MIA – 9262

MIA – 9262

**DOH HOLD, SAFER: NEW HOPE ONLY**

3Y Tan F Small Dog 6 lbs.;  Owner Surrender: 10/9/17; DOH-B hold

Vet Notes: 4:14 PM; DVM Intake Exam
; Estimated age: Reported to be 3 years – exam is consistent with a pet 3-7 years old; Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg on intake; History : Owner surrender – DOH-B hold; Subjective: Timid, tense body, trembling, squirms away from exam (leans into handler) but no signs of aggression; Objective ; BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 4.5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted; Oral Exam: Mild tartar; PLN: No enlargements noted; H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic; ABD: Slightly tense, no masses palpated; U/G: Female, developed vulva – presumed intact. 3-4 cm dia soft irregular subcutaneous mass associated with left 5th mammary gland.; MSI: Ventral abdomen – hyperpigmentation and mild alopecia. Small alopecic patch on dorsal thorax – skin is hyperpigmented but there are no lesions. Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites.; CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities; Rectal: Normal externally; Assessment:1. Mammary mass – could be benign or malignant. 50% of canine mammary masses are benign. 2. Dental disease 3. Alopecia and hyperpigmentation – R/O healing infections vs. chronic irritation (allergies) vs. other; Prognosis: Fair-good; Plan: 1. Recommend FNA of mammary mass with sample sent to pathologist for examination – ASAP! Will likely follow with excisional biopsy but the FNA will be very valuable first.  2. Recommend monitoring skin – if the dermatitis does not resolve, or if it gets worse, consider treatment for presumptive allergies; SURGERY:  Temporary waiver due to mammary tumor.

PROFILE:

Basic Information:

Mia is a 3 year old female small breed dog. She has been with the client for 6 months and client is unaware of any health issues.

Previously lived with:  Mia previously lived with two adults, one child, and one dog.

How is this dog around strangers?  Mia is fearful around strangers and will stay in her bed. Mia will not approach or greet strangers.

How is this dog around children?  Mia has only interacted with client’s 12 year old daughter and did not like to be hovered over or touched.

How is this dog around other dogs?  Mia lived with a large breed dog but did not interact with him. When approached by the other dog, Mia would growl and bite.

How is this dog around cats?  Mia has never been around cats and client believes she will not interact with them.
Bite history:

Mia has bitten within the last 10 days. The bite did draw blood.

Housetrained:  Yes

Energy level/descriptors:  Mia has a low activity level.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?  No
Medical Notes;  Mia was underweight when client initially got her but has gained 2 pounds in the 6 months he has had her.

For a New Family to Know

Mia is a shy and fearful dog with a low activity level. Mia is mostly an indoor dog who likes to be carried and lay on the couch. Mia eats both dry and wet food which was given to her twice a day. Mia is house trained and does not have accidents at home. She enjoys slow walks on the leash and will not pull.

Behavior Notes:

Upon intake, Mia allowed all handling. She enjoyed being held and would hide her face in handlers arm. She would tremble occasionally but did allow to be collared and picture to be taken.

BEHAVIOR:
Animal Behavior Saved At: 11-Oct-2017 15:41:38.000

Breed: Chihuahua
Gender: Female
Spayed / Neutered: No

Behavior Assessment Date:  10/10/2017

Date of intake:  9-Oct-2017

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):  Owner Surrender (In home for 6 months
Previously lived with:  Adults, a child (age 12), and a dog
Behavior toward strangers;  Fearful
Behavior toward children:  Did not want to be handled by the child she lived with
Behavior toward dogs:  Would growl at and bite the large dog she lived with if he approached her
Behavior toward cats:  Unknown
Resource guarding:  Unknown
Bite history:  Yes, Mia has bitten her owner and other family members. Mia bit her owner when she put a food bowl down near her, Mia jumped off the bed and bit her hand, leaving red marks. Mia has bitten other family members while on her bed after family members tried to pet her or greet her. The most recent bite was on October 9th when the child in the home went to pet Mia on the bed and Mia bit her face, leaving red marks but no broken skin.

Housetrained:  Yes

Energy level/descriptors:  Mia is described as shy and fearful with a low activity level.

Date of assessment:  10-Oct-2017

Look:

2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:

2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, tail is between legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick.

Tag:

2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Dog is likely crouching, may have a long lip or lip lick.

Paw squeeze 1:

1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.

Paw squeeze 2:

1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.

Toy:  1. No interest.

Summary:  Mia approached the assessor in the assessment room with a tense, trembling body. She allowed all handling but remained tense and trembling throughout.

Summary (1):  10/11: When introduced off leash to dogs, Mia is fearful and keeps to herself.

Date of intake: 9-Oct-2017
Summary:  Upon intake, Mia allowed all handling.

IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:  Mia’s previous owner described her as having a low level of activity.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:  NEW HOPE ONLY
Behavior Asilomar

TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:  No children (under 13)  Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:

No children: Due to Mia’s multiple bite history, we recommend an adult only home.
Place with a New Hope partner: Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Mia be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Mia to acclimate comfortably to her new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Mia to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Mia presents with outside of the care centers.
Potential challenges:

Fearful/potential for defensive aggression

Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression
Potential challenges comments:

Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Mia appears fearful at the care center and has bitten in her previous home. It is important to always go slow and give Mia the option to walk away from any social interaction. Mia should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Mia’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Mia would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings.
Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression: Mia has bitten multiple times in her previous home. Mia needs careful behavior modification and management to prevent future bites. We recommend only force-free, reward-based training methods for Mia as more aversive techniques are likely to increase fear and increase the risk of aggression.

 

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