ROSITA ROSSI -19184
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SAFE 02/01/18
Rosita Rossi
Hello, my name is Rosita Rossi. My animal id is #19184. I am a female tan dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 7 years old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 26-Jan-2018.
Rosita Rossi is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Behaviorally, we suggest that Rosita Rossi would be best suited to a dog experienced home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes:I like for Rosita to have the name of a rose as she really is a beautiful and sweet flower. It took me a little while to discover her but when I did, I was really enchanted and not thrilled to put her back in her kennel. Rosita Rossi was quite shy at the beginning of our encounter. She did all what was requested from her, come, sit, hop on the bench, walk nicely on the street, do her business but “the mood” was not there. Then, all of a sudden, Rosita planted her forelegs on my lap, let me hug her gently and gave me kisses. She was all sweetness, came to sit on the bench next to me or layed down on the ground across my legs and ate treats from my hands. The ice was broken between us, just like that. What a nice dog Rosita is, the kind who will give it all to you, be your loyal and loving friend, for ever, the four legged companion you always dreamed to have by your side. To have your wish come “true”(as well as Rosita’s) , just come to the Manhattan Care Center, ask to meet Rosita…and fall in love.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 47.25 lbs
26/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 7 Microchip noted on Intake? n Microchip Number (If Applicable): n History : Stray Subjective: QAR, prominent teats Observed Behavior – Quiet, tense when examining so muzzled for precaution Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = – P = 78 R = WNL BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Did not perform b.c muzzle placed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact, In heat – presence of serous blood coming from the vulva MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: – Assessment: Healthy Prognosis: Excellent Plan: OH when no longer in heat SURGERY: Available for surgery
30/01/2018
S/O: Reported two days of coughing. On distant examination could see some serous nasal discharge and coughed while barking. A: CIRDC Plan: MOVE TO ISO 1) Doxycycline 250 mg SID for 14 days 2) Cerenia 1/2 60 mg tab SID for 3 days PO 3) Recheck in 3 and 7 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Date of intake:: 1/26/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 1/28/2018
Look:: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
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 low and a bit fearful.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. No interest.
Summary:: Rosita Rossi approached the assessor in the assessment room. She appeared fearful of the environment, having a tucked tail, by immediately solicited attention from the assessor by nudging the assessor’s hand with her nose. She allowed all handling and was social throughout.
Summary:: The behavior department feels Rosita Rossi would benefit most from slow introductions to respectful dogs. In the care center, she has mostly kept to herself, though has been polite when greeting calm dogs.
Summary (1):: 1/26: When introduced off leash to a male dog Rosita Rossi mostly ignores the other dog and explores the pen.
Summary (2):: 1/27: Rosita Rossi greets but keeps mostly to self in a group of male and female dogs.
Date of initial:: 1/26/2018
Summary:: Rosita Rossi was quiet and tense.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Rosita Rossi so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Rosita Rossi has been timid in the shelter environment but will warm up and become social with handlers while engaging outside the kennel. She continues to be initially fearful of novice items and people, but will engage after a slow introduction.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Potential challenges: : Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Rosita Rossi is a bit fearful at the care center, although she seems very social with people. It is important to always go slow and give Rosita Rossi the option to walk away from any social interaction. Rosita Rossi should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Rosita Rossi’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Rosita Rossi would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings.
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