MISSY – A1098205

Manhattan Center

My name is MISSY. My Animal ID # is A1098205.
I am a spayed female br brindle and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 4 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 11/29/2016 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was TOO HYPER.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
12/04/2016 Exam Type BEHAVIORPART2 – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is EXPNOCHILD, Weight 44.0 LBS.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience _X_No children (under 13)(See known history) Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Missy has been observed to display fearful behavior during her stay at our care centers; at times will avoid interaction and shy away from direct-touch. Missy easily startles and is made uncomfortable by loud noises and sudden movement and will display proper warning signals as well as increase distance from anything that may present a threat. We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed as a result of her environment. A period of decompression is advised before introduction or exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training is advised.) _X_Resource guarding (Missy may require positive reinforcement behavior modification to address this food guarding behavior. In addition to food behavior modification protocol we recommend teaching Missy “Drop It” and trade-up games.)

11/29/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/29/16 11:36 Basic Information Missy is a 4 year old spayed American Pitt Bull Terrier. Owner is surrendering her due to her aggression towards anyone unfamiliar. She was a gift form a family member 4 years ago. Owner stated is in overall good health and last saw a vet back in 2014 for her spay. Socialization Owner stated she is aggressive towards strangers and will growl, bark, and may even bite if she gets close enough. She lived with kids’ ages 3, 7, 8, 9, and 11. She growls and barks at the kids if they get too close or if the kids touch her toys. She plays in an exuberant manner with adults. She does play with kids. She has never lived or spent time with other dogs, cats, or any other kind of animal. She has bitten a child back in 03/13/2015 that broke skin. This bite was reported to the Department of Health. She has never bit another animal. Behavior Owner stated she goes potty indoors, she destroys stuff indoors, and she is aggressive towards people. She is nervous during thunder storms. Owner stated she will guard food, treats of any kind, and toys. She will bark, growl, and attempt to bite if foo is touched or if a treat or toy is taken away. She is not bothered if held/restrained or if disturbed while sleeping. She does not like bath time or being brushed; she will growl and bark when these actions take place. Owner has never trimmed her nails. She will bark if someone knocks on the door and will growl and bark if someone unfamiliar approaches her owner. For a New Family to know Missy is described as pushy and anxious with a very high activity level. She will follow her owner around when home. She plays with any kind of toys but owner stated she does not play games. She was kept mostly indoors and slept anywhere. She was fed Pedigree dry dog food. Owner gave her one large bowl two times a day. She is not house-trained and will go potty indoors on a daily basis. If left home alone she will destroy household items and furniture. She has never been left in a yard and does not do well in a crate. She knows commands sit and give paw with a treat. For exercise owner took her on off the leash runs in an empty park. She pulls very hard on a leash and it’s never walked off the leash. Behavior during Intake Missy tolerated handling from me. She sat on command for her photo and jumped on me and kissed my hand. She started barking, growling, and lunging to bite when other co-workers entered the admissions office.

12/02/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Missy is dog who comes politely to the front of her kennel, takes a treat and even licks your hand through the door. We were told that Missy excitedly jumped on the admission counselor the day of her arrival at the care center and kissed her hand. Missy accepts easily my leash, and off we exit the building under a very unpleasant downpour of rain. She pulls, going nowhere, and relieves herself (she might not be house trained as per her former family) quickly. We hide under a roof. Missy’s coat will be toweled off before going back to her den. I do not know if Spanish is Missy’s preferred language, but after many tries in English, “Sienta te” did the trick. Some dogs love to be rubbed with a towel. Missy is not a fan of it, but complies, wondering what on earth I am doing to her. Back in the care center, I tether her loosely for pictures, outfit her with a scarf and snap many shots of her, none of them able to capture her eyes looking at me or the camera. Missy is still lost in a place that is not hers. As I help her back to her kennel, Missy does not object, takes another treat gently from my hand, and lays on her bed. Missy is at the Manhattan Care Center, dreaming to belong again.

12/04/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Altered, Owner Surrender Previously lived with: Adults, children ages three-eleven Behavior toward children: Will bark and growl at them if they get near her or her toys, she has bitten a child and broken skin Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: Guards food, treats, and toys- she will bark, growl, and snap if these things are taken from her Bite history: Missy has bitten a child and broken skin Housetrained: No Energy level/descriptors: pushy and anxious with a very high activity level Other notes: Upon intake Missy was growling, lunging, and barking at new people entering the room. She allowed handling from the counselor SAFER ASSESSMENT: 12/4/16 Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is closed. Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, and approaches the Assessor at the end of the game. She is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff. Flank squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, begins to purse lips and becomes stiff Flank squeeze 1: 3. Dog head flips while moving hip away. Toy: 4. Dog freezes. Summary: Missy appeared uncomfortable with touch at times during the assessment. She becomes stiff when her paw is reached for and when flank squeeze is attempted. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Selective: These dogs can succeed with certain other dogs, but may be more selective or picky. They may dislike certain ‘types’ of dogs or styles of dog play so they may require extra supervision when interacting with other dogs. PLAYGROUP: Missy has displayed interest in play when solicited respectfully by male dogs. Missy has displayed some concerning behaviors when greeting female dogs and remains tense while interacting with them. Based on observation made on Missy while in our care, the behavior department feels that Missy have slow introductions to respectful male resident dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/30/16 During her initial medical exam Missy was very nervous and resisted handling.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience _X_No children (under 13)(See known history) Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Missy has been observed to display fearful behavior during her stay at our care centers; at times will avoid interaction and shy away from direct-touch. Missy easily startles and is made uncomfortable by loud noises and sudden movement and will display proper warning signals as well as increase distance from anything that may present a threat. We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed as a result of her environment. A period of decompression is advised before introduction or exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training is advised.) _X_Resource guarding (Missy may require positive reinforcement behavior modification to address this food guarding behavior. In addition to food behavior modification protocol we recommend teaching Missy “Drop It” and trade-up games.)

11/30/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Missy has displayed interest in play when solicited respectfully by male dogs. Missy has displayed some concerning behaviors when greeting female dogs and remains tense while interacting with them. Based on observation made on Missy while in our care, the behavior department feels that Missy have slow introductions to respectful male resident dogs. 11/30: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Missy is intially hesitant and turns away from approach. When Missy is given time to acclimate in the yard, she shows more interest in readily approach, and appears interested when solicited with play. 12/1: Missy begins to show interest in play. Missy becomes easily over-aroused during chase play, and becomes tense and begins to vocalize. 12/3: Missy engages in some running play but is tense throughout the interaction. She is assertive with a female and will vocalize/T her shoulder while the other dog attempts to engage others in play. Missy offers correction for mounting. 12/5-9: Missy engages in bouts of running play with male dogs. She will offer correction if play becomes too exuberant. 12/10: Missy continues to display these sorts of behaviors.

11/30/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
BARH scan pos#985112003236667 mild tartar clean EEN clean coat female spayed very nervous, tense, resisted handling NOSF

 

 

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