MR BLACK – A1106917

Manhattan Center

My name is MR BLACK. My Animal ID # is A1106917.
I am a neutered male black and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 5 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 03/23/2017 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was BITEANIMAL.

04/03/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1106917 Mr Black is At Risk for New Hope Only behavior

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
04/01/2017 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 55.0 LBS.

04/01/17 14:26 S/O: recheck skin, on antibiotics and benadryl for pyoderma secondary to suspected allergies- exam limited to skin BAR, energetic, muzzle on M/S: amb x4 SKIN: a couple of epidermal collarettes in groin area, mild erythema of ventral thorax and abdomen A: pyoderma- improved! P: con’t with medications, recheck scheduled for 4/7/17 3/23/17 History DOH-B. Seasonal allergies – dermatitis starts in spring and goes through the summer. Gets a lot of Benadryl plus another medication but owner does not remember the name. Subjective Muzzled for exam due to bite history. Slightly tense body, but stands quietly for exam and doesn’t move much. Objective BCS 6/9 EENT: Mild erythema of periocular skin OU. Ear pinnae AU – mild epithelial hyperplasia, thickening. No discharge AU. No nasal discharge noted. Oral Exam: Not performed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Soft, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male neutered MSI: Thin fur coat on ventral abdomen with erythematous skin and multiple epidermal collarettes on ventral thorax, abdomen, inguinal region, medial and caudal thighs, and tail. Ambulatory x 4. No masses noted. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment 1. Seasonal allergies causing pyoderma on ventrum, hind legs, tail, and face 2. Slightly overweight Plan: 1. Benadryl 50 mg PO BID x21 days 2. Cephalexin 500 mg PO x21 days 3. Monitor skin, consider extending medications as needed 4. Recommend weight loss of 5 lbs 1088

03/23/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
03/23/17 20:18 Basic information Mr. Black is a 5 year old black and white american pitbull terrier. he was given to owner as a gift from a family member. He has been with the owner since a puppy. Mr. Black has a skin allegy which caused scabbing and hair loss on his body. The last time he went to the vet was 2 years ago. socialization Around strangers, he likes to smell first and will rarely seek attention. He lived wihth a 2 year old child and usually tolerant with the child but when in his crate and the child had something he would bark to try toget it. He doesnt play with the child. he plays very rough with the adults in the home. He lived with a 3 month old puppy but does not do well with the puppy. He has never been around a cat so behavior is unknown. There is a bite history with a person one year ago when he got startled by the person. There is a bite history with another animal in the last 10 days. behavior Owner stated that when he is alone he gets anxious and starts barking too much. He is nervous with loud noises and storms. He isnt bothered with touching of food bowl, taking a toy out his mouth, holding or restraining him he is friendly when given a bath and it is unknown how his behavior is with brushing of coat, and trimming of nails. He isnt bothered with unfamilair approaches to house or family member. for the new family to know Owner described him as friendly, shy, and mellow with a high activity level. He likes to go swimming as a favorite activity. He likes playing with balls and squeaky toys while playing tug. He wound sleep on a bed in his crate and ate dry food pedigree with raw hinds being his favorite treats. he is very house trained and never had accidents, he goes on grass or cement. When left alone in the house he will bark for a bit then is wel behaved. He is crate trained and does well in it. He knwos sit, his name, and quiet. He doesnt pull on leash and owner has never had him off leash behavior upon intake Mr. Black was receptive to some handling but due to bite history counselor did not do much interaction with dog

