NANCY – 15326
Safe - 12-11-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 12/11/17
Nancy
Hello, my name is Nancy. My animal id is #15326. I am a desexed female tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 12 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 03-Dec-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- new baby.
Nancy is at risk due to medical condition, she is a geriatric gal with underlying conditions. She should go to a home that is prepared to manager and monitor her medical care. She is uncomfortable with touch and should go to an adult only home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 20.6 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 12yrs (owner reported 18yrs, suspect younger on exam) Microchip noted on Intake? N History : owner surrender- owner claims deaf/blind/antisocial Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior – timid and reactive but compliant for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – N (neglect) Evidence of Trauma seen – N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = pant BCS 5/9 EENT: Visual OU; OD- prolapsed nictitans, episcleral injection, mild corneal edema, no blepharospasm; OS- mild episcleral injection, nuclear sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Grade 2-3 dental dz PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, II/VI systolic murmur, CRT < 2, lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Reported spayed but no visible spay scar or tattoo; two cyst-like structures in first mammary glands- soft, fluccuent; mammary glands not well developed so may be spayed MSI: Ambulatory x 4, Grade 1-2/4 MPLs bilat; skin free of parasites, no masses noted, matted and dirty haircoat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities; normal palebral/menace OU Rectal: DNP Assessment: geriatric, II/VI systolic murmur, Grade I-II MPLs bilat; matted hair coat; conjunctivitis OU w/ prolapsed nictitans OD Prognosis: fair Plan: treat conjunctivitis w/ ophthalmic antibiotic ointment, rec echo to characterize heart disease; unclear whether spayed or not- check again for scar/tattoo SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age and heart murmur.
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, Nancy had a stiff body and did not want to walk on leash. She started biting the rope when trying ro get her to walk. Counselor put a towel on her and she allowed to be picked up.
Basic Information:: Nancy is a 18 year old, spayed, small breed dog. Previous owner got Nancy from a relative and has had her for 1 year and a half. Unfortunatly, previous owner had to surrender due to having a new baby and not being abale to care for Nancy anymore. Nancy has some eye issues but has not been to the vet since being with previous owner.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Nancy is aloof when strangers come over. She will bark initially when someone is at the door, smell them and then walk away. She does not play with adults.
How is this dog around children?: Nancy has spent time around children and she is usually tolerant but she does not play with them.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Nancy is respectful and tolerant of dogs around her. She does not play with them.
How is this dog around cats?: Nancy has never spent time with cats. Behavior is unknown.
Resource guarding:: Nancy does not resource guard her food, treats or toys with people but she will growl at a dog that gets too close to her food while she is eating.
Bite history:: Nancy has never bitten another animal or person and broke skin or made them bleed.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: low
Other Notes:: Nancy isn’t bothered when when pushed off furniture. She is afraid of being picked up. She isn’t bothered when disturbed while sleeping, giving a bath, or brushed. She will growl and snap when getting nails trimmed or feet touched. She barks when someone unfamiliar comes towards door and isn’t bothered if someone unfamiliar comes towards owner.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Nancy has some eye issues and may be deaf.
For a New Family to Know: Nancy is a mellow, aloof, independent dog with a low activity level. She loves to sleep and will be in the same room as you when you are home. She is indoors only and sleeps in her dog bed. She prefers wet food and eats Alpo dog food two times a day. She enjoys milkbones and beggin strips as treats. She is house trained and uses wee wee pads. She rarely has accidents and is well behaved when left alone. She gets slow walks on leash for exercise 2 times a day. She doesn’t pull on leash.
Date of intake:: 12/3/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 1 year)
Previously lived with:: Adults
Behavior toward strangers:: Aloof, may bark at them
Behavior toward children:: Tolerant
Behavior toward dogs:: Respectful and tolerant
Resource guarding:: None reproted
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Nancy is a mellow, aloof, independent dog with a low activity level.
Date of assessment:: 12/5/2017
Look:: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, tail is between legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body low and a bit fearful.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Nancy approached the assessor in the assessment room cautiously. She was tense during her assessment but allowed all handling.
Summary (1):: 12/6: When introduced off leash to dogs, Nancy keeps mostly to self.
Date of intake:: 12/3/2017
Summary:: Upon intake, Nancy had a stiff body and did not want to walk on leash.
Date of initial:: 12/3/2017
Summary:: Nancy was timid but allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Nancy’s previous owner described her as having a low level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to how uncomfortable Nancy is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Nancy has displayed fearful defensive behavior at the care center, snapping and growling at times when touched. It is important to always go slow and give Nancy the option to walk away from any social interaction. Nancy should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Nancy’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Nancy would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings.
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