PIGLET – 32595

PIGLET – 32595

Location: Brooklyn,  Intake Date: 6/27/18,  Intake Type: Owner Surrender

Medical Behavior: –,  Sex: Neutered,  Age: 13 years, Weight: — lbs

Original Location: 11385

DVM Intake Exam; Estimated age:13 reported; Microchip noted on Intake?y; Microchip Number (If Applicable):095816109; History : o surrender; Subjective: Observed Behavior -scared but allows full exam; Objective ; T =; P =80; R =pant; BCS 6/9; EENT: Eyes clear, ou crusty dc od meibominan gland mass, no nasal or ocular discharge noted; Oral Exam:severe dental dz; PLN: No enlargements noted; H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic; ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated; U/G:neutered; MSI: Ambulatory x 4,; multiple skin masses, hard. two on rf leg, one on antebrachium is black and ulcerated. noted mass in antecubital area, right mndibular area. lipoma sternal; CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities; Assessment: dental disease, multiple skin masses. conjunctivitis; Prognosis:fair. rule out malignancy for larger masses; Plan: recc biopsy of larger mass.; consider dental; tab ou bid

Let’s get to know each other a bit more…

Basic Information:  Piglet is a small brown and black neutered dog that was surrendered by his owner due to the fact he is no longer able to care for them. The owner stated that his sister gave him the dog and she got the Piglet from a breeder when Piglet was 8 weeks old.

Previously lived with:  Owner
How is this dog around strangers?  Owner stated that when around strangers Piglet is friendly and outgoing. When playing with adults he is gentle.
How is this dog around children?  Piglet has spent time around children and he is respectful. when playing with children he is gentle.
How is this dog around other dogs?  Piglet has spent time in the home around another small dog and he was relaxed and affectionate. When playing with other dogs he is gentle.
How is this dog around cats?  Piglet has not spent time in the home around cats so it is unknown how he will react.
Resource guarding:  Piglet is not bothered if someone was to touch his food treats or toys. If someone unfamiliar approaches the home or a family member he will bark.
Bite history:  Piglet has no bite history.
Housetrained:  Yes
Energy level/descriptors:  Medium

Other Notes:  Owner stated that overall Piglet behaves well. During loud noises or fire works he is not bothered. Piglet is also not bothered by being bathed brushed or having his nails trimmed. he is friendly if he is restrained pushed off the couch or disturbed while he sleep.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?  No
Medical Notes;  No reported medical concerns.

For a New Family to Know:  Owner described Piglet as friendly and affectionate. when at home he likes to follow his owner around. He likes to play with chew bones and stuffed toys. He has been kept mostly indoors and eats dry dog food. When using the bathroom outside he will go on the grass or cement. When left alone in the home or yard he is well behaved. Piglet has never been crated so it is unknown how he will react. Piglet knows how to sit and come when called. When on the leash he does not pull. When off the leash he might run away.

Behavior Notes:  During intake Piglet allowed the counselor to collar him and take his picture with no problems.

Details on my behavior are…

Summary (1):  According to Piglet’s previous owner, Piglet was relaxed and social with the other resident dog.
6/28: When off leash at the Care Centers, Piglet greets a group of small male and female dogs with a neutral posture. He explores the yard, mostly keeping to himself.

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