SARAFINA – A1111141

Brooklyn Center

My name is SARAFINA. My Animal ID # is A1111141.
I am a female tan and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 9 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 05/05/2017 from NY 10460, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

05/15/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1111141 Sarafina is At Risk for medical reasons (please see exam below)

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/15/2017 Exam Type BS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 4 C – SEVERE CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 45.0 LBS.

05/15/17 Monitor for CIRDC. S/O: QARH. mm=pink, moist, CRT<2 s. EENT: Mod. mucoid nasal discharge, mild congestion. H/L: RR=16, no dyspnea. Slight dry cough. A: Senior dog with hisotry of mammary tumors, CIRDC. P: Move to iso. Rx Doxycycline 100 mg. 2 PO q 24 hours x 14 days. Good prognosis.

05/05/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/05/17 17:35 Sarafina is a Pit Bull who was found tied up outside and was brought into our care centers. The finders stated that she was very loveable and allowed all handling and is very playful. She allowed finders to transport her and place into carriers and cars without complaint. During her intake Sarafina jumped on counsleor and desk and was inquisitive of her surroundings. She maintained a loose body and wagging tail at spine level. She allowed all handling for collaring, scanning and photograph.

05/12/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Sarafina has the most endearing habit of covering herself up with her blanket in her cage. Sometimes I can see just her eyes peaking out, or hear her tail thumping, and every time she emerges it’s like unwrapping the best present ever…she is SO sweet!! She was a little unsure when she first arrived, but has really come out of her shell and is just FULL of love and tail wags. She walks nicely on leash, seems housebroken and has been able to socialize with calm dogs in our playgroups. She is super treat-motivated and knows “sit”, but tries to see if she can get one by standing up like a little prairie dog first. She likes to play fetch and will drop the ball at my feet if she doesn’t feel like trying to get me to play chase with her. She very frequently props her paws to solicit affection, is really easy to connect with (and eager to do so!), and gives kisses. Sarafina would love to burrow under the covers with you…please come see this special lady at Brooklyn ACC!

05/09/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
CANINE BEHAVIOR EVALUATION for: Sarafina A1111141 KNOWN HISTORY: None 5/5/17 Unaltered, Stray Previously lived with: Unknown Other notes: During intake Sarafina was friendly and allowed all handling. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 5/9/17 Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is 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. Squeeze 1/2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Her eyes are averted and her ears are relaxed. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Sarafina was social and friendly, No concerns were seen during the handling assessment. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Sarafina was initially uncomfortable when interacting with male and female dogs. With further playgroup sessions, Sarafina is able to socialize with other calm dogs. Sarafina was surrendered as a stray so her past behavior around dogs is unknown. The Behavior Department recommends that Sarafina be placed with resident dogs that match her calm sociability. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 5/6/17 Sarafina was nervous, slightly trembling, attention seeking, dog displayed both tail tucking and wagging, allowed all handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Sarafina so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. Sarafina is enthusiastic, social dog. Sarafina will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

05/06/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Sarafina was initially uncomfortable when interacting with male and female dogs. With further playgroup sessions, Sarafina is able to socialize with other calm dogs. Sarafina was surrendered as a stray so her past behavior around dogs is unknown. The Behavior Department recommends that Sarafina be placed with resident dogs that match her calm sociability. 5/6: Sarafina displays neutral body language when greeting a novel male dog. She mostly keeps to herself as she explores the pen. When the male dog greets her face to face, Sarafina displays slightly stiff, uncomfortable body language and walks away. 5/7: Sarafina was introduced to a novel female today. She greeted with a loose, wiggly body and solicited attention. 5/8: Sarafina was social in a group of calm male and female dogs today. She attempted to mount once but responded right away when interrupted. 5/9-5/14: Sarafina was social in a calm group of male and female dogs. She offers an appropriate correction when a female persistently attempts to mount her. She listens to a correction and walks away from another dog when she greets him for longer than his comfort level.

05/06/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam 5/6/17 Estimated age: ~8-10yrs, female Microchip noted on Intake? yes 985121010768374 History : Stray Subjective: Observed Behavior – Q/BARH. Nervous, slightly trembling, attention seeking, dog displayed both tail tucking and wagging, allowed all handling Evidence of Cruelty seen – No Evidence of Trauma seen – No Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild to moderate dental tartar/gingivitis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female, no spay scar or tattoo seen; large (>4cm) firm irregular mass at left caudal abd MG, ~2cm firm mass at right caudal abd MG with dark discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, multiple skin tags at ventral chest, large skin tag a cranial ventral chest, ~2cm round raised soft mass at left side of anus CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric, mammary gland tumors, perianal mass (cyst vs other) Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. No treatment indicated at this time. Rec radical mastectomy and spay with placement Prognosis: Fair SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age and MGT

05/15/2017 BS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 4 C – SEVERE CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
05/15/17 Monitor for CIRDC. S/O: QARH. mm=pink, moist, CRT<2 s. EENT: Mod. mucoid nasal discharge, mild congestion. H/L: RR=16, no dyspnea. Slight dry cough. A: Senior dog with hisotry of mammary tumors, CIRDC. P: Move to iso. Rx Doxycycline 100 mg. 2 PO q 24 hours x 14 days. Good prognosis.

05/17/2017 WEB MEMO

A staff member writes:  This dog just has to be the sweetest dog ever !!! when i first met her she was hiding under here blanket so automatically i thought she was shy or fearful but she was the complete oppisite ! i went to take her out of her cage i bent down and called her name and she popped right out and got up and wagged her tail . when i took her outside she was just awesome . she did her buisness outside never in the cage .so i feel like she is house broken . she likes to play with toys so after she is done using the bathroom we play with rope toys and play catch . on the leashe she doesnt pull much and she walks beside you . and then putting her back in the cage she goes back inside with out an issue lays down and tucks herself back in . shes fun sweet and gives out hugs and kisses . shes such a great dog . anyone who gets her would be a lucky human .

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