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MUNECA aka KATE – A0970383

Safe - 2-23-2017 Manhattan
Rescue: RTO
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RTO SAFE 02/23/17

MUNECA aka KATE – A0970383

**RETURNED 02/19/2017**

SPAYED FEMALE, WHITE / BLACK, PIT BULL MIX, 5 yrs
STRAY – PRE RTO, HOLD FOR RTO Reason STRAY
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 02/19/2017, From NY 11101, DueOut Date 02/20/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary SCAN NEGATIVE BRIGHT, ALERT, RESPONSIVE, HYDRATED PHYSICAL EXAM mild tartar slightly alopecia on thigh, inguinal area, and also on back nosf
Weight 52.0

A volunteer writes:

Muneca is five year old but does not look at all her age. She is one beautiful gal, elegantly dressed, so well groomed, with a perfect figure and so confident looking. Although lively and playful, she is very well mannered and not the unruly youngster she used to be when I first met her 4 years ago… Beside for the fact that she still does not like her kennel or be left alone in a pen, Muneca has acquired a lot of class. She is now…a lady and not a silly kid anymore…Muneca is thrilled to see someone at her door. She is leashed in no time . A great walker she is, so happy to head for the park.  Her tail flies carefree way above her. She loves the sun and spreads herself on the ground after rocking her body back and forth on the concrete. She is all ready for belly rubs…Muneca has remained the same affectionate dog I knew. A bench girl she is, squeezing her body against mine, nudging her head in my neck and kissing my face. Passer bys are looking at us. I can see in their face that they really admire “my dog”… I wish she was…Muneca does not really “go” after the birds or the squirrels who came out thinking the spring had arrived. She nears properly other dogs. She does her business on the way. Muneca  is a very attractive, loving and very pleasant  gal who will make a most wonderful companion to the person or family who will adopt her and make her  their former best friend. Munich is waiting for you at the Manhattan Care Center.

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

2/21/17

Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions.

Sensitivity: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.

Tag:  1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game.  Jumps lightly on assessor.

Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds.

Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds.

Toy: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. She does not place her body between you and the toy.

Summary: Muneca displayed no concerning behaviors on her assessment, she was social throughout.  She did display a high level of energy and movement, jumping up at times.

DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT:

Summary

PLAYGROUP:

2/19: When introduced off leash to another dog in the care center, Muneca is a bit tense when approached, though tolerates being approached and sniffed.  She turns her head away from face-to-face approach.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 2/19/17

During her initial medical exam, Muneca was social and allowed all handling.

ENERGY LEVEL:

We have no history on Muneca so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment.  In the care center, she displays a high level of energy and she is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. She jumped up during her assessment moderately in a manner that appeared to be attention seeking. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

Potential challenges:

_X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control  (It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach her to control her impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended.)

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RTO – SAFE 7/16/13

FEMALE, WHITE / BLACK, PIT BULL MIX, 3 yrs
STRAY – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition NONE Intake Date 07/02/2013, From NY 11106, DueOut Date 07/05/2013

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary
SCAN NEGATIVE BRIGHT, ALERT, RESPONSIVE, HYDRATED PHYSICAL EXAM mild tartar slightly alopecia on thigh, inguinal area, and also on back nosf
Weight 52.0

A volunteer writes:
Kate is an active young female who loves to run and play.She is pretty good on the leash and surprisingly, eliminates in the curve and not on the sidewalk. She looks healthy and well nourished. and seems to have had a litter or two. Her coat, grey and white is not intact. Kate soooo does not belong in a kennel ….She enjoys her freedom off leash in a pen. She is boisterous, jumps on me in excitement and to get the ball I have in my hand. Patience is not one of Kate’s virtues. She wants that ball very much and will leap in the air to catch it. Putting back the leash on her can be a challenge as Kate sees it as a toy to play with….Kate can be very endearing when she decides to relax. She comes on the bench, next to me , her head in my chest for caresses. Kate is athletic girl who needs her few walks a day , an active owner and she will be a fun and loving companion. She is at the Manhattan Care Center hoping to meet you very soon.

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