PAPA – 20196
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SAFE 02/21/18
Papa
Hello, my name is Papa. My animal id is #20196. I am a male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a returns on 17-Feb-2018.
Papa is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Behaviorally, we suggest that Papa would be best suited to an adult only home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: A beautiful dog, inside and out. A good dog, a loyal dog, one who will trust and love his master, no matter what. You might just see a brown and shy dog in a kennel, I get it. But what you see is not the real Papa. Yes, Papa is his name and he is with us for no fault of his own. His owner past away. Papa stayed with a neighbor for a few days before brought to us. He was friendly with all and respectful of the resident small dog and cat. Papa is slowly coming out of his shell as he understands that we mean well and empathize with his loss. I simply fell in love with him after getting my first kiss at the end of a bonding session. I knew he could trust. I knew I could trust him. It was written all over him. Although I know I owe a walk to many dogs in the care center, Papa gets to see me at least three times when I am there. I can’t help it. He is now most often found at his door, still with puzzled puppy eyes but so ready for his stroll to the park or around the block. He does not mind pigeons, squirrels(are they not supposed to hibernate?) and other dogs. He loves to hop on a bench and squeeze against me(or a staff) for hugs, kisses and comfort. Papa is such a friend, one I am pretty sure got a lot of love and good care from his former master. I (we)dream for Papa to find the most wonderful home ever(I wish it was mine) and a new loving owner. Papa is at the Manhattan Care Center, waiting to meet you.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 54 lbs
8/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 Microchip noted on Intake? n Microchip Number (If Applicable): n History : Stray Subjective: Good body condition Observed Behavior – very scared, timid, muzzled just for precaution and was able to perform PE without an issue except for an oral exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = – P = 100 R = WNL BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NP PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Two descended testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: NP Assessment: Healthy Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
17/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 Microchip noted on Intake? N Microchip Number (If Applicable): History: RTS d/t aggression toward family members and other animals Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior- Very nervous, muzzled and was able to perform PE Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Able to use tongue depressor to see incisors and canines- mild dental tartar, unable to see rest of teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Two descended testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: NP Assessment: Healthy Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
17/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 Microchip noted on Intake? Y (RTS) Microchip Number (If Applicable): History: RTS- aggression toward family members and other animals Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior- Very nervous, muzzled and was able to perform PE without issue Evidence of Cruelty seen – N Evidence of Trauma seen – N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted, cough elicited on trach palp, coughing during exam Oral Exam: Incisors/canines mild dental tartar, unable to visualize rest of teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Coughing, NSR, NMA Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Two descended testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: DNP Assessment: CIRDC Prognosis: Excellent w/ treatment Plan: Neuter, start Doxycycline 100mg: 1.5 tabs PO BID x10d SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to CIRDC.
18/02/2018
Returned yesterday, CIRDC noted on DVM intake and started on doxycycline S/O -QAR, shy/timid but docile -persistent harsh cough -mild serous nasal discharge -appears eupnic A 1. CIRDC, harsh cough P -cerenia 30 mg PO SID x 4 days -nebulize SID X 3 days
14/02/2018
Surgery rejected by Dr. 1493, due to Diarrhea and Hyperthermia.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake, Papa was wagging his tail in the beginning of the intake. When the neighbor left, he had his tail tucked, and dilated eyes. Counselor did not do further handling with Papa due to the fearful body language. He became still and would stop and lay down refusing to move. Medical intake helped counselor walk with him into medical.
Basic Information:: Papa is a large mixed breed male dog. The owner of papa passed away so the neighbor brought him in. There is not much behavior on papa since he was in the neighbors home for three days.
How is this dog around strangers?: The neighbor reported him being friendly with strangers and allows to be pet.
How is this dog around children?: Behavior is unknown.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Papa was with another small breed dog and was respectul with the dog. He played gentle with the dog.
How is this dog around cats?: Papa was around a cat and was respectful with the cat.
Resource guarding:: Behavior is unknown
Bite history:: Behavior is unknown.
Date of intake:: 2/8/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray (Information from finder)
Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly
Behavior toward dogs:: Respectful with a small dog he knew
Behavior toward cats:: Respectful
Date of assessment:: 2/11/2018
Look:: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, tail is between legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick.
Tag:: 3. Dog repeatedly turns quickly away when touched, or repeatedly spins toward the touch, and repeatedly tries to exit. Dog may be crouching, tail is tucked, mouth closed, body stiff.
Paw squeeze 1:: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff.
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 cautiously. As soon as handling began he attempted to flee. He was focused on the exit and attempting to leave throughout the assessment, making him very hard to position. His body was tense and tail was tucked.
Summary:: The behavior department recommends allowing Papa a period of decompression before immediate introductions to unfamiliar dogs.
Summary (1):: 2/9: When introduced off leash to a female dog, Papa greets softly then mostly avoids interaction, maintaining tucked tail and low body throughout the interaction.
Summary (2):: 2/12: Papa only keeps to himself in a group of calm dogs.
Summary (3):: 2/13: Papa is fearful and avoids approach.
Date of intake:: 2/8/2018
Summary:: After the finder left, Papa displayed fearful body language.
Date of initial:: 2/8/2018
Summary:: Papa was very tense but allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Papa so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: No children : Due to how uncomfortable is currently with touch and novel stimuli, in addition to observed behavior from the previous adopter (lunging toward children), we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. No dog parks: Due to some discomfort observed toward other dogs, it is recommended allowing a period of decompression before introductions to unfamiliar dogs. Future introductions to other dogs should be conducted at a slow pace to respectful, well socialized dogs.
Potential challenges: : Fearful,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Papa gives clear warnings when he is uncomfortable and does seem to choose to avoid or retreat when given the opportunity, but if prevented from moving away there is a potential to escalate to higher-level warning behaviors and possible fear-based aggression. It is important to move slowly with Papa, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Papa to initiate interactions with new people. He should never be forced to greet or to interact if he is not comfortable and soliciting attention. The previous adopter of Papa reported that he would react to children and other dogs on leash, lunging towards them. Papa may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach him to look at you rather than other dogs and children. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.
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