BISCUIT aka MERCURY – A1030065

Manhattan Center

My name is BISCUIT  aka MERCURY. My Animal ID # is A1030065.
I am a male white and black shih tzu mix. The shelter thinks I am about 10 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 06/01/2017 from NY 11220, owner surrender reason stated was NO TIME.

06/05/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1030065 Biscuit is At Risk for medical reasons (please see exam below)

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/01/2017 Exam Type DVM INTAKE – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 11.8 LBS.

06/01/17 13:58 Tries to bite but likely because not visual, allowed exam with proper restraint but growling, tried to bite when eyes examined Scan positive 985112004970846 BAR Buphthalmic, corneal edema and episcleral injection OU, nonvisual OU, clean AU, nndc OP unable to examine thoroughly PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic, no coughing or sneezing ABD snp MSK amb x 4, dorsal muscle wasting, prominent spine Integ slightly flaky, otherwise wnl BCS 4/9 with muscle wasting UG m/i, s/s testes Neuro alert and appropriate, nonvisual OU A:Suspect glaucoma, nonvisual both eyes Weight loss from when was here 2 years ago Geriatric P:Recommend NH placement, needs ophthalmic exam (STT and intraocular pressures) +/- treatment for glaucoma vs. enucleation Needs full blood work since geriatric Fair prognosis

06/01/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
06/01/17 14:15 Basic Information: Biscuit is a 10yr old male small dog who has been kept in the same home for about 2yrs but sadly could not be kept due to the lack of time. Biscuit was last seen by a vet a few months ago and also has Cataracts. He also is known to scratch his ears a lot and they become red but it is only because he had small hairs growing in his ears that seems to irritate him. Socialization: Around strangers and children Biscuit is described as friendly, respectful, outgoing, relaxed and playful. He has beed around the ages of 10, 12 and 15 and he is known to play gentle and exuberant with both adults and children. He has spend time with a handful of other dogs and is described as relaxed and tolerant of other dogs but doesn’t play with them. He has also bitten another person before during grooming, he does not enjoy being groomed. Behavior: Biscuit will often poop and pee indoors when he is in a new area that he has never been to before, during loud noises or storms he isn’t bothered, allows you to touch his food, treats or toys when he’s eating or chewing on them and isn’t bothered when he is being held, restrained or disturbed while he is sleeping. He enjoys bath time, getting his fur brushed and he doesn’t mind when someone unfamiliar approches his home or his owner. For a New Family to Know: Biscuit is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, shy around dogs, confident, mellow, excitable and independent. He often scoots his butt around the floor, enjoys going on walks, follows you around when you’re home and will sit right next to you when you’re sitting down. He doesn’t like toys much, has been kept only indoors, sleeps in his own dog bed, eats Purina dry food 2x a day and is partially house-trained. He has accidents a few time a week, can use the bathroom just about anywhere both indoors or outdoors, has never been left alone in a yard, has been crate trained and does well overnight, doesn’t know any other commands except come, slightly pulls on the leash and while off leash he will wander for a bit but will come right back when he’s called.

06/04/2017 WEB MEMO

06/02/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile 6/1/17 Unaltered Male, Owner Surrender (Lived with owner for 2 years) Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward strangers: Social/Relaxed Behavior toward children: Gentle/Exuberant Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed/Tolerant, but not playful Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: None Reported Bite history: Biscuit has bitten while being groomed at home Housetrained: Partially, but may have accidents a few times per week. Energy level/descriptors: Social, affectionate and shy around dogs Other notes: Biscuit is crate trained and does well overnight. SAFER ASSESSMENT: Date of assessment 6/2/2017 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: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft, playful mid game, lightly jumps on assessor Squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are relaxed Toy 1: No interest in Toy, barking toward handler, only interested in soliciting attention from handler. Summary: Biscuit displayed no concerns during his handling assessment. PLAYGROUP: Summary MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 6/1/17 During his initial medical exam Biscuit snapped and growled when eyes were touched ENERGY LEVEL: In the care center, Biscuit displayed a medium level of energy. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced adult-only home _X_No children (under 13): Due to Biscuit’s response to some handling, we feel an adult only home would be best at this time. Potential challenges: _X_House soiling: Biscuit is noted to have occasional accidents in the house. We recommend regularly scheduled consistent walks, as well as wee wee pads placed indoors to encourage eliminating in proper places. Accidents should never be punished as it can damage thehuman-dog relationship and is likely to make the problem worse. _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Biscuit has growled and snapped when his eyes were examined, and bit the owner when being groomed at home, showing an uncomfortability with touch in certain areas. It is important to avoid Biscuit’s eyes at this time and be cautious when touching him in other areas.

06/02/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
6/2-6/4: When off leash with other dogs, Biscuit begins to engage in bouncy play with another dog. 6/5: Biscuit engages in bouncy play.

06/01/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was AVERAGE
06/01/17 13:58 Tries to bite but likely because not visual, allowed exam with proper restraint but growling, tried to bite when eyes examined Scan positive 985112004970846 BAR Buphthalmic, corneal edema and episcleral injection OU, nonvisual OU, clean AU, nndc OP unable to examine thoroughly PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic, no coughing or sneezing ABD snp MSK amb x 4, dorsal muscle wasting, prominent spine Integ slightly flaky, otherwise wnl BCS 4/9 with muscle wasting UG m/i, s/s testes Neuro alert and appropriate, nonvisual OU A:Suspect glaucoma, nonvisual both eyes Weight loss from when was here 2 years ago Geriatric P:Recommend NH placement, needs ophthalmic exam (STT and intraocular pressures) +/- treatment for glaucoma vs. enucleation Needs full blood work since geriatric Fair prognosis

03/16/2015 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating AVERAGE
3/16 Moderate ceruminous debris and erythematous pinnae AU A Otitis externa P Otomax Scan negative Barh Appear to have cataracts OU. Moderate dental staining. Both ear’s are red,inflamed and has a yeast like smell/coloration to them. Cleaned both ear’s and applied Otobiotic tx. Both ear’s appear to be painful upon cleaning. Animal as well did not like to be retrained. Flea comb negative,but Activyl tx was applied(Topical preventative). Geriatric Male intact Nosf

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SAFE 3/17/15
Manhattan Center

MALE, WHITE / BLACK, SHIH TZU MIX, 8 yrs
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition ILLNESS Intake Date 03/11/2015, From NY 10452, DueOut Date 03/14/2015,

Medical Behavior Evaluation No Initial Behavior
Medical Summary No Initial Exam

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JUNE 2017

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