SAM – 9527
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SAFE 10/21/17
Hello, my name is Sam. My animal id is #9527. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 12-Oct-2017.
Sam 9527 is at risk for a respiratory illness (CIRDC). Behaviorally, Sam has allowed handling and petting with a slow approach, though he may be timid in new environments. We recommend an experienced adopter prepared to help build Sam’s confidence through positive experiences. Note also that Sam is possibly deaf.
A Little Bit About Me
A volunteer writes: What’s sweet as sugar, white as snow, and soft as a pile of feathers? 2 year-old Sam may technically be classified as deaf but what he lacks in hearing he wholly makes up for in character, charm, and in heart. “Everyone absolutely LOVES him.” Less than 24 hours after arriving at the shelter and Sam already has legions of fan. “He is so incredibly gorgeous.” And how that would be an understatement. If you weren’t wow’d by Sam’s majestic, 52 pound frame, or blown over by that aforementioned snowy white coat, then wait until you spy with your little eye his crystal blue sapphires for peepers. But while Sam’s coat may blend in with the coldest of climates and his eyes shine that bright icy blue, Sam himself could not be warmer. The moment he finds his bearings, sorts his surroundings, and knows who to call “friend” he is content to snuggle in, climb up into your lap, tossing those snowy paws across your knees. Because of Sam’s hearing impairment he would do best with a calm, patient, and experienced owner, one with a slow approach who can make this quiet stunner feel confident and secure. What’s sweet as sugar, white as snow, and soft as a pile of feathers? Your new lifelong best friend. Sam is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 52 lbs
no vomit or diarrhea in cage no vomiting or diarrhea in cage. Paper bowl was empty so assume eating.possible hearing issue 1027
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:2 Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective:might be deaf–no reaction to sounds during exam Observed Behavior -nervous with any handling, muzzled Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =60 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: no exam 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, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: +/- deaf Prognosis:good Plan: no treatment SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Recheck for Hx of diarrhea in kennel, followed by vomiting and resp. difficulty: S/O: QARH BCS 4/9 – Temp 100.9 – no c/s v/d during PE – H/l nsf, resp. appears wnl – amb x 4, snp abd, skin appears mildly (generally) inflamed, esp. around face – intact male A: hx of diarrhea/vomiting +/- resp involvement r/o infect/inflamm, vax rxn, vs other – Hx deaf P: Metronidazole 375 mg PO BID x 7 days – Diphenhydramine (50 mg/ml) 1 ml SC once – Cerenia 2.3 ml SQ once + recheck
Mild serous nasal discharge, and constant tongue-licking noted during rounds. Pt is BAR in the kennel – standing, looking around, alert and aware Move to isolation, start doxycycline 225 mg PO SID x14 days, Cerenia 45 mg PO SID x5 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Basic Information:: Dog was tense.
Date of intake:: 10/12/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 10/13/2017
Look:: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
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. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. Dog does not place his/her body between you and the toy.
Summary:: Sam displayed no behavior concerns during his handling assessment. He is deaf so is initially alert when coming into the room, but relaxes considerably if you show him things directly in his line of vision (present toy, pet him, etc).
Summary (1):: 10/13: When introduced to a calm female dog off leash, Sam initially greets with soft body but becomes uncomfortable with lingering greeting.
Date of intake:: 10/12/2017
Summary:: Upon intake, Sam was tense.
Date of initial:: 10/12/2017
Summary:: Sam was tense and low, he snapped when he was muzzled.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Sam so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, Sam displays a medium level of energy. He will benefit from daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.
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: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Sam may be timid in new environments, though this may be due to his hearing impairment and being unsure of his surroundings. Once comfortable, he is social and wiggly. Sam should never be forced to submit to petting or handling when he is showing signs of discomfort, will thrive on gentle coaxing and reassurance. Sam would do best with a slow introduction, preferably with treats.
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