SARAH – A1114715

Manhattan Center

My name is SARAH. My Animal ID # is A1114715.
I am a female brown pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 06/08/2017 from NY 10473, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

06/16/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Sarah A1114715 is at risk due to CIRDC diagnosis.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/16/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 44.4 LBS.

06/16/17 11:00 Hx: was rejected from ASPCA sx for CIRDC 6/15 S/O: decreased appetite and energy sneezing serous nasal dc no c/s A: cirdc P: move to iso 200mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

06/08/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
Sarah the dog was very excitable and and needed someone strong to hold and direct her. but overall a very nice and friendly dog. 06/08/17 23:19

06/14/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: A petite pixie with oversized ears and a penchant for bouncing around like a kangaroo, little Sarah couldn’t be more adorable if she tried! She flits from one side of the yard to the other so it’s almost impossible to capture her beauty on film, but she does sit briefly for treats, and once all tuckered out she’s happy to settle quietly at my feet (or on my lap) for snuggles and sweet talk. You won’t find a more fun companion to share in a game of follow the leader, or a more affectionate sidekick for chilling out on the couch. At only 1 year old, Sarah still has a lifetime of love to share. While she’s a social butterfly with us humans, Sarah can get a little anxious when it comes to meeting other dogs, but her heart is firmly in the right place. Even when her anxiety gets the better of her, she’s all bark and tail wags, not a growl to be heard. Our dedicated behavior team has slowly introduced her to the concept of playing with another pup and now, after 3 dates with resident hunk Tony, Sarah totally ‘gets it’ and happily runs rings around her new boyfriend. While she’ll need guidance and patience with future doggie introductions, this bright wee miss has proven she’s got what it takes to learn and thrive in a new home, if only someone gives her the chance. Will you be that special someone? Sunny Sarah is waiting at our Manhattan Care Center and she’s ready to go home today!

06/11/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 6/8/17 Unaltered Female, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 6/11/17 Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, and approaches the Assessor at the end of the game. She is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog is soft in body and eye, and moves her legs/body so that the Assessor is unable to hold the paw. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. Minimal interest. Summary: Sarah displayed a high level of activity and movement on her assessment. She appeared uncomfortable when her paw was handled and quickly moved away. PLAYGROUP: Sarah has displayed initial concern during interaction with dogs in the care center. With careful management and introductions to select helper dogs, Sarah has begun to display highly playful behaviors with other playful dogs. The behavior department recommends that initial follow up with other dogs outside the care center be conducted at a slow pace, to polite, tolerant dogs. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: 6/8/17 Upon intake, Sarah was active and social. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 6/9/17 During her initial medical exam, Sarah was tense and backing away. She barked and lunged at people entering the space but was social towards handlers. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Sarah so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. However, she is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No young children (under 5): Due to Sarah’s sensitivity with her paws being handled, we recommend a home without young children. Potential challenges: _X_Handling/touch sensitivity: Sarah became uncomfortable and moved quickly away when her paw was handled, showing discomfort with touch in certain areas. It is important to avoid touching Sarah’s paws at this time and to go slow when touching her in other areas as we do not know where she may have other sensitivities. Positive reinforcement, reward based training should be used to pair touch with good things such as food rewards in order to teach Sarah to be more comfortable with this. _X_On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center Sarah has been observed to react to other dogs and human passerby on leash, lunging towards them, barking, and growling. Sarah may need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach her to look at you rather than other dogs and novel stimuli that may startle her. We recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior.

06/10/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Sarah has displayed initial concern during interaction with dogs in the care center. With careful management and introductions to select helper dogs, Sarah has begun to display highly playful behaviors with other dplayful dogs. The behavior department recommends that initial follow up with other dogs outside the care center be conducted at a slow pace, to polite, tolerant dogs. 6/10: Sarah growls and barks at another dog on the other side of the fence. She is muzzled for the interaction. Sarah displays stiff body with hackles up. She will lip lick when the other dog is greeting her and when he turns away, she will charge him, though does not escalate. 6/13: Sarah is muzzled for her second interaction. Sarah is stiff for the initial greeting and seeks handler attention. After settling, Sarah continually approaches the male helper dog and solicits brief bouts of play. 6/14: Sarah is introduced without a muzzle, and engages in exuberant chase play with the male helper. When uncomofortable, she retreats behind human handlers, then re-emerges to continue engaging.

06/09/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 year Microchip noted on Intake? no History : Stray tied up Subjective: BAR Hyd wnl Observed Behavior – Nervous during exam, no growling, barking or aggressive movements but trying to get away. Backing away when tried to auscultate. Reported aggressive towards other dogs on way to exam. Evidence of Cruelty seen – None observed Evidence of Trauma seen – None overved Objective T = not possible P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: AU mild malodor w/ scales bilat entire med pinnaEyes clear, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: nsf PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI, nsf MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: otitis r/o inf, allergies other Plan: Otomax 8 drops au bid x 7 days otoscope exam when under anesth Prognosis: good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

06/16/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
06/16/17 11:00 Hx: was rejected from ASPCA sx for CIRDC 6/15 S/O: decreased appetite and energy sneezing serous nasal dc no c/s A: cirdc P: move to iso 200mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

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