OPHELIA – A1119401

Manhattan Center

My name is OPHELIA. My Animal ID # is A1119401.
I am a female white and black am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 8 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 07/22/2017 from NY 10469, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

08/02/2017 AT RISK MEMO
While A1119401 Ophelia continues to displays social behavior with familiar handlers, she remains a bit timid upon approach and has been observed to freeze/growl when approached while engaged with a high value food item. She also has CIRDC.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
07/31/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPNOCHILD, Weight 42.0 LBS.

S/O sneezing reported BAR, standing relaxed at front of cage slightly mucoid nasal discharge appears eupnic A CIRDC Geriatric Arthritis P move to iso baytril 136 mg tabs: 1 tab PO SID x 14 days 300 ml LRS SQ SID x 3 days

07/22/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
07/22/17 15:12 Basic Information Ophelia is a black and white, medium sized, female dog. She was found roaming the streets in the Bronx and was brought in by police officers. Ophelia has no physical injuries or illness. Behavior during Intake Ophelia had a calm posture and barked only when she saw the officers leave. She allowed to be collard and photographed and went into the kennel on cue.

07/29/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: How could a neat gal like Ophelia have been found in the street? She is so elegant, pretty and feminine, healthy and beautifully groomed. Prior litters have not altered her great figure. I found Ophelia laying quietly on her bed. She came with hesitation, slowly to her door when I summoned her gently and got leashed easily. Ophelia is a very good walker, probably house trained and does not chase the birds. She enjoys free time in the yard which she explores but comes slowly when called, accepts a bandanna as well as some petting while wagging her tail. For now, she is slow with her movements, cautious and needs some time to sit upon request and post a nice smile on her face. I thought it would never happen but she looked so happy when she did…from that moment, Ophelia was “lighter”, settled next to me, welcomed some visitors and indulged in caresses and even kisses. I look forward to meet Ophelia again and discover more of her secrets. Meanwhile, come and meet her at the Manhattan Care Center. She might be the muse you have been looking for to brighten your life.

07/24/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
CANINE BEHAVIOR EVALUATION for Ophelia A1119401 KNOWN HISTORY: None 07/22/17 Intact female, stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 07/24/17 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body low Squeeze 1 & 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Her eyes are averted and her ears are relaxed or back. Toy: 1. No interest Summary: Ophelia tolerated all handling throughout the assessment though appeared a bit cautious at times. PLAYGROUP: Ophelia engages in brief sessions of bouncy play with other dogs. History around dogs is not known due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Ophelia and social, respectful resident dogs. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: 07/22/17 Upon intake, Ophelia allowed all handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 07/23/17 During her initial medical examination, Ophelia was timid and a bit tense though allowed all handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no known history on Ophelia so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home in environment; Ophelia displays a low energy level in the care center.

IN-SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: Ophelia has been observed to freeze and growl over food in the care centers. Outside during socialization interaction with caretaker, Ophelia took a treat and when handler walked by she froze and growled. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience adult-only home (Suitable for an adopter with a previous amount of dog experience) _X_No children (under 13): Ophelia has been observed to stiffen and growl over food in the care center; we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in a home environment though recommend appropriate management. The behvaior department believes an adult-only home is best at this time. Potential challenges: _X_Fearful: Though observed to be human-social, Ophelia may need time to warm up to the handler as she initially presents as a fearful dog, avoiding contact, shying away from direct touch. We recommend allowing Ophelia to interact at her own pace, force-free, rewarding based training is advised when introducing her to new/unfamiliar situations _X_Resource guarding: Ophelia has been observed to freeze and growl when approached while eating. We recommend that Ophelia be left along while eating, and that food guarding behavior modification steps (available at ASPCApro.org) be utilized if this behavior is problematic in her future home. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Ophelia’s mouth, and any time something is removed she should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. She should be taught the “drop” cue and trade-up games.

07/23/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Ophelia engages in brief sessions of bouncy play with other dogs. History around dogs is not known due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Ophelia and social, respectful resident dogs. 7/23: Ophelia displays minimal interest when walked up to the male greeter dog. When introduced off leash, Ophelia allows greeting, mostly keeps to self. 7/25: Ophelia approaches and sniffs with a neutral bdoy, then brief wag. She offers a few playful bows. When no longer intersted, Ophelia walks away. She becomes tense when the male helper approaches afterward. 7/27: Ophelia engages in gentle play with a playful male dog. 7/28-31: Ophelia engages in running play with a male dog.

07/23/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: mature/older adult, ~ 6-7 yr Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative, placed by LVT #981020023365366 History : stray Subjective: QARH Observed Behavior – timid/very tense when approaching and handling for PE, allowed PE Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited, nsf PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: tense/non-painful, no masses palpated; prominent/pendulous mammary glands, still lactating slightly U/G: mildly enlarged/hooded vulva MSI: Ambulatory x 4, bilateral thickening of both stifles with milld atrophy (vs underweight BCS) of rear legs, tense but allowed flex/extend of both rear legs with no apparent pain; dirty hair coat, skin free of parasites, no masses noted CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment: – older mature female, intact – appears to have recent pregnancy/still mildly lactating – bilateral thickening at stifles – r/o arthritis (chronic) vs other Plan: RV – rec’ BW prior to spay – monitor rear legs for arthritic changes Prognosis: good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

07/31/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPNOCHILD
S/O sneezing reported BAR, standing relaxed at front of cage slightly mucoid nasal discharge appears eupnic A CIRDC Geriatric Arthritis P move to iso baytril 136 mg tabs: 1 tab PO SID x 14 days 300 ml LRS SQ SID x 3 days

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