PATRICK – A1098208

 

Brooklyn Center

My name is PATRICK. My Animal ID # is A1098208.
I am a neutered male brown and black germ shepherd mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR 2 MONTHS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 11/29/2016 from NY 11362, owner surrender reason stated was ALLERGIES. I came in with Group/Litter #K16-082857.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
12/02/2016 Exam Type BEHAVIORPART2 – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is EXPNOCHILD, Weight 100.6 LBS.

PG (cont’d): He displays leash reactivity towards other dogs when his leash is held, beginning to bark excessively and pull towards the other dog. It was decided that a muzzle should be placed on Patrick for the safety of the greeter dog. Patrick came over to the handler when called, displaying a loose body. He allowed handling and jumped on the handler, seeking attention. A soft muzzle was easily placed on him. Once allowed into the pen, Patrick displays soft body language as the greeter dog muzzle licked him and solicits gentle play. He is tolerant of the female’s interactions but mostly keeps to himself as he slowly moves around the pen. When greeting a calm male dog, Patrick displays soft body language. He mostly keeps to himself as he explores the pen, tolerating rear greetings and face to face greetings from the other male. When his leash is picked up and he feels the pressure on his collar, he immediately becomes reactive towards the other dog, barking and bouncing towards. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/29/16: During his initial medical examination Patrick was tense and distracted by other dogs. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced, adult-only home _X_No children under 13: Due to concerns about food bowl guarding. _X_Recommend no dog parks: See Playgroup notes. Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control: Patrick is a highly social, exuberant and enthusiastic young dog. He will need some guidance on appropriate ways to interact with his human caretakers. He is no more persistent or intense than other dogs of similar age and background, but due simply to Patrick’s very large size and height when he stands up, teaching Patrick alternative behaviors to jumping up (for example, teaching him to sit when he wants attention instead) will likely best set him up to succeed. _X_Mouthiness: Patrick has shown some mouthiness in the care center. Little pressure is applied, but this is a behavior that should be extinguished through training alternate behaviors and lack of reward (ex. walking away whenever Patrick’s teeth make contact with skin). _X_On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: See Playgroup notes. See also the previous owner’s notes about lunging at strangers. Potential adopters should be prepared to use counterconditioning and desensitization to help manage this behavior and keep Patrick and those around him safe. _X_Food guarding: Protocols at ASPCApro.org

11/29/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/29/16 13:20 Basic information Patrick is a 1 year old neutered German Shepard with no known medical conditions. Patrick is being surrendered along with his house mate Max because of allergies in the home. Socialization Patrick has lived with children ages 4 and 9 and was very playful around them. Patrick played a little roughly because of his size and would knock children over. Patrick plays the same with adults and likes to jump up on them. Around strangers Patrick will bark at them. Patrick has lived with another dog and was a little rough with him. Patrick’s would start off playing and sometimes it would escalate into aggressive play. Around dogs outside Patrick will bark and lunge at them. Patrick has not lived with cats. Behavior Patrick is nervous during storms and will pace. Patrick isn’t bothere3d when having toys bones or treats taken away from him but sometimes will growl and attempt to bite if you go near his food bowl while eating. Patrick is afraid of getting bathes and will run from the water. Patrick isnt bothered while being held or restrained and doesn’t go on the furniture at home. Patrick doesn’t like his nails being trimmed and will try to bite your hands. When someone unfamiliar approaches the house Patrick will bark growl and lunge towards people. For the new family to know Patrick was described as independent with a medium activity level. When home with Patrick he will follow you around seeking attention. Patrick enjoys playing with balls and squeaky toys and knows how to play fetch. Patrick is house trained and well behaved when left in the house alone. Patrick gets walked twice a day and is se to going to the bathroom on cement. Patrick eats Royal canine dry food. Patrick knows the commands sit paw and stand up. Patrick pulls hard on the leash. When its time for bed Patrick sleeps in the bedrooms with the owners. Behavior during intake Patrick was anxious during intake. Patrick barked at the counselor and did not allow to be scanned or collared by counselor.

