SMOKIE aka MORRIS – A0569253 (Alternate ID# A1062648)

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Manhattan Center

My name is SMOKIE. My Animal ID # is A0569253.
I am a neutered male black pit bull. The shelter thinks I am about 12 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 01/10/2016 from NY 10463, owner surrender reason stated was ABANDON.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
01/12/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 48.0 LBS.

01/12/16 15:19 S/O: BAR, moderate dental disease, 3/6 left sided heart murmur lungs clear bilaterally, “bunny hops” and occasionally limps on both hind legs especially when walking quickly – medial stifles are firm and buldge medially (suspect medial patellar luxation) bilaterally. clear ears, no CIRDC signs A: geriatric heart murmur medial patellar luxation bilaterally P: recommend new hope placement needs xrays of hind legs and/or surgical consult seems comfortable, not starting pain medication —————————————– scan positive#455e7e6837 BAR geriatric cloudy eyes mod dental tartar cropped ears mild dehydration, slightly underweight good appetite neutered NOSF

01/10/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
Walks on leash and understands commands

01/21/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Gently resting in his kennel, Smokie carefully stands as I unlatch his door, allows me to leash him and takes his time stepping out. His eyes are cloudy with age and have probably thrown off some depth perception so stepping down required some thought. He did great going up and down the stairs to the back yard though- I’m so proud of him! We first head out front where his major priority is going potty which he did mightily; he’s been holding it for some time! He walks fabulously on leash, his back legs are a bit stiff perhaps from some arthritis but the longer we walked the more limber he became. Posing for some photos in the park, Smokey makes soft eye contact, takes a treat with gusto and we head back. He’s so gorgeous, with his salt and pepper face, deep rich brown coat and although he’s too thin now it’s easy to see how regal and majestic he was as a younger boy. And trust me, he’s no slouch now! In the yard he comes when called, tried to sit for me when I asked but his back limbs are too stiff for that, and he gave a deep throated sexy bark as other dogs passed our pen. He greets all size dogs the same, a wagging tail, and some barking. Smokey lay his head in my lap for petting, and gave me some kisses while he gently wagged his tail. He’s my new boyfriend but my love interest can only be temporary while yours can be forever. He’s looking for a new person or family to love, a soft bed, easy walks and a gentle happily ever after. Can we make that happen for this special boy? I hope so.

01/13/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Morris walks calmly on leash. He was sociable toward the handler during the assessment – soft body. He was calm and relaxed during handling. Morris had a low body position during the tag test, but followed the assessor at the end of the leash. He was not interested in toys. Morris did not show any concern during the behavior assessment. The behavior department feels that he can go to an Average home. 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, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body low and a bit fearful. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. No interest. Playgroup Notes: When off leash with other dogs, Morris offers brief greeting. He mostly displays sexuall ymotivated behavior and postures to mount the female helper.

01/12/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs, Smokie offers brief greeting. He mostly displays sexually motivated behavior and postures to mount the female helper.

01/11/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
scan positive#455e7e6837 BAR geriatric cloudy eyes mod dental tartar cropped ears mild dehydration, slightly underweight good appetite neutered NOSF

01/12/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
01/12/16 15:19 S/O: BAR, moderate dental disease, 3/6 left sided heart murmur lungs clear bilaterally, “bunny hops” and occasionally limps on both hind legs especially when walking quickly – medial stifles are firm and buldge medially (suspect medial patellar luxation) bilaterally. clear ears, no CIRDC signs A: geriatric heart murmur medial patellar luxation bilaterally P: recommend new hope placement needs xrays of hind legs and/or surgical consult seems comfortable, not starting pain medication —————————————– scan positive#455e7e6837 BAR geriatric cloudy eyes mod dental tartar cropped ears mild dehydration, slightly underweight good appetite neutered NOSF

 

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For more information on adopting from the NYC AC&C, or to find a rescue to assist, please read the following: http://urgentpodr.org/adoption-info-and-list-of-rescues.

If you are local to the Tri-State, New England, and the general Northeast United States area, and you are SERIOUS about adopting or fostering one of the animals at NYC ACC, please read our MUST READ section for instructions, or email [email protected]. Our experienced volunteers will do their best to guide you through the process.

* We highly discourage everyone from trusting strangers that send them Facebook messages, offering help, for it has ended in truly tragic events.*

For more info on behavior codes and ratings, please click here: http://information.urgentpodr.org/acc-placement-status-descriptions.

For answers to Frequently Asked Questions, please see: http://information.urgentpodr.org/category/frequently-asked-questions/.

You can call (212) 788-4000 for automated instructions.

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