PEGGY MAY – 21633
Safe - 3-5-2018 Manhattan
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SAFE 03/05/18
Peggy May
Hello, my name is Peggy May. My animal id is #21633. I am a female gray dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 26-Feb-2018.
Peggy May is at risk for both medical and behavior reasons. Peggy May has been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Peggy May’s behavior at the care center has been deteriorating, she has started to show stress behaviors such as pacing in kennel, growling and hard barking at people and other dogs walking past. We recommend Peggy May be placed in a dog experienced, adult only home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Peggy May. The girl so nice we named her twice. It’s fitting that our beautiful girl has double the names, as I have double the praise to sing of her. First, there’s her obvious beauty. A gorgeous, grey ghost with ears like doves perched atop her head and a coat so soft you’ll find your eyes falling closed every single time you pet her. But little Peggy is far from an untouchable piece of art, masterpiece though she is. She is the wiggliest, silliest, goofiest, loveliest, most lovey-dovey, snuggly, cuddly girl you’ll ever know. Good luck sitting alone when our munchkin is nearby. Peggy sees every lap as an open invitation and every pair of arms as parentheses just waiting to hold her. And how lucky that makes you. Because to have a bad day, a sour moment, or a cloud-filled sky just isn’t a possibility with this superstar in your orbit. Peggy May comes to us as a stray so much of her past is unknown. I know she is a beautiful walker, a well-mannered taker of treats, and one of the most people-loving creatures I’ve ever had the pleasure to know. In fact Peggy is such a people pup that she would prefer to be your one and only, the sole furry apple of your eye. But with a shimmering light that shines this bright, trust me – you’ll never be wanting for another. Peggy would do best with an experienced family who can help further her socialization with other pups but without any others in the home for now. And one with plenty of laps for her to squeeze her way on to, and plenty of arms to hold her tight.Peggy May. So nice we named her twice. And double the sweetness, fun, and love to give some lucky someone for the rest of their life. Peggy May is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 50 lbs
26/02/2018
BARH scanned positive for a microchip#981020019255930 female intact allowed handling approx 3 yrs old mild tartar crusty nose clean eyes, ears, body coat thinning hair on top of head swollen vulva, poss in heat BCS 5/9 NOSF
27/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:2-3 y Microchip noted on Intake?y Microchip Number (If Applicable):981020019255930 History :stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -playful. seeks petting, exposes belly Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =80 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: no ss seen MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan:ohe SURGERY: Okay for surgery
27/02/2018
Brief recheck Diarrhea reported for the first time on 2/26. None noted today. p is BAR, walking around in kennel, barking, and start growling. Eating/drinking normally per ACS staff. No other concerns reported. P: ctm for any further diarrhea episodes. Add on Fortiflora if needed.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 2/26/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 2/27/2018
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. 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:: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends (may need coaxing to approach). Dog is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor.
Paw squeeze 1:: 2. Dog quickly pulls back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 2. Dog quickly pull back.
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:: Peggy May was distracted at first in the assessment room, sniffing around the room. When coaxed, she approached the assessor with a soft body. She was social during the assessment, but at times became a bit distracted sniffing around the room. She allowed all handling and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: Based on behavior observed in the care center, a single dog residence is recommended for Peggy May. See below for more details.
Summary (1):: 2/26: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Peggy May initially avoids approach. When sniffed by the greeter dog, Peggy May stands on his back and growls with increasing intensity. She lip curls when approached once more and the interaction is ended.
Date of intake:: 2/26/2018
Summary:: Peggy May was active and playful.
Date of initial:: 2/26/2018
Summary:: Peggy May allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Peggy May so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. However, she is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: Single-pet home,Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: Single pet home/no dogs: Due to concerning behavior displayed toward the helper dog (standing over, growling), it is recommended that Peggy May be the only resident dog until follow up on behavior around dogs can be conducted outside of a shelter environment.
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