REMY – A1112652

Manhattan Center

My name is REMY. My Animal ID # is A1112652.
I am a female gold and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 05/20/2017 from NY 10029, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

05/24/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Remy A1112652 is at risk for a New Hope Only behavior determination. Remy has shown discomfort with a range of stimuli in the care center (some types of touch, quick movements, interactions with other dogs), and has given repeated warning signs in these situations. The warning signs are clear and Remy ops to flee or avoid when able, but shows potential to escalate if her requests are not respected.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/24/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 48.2 LBS.

S/O: Alert in kennel, but hacking cough. A: CIRDC P: Move to isolation, start doxycycline 250 mg PO SID x14 days. 1088

05/20/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/20/17 17:25 During intake Remy had a low slow wagging tail. She took treats from the counselor gently. Each time the counselor engaged with her, Remy would seem interested in the counselor (tail wagging, ears relaxed, loose body) but then her body would get still, she would be looked at the counselor and howl bark (she would not move backwards or forwards during these howl barks). The counselor was still able to handle her and be around her, despite this barking. Remy was very responsive when there was a treat in the counselor’s hand and the counselor continued to ask Remy to sit and would give Remy the treat. Remy’s tail would be wagging for the most park when the counselor called her name. Profile for when Remy was in Finder’s home: Remy stayed in her Finder’s home for two nights. Her Finder has an 8 year old son and there was also a 4 year old and a 6 year old in the house. Remy was friendly and playful with these children. There were no other pets in the home. Remy did not bite or attempt to bite anyone while in home. She played with the children and adults exuberantly. Her Finder did not attempt to touch Remy or Remy’s food while eating. Her Finder did not attempt to bathe her. Counselor asked the Finder if Remy did the same- still body howl bark- with her in her home and she said yes, but would ignore Remy and Remy would not pursue the people at home.

05/24/2017 WEB MEMO

A volunteer writes:

Remy is a name associated only with the finer things in life. How fitting then that I can so easily imagine our Remy lounging about the French countryside, enjoying the very best music and of course the finest spirits. She is a gold and white girl (there’s that luxury again), petite at only 48 lbs, and with a delicate frame like she was sculpted from fine china or carved out of glass. But looks, they are deceiving. For underneath that fine exterior is a playful and fitful girl. A goofball with the most pristine finish, a tomboy wrapped in lace. Once I’m done admiring Remy’s stunning good looks she greets me with a bold and surprising “WOOF!” And gone is the shy girl I’d heard about so recently. Remy is easy leashed and out we go where she takes treats happily from my hand, climbs into my lap, and lets me inundate her with pets and compliments, both of which she’s surely no stranger to. At the end of our time together she is easily leashed once more and climbs happily back into her kennel, like easing herself back onto a lounge chair or a chaise. “Adieu, Remy,” I say to her quietly. And even though I’ve just been to the same yard as always, to nowhere grand, been nowhere special, I feel like I have. Remy is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC.

05/23/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Limited Profile 5/20/17 Unaltered Female, Stray (With finder for two nights) Previously lived with: Adults and children (ages four, six, and eight) Behavior toward children: Played exuberantly SAFER ASSESSMENT: 5/23/17 Look: 3. Dog jumps away and barks once at the assessor, and will not allow Assessor to conduct the assessment. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is closed. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Remy appeared uncomfortable with som handling on her assessment, jumping away when her face was touched and barking, and becoming stiff when her paw was touched. PLAYGROUP: Remy has not appeared comfortable engaging with dogs in the care center. The behavior department recommends allowing Remy an initial period of decompression before immediate introduction to dogs outside of the care center. Future introductions should be supervised, and conducted with respectful dogs at a slow pace. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 5/20/17 During her initial medical exam, Remy was tense, growling, and barking. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Remy so we cannot be certain of her 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: New Hope Only _X_No children (under 13): Due to how uncomfortable Remy is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. _X_New Hope Only: Due to the fear and avoidance behavior displayed in the care center, we believe Remy may benefit best from placement with a New Hope partner who can assess her behavior further in a home environment before placement into a permanent home. Potential challenges: _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Remy has been noted to become uncomfortable with handling at times, especially when a person is touching her face or moving quickly. It is important to always go slow and give Remy the option to walk away from any social interaction. Remy should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Remy’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Remy may do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings. _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Remy gives clear warnings when she is uncomfortable by backing away and barking and does seem to choose to avoid or retreat when given the opportunity, but if prevented from moving away there is a potential to escalate to higher-level warning behaviors and possible fear-based aggression. It is important to move slowly with Remy, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Remy to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention.

05/22/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Remy has not appeared comfortable engaging with dogs in the care center. The behavior department recommends allowing Remy an initial period of decompression before immediate introduction to dogs outside of the care center. Future introductions should be supervised, and conducted with respectful dogs at a slow pace. 5/22: Remy retreats, hard barks, and continuously growls when approached at the gate by the greeter dog. 5/23: Remy is nervous, and avoidant of approach from the greeter dog.

05/20/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
05/20/17 18:09 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~2 years Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative History : Subjective: Observed Behavior – growling, hard stare, very stiff, barking Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective T = — P = — R = — BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited exam due to behavior, adult dentition PLN: not examined due to behavior H/L: WNL ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female, suspect intact (no spay scar or tattoo seen), no MGTs palpated MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, underweight body condition CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment ~2 year old female intact dog underweight body condition Plan Place TID feeding sign Prognosis: Good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

05/24/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
S/O: Alert in kennel, but hacking cough. A: CIRDC P: Move to isolation, start doxycycline 250 mg PO SID x14 days. 1088

Generated on May 24 2017 6:00PM

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