RIVER – A1090849

Manhattan Center

My name is RIVER. My Animal ID # is A1090849.
I am a spayed female br brindle am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 3 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 09/22/2016 from NY 10466, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
10/01/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 47.0 LBS.

10/1/16 S/O: reported to have inappetence and CIRDC signs visual exam QAR on bed, but when beckoned, quickly jumps up and greets at front of kennel mild serous d/c from nares, sneezed A: h/o umbilical hernia CIRDC reported decreased appetite P: move ot iso doxycyline 100mg tab: two and a quarter tabs once daily for 10 days mirtazipine 15mg PO SID x2 check appetite prognosis: good if complete appetite returns 9/30/16 S/O: VC for cirdc signs, lethargy, inappetence no nasal d/c, no sneezing, came to front of cage wagging tail when beckoned ABN: SNP friendly dog A: possible dec app and lethargy P: CTM for CIRDC signs check app, if not eating add on mirtazipine, LRS, possible Cerenia 09/26/16 15:55 on VC list for sneezing ad coughing–neither observed today 9/23/16 S/O-QAR, hydrated EENT-CAU, COU, no nasal d/c MSI-BCS 3/5, amb x 4, papules with erythema in inguinal region otherwise good haircoat A-py 9/22/16 Microchip: 985112004038654 Sex: spayed female Age: appx 3y Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean Nose: no d/c Teeth: minimal staining If abnormal BCS: WNL Skin: pyoderma or other derm in inguinal area Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no; umbilical hernia Behavior: nervous but allows handling and slowly warms Medication: N/A, preventatives given

09/22/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
09/22/16 17:31 Basic Information River is a three year old female American Pitt Bull Terrier who was found as a stray by police. Police were able to easily place her inside a carrier without any issues. River tolerated handling by the police. Police stated she kept her tail between her legs all of the time. She smelled treats the police tried to hand feed her but she did not eat. She never showed any signs of aggression while under the care of the police. Police stated she kept bringing her head down Behavior during Intake River tolerated scanning and collaring. She kept her head down and tail between her legs. She did not show any signs of aggression during the intake procedure.

10/01/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: We are really hoping patience gets a reward in the form of a loving home, because this darling girl is so extraordinarily patient. In the shelter, she waits so sweetly for her walk. In the park, she waits so sweetly while other dogs are cooed over. She even walks patiently, never pulling on the leash and either wagging her tail at or ignoring any dogs who are strolling nearby. With her pouty little underbite and adorable petite size, River makes is very difficult to resist her. We hope that you will not try, and that River won’t have to wait one more moment for a family to call her own! Another volunteer writes: So petite, so quiet, so calm, so gently affectionate……yes, she has my heart. Shy at first, she warms up with some easy ‘girl talk’ as I compliment her beautiful coat, gorgeous figure, and easy going manners. Kisses, hugs, butt scratches (stretching out her back legs for complete access) and I’m completely captivated. As she watches me take photos of another dog, she’s quiet, attentive and patient. River hops back in her kennel at the end of our time together, gets on her bed to lie down head on paws. Until the next time I tell her, but I’m hoping there won’t be a ‘next time’ for me. I hope her ‘next time’ is with her new family at the beginning of her happily ever after. She deserves it, and you deserve her.

09/25/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: N/A Altered, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 9/26/16 Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. 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. Squeeze 1 / 2: 2. Dog quickly pulls back paw Toy 2. Dog keeps a firm grip, body not stiff. Summary: The behavior department would like to note that River escalated a bit in play during the Tag portion of the assessment; body checking. River displayed no other concern during her behavior assessment. PLAYGROUP: 9/23/16 River is uncomfortable in the yard, exploring the pen with a hunched over body and tucked tail. She relaxes slightly when the male greeter dog approaches but does not interact further. She does not offer correction when mounted. River arrived to the care center as a stray, so any previous interactions with other dogs are unknown. The behavior department recommends not placing River into a home with other dogs, or only calm dogs that do not engage in play, until she has had time to acclimate to her new environment. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 9/22/16 During her initial medical examination, River is nervous though warms up within minutes and allows all handling. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (Suitable for a home with an Average amount of dog experience)

09/23/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
River is uncomfortable in the yard, exploring the pen with a hunched over body and tucked tail. She relaxes slightly when the male greeter dog approaches but does not interact further. She does not offer correction when mounted. River arrived to the care center as a stray, so any previous interactions with other dogs are unknown. The behavior department feels that River may be most comfortable around calm dogs that do not engage in play, until she has had time to acclimate to her new environment.

09/22/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Microchip: 985112004038654 Sex: spayed female Age: appx 3y Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean Nose: no d/c Teeth: minimal staining If abnormal BCS: WNL Skin: pyoderma or other derm in inguinal area Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no; umbilical hernia Behavior: nervous but allows handling and slowly warms Medication: N/A, preventatives given

10/01/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
10/1/16 S/O: reported to have inappetence and CIRDC signs visual exam QAR on bed, but when beckoned, quickly jumps up and greets at front of kennel mild serous d/c from nares, sneezed A: h/o umbilical hernia CIRDC reported decreased appetite P: move ot iso doxycyline 100mg tab: two and a quarter tabs once daily for 10 days mirtazipine 15mg PO SID x2 check appetite prognosis: good if complete appetite returns 9/30/16 S/O: VC for cirdc signs, lethargy, inappetence no nasal d/c, no sneezing, came to front of cage wagging tail when beckoned ABN: SNP friendly dog A: possible dec app and lethargy P: CTM for CIRDC signs check app, if not eating add on mirtazipine, LRS, possible Cerenia 09/26/16 15:55 on VC list for sneezing ad coughing–neither observed today 9/23/16 S/O-QAR, hydrated EENT-CAU, COU, no nasal d/c MSI-BCS 3/5, amb x 4, papules with erythema in inguinal region otherwise good haircoat A-py 9/22/16 Microchip: 985112004038654 Sex: spayed female Age: appx 3y Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean Nose: no d/c Teeth: minimal staining If abnormal BCS: WNL Skin: pyoderma or other derm in inguinal area Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no; umbilical hernia Behavior: nervous but allows handling and slowly warms Medication: N/A, preventatives given

 

 

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