PIEROGI – A1101245

 

 

Manhattan Center

My name is PIEROGI. My Animal ID # is A1101245.
I am a neutered male tan and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 7 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 01/09/2017 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was NYCHA BAN.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
01/17/2017 Exam Type BEHAVIORPART2 – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 37.0 LBS.

Potential challenges: _X_ Kennel presence: While we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in any other contexts, in highly emotionally charged or stressful environments Pierogi may show behavior similar to what he is currently demonstrating in his kennel. We recommend potential adopters be comfortable managing this behavior and keeping themselves safe in any similar future situations.

01/09/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
01/09/17 15:57 basic information Brownie is a 7 year old male neutered dog. Owner has had him for 6 years and got him from a friend. Owner is surrendering due to the landlord not allowing pets. There are no injuries or health concerns owner is aware about. He has seen a vet in beginning of 2016. Socalization Around strangers, he is hyper and friendly. He has not lived with any children but spent time with a 2 year old. His behavior was very rough with the child and he has tried jumping on the child. He plays rough with adults. He has not lived with any dogs, not been to any dog parks, not lived with any cats. There is no bite history of a person or animal. behavior Owner stated he is anxious when left alone and barks too much. During storms he isnt bothered. He isnt bothered with touching of food bowl, taking a bone or toy out his mouth, being restraint, He is friendly with bath time, brushing of coat. Owner has not tried trimming of nails. For the new family to know Owner described him as affectionate, playful, and excitable. His activity level is very high and owners favorite thing is how affectionate he is. When owner is home he follows you around. Brownie likes playing with balls and tugging. He was kept mostly indoors. He eats dry food and likes all treats. He is mostly house trained and uses the bathroom outside on the grass or cement. When left alone in house he is barks, and whines. He didnt have access to a yard. HE has never been crate trained. He knows sit as for command. He pulls hard on leash and owner has never had him off leash. behavior upon intake Brownie was very exuberant and showing signs of some anxiety. Client was able to collar, scan, and take intake photo. He was struggling and growling during vaccinations.

01/11/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: If this is what “middle age” looks and feels like, I want in!! At 7 years old, Pierogi is fun, lively, playful and snuggly. If we hadn’t been told he’s 7 by the only family he’s ever known, then I just wouldn’t believe it. Surrendered due to NYCHA restrictions, we’re told that he plays hard and loves well. He’s described as affectionate, doesn’t guard his things, playful, mostly housetrained, and prefers to spend his time with people vs being alone. Pierogi was shy for the first few minutes of our time together, but got super friendly quickly, was soft and wiggly with a tail that wagged a mile a minute. He’s pretty good on leash, showed off his housetraining skills, got the zoomies off leash in the pen (so cute!) and rolls in for petting. Pierogi poses for photos like a pro, showing off his sit before I ask, and he’s so good looking I’m sure his family snapped a lot of pics during their time together. If you’re looking for a lively and fun partner, a reason to get up in the morning and begin your day, an exercise buddy who won’t let you be a couch potato but also knows the value of some good cuddling, then Pierogi is your man. Come meet him today!! Another volunteer writes: What a great dog! It’s that simple. He’s great looking, rocks his bowtie and knows it — see him sit with a little smile on his face, like he knows this is what he’s meant for. In addition to posing like a rockstar, he LOVES playing with toys, amusing himself with tossing a plush toy, pouncing, running with it and having the best time. He’s an awesome playful affectionate dog looking for a new home in which to settle and love his person. Ask to meet him today.

01/17/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Altered, Owner Surrender Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward children: Spent time with a two year old who he played roughly with, jumping on the child. Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Mostly housetrained. Energy level/descriptors: Previous owner described Pierogi as affectionate, playful, and excitable with a very high activity level. Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 1/10/17 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: 2. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Jumps up and grabs leash. Settles easily at end. Squeeze 1 & 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Pierogi displayed no behavioral concerns on his assessment. He did display a high amount of energy and would benefit from daily physical exercise, such as runs, walks, and play, and mental stimulation, such as Kongs and puzzle toys. PLAYGROUP: Pierogi engages briefly in interaction and play with polite dogs. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Pierogi and respectful resident dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 1/10/17 During his initial medical exam Pierogi allowed handling. IN-SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: 1/12/17 While Pierogi is social and affectionate outside the kennel, his presence in the kennel has been challenging. We are uncertain whether his barking is due to frustration or is attention-seeking, but with unfamiliar people he has also shown signs of fear (whale eye, lip raise, lunging). He seems to do this only with new people; with his familiar caretakers he remains loose and excited to go for a walk. This is improving slowly with the use of positive reinforcement (treats) but prevents him from moving into adoptions. Once motions to open the kennel are made, Pierogi softens and shows more social behavior. We believe the kennel environment is detrimental to his behavioral health and recommend that he move into a stable home environment as quickly as possible. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience)

Potential challenges: _X_ Kennel presence: While we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in any other contexts, in highly emotionally charged or stressful environments Pierogi may show behavior similar to what he is currently demonstrating in his kennel. We recommend potential adopters be comfortable managing this behavior and keeping themselves safe in any similar future situations.

01/10/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Pierogi engages in interaction and play with polite dogs. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Pierogi and respectful resident dogs. 1/10: When introduced off leash to another dog in the care center, Pierogi briefly approaches and offers polite greeting. He then roams and bounces around the pen by himself. 1/11: Pierogi engages in running play with other playful dogs. He attempts to mount other dogs when not engaging. 1/12: Pierogi greets politely. He otherwise keeps to himself. 1/13: Pierogi engages in gentle, running play with another playful male. 1/14-16: Pierogi continues to engage in running play with both males and females.

01/10/2017 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
BARH scan negative neutered male mild tartar clean EEN clean coat allows handling NOSF

01/15/2017 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 1 – NORMAL ,
01/15/17 14:33 S: on VC for serous nasal dc, not seen on vet rounds or on observation at recheck, was mouthing/open mouth and growled a little during exam, no diarrhea seen in past few days O: BAR H AU: not examined OU: WNL Oral: mild dental tartar on canines Int: WNL Lnn: WNL CV: NMA, s&s pulses, pink moist mm Resp: clear lungs, eupnic, no discharge, no sneezing or cough Abd: SNP Repro: neutered male MS: 4x ambulatory, BCS 4/9 Neuro: mentation WNL, no ataxia A: aph P:no tx at this time px: good \BARH scan negative neutered male mild tartar clean EEN clean coat allows handling NOSF

 

 

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