MOMI – 13072
Safe - 11-22-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 11/22/17
Momi
Hello, my name is Momi. My animal id is #13072. I am a female white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 19-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person health – medical.
Momi is at risk for medical reasons. Momi has a mammary gland tumor and masses on her front legs. We have no concerns regarding Momi’s behavior and she has been assessed as being suitable for most homes.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 13.4 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:8y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, wags tail Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =60 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: ou sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: heavy tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: right caudal chain has one very large and at least on small MGT. intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: mammary gland tumor Prognosis:fair/guarded Plan: needs OHE and tumor removal. recc 3 view chest rads first SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to tumor
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Medical Condition] Your newly adopted pet has been diagnosed with A mammary tumor and the staff veterinarians are issuing a permanent waiver from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment. Your veterinarian will advise you if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Momi was very loose bodied she jumped up to greet me and allowed me to pick her up and place on my lap. She let me collar her and take her picture. When i picked her up to put her in the kennel she stiffed up and squirmed for a bit.
Date of Intake: 11/19/2017
Basic Information:: Momi is a White female small breed dog that is estimated to be 7 years old. Her previous owner found her on the street and kept her for the last 7 years until she became too ill to care for her animals.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 1 Adult Dog
How is this dog around strangers?: Momi is friendly with strangers and will run on to greet them she likes to jump up for attention from strangers.
How is this dog around children?: Momi was not around other children in her previous home but she was very friendly with children during walks.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Momi lived with another dog in her previous home and they were always together and would play all day. They would sleep together and shared a crate.
How is this dog around cats?: Momi was not around other cats in her previous home. She did lunge and bark at cats that she would see during walks.
Resource guarding:: Momi is not bothered by people going near her food or toys. She did barks and chase away the other dog from her food and got fed across the room from each other.
Bite history:: Momi has no history of having bitten another person or animal
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: High Energy, Playful, Excitable
Other Notes:: Momi tends to bark at the door when she hears knocking. She enjoys baths, being picked up, and brushed. She is not bothered by people going near her food or toys, having her nails trimmed, or by strangers approaching her.
For a New Family to Know: Momi is a very excitable dog that enjoys playing fetch and playing with squeaky stuffed toys. She is used to being indoors and eats dry food, She is very house trained and is also Wee-wee pad trained. When she is left at home she will bark for a while until she calms down. She is crate trained but was usually only inside for a few minutes at a time. She understands the cues for Sit, Stay, Come, and Go
Date of intake:: 11/19/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 7 years)
Previously lived with:: Adults and a dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly
Behavior toward children:: Friendly
Behavior toward dogs:: Friendly and playful
Behavior toward cats:: Lunged and barked at cats she saw on walks
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Momi is described as playful and excitable with a high level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 11/21/2017
Look:: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds.
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:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His/her body is between you and the toy, and is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness.
Summary:: Momi approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. She was social throughout the assessment, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary (1):: 11/20: When introduced off leash to dogs, Momi offers polite, brief greetings.
Summary (2):: 11/21: Momi is polite and soft when greeting dogs.
Date of intake:: 11/19/2017
Summary:: Momi had a loose body and allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 11/20/2017
Summary:: Momi was calm and allowed handling,
ENERGY LEVEL:: Momi’s previous owner described her as having a high level of activity. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
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