RAVEL – 12205
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SAFE 11/18/17
Ravel
Hello, my name is Ravel. My animal id is #12205. I am a male tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 6 months 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 10-Nov-2017.
Ravel is at risk due to medical concerns. Ravel has been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to dogs. Behaviorally, Ravel has been assessed as being suitable for most homes.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: This guy is simply beyond adorable! He’s gorgeous in his well groomed, perfectly maintained caramel color coat. His tail wags so hard he hits his sides (seriously), he has adorable little smiley wrinkles on his face, and his eyes are filled with mirth and mischief. He loves to play, and out of all the toys I brought into the pen, he loves the banana the most, bringing it to me for a game of tug, but also sometimes playing keep-away! As he waits for a treat or a banana toss, he does a quick play bow and then a perfect sit. It’s the cutest habit ever, and it’s all so quick I couldn’t catch it on my camera. Joining me up on the bench for some hugs, he then jumps down and leans into my legs as I massage him all over, and it’s so clear he’s having the best time. He’s an active snuggler, and there’s nothing better than knowing how much a dog likes what you’re doing! Ravel may be housetrained, as that was a priority as soon as we were outside. Good boy, Ravel. Romping in exuberant play with a group of females (as of this writing he has not been with males), Ravel enjoys his canine friends as much as he does his human ones. He’s an awesomely fabulous dog ready to rock your world with fun, bows and lots of love. Are you ready to rock his? Come meet him today. Another volunteer writes: He’s gorgeous, he’s fun and friendly, he’s great with other dogs, and he was the best ‘waiting out the rain’ buddy ever. Ravel continues to show good leash manners and was used as a ‘training’ dog for new volunteers, as they are shown the best ways to leash a dog from his/her kennel and go on a walk. Rock star! When Ravel and I were leaving the park, it started to rain hard so we ducked into a doorway to wait it out. In my lap, rolling over for belly rubs, schmushing me with his head in my lap, he’s just the best! Being handsome enough to get the cover of Doggie GQ doesn’t hurt either, nor does his great behavior assessment. He’s an awesome dog for whom you should run, not walk, to adopt today.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 58.5 lbs
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020019107959 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allowed handing but skittish and easily startled Sex: intact male Estimated Age: apx 1-2y Subjective: seemingly healthy dog, some dirt spots on haircoat Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: minimal staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNl BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy dog Plan: DVM intake
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Date of intake:: 11/10/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 11/12/2017
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:: 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 down close to chew, will relinquish toy to you.
Summary:: In the assessment room, Ravel quickly approached the assessor with a soft body. He was social and playful throughout the assessment, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: Social: These dogs truly enjoy the company of other dogs. They generally get along with all other dogs and can tolerate even very rude or inappropriate behavior. **Ravel is a play group greeter dog**
Summary (1):: Ravel has displayed social, playful behavior when engaged with other dogs in the care center. History is unknown around dogs due to arriving as a stray. Based on observation made in our care, the behavior department feels that Ravel would be most compatible with other social dogs. 11/10: When introduced off leash to a group of female dogs, Ravel engages in exuberant play.
Summary (2):: 11/11: Ravel plays exuberantly with male and female dogs.
Summary (3):: 11/11-15: Ravel continues to engage in exuberant play with other dogs. 11/16: Ravel is social and playful when engaged with other dogs. He is polite when greeting dogs who are calmer and non playful.
Summary (4):: 11/17: Ravel is social and playful with groups of male and female dogs, including young puppies. He is respectful of more fearful dogs.
Date of intake:: 11/10/2017
Summary:: Upon intake, Ravel was social.
Date of initial:: 11/10/2017
Summary:: Ravel allowed all handling but was easily startled.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Ravel 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:: Ravel consistently displays highly social behavior with his human caretakers outside of his kennel. 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)
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