MONK – A1115709

Manhattan Center

My name is MONK. My Animal ID # is A1115709.
I am a neutered male silver and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 06/18/2017 from NY 10458, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

06/27/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Monk A1115709 is at risk due to CIRDC diagnosis.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/26/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 63.8 LBS.

06/26/17 14:50 S/O: good appetite and energy reported coughing, not noted on exam sneezing mild serous nasal dc for past 2 days A: cirdc P: move to iso 300mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

06/18/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
06/18/17 10:38 During intake Monk was very friendly with a loose wiggly body and a low fast wagging tail. He allowed the counselor to collar him and handle him all over. He was very enthusiastic and loving.

06/26/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Gorgeous in his elegant coat the color of the finest pewter, Monk is quiet in his kennel, standing as soon as I approach. Easy to leash, we’re out the door quickly so he can go potty, and then we’re off to the park. Monk is easy on the leash, pulling slightly from time to time, but so easy to manage. We (really, he) gets tons of compliments as we walk, as he’s so nicely behaved and so stunning. He’s a head turner for sure!! Up on the bench to sit with me, he hugs and kisses enthusiastically, poses for some photos with a perfect sit, smiling his gorgeous smile showing off perfectly white teeth. When its time for a water break, Monk stands with his feet on the edge of the fountain lapping up water from the spout as I fill a bowl for him. Back at the building, we stand outside to talk to staff for a while, Monk leaning against me as I pet him. He’s all about his person, and I’m all about him. You will be too, so ask to meet Monk when you visit. A staff member writes: Normally, a puppy’s grey-blue eye color will change as they age. Not for this dog-version of Chris Hemsworth. He’s got those hypnotizing grey eyes that pierced my heart when I least expected it. The gaze in his eyes gave me the perfect image of what he looked like as a younger puppy. I’m not psychic, but I think that at one point in his life someone loved him from the moment they laid eyes on him. He’s a heartthrob sure to steal someone’s heart, but never to break it into a million pieces. I’m starting to sound repetitive, simply because I have no other way of putting. Come meet Monk “Hemsworth” today to understand this feeling he gives me.

06/21/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 6/18/17 Unaltered Male, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 6/21/17 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted. His ears are back, his tail is down, and he has a relaxed body posture. Dog 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. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft, bit distracted. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Monk displayed no concerning behaviors on his assessment. PLAYGROUP: Monk displayed concerning behavior when greeting the helper dog, and was muzzled for off leash introduction.  Monk displayed concerning behavior during the interaction, growling and lunging at the helper dog.  The behavior department recommends a single dog residence for Monk based on these observations. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Upon intake, Monk had a loose body and allowed handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 6/18/17 During his initial medical exam, Monk was social and tolerant. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Monk so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he 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. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_Single-pet home _X_Recommend no dog parks Potential challenges: _X_On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center Monk has been observed to react to other dogs on leash, lunging towards them, barking and growling. Monk may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach her to look at you rather than other dogs and novel stimuli that may startle her. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.

06/19/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Monk displayed concerning behavior when greeting the helper dog, and was muzzled for off leash introduction.  Monk displayed concerning behavior during the interaction, growling and lunging at the helper dog.  The behavior department recommends a single dog residence for Monk based on these observations. 6/19: Monk is walked up to greet the male helper dog through a barrier. He stiffens, growls, and lunges toward the barrier. Monk is muzzled before the interaction is continued off leash. Monk is tense, and T’s the shoulders of the helper dog while maintaining hard eye contact. When the helper dog attempts to move away, Monk growls, and lunges toward the helper dog while growling.

06/18/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1-2 years Microchip noted on Intake? History : Abandoned in building, brought in by NYPD Subjective: BAR, H Observed Behavior – Very sweet, friendly, tolerated exam. Very affraid and intolerant of vaccines and blood draw Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective T = not takn P = 120 R = pant BCS 5-/ EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 desc testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: NP Assessment 1-2 year old MI PitX 1. Healthy Plan -Vaccinated, activyl, and pyrantel -MC and HWT at time of neuter as intolerant of needles Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery

06/26/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
06/26/17 14:50 S/O: good appetite and energy reported coughing, not noted on exam sneezing mild serous nasal dc for past 2 days A: cirdc P: move to iso 300mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

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