NENA – 18107
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Nena
Hello, my name is Nena. My animal id is #18107. I am a female watermarked brindle dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 9 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 11-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour – aggressive towards people.
Nena is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infection Respiratory Disease Complex and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other dogs. Nena is suitable for an adult only home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 37 lbs
11/01/2018
[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.
11/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~9yrs Microchip noted on Intake? yes 985121007176524 History : Owner surrender – reportedly allergic to chicken and has been drinking a lot lately Subjective: BARH. Polydipsia Observed Behavior – Very active, allows all handling Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, moderate otitis externa with waxy debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate dental tartar/staining, pink mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female – reportedly spayed, no spay scar seen on exam but may be difficult to tell due to severe dermatitis MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, thin brittle hair coat on dorsum, severe dermatitis and lichenification along entire ventrum, neck and distal limbs CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric, severe dermatitis, polydipsia Prognosis: Fair/good Plan: Scheduled CBC/Chem/T4. Clean ears, applied Claro AU. Rec cephalexin 500mg PO q12 x 10 days. Rec allergy testing and regular medicated baths with placement SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age and skin condition
12/01/2018
Monitor for signs of PU/PD, check blood work, skin scrape S/O: BARH. Active, attention seeking, allows all handling. Water bucket in cage is full, clean. No urine seen on bedding. No reports of excessive urination. Excellent appetite EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, no ocular or nasal discharge HL: No coughing or sneezing INTEG: Severe dermatitis, lichenification of entire ventral half of body and areas of face MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Reported spayed but unable to visualize or palpate scar A: Severe dermatitis – Reported chicken allergy CBC shows mild leukocytosis characterized by a mild neutrophilia Chemistry shows mild hyperglobulinemia, and slightly decreased amylase All other results WNL Skin scrape negative for mites P: Continue with current treatment (cephalexin). Will try to bathe today. Recommend full allergy//dermatology work up with placement.
16/01/2018
UA + nitrites (very pale pink) PH = 6 SG = 1.04 (refractometer) R/o psychogenic polydipsia vs DI vs other rec IM consult and AUS
20/01/2018
CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: BAR. Attention seeking EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, no ocular discharge, mild mucoid nasal discharge HL: Coughing, hacking phlegm, normal RR/RE INTEG: Severe dermatitis MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Reported spayed A: CIRDC, dermatitis, senior P: Rec doxycycline 200mg PO q24 x 14 days. Excellent prognosis
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake Nena was friendly and allowed the counselor to pet her and sat on command for picture and collaring.
Date of Intake: 1/11/2018
Spay/Neuter Status: Spayed
Basic Information:: Nena is an 8 year old altered female medium dog. She came to her home 7 year ago from a rescue group in NJ.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 1 child
How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers Nena is friendly and approaches them and allows them to pet her.
How is this dog around children?: Nena has lived with a 16 month old child and will snap or growl at the child if she tries to pet her or touch her food.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Nena is excited when she sees another and barks at them.
How is this dog around cats?: Nena has never been around cats.
Resource guarding:: Nena growls whenever someone goes near her food bowl. She does not like bath and will try to jump out. Whenever an unfamiliar person tries to approach her home she is friendly.
Bite history:: Nena has no bite history
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: high activity level
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Nena is allergic to chicken and has Dermatitis.
For a New Family to Know: Nena is described as friendly and playful with a medium activity level. She loves to follow the family around the home and plays tug-a-war with rope toys. She is feed dry food only of Blue buffalo brand twice a day. Nena is house trained but has been having accidents inside the home for a few months a few times a week. Nena is in a crate when she is left alone and does well in the crate. She knows commands sit,down and come. Nena goes goes on brisk walks on leash and off leash she wanders some but comes back when she is called.
Date of intake:: 1/11/2018
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 1 child age(16 month)
Behavior toward strangers:: Around strangers Nena is friendly and approaches them and allows them to pet her.
Behavior toward children:: Nena will growl and snap, if her food is touched.
Behavior toward dogs:: Nena is excited when she sees another and barks at them.
Behavior toward cats:: Behavior unknown
Resource guarding:: Nena growls whenever someone goes near her food bowl.
Housetrained:: Yes
Date of assessment:: 1/13/2018
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, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Toy:: 1. No interest.
Summary:: Nena displayed no concern during her assessment.
Summary (1):: Nena displays assertive behavior with both male and female dogs. She explores the area, with raised hackles and a tall posture. According to Nena’s previous owner, Nena did not socialize with other dogs while in their care. The behavior Department recommends that Nena be placed in a home with resident dogs that are tolerant of her assertive behavior. 1/12: When off leash at the Care Centers, Nena appropriately greets the novel male dog with raised hackles and assertive posture. She attempts to mount him, but responds immediately to handler interruptions. She explores the pens the rest of her session, occasionally checking in with him. 1/13: Today, Nena continued to be assertive around a novel female dog. She follows her around the pens, tensing as she approached, straightening her spine and raising her tail.She constantly sniffs her genital region, ignoring handler interruptions. 1/16-17: Nena socializes with an assertive posture. She is persistent with her behavior, standing on her tip toes whenever the other dog is near. When introduced to a playful dog, Nena grumbles when he paw slaps her.
Date of intake:: 1/11/2018
Summary:: Upon intake Nena was friendly and allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 1/11/2018
Summary:: Very active, allows all handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Her previous owner describes Nena as friendly and playful with a medium activity level. Nena displayed high energy and movement throughout assessment, and will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: Owner noted Nena has displayed some resource guarding behavior. Due to these behaviors we recommend an experienced adopter and an adult-only home.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding
Potential challenges comments:: Nena’s previous owner notes that she will growl/snap when her food bowl is approached. We recommend that Nena be left along while eating, and that food guarding behavior modification steps (available at ASPCApro.org) be utilized if this behavior is problematic in his future home. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Nena’s mouth, and any time something is removed he should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. He should be taught the “drop” cue and trade-up games.
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