PATCH – A1112761

Manhattan Center

My name is PATCH. My Animal ID # is A1112761.
I am a neutered male brown and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 4 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 05/21/2017 from NY 10458, owner surrender reason stated was MOVE2PRIVA.

05/31/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Patch A1112761 was placed At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/29/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 80.4 LBS.

CIRDC check S/O BAR somewhat cage reactive mucoserous nasal d/c mild huffing, expiratory cough A CIRDC P move to iso doxycycline 400 mg PO SID x 14 days prognosis: excellent

05/21/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/21/17 18:41 Basic Info Patch is a 4 year old Pit Bull whose owner was getting to old to care for him and is also moving. He has been with his owner his whole life. and has never been to a vet before. Socialization Patch is very social around strangers and approaches them with wagging tail that and energy when he sees them. He will give love whether it was asked for or not. He is around children often and is social and playful with them and is usually gentle when playing but sometimes does not know his own strength and may knock someone down once in a while. He is social around dogs He is not around cats often but will chase them and try to bite them if he sees them. He has never bitten a person or animal before. Behavior Patch is house trained and does not destroy household items either. He is fine with having his food, treats and toys touched while using them and allows himself to be bathed, brushed and have his nails trimmed. He will bark if he hears unfamiliar sounds outside of the door. New Family Patch has a medium level of activity at home and likes to be in the same room as another people and follow his owners around. He does not much play with toys. He sleeps at the entrance to his owners room and is fed Purina Chow dry dog food and sausage that he has access to all throughout the day. He is very house trained to go to the bathroom outside, he usually goes to the back yard to relieve himself. When he is left home alone he is well behaved and when he is left in the yard alone he also well behaved and mostly chases cats. He knows the commands sit and move. He pulls very hard on the leash and is often walked off leash and he will wander for a while then come back when called. Intake Behavior Patch had a loose body and bounded into the shelter with a bundle of energy and pounce onto the counter to look at counselor. When counselor approached Patch he shoved his nose into his stomach then jumped on counselor with hot breath and attempted to apply kisses to counselor’s face. He allowed all handling despite his energy making him a little hard to handle.

05/24/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: “Patch is very social around strangers and approaches them with wagging tail and energy when he sees them. He will give love whether it was asked for or not”, says his former owner. Surrendered as his person is moving and can no longer care for him, Patch comes with a glowing resume of a much loved companion. We’re told that he’s social and gentle with children (but may knock them down as he’s big), housetrained (check!!), is well behaved when left home alone, doesn’t guard his things, and chases cats (OK, so he’s not perfect!). Patch is a gorgeous red head with matching eyes that are playful, alert and loving all at the same time. He loved being off leash in the yard playing with a toy, amusing himself for a while. Patch showed off his sit and took treats gently, and then spit it out when it wasn’t to his liking. After some playtime, Patch plopped himself in my lap for some cuddles, and while he obviously is too big for my lap, buried his head in my chest for closeness. Awwww, he’s a lover boy, too! Patch plays like a puppy, and loves as an adult, and is ready to find a home where he can play, exercise and love to his heart’s content. He’s truly a joy, hoping to find his soul mate today.

05/23/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile 5/21/17 Unaltered Male, Owner Surrender (In previous home for four years) Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward strangers: Social Behavior toward children: Social and playful, sometimes will accidentally knock them over Behavior toward dogs: Social Behavior toward cats: Attempts to chase them and snaps at them when he sees them Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Patch is described as having a medium level of activity. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 5/23/17 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 leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Toy: 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish toy to you. Summary: Patch jumped up a bit during his assessment. He was social throughout and allowed all handling. PLAYGROUP: 5/23: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Patch is tense upon greeting with a high, flagging tail. He approaches and sniffs, then otherwise keeps to himself while remaining tense in body. Patch’s previous owner describes his behavior around other dogs as “social”. Due to limited observation while in our care, the behavior department recommends that future introductions be supervised, and conducted on a one-on-one basis to respectful dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: During his initial medical exam, Patch was tense and active. On a later exam he was social. ENERGY LEVEL: Patch’s previous owner described him as having a medium level of activity. 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: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No young children (under 5): Due to Patch’s owner reported that he accidentally knocks over young children when playing, and due to the exuberant behavior he displays at the care center, we recommend a home without young children. Older children who are comfortable around large dogs should have an in depth interaction prior to adoption. Potential challenges: _X_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. _X_Strength/leash pulling: Patch is a very large, strong dog with the capability to pull over an average adopter. His adopter must be prepared and able to handle a dog of this size and strength. It is recommended that he be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which help diminish his strength through leverage, and that he be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash.

05/23/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
5/23: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Patch is tense upon greeting with a high, flagging tail. He approaches and sniffs, then otherwise keeps to himself while remaining tense in body. Patch’s previous owner describes his behavior around other dogs as “social”. Due to limited observation while in our care, the behavior department recommends that future introductions be supervised, and conducted on a one-on-one basis to respectful dogs.

05/22/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4 years Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : owner surrender b/c owner is moving Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – friendly, energetic Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; mod tartar on premolars; wearing on lower canines PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 normal scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, mild interdigital erythema/saliva staining on front paws CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment Healthy-likely has mild allergies (food vs environment) but not significant at this time Plan no treatment needed Prognosis: excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery

05/29/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
CIRDC check S/O BAR somewhat cage reactive mucoserous nasal d/c mild huffing, expiratory cough A CIRDC P move to iso doxycycline 400 mg PO SID x 14 days prognosis: excellent

 

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