns. Mason allows you to take away his food bowl, water bowl, or toy away. He allows you to bathe him, but does struggle when being placed in the tub. Mason is fed Eukanuba dry dog food. He is not bothered if awaken out of his sleep, or if pushed off of furniture. Mason is best described as friendly, affectionate and very playful. He has a high activity level. Mason is potty trained. He is walked 3 times a day on the leash which he pulls. BEHAVIOR DURING INTAKE Mason allowed all handling, collaring and photos.

11/08/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: A big, goofy affable fellow – that’s our Mason…so happy to see a friend with a leash, he sat to be leashed and out we go. Going potty immediately once outside confirms what we’re told from his former owner who had to surrender him as he has no place to stay. We’re told that Mason doesn’t guard his things, and is described as friendly, affectionate, and playful. Mason is a gorgeous dog, his caramel color coat clean and groomed, his weight perfect for his size. He showed off his ‘sit’, takes treats gently, posed like a pro for pictures tilting his head and smiling – love that! Mason pulls hard on leash so a harness and/or leash training will make for a nicer walk on both ends of the leash, and he clearly felt it is his personal mission to rid our park of squirrels. Mason greets other dogs politely in group, but prefers to explore the pen on his own. A big, sweet and loving personality is going to go home with some lucky person….shouldn’t it be you?

11/06/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Unaltered, Owner surrender Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Mason is best described as friendly, affectionate and very playful. He has a high activity level. Other notes: During intake, Mason allowed all handling. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/6/2016 Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. Sensitivity: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, becomes playful towards end of game Squeeze 1: 2. Dog quickly pulls back Squeeze 2: 2. Dog is soft in body and eye, and moves his legs/body so that the Assessor is unable to hold the paw Toy 1: 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: Mason displayed no concern during his behavior assessment; He may benefit from daily mental and physical stimulation in the forms of walks, runs, exercise, play to positively direct his enthusiasm. PLAYGROUP: With continued interactions, Mason has begun to show interest in engaging in play, at times mounting during play with male and female dogs. Mason has displayed the potential to become overaroused when engaging in running chase play, and this should be taken into consideration pending introducion to dogs outside of the care center. History around dogs was not cited by his former caretaker. Based on observations made while in our care, the behavior department feels that Mason should require slow introductions with resident dogs in a home. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/2/2016 During his initial medical examination, Mason readily allowed all handling without issue. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (Suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

11/04/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
With continued interactions, Mason has begun to show interest in engaging in play, at times mounting during play with male and female dogs. Mason has displayed the potential to become overaroused when engaging in running chase play, and this should be taken into consideration pending introducion to dogs outside of the care center. History around dogs was not cited by his former caretaker. Based on observations made while in our care, the behavior department feels that Mason should require slow introductions with resident dogs in a home. 11/4: When off leash with a female dog Mason is sexually motivated but is overwhelmed when solicited with play and ceases. 11/5: Mason greets a group of female dogs politely then spends his time exploring the yard. 11/6: Mason offers polite greeting to a female dog today. 11/8: Mason engages in play with male and female dogs, often mounting during. 11/9: Mason becomes overaroused during running chase play, becomes tense an vocalizes.

11/02/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
Microchip: negative Sex: intact male Age: reported 4y Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean, slightly waxy, small scabebd area on AS pinnae (dime sized) Nose: no d/c Teeth: mild staining If abnormal BCS: WNL Skin: WNL Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no Behavior: friendly, allows all handling and enjoys being held Medication: N/A, preventatives given

11/08/2016 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
This evening, coughing, SND and SOD are seen on cage exam. Move to isolation, start doxycycline 300 mg PO SID x10 days. 1088

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