PRAIRIE – A1112674

Manhattan Center

My name is PRAIRIE. My Animal ID # is A1112674.
I am a female br merle and white catahoula and pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 6 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a SEIZED on 05/20/2017 from NY 11212, owner surrender reason stated was OWNER SICK.

05/29/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1112674 Prairie is At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/29/2017 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 59.6 LBS.

S/O moderate appetite overnight appears much brighter in cage today minimal nasal d/c noted, no coughing/sneezing during observation sits with hindlimbs extended A CIRDC-improving dehydration-resolved P continue LRS, cerenia through 5/31 recheck CIRDC on 6/2

05/20/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/20/17 23:57 dog was quiet and in crate allwed handling

05/24/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Quiet in her kennel but up front with a softly wagging tail, her invitation is unmistakable, so I leash her easily, and out we go. She’s so sweet, calm and gentle, a pleasure on leash, she potties as soon as we’re outside, and we head to the park. Prairie joined us when her person fell ill, and while I’m sure she’s missing what’s familiar, she’s doing a great job of handling this big change. In the park, she poses for some photos, loves watching the squirrels teasing her but never pulls towards them, wags her tail gently as I talk to her, and refuses my treats as perhaps used to better. Her coat is soft and clean, her weight shows she’s been well fed, and her gentle nature speaks of an easy soft companion. Prairie told me that a plush bed, good food, leisurely walks and a person to love is what makes her heart go pitter patter. She’s ready to give her heart away to a person who wants it, and who wouldn’t? I can’t imagine an easier, more appreciative companion than Prairie. Come meet her today.

05/22/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 5/20/17 Unaltered Female, Seized SAFER ASSESSMENT: 5/22/17 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body is trembling, her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is down, body trembling, mouth closed. Tag: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Prairie appeared fearful in the assessment room, trembling during the assessment. She approached the assessor and allowed all handling. PLAYGROUP: Prairie has appeared uncomfortable during interactions with dogs in the care center. History around dogs is unknown due to the nature of her arrival in the care center. The behavior department recommends allowing Prairie an appropriate period of decompression outside of the care center, before immediate introduction to other dogs. Future introductions should be conducted to polite dogs, on a one on one basis. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 5/21/17 During her initial medical exam, Prairie was social and allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Prairie so we cannot be certain of his 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. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) Potential challenges: _X_Fearful: Prairie is a bit fearful at the care center. It is important to always go slow and give Prairie the option to walk away from any social interaction. Prairie should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Prairie’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Prairie would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings.

05/22/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Prairie has appeared uncomfortable during interactions with dogs in the care center. History around dogs is unknown due to the nature of her arrival in the care center. The behavior department recommends allowing Prairie an appropriate period of decompression outside of the care center, before immediate introduction to other dogs. Future introductions should be conducted to polite dogs, on a one on one basis. 5/22: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Prairie is cautious and tense in body, though allows polite approach.  Prairie offers strong correction when solicited with play. 5/23: Prairie continues to offer strong correction when approached. 5/26: Prairie remains cautious when interacting with another dog. She will offer strong corrections for lingering greeting.

05/21/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
05/21/17 13:36 Initially seemed friendly, wagging, but showed some aggression/started to growl when went to look at eyes and ears, put muzzle on, was scared and growling throughout BAR Entropion lower lid OD, otherwise clear OU, mild dried/flaky debris AU, nndc OP muzzled, could not examine PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic, no coughing or sneezing ABD snp MSK amb x 4 Integ wnl BCS 6/9 UG f/i, enlarged droopy mammary glands, no discharge, no pain Neuro alert and appropriate A:Entropion lower lid OD Otitis externa P:Recommend NH placement for surgical correction of entropion Clean ears AU Apply osurnia AU Recheck in one week Good prognosis

05/29/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
S/O moderate appetite overnight appears much brighter in cage today minimal nasal d/c noted, no coughing/sneezing during observation sits with hindlimbs extended A CIRDC-improving dehydration-resolved P continue LRS, cerenia through 5/31 recheck CIRDC on 6/2

Generated on May 29 2017 6:00PM

 

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