PAPA – 12458
Safe - 11-18-2017 Manhattan
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SAFE 11/18/17
Papa
Hello, my name is Papa. My animal id is #12458. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 12 years old.
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 13-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as poor choice – too many animals already.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Papa is the cutest name for this elderly gentleman of mysterious lineage. I guess, ancestry.com might have the final word. Papa is dressed in the shiniest cow print coat, shedding by place its semi long hair. We could not resist but to groom him with a Barbie doll brush which he tolerated perfectly. He looked quite sharp afterwards. I love his big dark eyes that make him look so gentle. I mostly admire Papa’s will to do all that a younger dog would do, like climbing and going down stairs, walking around the yard, sitting (slowly) on command and eating treats with great appetite. Of course, Papa being quite arthritic, everything happens in slow motion, but it happens because he is “willing, ready and able”. Papa came to us in the best company, lovely Champagne(a three year old gal) and…10 cats. I guess he must love kitties quite a bit to have been able to put up with ten of them. Sweet Papa is in need of TLC and a caring home that understands and values seniors. A comfy bed, delicious food and mostly the love of a new human or family who will make sure that Papa’s golden years are truly shiny. Papa is at the Manhattan Care Center, dreaming to be your friend.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 38.4 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:12 reported Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =60 R =wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: heavy tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4,some muscle atrophy of rear legs skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: geriatric, moderate ddz, weak rear legs Prognosis:fair Plan: recc dental in future SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age
Reported to be lame this morning. Pt is geriatric, severely muscle wasted in the hind legs. Falls when getting out of the kennel. Both stifles have moderate medial buttressing and crepitus. Start tramadol 75 mg PO BID. Recommend regular light/moderate exercise. Recommend consultation with pain management specialist after placement to develop a treatment plan to keep Papa comfortable. 1088
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Dog is elderly but walks well on lead and listens to commands
Date of Intake: 11/13/2017
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Old dog lays around most of the day
Previously lived with:: cats dogs people
How is this dog around strangers?: good
How is this dog around children?: good
How is this dog around other dogs?: good
How is this dog around cats?: good
Resource guarding:: no
Bite history:: none
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: low
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Sweet dog
Date of intake:: 11/13/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: Adults, cats, and a dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Good
Behavior toward children:: Good
Behavior toward dogs:: Good
Behavior toward cats:: Good
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: Papa is described as having a low level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 11/14/2017
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, ears are back, tail is down, relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
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 follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Paw squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 1:: 1. Dog does not respond at all.
Flank squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all.
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Papa approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He allowed all handling and displayed no concerning behavior. Flank was used due to medical.
Summary (1):: 11/14: When introduced to the helper dog on leash, Papa appears a bit tense, turns head away, lip licks.
Date of initial:: 11/13/2017
Summary:: Papa was calm and allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Papa’s previous owner described him as having a low level of activity, which matches what we have seen at the care center.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Despite Papa’s injury, he has remained calm and social with handlers. He may be timid at first, but will engage with his care takers, taking treats and soliciting attention.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
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