BUDDAH aka OTTO – 17358 (ALT ID – A1117961)
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**NOT AT SHELTER – TEMPORARILY IN ACC FOSTER** FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected] A volunteer writes: Buddha is a very beautiful dog…all white. His eyes’ color blends blue lagoon and tender green. He is so well groomed and the perfect weight. Buddha always welcomes me at his door and is leashed easily. He is quite a good walker, house trained, most likely, and polite to the peers we near. He ignored me at our first encounter, sniffing around the yard but then, became closer even at the point to sit upon command, eat treats gently from my hand and giving me his paw upon request. He did not care for the ball. The cold does seem to not promote playful behaviors in most short-haired dogs. Buddha lived with his family of one young child and a female dog, and they all got along fine. He needed time to warm up to strangers, and eventually did. Likes toddlers, some dogs often prefer not to share their stuff. As any good human parent, the pet parent will have to teach his/her dog that sharing can eventually lead to friendship or at least, a peaceful coexistence. Gorgeous Buddha will need experienced while loving hands to bring the best out of him and make him a most wonderful forever best friend.
Buddha
**NOT AT SHELTER – TEMPORARILY IN ACC FOSTER** FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected]
BUDDAH aka OTTO – 17358 (ALT ID – A1117961)
**RETURNED 12/31/17**
Hello, my name is Buddha. My animal id is #17358. I am a desexed male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 31-Dec-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving.
Buddha is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Buddha was reported by his owner to be uncomfortable around young children and at the care center, has lunged and growled at a child he saw in the lobby.For this reason we suggest that Buddha would be best suited to an adult only home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Buddha is a very beautiful dog…all white. His eyes’ color blends blue lagoon and tender green. He is so well groomed and the perfect weight. Buddha always welcomes me at his door and is leashed easily. He is quite a good walker, house trained, most likely, and polite to the peers we near. He ignored me at our first encounter, sniffing around the yard but then, became closer even at the point to sit upon command, eat treats gently from my hand and giving me his paw upon request. He did not care for the ball. The cold does seem to not promote playful behaviors in most short-haired dogs. Buddha lived with his family of one young child and a female dog, and they all got along fine. He needed time to warm up to strangers, and eventually did. Likes toddlers, some dogs often prefer not to share their stuff. As any good human parent, the pet parent will have to teach his/her dog that sharing can eventually lead to friendship or at least, a peaceful coexistence. Gorgeous Buddha will need experienced while loving hands to bring the best out of him and make him a most wonderful forever best friend.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 56.2 lbs
1/01/2018
BARH scan positive911002001312347 neutered male allowed handling appx 2 yrs old mild tartar clean EEN clean coat poss pyoderma on abdomen BCS 5/9 NOSF
4/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:2 reported Microchip noted on Intake?y Microchip Number (If Applicable):911002001312347 History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -playful, excited, seeks petting Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =100 R =wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:mild/mod staining, hard to examine PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, ventral abdomen covered in scabs and plaques CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: pyoderma Prognosis:good Plan:cephalexin 500mg bid x 10d
7/01/2018
Blood in stool reported on 1/3 and 1/4; none reported since then; RF paw reportedly bleeding this morning S/O -QAR, appears docile -no diarrhea or blood in stool in cage or reported -no nasal discharge, sneezing or coughing noted or reported -appears eupnic -mild to moderate interdigital erythema along front paws with small circular lick granuloma forming over dorsal aspect of RF paw; no obvious bleeding or spotting in kennel A 1. Blood in stool-appears resolved; r/o stress colitis vs secondary to cephalexin 2. Bleeding from paw reported-r/o dermatitis vs other P -continue cephalexin -monitor for irritation, bleeding from paw
8/01/2018
S/O -BAR, appears docile and friendly -sneezing, serous nasal discharge -diffuse papular dermatitis and mild erythema along abdomen; pruritic along flanks -appears eupnic A 1. CIRDC 2. Dermatitis P -move to isolation -doxycycline 250 mg PO SID x 14 days -cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 5 days
8/01/2018
S/O -BAR, appears docile and friendly -sneezing, excessive serous nasal discharge -moderate papular dermatitis and erythema along abdomen and flanks -moderate flankal pruritus -appears eupnic A 1. CIRDC 2. Dermatitis P -move to isolation -doxycycline 250 mg PO SId x 14 days -cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 5 days -benadryl 50 mg PO BID x 7 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Buddha was very loose bodied during intake he was jumping up for attention and kept a very wiggly body the entire time. running around in circles when we were giving him scratches and followed us readily on a leash.
Date of Intake: 12/31/2017
Basic Information:: Buddha is a white male large breed dog that is estimated to be 2 years old. His previous owner had to move away for a family emergency and was not able to take Buddha with him.
