RUFUS – A1096317

Manhattan Center

My name is RUFUS. My Animal ID # is A1096317.
I am a male blue merle and white catahoula mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR 6 MONTHS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 11/08/2016 from NY 10459, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/16/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 59.6 LBS.

11/16/16 14:02 s/o: BAR mucopurulent nasal discharge, sneezing regularly. lungs clear. resp rate wnl smlal scab by right ear, likely associated with otitis a: cirdc p: doxycycline 300mg sid x10d 11/10 VET CHECK FOR OTITIS PET EATING MEAL, CHECKED EARS THOUGH CAGE HYPERACTIVE EARS APPEAR SLIGHTLY ERYTHEMATOUS NO DISCHARGE SEEN NOSF A; MILD OTITIS P; OTOBIOTIC SID X 7 DAYS, RECHECK AT END OF TX GOOD PROGNOSIS

11/08/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/08/16 18:51 Basic Information Rufus is an approximate 1 year old male American Pitt Bull Terrier. He was found by the police on a roof top in the Bronx. Rufus tolerated handling by the police. Police stated her came up to one of the police officers and licked their face. Rufus was transferred in a carrier to our shelter. Police stated he did not the sound of the police radio. He stated to bark at it. No signs of aggression were displayed towards the police. Behavior during Intake Rufus tolerated handling. He had a wagging tail but never stopped barking. He did not display any signs of aggression.

11/13/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Rufus is a dog who has a lot to say and will say even more if you do not understand what he wants….Rufus does not like to be in a kennel. He is right because there is so much more to do outside. He does not want to get “cabin fever”. Rufus loves treats and will let you know when you are not fast enough giving them to him. Same with the ball….He is really a fun and very pleasant pooch to be with. To start with, he is a pleasure for the eyes. Healthy, well built and so well dressed in his light grey and anthracite catahoula coat. He is a great walker, never pulling on the leash, quite house trained (he does mark his territory), does not take you for a ride when he sees pigeons or squirrels and seems to like other dogs met, big and small. He does not play with the rope and is not mouthy. He sits on command..when he wants to and does not mind posing for the camera. Rufus is quite sociable and seems happy to have people coming to say hello. Lots of butt wiggling and tail wagging…A smiling face and bright eyes. He enjoys caresses, kisses and the scratching of his ears. At first not too interested by the ball, he appreciated the game later on and even took his ball to the adoption quarters although we had to leave it at the door…Of note is that Rufus does not guard treats or balls. He appears to love to be in playgroups with his pears and plays rambunctiously. In a nutshell, Rufus is a young and gorgeous guy with character, lively, sociable, playful and very friendly who will make a great friend for life. Come and meet him soon at the Manhattan Care Center.

11/10/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Unknown Unaltered, stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/10/16 Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is open. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Dog barks excitedly. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Rufus barked throughout his assessment. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: 11/9: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Rufus is exuberantly playful and engages in a rougher style of play. Rufus becomes anxious in the yard when not actively engaging. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/10/16 During his initial medical exam Rufus was tense and nervous. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience) Potential challenges: _X_Anxiety: We have no history on Rufus so we cannot be sure of how he behaved in his previous home, but in the care center Rufus has shown some anxiety and has been quite vocal. He barked throughout his SAFER assessment, as well as throughout intake and at certain noises while with the police.

11/09/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Rufus engages in rough play with male and female dogs. It has been observed that Rufus has been selective when engaging with male dogs, and at times becomes tense with potential to escalate during interaction (this has typically occured when introduced to other unaltered males). Based on observations made on Rufus while in our care, the behavior department recommends slow introductions between Rufus and other social female dogs. Rufus may benefit from a pre-adoption interaction with other altered male dogs in a potential future home. It cannot be said for certain how his behaviors in the care center will translate into a home environment. 11/9: When introduced off leash to other dogs in the care center, Rufus is exuberantly playful and engages in a rougher style of play. Rufus becomes anxious in the yard when not actively engaging. 11/12: Rufus engages in rough, running play with females and altered males. However, he exhibits status seeking behaviors with an unaltered male and escalates with no provocation. He will bark incessantly when play stops.

11/09/2016 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. VERY MILD DENTAL TARTAR. OTITIS EXTERNA– EARS ARE FLUSHED WITH OTIC CLEANSING SOUTION AMB X 4 APPLIED ACTIVYL. 6 CC PYRANTEL PO GAVE. NERVOUS & TENSE DURING PE NOSF

11/16/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
11/16/16 14:02 s/o: BAR mucopurulent nasal discharge, sneezing regularly. lungs clear. resp rate wnl smlal scab by right ear, likely associated with otitis a: cirdc p: doxycycline 300mg sid x10d 11/10 VET CHECK FOR OTITIS PET EATING MEAL, CHECKED EARS THOUGH CAGE HYPERACTIVE EARS APPEAR SLIGHTLY ERYTHEMATOUS NO DISCHARGE SEEN NOSF A; MILD OTITIS P; OTOBIOTIC SID X 7 DAYS, RECHECK AT END OF TX GOOD PROGNOSIS

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