MILLER – 19706
Safe - 5-30-2018 Manhattan
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SAFE 05/30/18
Miller
Hello, my name is Miller. My animal id is #19706. I am a male black dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 01-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- no time for animal.
Miller is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. He will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. There are no behavior concerns for Miller at this time, Average determination.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: It’s 5 o’clock somewhere. But you don’t have to wait for happy hour to turn that frown upside down. 5 year-old Miller will have you feeling giddy, light-headed, and tipsy with joy, and that’s just at the sight of his face. Our little raisinette is utterly irresistible with one smoosh-able gorilla nose, two velvet ears just made for rubbing, and an infinite amount of forehead wrinkles designed to make everyone “ooh” and “ahh.” But the very best part of sweet, petite Miller would have to be, without question, his eyes. Brimming with soul – chock full of life’s little nothings, wonderful somethings, and loves that have come and gone – Miller’s eyes seem almost too big for his body, so much world on such a small frame. But no matter Miller’s past he is all about the present. He is a lover of walks, of snacks, and of talks (well more of a listener, really), and to spend an afternoon with this chocolate firefly is to watch the time fly by. Miller is said previously to have lived with children ages 5 months to 14 years, and is described as playful, tolerant, and gentle when with them. Miller walks nicely on leash, takes his treats gently, and was exceptionally tolerant of being tethered for photos and wearing his warm, winter coat. Miller appears to be housebroken and has been social and tolerant of other dogs while at the shelter. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, but there’s one time of day guaranteed to leave your head feeling tipsy, your heart feeling full, and your home just bursting with love. That’s Miller time. Miller is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 45.2 lbs
2/02/2018
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020019673560 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allowed all handling, friendly and playful Sex: intact male Estimated Age: reported 5y Subjective: seemingly healthy animal with small hot spots Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: moderate staining with tartar Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy animal Plan: DVM intake
3/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam: Estimated age: 5 Microchip noted on Intake? Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : OS Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior – Gentle, allowed for examination Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = – P = 104 R = WNL BCS = 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears bilateral otitis externa, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate calculus on pre-molars and molkars PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male – two descended testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, hair coat dry flaky, soft tissue calluses (non painful) CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: UR Assessment: 3NC due to bilateral otitis externa. More pronounced in left ear Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Cleaned both ears and applied gentizol in both ears. 1) Momentamax SID both ears for 10 days SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of Intake: 2/1/2018
Basic Information:: Miller is a 5 year old male black and white medium mixed breed dog. Miller live with previous owner for 5 years and was surrendered because his previous owner could no longer afford to care for him. Miller has no injuries or health issues and has not been taken to the vet recently.
Previously lived with:: Miller previously lived with one adult and three children.
How is this dog around strangers?: Miller is friendly and outgoing with strangers. Miller will approach strangers and allows them to pet him.
How is this dog around children?: Miller previously lived with three children aged 5 months, 2 years and 14 years old. Miller is described as being playful, tolerant and gentle with all the children.
Date of intake:: 2/1/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 5 years)
Previously lived with:: An adult ans children (ages 5 months, 4, and 12)
Date of assessment:: 2/4/2018
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends (may need coaxing to approach). Dog is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor.
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 gently pulls back his/her paw.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. No interest.
Summary:: Miller was distracted in the assessment room, sniffing around the room. He approached the assessor when coaxed. He remained distracted for much of the assessment, but also displayed social behavior, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behavior.
Summary (1):: 2/2: When introduced off leash to a female dog, Miller continually follows her sniffing. He does not engage in play.
Summary (2):: 2/3: Miller does not engage in play when greeting a female dog. He will continue to follow her sniffing.
Summary (3):: 2/5-6: Miller engages in bouts of play with female dogs.
Summary (4):: 2/7: Miller engages in brief play with both a male and female dog.
Summary (5):: 2/8-2/9: Miller engages in play with male and female dogs.
Date of initial:: 2/2/2018
Summary:: Miller was social, playful, and allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Miller is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Miller remains calm when in his kennel in the shelter environment and social with handlers outside of his kennel. He has been soft and social throughout all his interactions with staff and volunteers. Miller has also shown himself to be highly tolerant of handling, including invasive procedures and restraint.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
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