Previously lived with:: 1 Adult
How is this dog around strangers?: Unknown
How is this dog around children?: Not comfortable around small children.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Buddha was not around other Dogs in his previous home.
How is this dog around cats?: Buddha was not around other cats in his previous home.
Resource guarding:: Unknown
Bite history:: Unknown
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown
Other Notes:: Unknown
Medical Notes: Very sensitive skin and stomach
For a New Family to Know: Buddah has a Sensitive Stomach, Sensitive skin. Is Crate Trained and House Broken
Date of intake:: 12/31/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: An adult
Behavior toward children:: Not comfortable around small children
Housetrained:: Yes
Date of assessment:: 1/3/2018
Look:: 1. Dog leans forward or jumps up to lick the Assessor’s face with tail wagging, ears back and eyes averted.
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 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 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:: Buddha quickly approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He was social throughout, allowed all handling, and displayed no corncerning behaviors.
Summary:: The behavior department feels that Buddha may be most compatible with dogs who are social and playful. Buddha’s behavior history around dogs was not provided by the previous owner. He has been observed to be social and exuberantly playful when introduced to male and female dogs in the care center.
Summary (1):: 1/2: When introduced off leash to dogs, Buddha is playful and solicits chase play.
Summary (2):: 1/3-5: Buddha engages in chase play, briefly vocalizing when play intensifies. 1/6: Buddha continues to engage in play. He begins to snap and become uncomfortable with the use of a spray bottle interrupter tools during the interaction.
Date of intake:: 12/31/2017
Summary:: Buddha had a loose, wiggly body and allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 12/31/2017
Summary:: Buddha allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Buddha 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.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children: Buddha was reported by his owner to be uncomfortable around young children. During his first stay at the care center, Buddha lunged and growled at a child he saw in the lobby. For this reason, we recommend an adult only home.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Buddha is reported to be uncomfortable around young children and has lunged and growled at a child at the care center. Guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is recommended to assess behavior after decompression in a new home environment. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing or exposing Buddha to new and unfamiliar situations. On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center, Buddha was observed to lunge and growl at a child. Buddha may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach him to look at you rather than stimuli which may startle him. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.
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RTO 07/25/17
**SAFER : AVERAGE HOME**SOCIAL GREETER DOG IN PLAY GROUP
NEUTERED MALE, WHITE, AMERICAN STAFF MIX, 2 yrs
STRAY – STRAYAVAI, HOLD FOR ID Reason ABANDON
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 07/09/2017, From NY 10463, DueOut Date 07/12/2017
Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary Estimated age: 2 years Microchip noted on Intake? positive. Found tied to a pole in the bronx. BAR, friendly, energetic; allows handling BCS 5/0 EENT: eyes clear, no nasal discharge; AS-mod erythema, inflammation, lichenification that extends onto pinna; externa canal stenotic Oral Exam: mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; minimal-mild tartar/staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted mild diffuse papular dermatitis along dorsum and flank; pruritic scrotal erythema, mild irritation mild erythema, few papules on abdomen CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment Dermatitis otitis externa Plan simplicef 250 mg PO SID x 14 days osurnia AS-2 doses, 1 week apart Prognosis: good; ear infection and mild dermatitis likely due to underlying allergies which are very common in this breed and will require intermittent symptomatic SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Weight 55.0
A volunteer writes: Otto, my main man! Gorgeous in his pristine white coat, hazel eyes and bunny ears. Shy at first, but opening up quickly, he loved making friends with staff, loved playing with the female greeter dog, loved going for a walk and a chance to go potty, and loved showing off his ‘sit’ and ‘paw’, all for treats which he takes softly. His leash manners are lovely, he wags his tail at every dog we pass, wants to meet every person that smiles at him (and they all do), and when we cuddled on a door stoop he gave me kisses before lying down to keep me company as I made some notes. In the yard we play tug, and when Otto gets too warm he slithers under the bench froggy style to cool down. Only his adorable little butt and wagging tail are out, just enough to indulge him in a butt scratch. So cute! Calm, gentle, easy and oh so gentle on the eyes, Otto and I spent a lot of time together yesterday, and I’m here to tell you he’s a gem. Ask to meet him today.
BEHAVIOR :
KNOWN HISTORY: None
Unaltered Male, Stray
SAFER ASSESSMENT:
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, her eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is open.
Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game.
Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.
Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.
Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy.
Summary: Otto displayed no concerning behaviors on his assessment.
DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT:
Summary
PLAYGROUP:
7/10: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Otto greets with a wiggly body, and engages in bouncy play.
7/11: Otto is polite when greeting. He engages in bouncy play. Otto is utilized as a greeter dog today.
INTAKE BEHAVIOR
Upon intake, Otto was active and social.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
During his initial medical exam, Otto was active, social, and allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:
We have no history on Otto 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.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
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