OREO – 12125
Safe - 11-19-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 11/19/17
Oreo
Hello, my name is Oreo. My animal id is #12125. I am a male black dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 months 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 08-Nov-2017.
Oreo is at risk for medical reasons. He was diagnosed yesterday with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Oreo requires placement in a dog experienced home, as although friendly he can be excitable and mouthy in play.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Puppy, puppy, puppy!! Oreo is all about being a puppy — playful, fun, affectionate, tail wagging, and ready to make friends with both people and other dogs. I met Oreo in the morning being walked by another volunteer who said Oreo had carried a toy in his mouth all the way to the park; so cute! He was so happy to show me his prize, tail wagging, butt in the air as he bowed to me, or maybe to it. I couldn’t wait to spend time with this fun pup as it was clear he was ready for some fun. Oreo is as sweet as the cookie after which he was named, lively and having so much fun with toys, and so happy to share them with me for a good game of tug, or simply lie in my lap giving a toy a good chomp. Oreo kisses are the best, and sometimes a little puppy nibbly. He’s a smarty pants too, sitting for a treat when asked, and taking it gently. Oreo may never have had a coat on before, but acclimated perfectly and pranced around strutting his good looks. Of course, when he slipped while jumping up on the bench with me, we pretended not to notice so he wouldn’t be embarrassed. We won’t tell, Oreo. Oreo has enjoyed rough play with both males and females in group, and rocked his behavior assessment with perfect scores. Rock star puppy! Oreo does think his leash is a toy and likes to bite up on it, not ready to relinquish it unless a trade up is offered. A harness will help, along with an experienced adopter to help him learn that a leash is not a toy. If you love puppies and are ready to help them become rock star adults with positive reinforcement training (meaning lots of treats), then Puppy Oreo hopes you stop by to meet him today.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 31 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: +/- 8-12 months Microchip noted on Intake? History : Surrendered because large dogs not allowed in bldg Subjective: BAR Hydr wnl Observed Behavior – Very nice dog, allowed full exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – areas or alopecia, dorsal midline cran lumbar area w/ exudate Evidence of Trauma seen – none observed Objective T = 101.5 P = 180 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: nsf PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dry fur multifocal areas of alopecia on limbs and trunk (most approximately linear to ovoid), midline cran lumbar abraded area w/surrounding crusts w/mild exudate. RF paw swollen. Ventral abd mildly inflamed skin CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: dermatitis and swollen r paw r/o contact allergy, topical tx, other Prognosis: good w/tx Plan: Cephalexin 500 mg po bid x 14 days SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to dermatitis adjacent to sx site
S/O -BAR, very sweet boy!! goofy! -sneezing, mild mucoserous nasal discharge -appears eupnic -diffuse erythema, hypotrichosis along chest, abomen and distal limbs -moderate pruritus A CIRDC Dermatitis-r/o flea allergy vs atopic dermatitis vs food allergy P dexamethasone SP 4 mg/ml: 0.4 ml SQ convenia 1.4 ml SQ doxycycline 150 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 30 mg PO SID x 4 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 11/8/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/9/2017
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 assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
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:: Oreo approach the assessor in the assessment room quickly with a soft body. During tag, he grabbed the leash and would not relinquish it. He jumped up on the assessor in a social manner a few times. Oreo allowed all handling and remained social throughout.
Summary:: Play Skill Novice: These dogs lack appropriate skills to engage in proper play. They may become stuck on one behavior; lack pauses or breaks in play, and often ignores warning signs from other dogs to slow down. Play should end when the other dog in the pair signals it is over.
Summary (1):: Oreo engages in rough play with other dogs in the care center. Oreo is often rough and mouthy when engaging in play. The behavior department feels that based on these observations, Oreo would be most compatible with other highly playful dogs. 11/9: When introduced off leash to dogs, Oreo solicits and engages in rough play with males and females.
Summary (2):: 11/10: Oreo engages in rough play with female dogs.
Summary (3):: 11/11-13: Oreo engages in rough, mouthy play with a large group of male and female dogs.
Summary (4):: 11/14-15: Oreo engages in rough, mouthy play.
Date of intake:: 11/8/2017
Summary:: Oreo was friendly and allowed all handling.
Date of initial:: 11/8/2017
Summary:: Oreo was active and allowed all handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Oreo so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. 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:: Oreo consistently displays highly social behavior with his human caretakers outside of his kennel. He maintains a loose wiggly body throughout interactions and solicits attention from handlers. Oreo, however, can become aroused and engage in leash biting or mouthing of the handler.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control,Leash-biting
Potential challenges comments:: Basic manners/poor impulse control: It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. Leash-biting: Oreo is quick to grab the leash in his mouth. We recommend walking him with a toy so he cannot grab the leash. Positive reinforcement, force-free training is advised to teach him to focus on you rather than grabbing the leash.
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