ROODY – 14717

ROODY – 14717

Intake Date: 11/27/17,  Intake Type: Stray

Medical Behavior: Green,  Age: 14 years,  Sex: Male,  Weight: — lbs

LVT intake; Estimated age: 10 + years; Microchip: scanned negative for microchip; BCS – very emaciated, and dehydrated; ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated ; MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat; Front paws have wounds on sides especially the right paw. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities

A Little Bit About Me…

A Volunteer writes : Don’t let 14 year-old Roody’s age fool you. This frosted-faced funny boy is about as silly and spry as they come, loving nothing more on a recent fall day than an endless game of fetch under the sun on the cool green grass. But with a refined and elegant gentleman such as this you should come to expect three things: 1) Manners. Roody’s been around the block (literally) enough to know his way around terrific leash manners, gentle treat taking, and sitting without being asked. 2) Personality for days. Handsome as Roody is he didn’t get this far on good looks. Nope. Our silver fox will launch a charm offensive on you so full of silly grunts and playful winks you won’t even know what hit you. And trust me. You won’t care.  3) Cuddles. Tricks are for kids and so are long runs, brisk walks, jumps, leaps, and dives. No. Home is where the heart is and that’s Roody’s preferred spot for sure, sleeping the day away, under someone’s arm, or lying at the feet of one that he loves.  Roody comes to us as a stray so not much is known about his former life. He did live briefly with his finder who had young children and a cat both of which Roody was respectful towards. Roody is quite underweight so could definitely use some delicious, home-cooked meals and of course a proper vet visit. Roody is relaxed and well-mannered, playful towards other dogs at the shelter, and would do best with someone committed to giving this special senior the golden years he deserves. They say you’re only as old as you feel and with this wonderful boy by your side?  You’re sure to be forever young. Roody is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC.

Let’s get to know each other a bit more…

Basic Information: Roody is a tan and white medium sized dog, estimated to be about 10 years old. He was found as a stray on 11/24/17. His finder attempted to keep him but was not permitted by his landlord to do so.
Previously lived with: 2 adults , 2 children, 1 dog, 1 cat
How is this dog around strangers? Around strangers Roody is friendly and outgoing and relaxed.
How is this dog around children? Roody lived with a 2 year old and a 6 year old for 3 days. With them he was relaxed and affection. He allowed them to pet them but did not play.
How is this dog around other dogs? Around dogs, Rudy barks and wants to interact. He lived with another small breed dog for 3 days but was not allowed to interact with him.
How is this dog around cats? Around cats Roody is said to be respectul. He lived with a cat for 3 days. With the cat he did not play.
Resource guarding: If his food bowl was touched, Roody kept eating with a relaxed body. When he takes treats he was gentle.
Bite history: Roody did not attempt to bite his finders.
Housetrained: Yes
Energy level/descriptors: medium
Other Notes: He was not allowed on furniture and wasn’t bothered if disturbed while sleeping. He is friendly when given a bath. He’s friendly if his paws are touched , if an unfamiliar person approached the home or his finder.
Medical Notes : Roody is underweight but has not been seen by a vet.
For a New Family to Know : Roody is described as friendly, mellow and fearful of fast movements, he flinches. The two things his finder liked most about him were he is calm and well behaved. When her previous owner was home she would tend to follow him around. He was kept indoors and at night he slept outside his finders bedroom. He ate dry dog chow. He is house trained but had an accident once when not taken out on time. He barked when left alone indoors. He knows the cue sit. He was walked 2 times a day and pulled lightly on the leash.

My medical notes are…

DVM Intake Exam : Estimated age:  Microchip noted on Intake?   History : stray  Subjective:  Observed Behavior -wags tail, calm Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective : T =  P =60  R =pant  BCS 4/9  EENT: sclerosis ou, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted  Oral Exam: heavy tartar, some gum hyperplasia
PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, few skin tags, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: dental dz, skin tags, underweight Prognosis:fair  Plan:no treatment at this time SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age

Details on my behavior are…

Date of assessment: 28-Nov-2017
Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Flank squeeze 1: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2: Item not conducted
Toy: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary: Roody approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He allowed all handling, was social, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
PLAY GROUP :
11/28: When introduced off leash to a female dog, Roody engages in some bouncy play.
Date of intake: 27-Nov-2017
Summary: Roody had a relaxed body and allowed handling.
Date of initial: 27-Nov-2017
Summary: Roody allowed handling.
ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Roody so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

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