ROSE – 12659
Safe - 11-21-2017 Brooklyn
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SAFE 11/21/17
Rose
Hello, my name is Rose. My animal id is #12659. I am a female gray dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 14-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- landlord won’t allow.
Rose is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Upper Respiratory Disease Complex and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other dogs.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 44.8 lbs
BAR appropriate mentation Eyes- clear, clean nose – clear, clean ears – red, clean female – intact no injuries noted bleeding from the rectum produced small amount of raspberry jam stool. called on call Vet and alerted her that it looks like HGE. Advised to give metronidazole 15mg/kg BID x 7 days. Gave first dose tonight in food. If eating, can vax. Did not vaccinate, will leave for her to settle, she became head shy. Will be better to everything for intake at once (vax, hwt, dvm exam).
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~3-4 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s. Had hematochezia overnight and was prescribed metronidazole by on call vet Subjective: BAR, ~5% dehydrated. No c/v but has frequent small amounts of hematochezia and is straining to defecate with slight puckering of rectum when straining. Is sneezing and has nasal and ocular d/c Observed Behavior – very sweet. Easily handleable. Did well for all medical handling and procedures. Was muzzled for procedures. Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes have serous d/c OU, ears clean, mild serous nasal discharge noted bilaterally Oral Exam: adult dentition with mild dental tartar, dry gums, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic with audible upper resp congestion ABD: tense and uncomfortable, no masses palpated U/G: FI, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c, edematous vulva MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat with hematochezia on perineum, overgrown nails CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Hematochezia Mildly dehydrated Leukocytosis Thrombocytosis Hyperchloridemia Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Trimmed nails LRS SQ 20ml/kg BID until 11/18 CBC-leukocytosis 38.47 (5.05-16.76) with neutrophilia 32.1 (2.95-11.64), monocytosis 1.25 (0.16-1.12), and basophilia 0.29 (0-0.1), thrombocytosis 677 (148-484) Chem-hyperchloridemia 125 (109-122) Fecal-no ova seen Baytril 10mg/kg PO SID x10d-given SQ dose today until 11/25 Continue metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID until 11/22 Deworm with pyrantel Recheck daily-if no improvement consider AXR, IVC, and IVF Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: temporary waiver from surgery due to illness
Progress exam-hematochezia History : o/s 11/14. Had hematochezia overnight and was prescribed metronidazole by on call vet. On DVM intake 11/15 was having multiple episodes of straining and hematochezia-started on LRS, baytril (CIRDC), and dewormer. 11/15: CBC-leukocytosis 38.47 (5.05-16.76) with neutrophilia 32.1 (2.95-11.64), monocytosis 1.25 (0.16-1.12), and basophilia 0.29 (0-0.1), thrombocytosis 677 (148-484) Chem-hyperchloridemia 125 (109-122) Fecal-no ova seen Subjective: BARH. Good appetite. Straining to defecate with hematochezia smeared all over cage. Is sneezing but no coughing. Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes have serous d/c OU, ears clean, mild serous nasal discharge noted bilaterally PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic with audible upper resp congestion ABD: tense and uncomfortable, no masses palpated U/G: FI, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c, edematous vulva MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat with hematochezia on perineum CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Hematochezia CIRDC Mildly dehydrated-resolved Leukocytosis Thrombocytosis Hyperchloridemia Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Move to iso Continue LRS SQ 20ml/kg BID until 11/18 Continue Baytril 10mg/kg PO SID until 11/25 Continue metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID until 11/22 Recheck daily-if no improvement consider AXR, IVC, and IVF Prognosis: Excellent
Recheck hematochezia S/O: BAR. Active, attention seeking, eating well, very small pile of diarrhea in cage, no blood noted EENT: Eyes clear, moderate serous nasal discharge HL: Normal RR/RE, no coughing or sneezing observed A: Hematochezia appears to be resolving well; mild CIRDC P: Continue with current treatment and monitoring plan. Good prognosis
Recheck hematochezia S/O: Q/BAR. Attention seeking. Clean run. No reports of hematochezia. EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular discharge, very mild serous nasal discharge HL: No coughing or sneezing A: Diarrhea appears to be resolving very well; no signs of CIRDC on exam today P: Continue with current treatment and monitoring plan. Excellent prognosis Notes: During treatments, LVT reported that Rose is well hydrated, eating well and very active. No signs of CIRDC. OK to D/C LRS and move out of isolation.
