REX – A1121971

Manhattan Center

My name is REX. My Animal ID # is A1121971.
I am a male br brindle and white am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 08/14/2017 from NY 10453, owner surrender reason stated was BITEPEOPLE.

08/23/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Rex A1121971 is at risk for a New Hope Only behavior determination, including a multiple-bite history. He has been highly social with his caretakers in-shelter, but had two warning bite incidents with two family members in the home.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/23/2017 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NH ONLY, Weight 46.8 LBS.

Previous exams were visual only due to bite history; presents for more in depth exam S/O BAR, appears friendly in cage-wags tail slowly; a little tense outside of cage but allows all restraint and handling with no concerns; muzzled for exam as a precaution only due to previous bite history mm pk, moist reverse sneezing, slightly mucoid nasal discharge OU-clear eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft, nonpainful abdomen; no palpable abnormalities healthy hair coat with no masses or parasites noted male intact, 2 scrotal testicles A CIRDC P baytril 136 mg tabs: 1.5 tab PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 3 days prognosis: good with treatment temp s/n waiver due to CIRDC

08/14/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/14/17 14:21 Basic Information: Rex is a brindle and white large 2 years old dog. Socialization: Rex was friendly around strangers. He lived with a 7 years old who he was playful towards. He lived with a 3 years old dog and 6 months old dog who he was playful towards. He played exuberantly with adults and children. He played exuberantly with other dogs. Rex has a bite history please read DOH memo. Behavior: He was not bothered by storms and fireworks. He was friendly when his food bowl was touched while he was eating. He was not bothered when his bones, toys, and treats were taken away. He was not bothered by being pushed or pulled off furniture. He was friendly during bath and not bothered by having his coat brushed. He was friendly when unfamiliars approached his house and family members. For a New Family to Know: He was described as a friendly, affectionate, and independent dog. His activity level was medium. His favorite activity was watching tv with his previous owner or eating bones. He followed the previous owner around the ouse. His favorite toys were balls and chewable bones. His favorite game was fetch and chase. He was kept mostly indoors but used to had the free choice to go outdoors in his old house. He was very house trained and rarely had accidents. He was well behaved when left alone in the house. He was never crate trained. He pulled slightly on the leash. During Intake: Rex tolerated handling and allowed collaring with the previous owner’s assistance. Admissions counselor was able to walk him to his kennel. He had a relaxed body and was very obedient as he would sat on command.

WEB MEMO
No Web Memo

08/22/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
CANINE EVALUATION TEMPLATE FOR: Rex A1121971 KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile 8/14/2017 Unneutered male, owner surrender Previously lived with: adults, seven year old child, two other dogs, a puppy Behavior toward strangers: Social Behavior toward children: Playful with resident child Behavior toward dogs: Playful Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: Yes; resident child bit Rex on the paw, he then bit the child. Rex has also bitten the owner when owner went to pull him by the collar and pushed his face into a urine spot. Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, affectionate, and independent with a medium activity level. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 8/18/2017 Look: 1. Dog is initially difficult to position, high energy and movement. Once positioned, leans forward to lick the Assessor’s face with tail wagging, ears back and eyes averted. Sensitivity: 2. Dog is initially difficult to position, shoulder rub. Once positioned, leans in and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, mouth closed, lip lick Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor. He is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Squeeze 1/ 2: 1. Dog is initially difficult to position, high energy and movement. Once positioned, does not pull back his paw. Toy 1: 1. Dog playfully engages, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. He does not place his body between you and the toy. Summary: Rex was difficult to position for up-close tactile handling, attempted to increase distance between dog and assessor, but tolerated handling once positioned. He was fairly distracted throughout his assessment though displayed no behavior concerns. INTAKE BEHAVIOR 8/14/2017 During intake, Rex allowed all handling. ENERGY LEVEL: His owner reports Rex having a medium level of energy. In the care center, Rex displays a high level of activity. He is a young, social, enthusiastic dog who will benefit from daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend daily walks, runs, exercise, and play.

IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: At the care center Rex has displayed highly social behavior with handlers, seeking attention and petting when outside of his kennel. He is easily handled by all staff. He engages in exuberant fetch play with balls when outside in the pens, trading nicely for treats or balls. RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_No children _X_New Hope Only: Due to Rex’ multiple bite history, we believe placement with a New Hope only rescue partner would be most beneficial at this time. Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control: Rex was a bit difficult to position and lacked focus during his handling assessment. It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. _X_ Potential for defensive aggression: Rex has shown that if bitten he will bite in defense. While we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in any other contexts, in highly emotionally charged or stressful environments where someone/something causes Rex physical pain he may show similar response. It is important to make sure Rex is not pushed to escalate to a bite by being in unsafe situations that can cause him harm. _X_Multiple bite history

GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
No Group Behavior Summary

08/18/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
08/18/17 14:18 VISUAL EXAM ONLY DUE TO BEHAVIOR DOH bite hold DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~2 years Microchip noted on Intake? History : Subjective: Observed Behavior – at front of cage, appeared interested in interacting, loose body Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective T = P = R = BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted, no c/s, no CIRDC signs Oral Exam: not examined PLN: not examined H/L: not examined ABD: not examined U/G: male intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no masses noted, healthy hair coat and skin CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not examined Assessment ~2 year old MI dog DOH bite hold apparently healthy Plan: Recommend in-house surgery for neuter; check heart with handler pre-op and perform LVT intake at time of neuter Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery

08/23/2017 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating NH ONLY
Previous exams were visual only due to bite history; presents for more in depth exam S/O BAR, appears friendly in cage-wags tail slowly; a little tense outside of cage but allows all restraint and handling with no concerns; muzzled for exam as a precaution only due to previous bite history mm pk, moist reverse sneezing, slightly mucoid nasal discharge OU-clear eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft, nonpainful abdomen; no palpable abnormalities healthy hair coat with no masses or parasites noted male intact, 2 scrotal testicles A CIRDC P baytril 136 mg tabs: 1.5 tab PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 3 days prognosis: good with treatment temp s/n waiver due to CIRDC

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