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04/02/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Mr Black A1106917 KNOWN HISTORY: 3/23/17 Neutered, Owner Surrender (In previous home for five years) Previously lived with: Adults, a child (age two), and a puppy Behavior toward strangers: Aloof Behavior toward children: Tolerant, but will bark at the child if the child has something he wants. Behavior toward dogs: Did not do well with the puppy he lived with Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: Yes, he bit a person a year ago and a puppy recently. The bite to the person occurred when a friend bumped into him, he bit and broke skin leaving one puncture. The bite to the puppy occurred when the puppy was placed in the crate with Mr Black. He grabbed the puppy and shook her, leaving two punctures. Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Mr Black is described as friendly, shy, and mellow with a high activity level. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 4/2/17 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. His body posture is tense, his tail is low and not moving, he is panting. He 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 is panting. 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: 5. Dog bites hand. Summary: Mr Black was very anxious throughout his assessment, panting and seeking the exit. He became immediately and intensely focused on the toy when it was shown to him bit the hand when in possession of the toy. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: Summary MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 3/23/17 During his initial medical exam, Mr Black was tense but allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: Mr Black’s previous owner described him as having a high level of energy. He is a young, enthusiastic 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: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13): Due to Mr Black’s bite history, as well as his potential for resource guarding, we recommend a home without children. _X_Place with a New Hope partner: Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, as well as the degree of resource guarding seen on his assessment, the behavior department recommends Mr Black be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Mr Black to acclimate comfortably to her new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Mr Black to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Mr Black presents with outside of the care centers. Potential challenges: _X_Resource guarding: Mr Black was intensely focused on the toy on his assessment and bit the hand when it touched it. For this reason we advise against ever removing items from Mr Black’s possession without safely trading for an item or greater or equal value. Guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended to aid in safely managing/modifying this behavior in a new home environment. _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Mr Black is appears to be a fearful and anxious dog. It is important to always go slow and give Mr Black the option to walk away from any social interaction. Mr Black should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Mr Black’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Mr Black would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. _X_Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression: Mr Black has a multiple-bite history, this is an established behavior that he offers when he feels threatened. Mr Black needs careful behavior modification and management to prevent future bites. We recommend only force-free, reward-based training methods for Mr Black as more aversive techniques are likely to increase fear and increase the risk of aggression. _X_Anxiety

GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
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03/23/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
History DOH-B. Seasonal allergies – dermatitis starts in spring and goes through the summer. Gets a lot of Benadryl plus another medication but owner does not remember the name. Subjective Muzzled for exam due to bite history. Slightly tense body, but stands quietly for exam and doesn’t move much. Objective BCS 6/9 EENT: Mild erythema of periocular skin OU. Ear pinnae AU – mild epithelial hyperplasia, thickening. No discharge AU. No nasal discharge noted. Oral Exam: Not performed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Soft, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male neutered MSI: Thin fur coat on ventral abdomen with erythematous skin and multiple epidermal collarettes on ventral thorax, abdomen, inguinal region, medial and caudal thighs, and tail. Ambulatory x 4. No masses noted. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment 1. Seasonal allergies causing pyoderma on ventrum, hind legs, tail, and face 2. Slightly overweight Plan: 1. Benadryl 50 mg PO BID x21 days 2. Cephalexin 500 mg PO x21 days 3. Monitor skin, consider extending medications as needed 4. Recommend weight loss of 5 lbs 1088

04/01/2017 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
04/01/17 14:26 S/O: recheck skin, on antibiotics and benadryl for pyoderma secondary to suspected allergies- exam limited to skin BAR, energetic, muzzle on M/S: amb x4 SKIN: a couple of epidermal collarettes in groin area, mild erythema of ventral thorax and abdomen A: pyoderma- improved! P: con’t with medications, recheck scheduled for 4/7/17 3/23/17 History DOH-B. Seasonal allergies – dermatitis starts in spring and goes through the summer. Gets a lot of Benadryl plus another medication but owner does not remember the name. Subjective Muzzled for exam due to bite history. Slightly tense body, but stands quietly for exam and doesn’t move much. Objective BCS 6/9 EENT: Mild erythema of periocular skin OU. Ear pinnae AU – mild epithelial hyperplasia, thickening. No discharge AU. No nasal discharge noted. Oral Exam: Not performed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Soft, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male neutered MSI: Thin fur coat on ventral abdomen with erythematous skin and multiple epidermal collarettes on ventral thorax, abdomen, inguinal region, medial and caudal thighs, and tail. Ambulatory x 4. No masses noted. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment 1. Seasonal allergies causing pyoderma on ventrum, hind legs, tail, and face 2. Slightly overweight Plan: 1. Benadryl 50 mg PO BID x21 days 2. Cephalexin 500 mg PO x21 days 3. Monitor skin, consider extending medications as needed 4. Recommend weight loss of 5 lbs 1088

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