Recheck hematochezia History : o/s 11/14. Had hematochezia overnight and was prescribed metronidazole by on call vet. On DVM intake 11/15 was having multiple episodes of straining and hematochezia-started on LRS, baytril (CIRDC), and dewormer. 11/15: CBC-leukocytosis 38.47 (5.05-16.76) with neutrophilia 32.1 (2.95-11.64), monocytosis 1.25 (0.16-1.12), and basophilia 0.29 (0-0.1), thrombocytosis 677 (148-484) Chem-hyperchloridemia 125 (109-122) Fecal-no ova seen S/O: BAR. Attention seeking at the front of the cage. Good appetite. Run covered in spots of diarrhea but no blood in diarrhea EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular discharge, very mild serous nasal discharge HL: No coughing or sneezing, eupneic A: Diarrhea CIRDC-improving Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Iso Continue Baytril 10mg/kg PO SID until 11/25 Continue metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID until 11/22 Recheck in 3 days-if no improvement consider AXR, IVC, and IVF Start panacur 45# dose SID x3d
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
During intake Rose was friendly and affectionate.
Basic Information:: Rose is a 3 year old gray and white medium size female dog who was surrendered by her owner due to tenant landlord issues.
Previously lived with:: Owner
How is this dog around strangers?: Owner stated that when around strangers she is friendly and outgoing. when playing with adults she is gentle.
How is this dog around children?: Rose has spent time around children all ages and she is relaxed and affectionate. When playing with children she is gentle.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Rose has not spent time in the home around other dogs so it is unknown how she will react.
How is this dog around cats?: Rose has not spent time in the home around cats so it is unknown how she will react.
Resource guarding:: If someone was to touch her food treats or toys she isn’t bothered. If someone approaches her house or family member she isn’t bothered.
Bite history:: Rose has never bitten a person or another animal.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: Owner stated that Rose isn’t bothered if she is bathed or brushed. She is afraid of having her nails trimmed. She also isn’t bothered if she is restrained pushed off the couch or disturbed while she sleeps.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No medical concerns reported.
For a New Family to Know: Owner described Rose as friendly affectionate and playful. When at home she likes to be in the same room as her owner. She likes to play with balls and chew bones. Rose eats both wet and dry food. When using the bathroom outside she will go on the grass or cement.When left alone in the house or yard she is well behaved. She has never been crated so it is unknown how she will react. Rose knows how to sit, stay and come when called. she is used to brisk walks on the leash. When off the leash she will stay by your side.
Date of intake:: 11/14/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: Owner
Behavior toward strangers:: Rose is friendly and outgoing
Behavior toward children:: Rose is relaxed, and affectionate
Behavior toward dogs:: Unknown
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Owner described Rose as friendly affectionate and playful with a medium energy level.
Date of assessment:: 11/16/2017
Look:: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds.
Sensitivity:: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, tail is between legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick.
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.
Toy:: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His/her body is between you and the toy, and is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness.
Summary:: Rose was tolerant of all handling, but was a bit wary. She did approach the assessor at one point for attention, and allowed handling with a slow approach.
Date of intake:: 11/14/2017
Summary:: Rose was friendly
Date of initial:: 11/15/2017
Summary:: Easily handle able. Did well for all medical handling and procedures.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Her previous owner describes Rose as a friendly, affectionate, dog. Rose is a young, social dog, and will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
Recommendations comments:: The behavior department recommends a slow approach as Rose can be a bit head shy, but relaxed and approachable.
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