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12/02/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: [Neutered] Previously lived with: Adults, children (ages 4 & 9), another large dog Behavior toward children: Playful, may play roughly Behavior toward dogs: Played roughly with his housemate, barks and lunges at dogs outside Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: May growl and snap if approached while he is eating from his bowl Bite history: Yes, Patrick bit his housemate dog several months ago and drew blood. The extent of the injury and context of the bite are not known. Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Independent, with a medium activity level. Other notes: Patrick is reported to bark and lunge at strangers. He reacts to having his nails trimmed by snapping. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 12/2/16 Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Jumps on the assessor and mouths her arm gently when she stops moving. Squeeze 1: 2. Dog gently places his open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His body is between you and the toy, and he is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness. Summary: Patrick was highly social throughout the evaluation. He showed no concerns during the assessment, though he did show a fairly low threshold for arousal after Tag, jumping on the assessor when she stopped moving. He deescalated quickly, though. Patrick mouthed frequently during the assessment but always with mild pressure. PLAYGROUP: According to Patrick’s previous owner, when Patrick plays with the other dog in the house he will get aggressive sometimes. Patrick has bitten the other dog a couple months ago and drawn blood. Patrick doesn’t like other dogs outside and will bark and lunge at them. When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Patrick displays conflicting body language when greeting a novel female dog through the gate. He play bows while lip curling, increasing in arousal level as he begins to bark and whine (continues).

PG (cont’d): He displays leash reactivity towards other dogs when his leash is held, beginning to bark excessively and pull towards the other dog. It was decided that a muzzle should be placed on Patrick for the safety of the greeter dog. Patrick came over to the handler when called, displaying a loose body. He allowed handling and jumped on the handler, seeking attention. A soft muzzle was easily placed on him. Once allowed into the pen, Patrick displays soft body language as the greeter dog muzzle licked him and solicits gentle play. He is tolerant of the female’s interactions but mostly keeps to himself as he slowly moves around the pen. When greeting a calm male dog, Patrick displays soft body language. He mostly keeps to himself as he explores the pen, tolerating rear greetings and face to face greetings from the other male. When his leash is picked up and he feels the pressure on his collar, he immediately becomes reactive towards the other dog, barking and bouncing towards. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/29/16: During his initial medical examination Patrick was tense and distracted by other dogs. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced, adult-only home _X_No children under 13: Due to concerns about food bowl guarding. _X_Recommend no dog parks: See Playgroup notes. Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control: Patrick is a highly social, exuberant and enthusiastic young dog. He will need some guidance on appropriate ways to interact with his human caretakers. He is no more persistent or intense than other dogs of similar age and background, but due simply to Patrick’s very large size and height when he stands up, teaching Patrick alternative behaviors to jumping up (for example, teaching him to sit when he wants attention instead) will likely best set him up to succeed. _X_Mouthiness: Patrick has shown some mouthiness in the care center. Little pressure is applied, but this is a behavior that should be extinguished through training alternate behaviors and lack of reward (ex. walking away whenever Patrick’s teeth make contact with skin). _X_On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: See Playgroup notes. See also the previous owner’s notes about lunging at strangers. Potential adopters should be prepared to use counterconditioning and desensitization to help manage this behavior and keep Patrick and those around him safe. _X_Food guarding: Protocols at ASPCApro.org

11/30/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
According to Patrick’s previous owner, when Patrick plays with the other dog in the house he will get aggressive sometimes. Patrick has bitten the other dog a couple months ago and drawn blood. Patrick doesn’t like other dogs outside and will bark and lunge at them. 11/30: When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Patrick displays conflicting body langauge when greeting a novel female dog through the gate. He play bows while lip curling, increasing in arousal level as he begins to bark and whine. He displays leash reactivity towards other dogs when his leash is held, begining to bark excessivly and pull towards the other dog. It was decided that a muzzle should be placed on Patrick for the safty of the greeter dog. Patrick came over to the handler when called, displaying a loose body. He allowed handling and jumped on the handler, seeking attention. A soft muzzle was easily placed on him. Once allowed into the pen, Patrick displays soft body langauge as the greeter dog muzzle licked him and solicits gentle play. He is tolerant of the female’s interactions but mostly keeps to himself as he slowly moves around the pen. 12/2: When greeting a calm male dog, Patrick displays soft body language. He mostly keeps to himself as he explores the pen, tolerating rear greetings and face to face greetings from the other male. When his leash is picked up and he feels the pressure on his collar, he immediately becomes reactive towards the other dog, barking and bouncing towards. 12/3: Patrick greets a female greeter dog with a soft, loose body. He is tolerant of face to face greeting and looks away appropriately and explores the pens.

11/29/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
microchip scan positive 941000018600953 neutered male DOB: 10/3/15, 1 yr old BARH EENT: WNL 100.6lbs; BCS: 3/5 apparently healthy tense, gives warnings, dog aggressive, minimal handling

No RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found
– Normal,
No detailed description for a visit type RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found!

Generated on Dec 6 2016 6:00PM

CAME IN WITH: MAX – A1098209 (NOT AN URGENT DOG)

 

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