MILK – A1121686

MILK – A1121686

**Needs follow up vet care for Bladder Stones**SAFER : EXPERIENCED HOME**

NEUTERED MALE, WHITE / BROWN, SHIH TZU MIX, 9 yrs
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 08/12/2017, From NY 11236, DueOut Date 08/15/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation YELLOW
Medical Summary DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8-10 years old Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : stray Subjective: BARH; urinated hematuria during PE Observed Behavior – Good for all medical handling except bordetella where he snarled a little. Otherwise very friendly.  Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Mild mucoid d/c ou, lenticular sclerosis ou, no nasal d/c, clean ears au Oral Exam: moderate dental tartar, prognathism PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, unkempt haircoat, 2 small pedunculated masses (appear like fibromas) around tail base); ~2cmx4cm open wound on tail with healthy granulation bed and no d/c CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Hematuria Lenticular sclerosis Wound on tail Several masses around tail head Plan: Sedate tomorrow with dexdomitor 10mcg/kg IV + butorphanol 0.2mg/kg IV + antisedan reversal for: 2 view AXR CBC Chemistry UA Shave wound on tail and scrub E-collar tonight Depending on results tomorrow consider abx and pain meds Prognosis: good SURGERY: neutered
Weight 14.8

BEHAVIOR:

KNOWN HISTORY: None

Neutered male, stray

Previously lived with: Unknown

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. He 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. Dog’s mouth is closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft.

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

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

Toy 1: No interest.

Summary: Milk was a bit shy, and fearful, but tolerant of all handling with a slow approach.

PLAYGROUP:

Milk came into the Care Center as a stray so his previous behavior around other dogs is unknown. When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Milk wanders in a group of small male and female dogs. He is tolerant of their face to face greetings.

INTAKE BEHAVIOR

At intake Milk was fearful, with his tail tucked. He became comfortable after a few moments with the counselor.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:

During the initial examination, Milk was a bit nervous, but tolerated handling.

ENERGY LEVEL:

We have no history on Milk so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. Milk displayed low energy and movement throughout assessment. Milk will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.

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

Potential challenges:

_X_Fearful-Though observed to be human-social, Milk may need time to warm up to the handler as he initially presents as a fearful dog, avoiding contact, shying away from direct touch. We recommend allowing Milk to interact at his own pace, force-free, rewarding based training is advised when introducing him to new/unfamiliar situations.

 

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