NEPTUNE – A1101377
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NEPTUNE – A1101377
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MALE, BLACK / WHITE, AM PIT BULL TER MIX, 1 yr
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 01/11/2017, From NY 10473, DueOut Date 01/14/2017, I came in with Group/Litter #K17-086002
Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary Microchip: negative Sex: intact male Age: appx 1y Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean Nose: no d/c Teeth: no staining, young If abnormal BCS: WNL Skin: WNL Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no Behavior: allowed all handling, friendly and eager to play Medication: N/A, preventatives given
Weight 46.0
A volunteer writes:
Intact, StrayASSESSMENT:
Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. 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 wagging with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is closed.
Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game.
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. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy.Summary: Neptune became a bit mouthy during his assessment playfully mouthing the assessor’s hand softly. He would benefit from positive reinforcement training as well as daily physical exercise and mental stimulation.PLAYGROUP:
1/12 – 13: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Neptune is tolerant of polite approach. Neptune engages in a bit of play, then becomes overwhelmed by pushy play.
Summary
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
During initial medical exam, Neptune appeared to allow all handling, friendly and eager to play.
ENERGY LEVEL:
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 frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training is recommended.)
_X_Mouthiness/Poor bite inhibition
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