ROMEO A1096995

Manhattan Center

My name is ROMEO. My Animal ID # is A1096995.
I am a male tan and white chihuahua lh mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 11/16/2016 from NY 10468, owner surrender reason stated was NO TIME.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/18/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 12.0 LBS.

11/18/16 S/O: very nevous, but readily allows examination EENT: pink gums, retained upper R deciduous canine, focal tartar between adult and deciduous R upper canine OU: prolapsed nictitans, otherwise eyes open, comfortable, no d/c ABN: SNP UROGEN: MI, both testicles descended M/S: amb x4, bCS 3/5 H/L: no m/a, shaking a little during exam (nervous), unable to take RR, HR=150 A: cherry eye OU MI mild increased temp- r/o nervousness retained R upper canine with focal tartar P: ok to move to adoption cherry eye carries good prognosis- rec corrective surgery, as long term rubbing of nictitans on corneal surface can lead to scarring and infection. If sx cannot be pursued can apply artificial teas TID to promote lubricated surface long term rec dental px to extract deciduous tooth and assess oral health 11/17/16 15:47 BAR, nervous, starts to growl if you get too close Cherry eye OU (OD>OS), clean AU, nndc OP 1/4 PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic ABD snp MSK amb x 4 Integ wnl BCS 4/9 UG m/i Neuro a/a A:Cherry eye OU NOSF P:Recommend surgery for cherry eye Great prognosis 11/16/16: SCAN NEGATIVE BRIGHT ALERT RESPONSIVE HYDRATED PHYSICAL EXAM- INTACT MALE. YOUNG DOG EARS, BODY COAT- WNL OU– CHERRY EYES AMB X 4 ESTIMATED WEIGHT ~ 12 IBS APPLIED ACTIVYL. 0.6 PYRANTEL PO GAVE. ALLOWS HANDLING NOSF

11/16/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/16/16 20:27 Basic Information Romeo is a 5 year old male Chihuahua mix. Owner is surrendering her pet because she cannot physically take care of it due to her health. Owner adopted Romeo from a family member around four years ago. Owner stated Romeo has cherry eyes. She took him to a vet about a few months back but could not afford the cost of the medical care needed. Socialization Romeo is friendly around strangers. He has spent time with kids ages 2 and 3. He is tolerant of the kids. He plays in a gentle manner with kids and adults. He has never lived or spent time with other dogs, cats, or any other kind of animal. He has never bitten a person or animal. Behavior Owner stated Romeo barks too much. He hides when he hears thunder. Owner stated he guards food, treats of any kind, and toys. He growls when you try to take away his food, treats of any kind, and toys. Owner has never trimmed his nails. He is not bothered by any kind of handling. He will bark if someone knocks on the door or if someone unfamiliar approaches his owner. For a New Family to Know Romeo is described as friendly, playful, and excitable with a high activity level. He likes to sleep with his owner. He likes to follow his owner around when home. He likes to play with balls, stuffed toys, and chew style toys. He plays fetch. He slept in his own bed and was kept indoors only. He was fed Pedigree wet dog food. Owner gave him 2 cans per day. He is house-trained and will go potty on wee-wee pads. He is well behaved when left home alone. He has never been left in a yard or crate trained. He does not know any commands. For exercise he plays with his toys at home. Owner hardly walks him so he does not pull. Behavior during Intake Romeo tolerated all handling. I was able to pick him up and place him on our counter for his photo without any issues. No signs of aggression were displayed.

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11/17/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Unaltered, Owner Surrender Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward children: Tolerant Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown FG/RG: Growls when his food, treats, or toys are taken away Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Goes on wee-wee pads Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, playful, and excitable with a high activity level Other notes: Upon intake Romeo tolerated handling. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/17/16 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. His body posture is stiff and fearful; his tail is low and not moving. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, his tail is between his legs, body stiff, mouth closed. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body low and a bit fearful. Squeeze 1: 2. Dog quickly pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 2. Dog quickly pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. No interest. Dog/dog: 2. Dog does not approach helper dog Summary: Romeo was a bit fearful throughout his assessment but allowed all handling. PLAYGROUP: When off leash with other dogs Romeo ignores interaction and keeps to himself. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/16/16 During his initial medical exam Romeo allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience _X_No children (under 13) Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Romeo has been observed to display fearful behavior during his stay at our care centers; at times will avoid interaction and shy away from direct-touch. Romeo easily startles and is made uncomfortable by loud noises and sudden movement and will display proper warning signals as well as increase distance from anything that may present a threat. We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed as a result of his environment. A period of decompression is advised before introduction or exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training is advised.) _X_Resource guarding (We cannot be certain whether any guarding or possessive behavior may appear in a home environment, but we recommend adopters comfortable with safe management and modification of guarding behavior in case it does.)

11/18/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
11/18: When off leash with other dogs Romeo ignores interaction and keeps to himself.

11/16/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
SCAN NEGATIVE BRIGHT ALERT RESPONSIVE HYDRATED PHYSICAL EXAM- INTACT MALE. YOUNG DOG EARS, BODY COAT- WNL OU– CHERRY EYES AMB X 4 ESTIMATED WEIGHT ~ 12 IBS APPLIED ACTIVYL. 0.6 PYRANTEL PO GAVE. ALLOWS HANDLING NOSF

11/18/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
11/18/16 S/O: very nevous, but readily allows examination EENT: pink gums, retained upper R deciduous canine, focal tartar between adult and deciduous R upper canine OU: prolapsed nictitans, otherwise eyes open, comfortable, no d/c ABN: SNP UROGEN: MI, both testicles descended M/S: amb x4, bCS 3/5 H/L: no m/a, shaking a little during exam (nervous), unable to take RR, HR=150 A: cherry eye OU MI mild increased temp- r/o nervousness retained R upper canine with focal tartar P: ok to move to adoption cherry eye carries good prognosis- rec corrective surgery, as long term rubbing of nictitans on corneal surface can lead to scarring and infection. If sx cannot be pursued can apply artificial teas TID to promote lubricated surface long term rec dental px to extract deciduous tooth and assess oral health 11/17/16 15:47 BAR, nervous, starts to growl if you get too close Cherry eye OU (OD>OS), clean AU, nndc OP 1/4 PLN wnl H/L reg, no obvious murmur, ssp, lungs clear/eupenic ABD snp MSK amb x 4 Integ wnl BCS 4/9 UG m/i Neuro a/a A:Cherry eye OU NOSF P:Recommend surgery for cherry eye Great prognosis 11/16/16: SCAN NEGATIVE BRIGHT ALERT RESPONSIVE HYDRATED PHYSICAL EXAM- INTACT MALE. YOUNG DOG EARS, BODY COAT- WNL OU– CHERRY EYES AMB X 4 ESTIMATED WEIGHT ~ 12 IBS APPLIED ACTIVYL. 0.6 PYRANTEL PO GAVE. ALLOWS HANDLING NOSF

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