ROCKY – A1110620

Manhattan Center

My name is ROCKY. My Animal ID # is A1110620.
I am a neutered male silver and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS, 8 MONTHS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 04/30/2017 from OUT OF NYC, owner surrender reason stated was NEW BABY.

05/10/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Rocky A1110620 is at risk due to CIRDC diagnosis

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/09/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 66.0 LBS.

S: Quiet in cage O: Sniffling and coughing, mild SND A: CIRDC P: Move to isolation, start doxycycline 300 mg PO SID x14 days 1088

04/30/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
CLIENT SURRENDERING DOG DUE TO NEW BABBY IN HOME. THE DOG IS VERY EXCITABLE WITH THE BABY. CANT BE AROUND YOUNG CHILDREN. PREFERRED HAVING EXPERIENCE WITH DOGS. VERY HYPERACTIVE. 04/30/17 22:15

05/03/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Hey girl, you feeling stressed? Just stare into my eyes for a minute…wow, I feel better already. Rocky’s the name and if your idea of heaven is a guy with good looks, great manners and a heart as golden as these eyes then I’m thinking we might be a perfect match. Is that a treat in your other hand? I take my treats as seriously as my snuggles, and I’m looking for a family with plenty of both who’ll appreciate the special blend of soft-natured sweetness and high spirited energy I bring to the table. And the sofa. And the park. Wherever you are I’ll be right by your side, eager to please and ready to impress. Sure, I’m a humble guy but you should know that I know how to ‘come’, ‘sit’ and ‘shake paw’ like a pro, that I walk well in a harness and that I’m always happy to make time for new friends of any species. I may be neutered but I still know where to fetch the best balls, and I’m totally cool with sharing toys and my food, too. I promise, the only thing I’ll ever guard is this fire in my heart for you and yours. So why don’t we make it official? Take my paw, look deep into my eyes and make the best decision of your life. Let’s build our forever home…together.

Another volunteer writes: Hello humans! My name is Rocky, and I’m on the market for my Adrian. But I should probably get a few things out of the way before we go any further. Unlike the other Rocky, I’m not a boxer, and I don’t eat raw eggs. I do run up the stairs at a pretty good clip, but really I’m just a gentle giant. I love taking walks with my human friends, and I know “sit” and take treats very gently. Treats are the bomb, am I right? I would rather eat treats than raw eggs any day of the week! Bonus—I’m quite the looker. Maybe you’re into that sort of thing, maybe not. But I’ve been told I’m very handsome. But really the most important thing is that I’m a sweet boy, and I would like to be a furry companion. I hope you will consider helping me find my forever home!

05/02/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Limited Profile 4/30/17 Neutered, Owner Surrender Behavior toward children: Too excitable with young children Energy level/descriptors: Rocky is described as having a very high level of activity. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 5/2/17 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. He 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, closed mouth. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His body is between you and the toy, and he is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness. Summary: Rocky displayed no concerning behaviors on his assessment and was social throughout. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: Rocky engages in bouncy play with other dogs in the care center. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Rocky and social or tolerant resident dogs. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 4/30/17 During his initial medical exam, Rocky was tense. ENERGY LEVEL: Rocky’s previous owner described him as having a very high level of activity. 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.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No young children (under 5): Due to the statement by the previous owner that Rocky becomes too excitable around young children, we recommend a home without young children. Older children should have an in depth interaction prior to adoption. Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control: Rocky’s previous owner stated that he was very excited and too much for young children. He jumped up on the assessor during his 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; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended.

05/02/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Rocky engages in bouncy play with other dogs in the care center. The behavior department recommends slow introductions between Rocky and social or tolerant resident dogs. 5/2: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog Rocky approaches and greets politely. He becomes a bit uncomfortable with and avoids play. 5/3: Rocky actively solicits pushy play today. 5/4: Rocky engages in pushy, pawsy play with a female dog. 5/8: Rocky is playful and solicitous. 5/9: Rocky is playful and offers bows and slaps to solicit. He is tolerant of highly vocal, mouthy play.5/15: Rocky engages in running play with males and females.

05/01/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: reported to be 2 years old Microchip noted on Intake? yes History : owner surrender due to new baby in the house Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – initially interactive and friendly; struggled/resisted restraint Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: no ocular or nasal discharge; AU clean Oral Exam: mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; mod tartar, minimal staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4 small skin tag on L shoulder 1 inch, thickened, raised, slightly alopecic lump on head-expressed thick sebaceous material CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:not performed Assessment sebaceous cyst skin tag Plan monitor cyst-if becomes ulcerated or infected, then rec’d removal skin tag likely benign-monitor for changes Prognosis: excellent SURGERY: neutered

05/09/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
S: Quiet in cage O: Sniffling and coughing, mild SND A: CIRDC P: Move to isolation, start doxycycline 300 mg PO SID x14 days 1088

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