MAX – A1121673 

Manhattan Center

My name is MAX. My Animal ID # is A1121673.
I am a male tan and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 7 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 08/12/2017 from NY 10035, owner surrender reason stated was BITEPEOPLE.

08/25/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Max A1121673 is at risk for a New Hope Only behavior determination, including a bite history. Max has shown some challenges when on-leash and being returned to his kennel, and he bit his previous owner when the owner was placing a collar on Max. He was released for rescue placement only after his bite quarantine.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/24/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 66.4 LBS.

S/O no obvious appetite QAR, appears slightly lethargic initially but then started barking aggressively mucoid nasal discharge, sneezing mild huffing cough appears eupnic A CIRDC P baytril 136 mg tab: 2 tab PO SID x14 days cerenia 3.0 ml SQ SID x 3 days LRS 300 ml SQ SID x 2 days

08/12/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/12/17 11:26 Basic Information: Max is a 7 year old, male, large breed dog. He was given to original owner’s friend about a week ago but new owner decided to surrender due to Max biting him while he tried to put a prong collar on him. Socialization: New owner states that Max is relaxed and gentle around strangers, adults, children, and other dogs. He stated that he had 5 other large breed dogs that Max played with gently. He also lived with a rabbit that he respects. Max did bite his new owner and broke skin on August 12th 2017. Behavior: Max doesn’t like the rain and will choose not to walk in it. He can be anxious indoors when left alone and will whine. He is ok with you touching his food, treats, and toys. He doesn’t mind being held or disturbed while sleeping and enjoys being brushed. Owner has never trimmed Max’s nails but Max is ok with his paws being touched. He is ok with unfamiliar people coming to the house or approaching owner. He will just sniff them. For a new family to know: Max is a friendly, excitable, and affectionate. Owner says he is good around kids and is really friendly. He will follow you around the house when you are home or lay next to your bed while you sleep. He is house trained and will go on the cement or gravel. He is high energy and enjoys playing in the Dog Park or brisk walks on leash. He enjoys playing fetch and tug a war with rope toys and he may chew on stuffed toys or pillows. He eats Pedigree twice a day and his favorite treats are beggin strips. He knows how to sit and stay but may pull lightly on leash. During intake, Max was anxious and whining but had a low slow wagging tail the whole time. He allowed counselor to pet him from head to tail. He licked counselors hand for affection.

WEB MEMO
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08/25/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
CANINE BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT for Max A1121673 KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile Date of intake 8/12/2017 Unaltered male, owner surrender Previously lived with: Five similarly sized dogs, and a rabbit. Behavior toward strangers: Relaxed, gentle Behavior toward children: Relaxed, gentle Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed, gentle with resident dogs, enjoys the dog park Behavior toward cats: Uknown Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: Original owner gave Max to a friend a week ago. Max bit new owner on the hand, breaking skin when attempting to place a prong collar on him. Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, excitable, and affectionate with high energy SAFER ASSESSMENT: Date of assessment 8/21/2017 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted. His ears are back, his tail is down, and he has a relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog displays high energy and movement, but it is directed toward getting closer to the Assessor. His body is soft, likely panting, may jump up between attempts to lick Assessor. 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. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are relaxed or back. Toy: 1. Minimal interest in Toy, dog sniffs but does not fully engage. This may be due to environment as owner reports Max enjoys fetch and tug, rope toys and stuffed toys. Summary: Max was social and displayed high energy and movement throughout assessment, consistently soft. He was reluctant to return to his kennel but walked in slowly with gentle coaxing and treats. INTAKE BEHAVIOR Date of intake 8/12/2017 During intake, Max whined with a low wagging tail, allowed all handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: Date of initial 8/12/2017 During his initial medical exam, Max was active. ENERGY LEVEL: Owner describes Max as having a high level of energy which matches what we have seen at the care center. Max is a young, social, enthusiastic dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend daily walks, runs, exercise, and play.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_ No children under 13: Due to Max’s bite history, we recommend an adult-only home for him. _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Max was released for rescue placement only after his bite quarantine. Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression – Max bit new owner on the hand and breaking skin when attempting to place a prong collar on him. It should be noted Max’s neck has what appears to be broken skin from the prongs. We recommend only force-free reward based training as more averse and forceful techniques are likely to increase fear and increase the risk of aggression. _X_Leash-biting – Max is extremely reluctant to return to his kennel, will jump up, roll, and grab leash. He successfully returned without incident moving very slowly and being spoken to softly and gently. To avoid escalation, Max should never be forced to submit to petting or handling when he gives clear signs he is uncomfortable.

GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
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08/12/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: mature adult, ~ 7 yrs Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative History : stray/owner surrender? bit new owner Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – vocal, active, allowed muzzling and PE with ease Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted; mild hacking cough when pulling hard on leash Oral Exam: limited – mild dental wear PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male, nsf MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment – older dog, has a mild cough when pulling hard on leash, otherwise healthy Plan – recheck for cough Prognosis: good SURGERY: Okay for surgery +/- gen BW prior due to age

08/24/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
S/O no obvious appetite QAR, appears slightly lethargic initially but then started barking aggressively mucoid nasal discharge, sneezing mild huffing cough appears eupnic A CIRDC P baytril 136 mg tab: 2 tab PO SID x14 days cerenia 3.0 ml SQ SID x 3 days LRS 300 ml SQ SID x 2 days

Generated on Aug 25 2017 6:00PM

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