MUFASA – A1113933

Brooklyn Center

My name is MUFASA. My Animal ID # is A1113933.
I am a male brown and white great dane and border collie mix. The shelter thinks I am about 10 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 06/01/2017 from NY 11378, owner surrender reason stated was MOVE2PRIVA.

06/06/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Mufasa A1113933 is at risk for a New Hope Only behavior determination. He has tolerated limited human interaction in the care center and also appears uncomfortable around other dogs. We were unable to conduct a handling assessment.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/04/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 72.0 LBS.

06/04/17 Noted on symtoms log to have blood in kennel on 6/3. S/O: BAR. No spots of blood evident in kennel or on bedding. EENT: No nasal discharge, sneezing, or epistaxis. H/L: No coughing. INTEG: 1 cm moist abrasion dorsum of nose, no active bleeding. A: Rub sore on nose – suspect this may have been the source of blood in his cage. P: No treatment indicated. Monitor while at BACC. Good prognosis.

06/01/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
06/01/17 21:51 Basic information Mufasa is a 10 year old male Mixed Breed with no known medical conditions. Owner has had Mufasa for 10 years and is surrendering because of a residential move. Socilization Mufasa has lived with children ages8,10 and 11 and is very relaxed and playful with them. Mufasa allows the children to grab him and try to ride him. Mufasa plays gently with adults but does like to jump up or try to get on your lap. Mufasa has not lived with cats and behavior is not known for interacting with them. Mufasa has lived with other dogs and is generally relaxed and playful with them. Mufasa plays gently with dogs. Mufasa did not get along with one male dog in the home and would growl and try to bit him. Around strangers Mufasa is friendly and outgoing. Mufasa has never bitten a person but has bitten a dog 2 years ago (did not break skin). Behavior Durign thunderstorms Mufasa is scared and will hide. Mufasa isnt bothered when having his food bowl touched or having toys and treats taken away. Mufasa isnt bothered when being held and restrained or being pushed off furniture. Mufasa enjoys being brushed. When its bath time Mufasa is initially afraid of the water but once he’s in it he enjoys it. Mufasa has not had his nails trimmed by previous owner. When someone unfamiliar approaches the house Mufasa will bark and when they come in greet them by smelling them. For the new family to know Mufasa was described as freidnly and confident with a medium activity level. When home with Mufasa he will follow you around seeking attention. Mufasa enjoys playing with Nyla bones. Mufasais house trained and goes outside 3 times a day. Mufasa is use to going to the bathroom on dirt or synthetic grass. Mufasa pulls hard on the leash when outside and when off the leash he will stay close by your side. Mufasa is well behaved when left in the house and yard alone. Mufasa has not been crate trained. Mufasa knows the commands sit and stay but won’t always do them for you. Mufasa eats Purina or Dog Chow dry food twice a day. When its time for bed Mufasa sleeps on the floor in the dining room. Behavior during intkae During Mufasa was a little anxious. Mufasa come up to the counselor with a wagging tail. When trying to scan him Mufasa raised his lip a little and would turn his head but allowed to be scanned. Mufasa did growl at another employ while in lobby.

WEB MEMO
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06/06/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
CANINE BEHAVIOR EVALUATION for Mufasa A1113933 KNOWN HISTORY: 06/01/17 Intact male, owner surrender Previously lived with: Adults, children (age 8, 10, 11) Behavior toward strangers: Unknown Behavior toward children: Tolerant Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed, playful though did not get along with one male resident dog and would growl and snap at him. Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: Bite history: Mufasa has bitten a dog though no broken skin reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly and confident with a medium activity level Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 06/06/17 Summary: Due to the avoidance and distance increasing behaviors observed in-shelter, Mufasa is not an appropriate candidate for an assessment at this time. Please use his known history as guideline for more information on Mufasa in a home environment. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Mufasa is nervous when in the pen and displays appropriate warnings -lip curling- when other dogs approach him, indicating that he does not wish to interact. According to Mufasa’s previous guardian, Mufasa got along with the other dogs in his house but one male dog. Mufasa did not like this one dog and would growl and try to bite him. Mufasa did bite the male dog once 2 years ago but did not break skin. Due to the proximity sensitive behavior Mufasa has displays while at the Care Center, the Behavior Department recommends that he be the only resident dog. INTAKE BEHAVIOR 06/01/17 During intake Mufasa appeared anxious though would approach admissions counselor, though when attempting to scan he raised his lip. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 06/02/17 During his initial medical examination, Mufasa tolerated handling. ENERGY LEVEL: Mufasa has displayed a low energy level though this is likely due to fearful behavior that has come as a result of his environment. His previous owner reports a medium activity level in the previous home environment.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13) _X_Single-dog home/ no dog parks: Due to the proximity sensitive behavior Mufasa has displays while at the Care Center, the Behavior Department recommends that he be the only resident dog. _X_Place with a New Hope partner: While Mufasa’s previous owner describes an affectionate, playful dog, he is not thriving in the shelter environment and has had a hard time with handling in the care center. He has generally given clear and protracted warnings and has not escalated to threatening behavior, but we are concerned that extra pressure may elicit higher level warnings. We feel that placement with a New Hope partner who can provide any necessary behavior modification guidance in a stable home environment will best set Mufasa up for success in a future adoptive home. Potential challenges: _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Mufasa has been noted to become uncomfortable with handling at times, especially when a person is reaching over him. It is important to always go slow and give dog the option to walk away from any social interaction. Mufasa should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Mufasa’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Mufasa may do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Mufasa has displayed fearful behavior in shelter, he displays no social behavior towards handlers and attempts to increase distance and avoid contact. Because he is so uncomfortable, Mufasa only tolerates minimal forms of direct touch.

06/03/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Mufasa is nervous when in the pen and displays appropriate warnings -lip curling- when other dogs approach him, indicating that he does not wish to interact. According to Mufasa’s previous guardian, Mufasa got along with the other dogs in his house but one male dog. Mufasa did not like this one dog and would growl and try to bite him. Mufasa did bite the male dog once 2 years ago but did not break skin. Due to the proximity sensitive behavior Mufasa has displays while at the Care Center, the Behavior Department recommends that he be the only resident dog. 6/3: Mufasa is nervous, entered the pen with a tense face and a tucked tail. He shows no interest in greeting the female dog and offers an appropriate warning by lip curling at her when she sniffs him. He remains in the same spot for the remainder of the session. 6/4: Mufasa allows a soft female to greet him briefly. As she continues to greet him he lip curls and the session is ended.

06/02/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: reported 10 Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior – reported aggresive at intake. muzzled. was okay for exam with muzzle. Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective P = 100 R = wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: front teeth clean PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy older dog Plan : no treatment Prognosis: good SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age

06/04/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
06/04/17 Noted on symtoms log to have blood in kennel on 6/3. S/O: BAR. No spots of blood evident in kennel or on bedding. EENT: No nasal discharge, sneezing, or epistaxis. H/L: No coughing. INTEG: 1 cm moist abrasion dorsum of nose, no active bleeding. A: Rub sore on nose – suspect this may have been the source of blood in his cage. P: No treatment indicated. Monitor while at BACC. Good prognosis.

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