OLIVER – 14932
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12-11-2017 Manhattan
Rescue: Bella's NY Bullies
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SAFE 12/11/17
Oliver
Hello, my name is Oliver. My animal id is #14932. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 29-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving – no pets allowed.
Oliver is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex which is contagious to other dogs. Oliver will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics and monitoring of weight gain. Oliver should go to an experienced dog home that will allow him to acclimate to his surroundings at his own pace.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: “Please sir, can I have some more”, asks Oliver (Twist). And so we are feeding our way-too-skinny Oliver several small meals daily to help him gain some much-needed weight. He’s shy and nervous, a tiny 4 year old who needs to feel some love and feel safe before giving himself over to a new person. Surrendered by his family, we’re told that he is uncomfortable around strangers, but when with people he knows, he’s playful and active. We’re all strangers, of course, so it took Oliver a few days to acclimate to all of the newness around him. But, like ‘the little engine that could’, Oliver is slowly getting more comfortable with staff and volunteers, and even settled into my lap for some hugs. Still nervous on leash on the street (NYC streets can be daunting), he’s happiest staying close to home base at this point. Oliver enjoyed meeting some staff that came to meet him, his tail wagging shyly. Enjoying group play with his buddies, he’s been polite, tolerant and bouncy, so may enjoy having a canine sibling in his new home. While we only have a glimpse into Oliver’s past, we want to look into his future, filled with love, playtime, nutritious food and more love. Our little peanut is hoping you’re the one; are you?
My medical notes are…
Weight: 37.5 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4yo Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : O moving and had to surrender p. Loosing weight the past few weeks at home. O said p eats well but then evacuates soon after. Subjective: BAR. Caution. Muzzled. Growled during examination. Restrained with bear hug and was able to quickly examine. Observed Behavior – Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = P = wnl R = eup BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: not assessed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: mildly tense, no overt masses palpated, difficult to assess for pain due to growling. U/G: intact male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, fair hair coat, generalized scaling. decreased body condition. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally Assessment intact male weight loss / poor body condition — r/o GI disease (EPI vs IBD vs other) vs extra GI (Addison’s vs hypothyroidism vs hepatic vs renal) Prognosis: fair Plan: cbc/chem/t4 p currently on a TID feeding schedule ctm weight and stools. if p continues to lose weight, consider GI workup and AUS. SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to possible GI disease
Hypocalcemia 2.3 (7.9 – 12.0) Hyperkalemia >10 (3.5 – 5.8) — patient did not show any clinical signs for his hypoCa or hyperK. No tremors, twitches, weakness, or muscle fasiculations. — No murmurs or arrhythmias ausculted. Normal heart rate. T4 wnl 1.3 (1.0 – 4.0) low HCT 36.9% (37.3 – 61.7) low Retic 3.4 (10 – 110)
Recheck for poor BCS and BW abnorm.: S/O: visual exam in kennel due to fearful/aggressive bahavior – BAR – e/d ok, no reports of V/D or inappetance – on TID feeding schedule – no c/s or nasal discharge observed A: nsf, skinny BCS P: cont to monitor attitude/appetite + weight – rec’ recheck BW and sedated exam if GI signs persist
Notes entered for 1088. Good appetite today. Found lying down in kennel – initially wags tail and growls. Dog then gets up, stretches, comes to the front of the cage, and then settles down again. Patient is underweight – needs bloodwork done today. Mild serous nasal discharge today – has CIRDC. Move to isolation, start doxycycline and cerenia.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Oliver was very stiff bodied during intake he did not allow me to approach him without letting off a low growl and barking. He did not allow me to collar him and his owner had to put him in the kennel.
Date of Intake: 11/29/2017
Basic Information:: Oliver is a white and black dog that is estimated to be 1 year old. His previous owner got him as a gift and stayed with them for around a year until they moved into a location that did not allow animals.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Oliver is shy around strangers and will let off a low growl if approached by one
How is this dog around children?: Oliver was not around Children in his previous home.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Oliver was not around Dogs in his previous home.
How is this dog around cats?: Oliver was not around Cats in his previous home.
Resource guarding:: Oliver is not bothered by people going near his food or toys.
Bite history:: Oliver has no history of having bitten another person or animal.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: High Energy, Playful, Excitable
Other Notes:: Oliver is scared of lout noises and will run away and try to escape if there is a lot of noise. He enjoys baths and being brushed. He is scared of getting his nails trimmed and will try to run away if he sees nail clippers.
For a New Family to Know: Oliver is a very excitable dog he does not like to play with toys only with people and plays a little rough with play biting and pouncing. He will follow you around the house and will keep trying to entice you to play with him. He tends to pull very hard on the leash and runs very quickly when the door opens up.
Date of intake:: 11/29/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 1 year)
Previously lived with:: Adults
Behavior toward strangers:: Shy, growls at them
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Oliver is described as playful and excitable with a high level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 12/3/2017
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
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.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. Dog does not place his/her body between you and the toy.
Summary:: Oliver approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He was social throughout the assessment, allowed handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: Tolerant: These dogs are typically non-reactive on leash and will be either friendly or indifferent off leash. They can typically tolerate some rude behavior from other dogs and can be described as having a long fuse. They show relaxed, appropriate, easy-going body language around others. Oscar is polite when greeting dogs in the care center. He has displayed interest in brief play. History around dogs is unknown. The behavior department feels Oliver would be most compatible with respectful, gently playful dogs.
Summary (1):: 12/1: When introduced off leash to a female dog, Oliver greets politely with loose body and wagging tail then seeks handler attention.
Summary (2):: 12/2: Oliver is soft and social with all female dogs.
Summary (3):: 12/3: Oliver is polite and tolerant when greeting.
Summary (4):: 12/4-8: Oliver is polite and tolerant when greeting male and female dogs. He engages in bouts of bouncy play.
Date of intake:: 11/29/2017
Summary:: Oliver was tense, growled, and barked. He did not allow handling.
Date of initial:: 11/30/2017
Summary:: Oliver was tense, growled, and showed teeth.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Oliver’s previous owner described him as having a high level of activity. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: When Oliver initially arrived at the shelter, he displayed warning behaviors in his kennel towards novel people (growling, distance increasing). However, once outside of his kennel, he displayed more social behavior, seeking attention and accepting treats gently. Oliver now continues to be social with handlers both inside and outside of his kennel.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to Oliver’s owner reporting that he is fearful of and growls at new people, we recommend an adult only home.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Oliver’s previous owner reported that he growls at new people. When he first arrived at the care center, he was displaying this behavior. Over the course of a few days he has warmed up to his caretakers and has become social and friendly with them, but it is likely he will revert to his original behavior in a new home. It is important to listen to Oliver if he is to growls, and to leave him alone if he does. He should be allowed to walk away from any social interaction and should never be forced to submit to handling or petting. Consultation with a positive reinforcement, force-free trainer or behaviorist is recommended if this behavior is problematic in a future home.
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