SAMPSON – 16304
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SAFE 12/28/17
Sampson is at risk for behavioral reasons.
Gideon is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Behaviorally, we have found Sampson to be very sociable, but due to high levels of jumping and mouthing, we suggest an adult only home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes, “Puppy Sampson! Soft as velvet, long gangly legs, a curiosity about everyone and everything, a non stop wagging tail, and all the energy that comes with being a big puppy. He’s adorable and fun, super friendly to everyone in our path, jumpy in his welcome as youngsters can be–before they’re trained not to jump on people. His leash manners are pretty good for a lively pup, and he may be housetrained, as going potty outside was a priority. Sampson loves treats and takes them gently, so will be easy to train with positive reinforcement (meaning lots of ‘good boy’ treats). In the park, he loved watching other dogs go by, no pulling, just watching, and in his first playgroup, as of this writing, he approaches politely and solicits soft play. When things got too rough for his comfort level, he hid behind the handler (awwwww). Sampson wasn’t bothered by any of the street noises on First Avenue, and as we walked a woman with a wheelie suitcase walked next to us, and Sampson couldn’t have cared less. A city dog through and through. Fun, friendly, curious, playful, affectionate, smart, treat motivated…all the good things you want are in one gorgeous pup waiting for you in adoptions.” Another volunteer writes, “If you’re happy and you know it give a ‘woof’, if you’re happy and you know it, and you really want to show it, give a ‘woof’! That’s our Sampson! He loves people, loves to be out and about, calls attention to himself in his kennel and as a result gets lots of walks from volunteers who want to spend time with this handsome, happy pup. Lively and vocal, Sampson approaches life with exuberance, as most puppies do. He’s a young pup looking for his active and fun human counterpart. I see Sampson going for long walks or hikes, getting in lots of playtime and lots of hugs. Mr. Mayor, as he’s been dubbed, hasn’t met a person he doesn’t want to spend time with. Are you going to be the one he chooses forever and ever?”
My medical notes are…
Weight: 45 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 12-18m Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: bar Observed Behavior – very excited and friendly, seeks attention Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 110 R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: 12-18 mo based on clean dentitia PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: mi x 2 MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: na Assessment: apparently healthy Prognosis: excellent Plan: neuter and adoption SURGERY: Okay for surgery
S/O -BAR, energetic and friendly -no nasal discharge or sneezing -neuter incision CDI -no scrotal swelling A healthy, doing well post op P continue rimadyl post-operatively
S: Energetic in kennel, wagging tail O: Sniffling, occasional cough A: CIRDC P: Doxycycline 200 mg PO SID x14 days and Cerenia 45 mg PO SID x4 days 1088
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by ASPCA. Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision. Start 1 tablet of Rimadyl 100 mg SID PO x 3 days as pain management. –In white box—
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Sampson arrived to MACC with a loose and wiggly body. His tail was wagging and he was jumping up and down. He was gently nipping the NYPD officer’s glove but the admissions counselor asked him to stop. Sampson does not nip unless you physically put your fingers inside his mouth. He ate treats nicely from the counselor’s hand. He understood spanish; “sientate” to sit and “abajo” to go down. Sampson jumped on the admissions counselor lap but he was too big to remain there. He barked really loudly when the admissions counselor tether him in medical and walked away. The admissions counselor took him off the wall and remained with him until medical was ready for his initial exam. He did not pull hard on the leash. He stared at the admissions counselor with his head tilted to left or mouth wide open and tongue sticking out.
Date of Intake: 12/17/2017
Basic Information:: Sampson arrived to MACC as stray. He is a male medium sized dog. He appears approximately 9 months old.
Previously lived with:: Unknown.
How is this dog around strangers?: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
How is this dog around children?: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
How is this dog around other dogs?: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
How is this dog around cats?: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
Resource guarding:: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
Bite history:: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
Housetrained:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown.
Other Notes:: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
Medical Notes: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
For a New Family to Know: This information is currently unknown due to Sampson arriving as a stray.
Date of intake:: 12/17/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 12/18/2017
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 assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.
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. 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:: Sampson quickly approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He displayed a high level of activity and movement on the assessment and jumped up repeatedly in a social manner. During tag, he became mouthy, applying light pressure. He allowed all handling and was social throughout.
Summary:: Samson has been soft and polite when greeting. He engages in soft play and has displayed the potential to become overwhelmed by more exuberant play styles. The behavior department feels Sampson would be most compatible with respectful, gently playful dogs.
Summary (1):: 12/18: When introduced off leash to dogs, Sampson approaches politely and solicits soft play. When play becomes exuberant, Sampson retreats and hides behind human handlers.
Summary (2):: 12/19: Sampson is anxious and seeks exit from the yard. 12/20: Sampson engages in brief play.
Date of intake:: 12/17/2017
Summary:: Sampson was friendly and allowed handling.
Date of initial:: 12/17/2017
Summary:: Sampson was active, social, and sought attention.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Sampson so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Sampson consistently displays highly social behavior with his human caretakers. He maintains a loose wiggly body throughout interactions and solicits attention from handlers by jumping up.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to the high level of jumping and mouthing seen at the care center, we recommend an adult only home.
Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition
Potential challenges comments:: Basic manners/poor impulse control: It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition: Sampson has shown some mouthiness in the care center. Little pressure is applied, but this is a behavior that should be extinguished through training alternate behaviors and lack of reward (ex. walking away whenever Sampson’s teeth make contact with skin).
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