POTATO – 15811
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SAFE 12/28/17
Potato
Hello, my name is Potato. My animal id is #15811. I am a male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 09-Dec-2017.
Potato is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex. Potato will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. There are no behavior concerns for Potato at this time, average determination.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Cute is the first word that comes to mind when I look at Potato. A giant rabbit in a cow print coat, rather trim but well dressed and super friendly. Potato is ready when you are, leashed in no time and the best little walker. He does his business on the way without marking, does not chase the birds and did not respond when another dog, although slightly smaller than him barked at us. He cried when the salt used to melt the snow hurt his paws and let me clean him without any problem. A treat was in order. Potato gave me a perfect sit and gulped a handful of duck jerkies. Potato gets very attached to people, staff and volunteers and doing the hallway with him means stopping many times for standing hugs initiated by him. He loves caresses and appears so disappointed when a “friend” leaves him. He seems to be mixed up in the canine meet and greet department and once adopted or fostered, Potato will have to learn proper socialization with his peers. Potato is at the Manhattan Care Center, dreaming of a warm hearth, a safe home and a master or family to love. Come and meet him soon..
My medical notes are…
Weight: 34.4 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:1-2y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective:slight kink in tail Observed Behavior -wags tail, jumpy, seeks petting 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, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male 2 testes 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:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Multiple episodes of diarrhea noted within the last 48 hours; coughing reported today S/O -BAR, sweet boy -no nasal discharge, sneezing or coughing noted -mm pk, sl tacky; CRT <2 sec -eupnic -soft abdomen -underweight A 1. Diarrhea-r/o parasites vs stress colitis vs diet P panacur granules PO SID x 5 days metronidazole 250 mg PO BID x 7 days CTM for coughing
Hx: multiple episodes of diarrhea reported over the last 48 hours, one episode of liquid diarrhea this morning; scheduled for neuter S/O -BAR, slightly less energetic than yesterday -mucoserous nasal discharge, sneezing, hacking cough with end gag -mm pk, sl tacky; CRT <2 sec -eupnic -soft abdomen -severe interdigital erythema, noted to be frequently licking/chewing -underweight A 1. Diarrhea 2. Underweight 3. CIRDC 4. Interdigital dermatitis, severe P move to isolation dexamethasone SP 4 mg/ml: 0.4 ml SQ once today doxycycline 150 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 4 days LRS 300 ml SQ SID x 2 days i/d food only continue metronidazole, panacur monitor diarrhea to ensure it responds to treatment
Temporary waiver from ACC surgery due to CIRDC as per Dr.1382.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Potato allowed all handling by counselor. He had a wiggly body and took treats from counselor gently.
Date of intake:: 12/9/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 12/10/2017
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:: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
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:: Potato approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He jumped up on the assessor several times in a social manner. He allowed all handling, was social throughout, and displayed not concerning behaviors.
Summary (1):: Potato initially displayed interest in socializing with the helper dog, though quickly became uncomfortable with approach, offering lingering correction which required intervention from the handlers. The behavior department feels recommends a period of decompression as the only resident dog until his behavior around them can be further explored, as this behavior has not yet been followed up on in shelter. Follow up should be conducted under close supervision. 12/11: Potato displays soft, wiggly body language when approaching the female greeter dog at the gate. When introduced off-leash, Potato briefly mimics the playful behavior offered by the greeter. Potato quickly becomes uncomfortable and begins to vocalize, growl, and offer strong, lingering correction. While behavior is interrupted by human handlers, Potato quickly follows, tense, attempting to jump on the female dog’s back.
Date of intake:: 12/9/2017
Summary:: Upon intake, Potato allowed all handling by counselor.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Potato so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, 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.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Potato remains calm in the shelter environment and social with handlers. He maintains a loose wiggly body throughout interactions and solicits attention from handlers.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control
Potential challenges comments:: 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 her to control her impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended.
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