SAPPHIRE – A1116738

SAPPHIRE – A1116738

**RETURNED 07/24/2017**

NEUTERED MALE, TAN / WHITE, AM PIT BULL TER MIX, 2 yrs, 1 mo
RETURN – ONHOLDHERE, HOLD FOR ID Reason NO TIME
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 07/24/2017, From NY 10009, DueOut Date 07/24/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 yr Microchip noted on Intake? scan positive #981020019661090 History : shelter return Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – friendly, vocal Objective P = wnl R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: wnl PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: neutered, green tattoo on abd. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment apparently healthy Plan: none Prognosis: good SURGERY: n/a
Weight 56.4

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**SAFER: AVERAGE HOME**

MALE, TAN / WHITE, AM PIT BULL TER MIX, 2 yrs
STRAY – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 06/27/2017, From NY 10025, DueOut Date ,

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: approx 2 years Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : found as a stray in a park Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – super sweet and friendly! very easy going, likes to snuggle, allows all handling  Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: OU-mild episcleral injection, minimal mucoid discharge at medial canthus AU-mild to mod erythema, yeasty crusting discharge Oral Exam: mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; minimal tartar, no significant staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal testicles MSI: ambulatory x 4 with no noted lameness or signs of orthopedic disease mild interdigital erythema on front paws superficial abrasion/crusting excoriation on medial aspect of R hock CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment Otitis externa wound-unknown source; does not appear to be bite wound or related to allergies; possibly had rope caught around leg? Plan otibiotic AU SID x 7 days simplicef 250 mg PO SID x 10 days Prognosis: excellent; mild ear infection and eye redness are likely related to mild underlying allergies which are very common in this breed and may require intermittent symptomatic treatment SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Weight 57.2

A volunteer writes:
A sparkling and beautiful gem with the kind of class money just can’t buy, Sapphire the dog lives up to his namesake and then some! He’s easy-going, super cuddly and such a smart boy, following commands like a pro and always looking up to see that his person is having a good time too. A calm walker and friendly greeter of other dogs, he very thoroughly snuffles his way through the park before showing off his sit and (lie) down and then we move on to the best part of a date with Sapphire–snuggle time! He’s got a whole repertoire of positions from side-of-the-leg lean to stand-up hug to over-the-lap full-body flop and nuzzles his face deep into my lap while giving me the most heartbreaking sad puppy eyes ever. Oh, you! I reward his love with some tasty treats and well-deserved belly rubs then we’re up and off again for more sniff sniff sniffing fun in the sun. But there’s much more to Sapphire than just sweet snuggles and Hound dog sleuthing skills and behind his serious expression lies a big ol’ clown who can’t wait to get his silly on. Simply add another dog to the mix and happy hi-jinks are guaranteed to follow as Sapphire bounds and bounces around with a wagging tail, playing chase and even going so far as to leapfrog right over his new friend’s back! Beautiful inside and out, he aced his behavior assessment with perfect scores across the board and would fit into any pack with ease. If there were a checklist for the perfect family dog I know he’d ace that too so really there’s only one question left to ask…when are you coming to take Sapphire home?

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