SARGE – A1117786

Brooklyn Center

My name is SARGE. My Animal ID # is A1117786.
I am a male white and brown am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 07/07/2017 from NY 11212, owner surrender reason stated was NEW BABY.

07/14/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Sarge A1117786 was placed At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
07/13/2017 Exam Type BS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 41.6 LBS.

07/13/17 Rejected from glendale due to coughing S/O: QAR. Attention seeking EENT: Eyse clear, mild seromucoid nasal discharge HL: Mild cough A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 200mg PO q24 x 14 days. Excellent prognosis

07/07/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
07/07/17 13:32 Basic information: sarge is a 1 year old White/Brown Male APBT. His owner bought him from a breeder when he was a puppy. Sarge’s owner needs to surrender him because he and his wife had a new baby and he works long days. He states that no one is there to walk sarge; and he spends most his time in his crate. Sarge has no known health problems are injuries; he however has old scars on his neck and shoulder from when he tried to get out of the fenced in gate around the home. He has not seen a vet recently. Socialization: Around strangers Sarge is friendly and respectful, but has known to bark and growl when company or if individuals come to the house making a lot of noise (being too loud). He has lived with children ages 0-1 years old; he is respectful, and relaxed around them. When playing with adults Sarge is gentle and rough plays; with children he is gentle. Sarge has no living history with cats, his owner states that Sarge dislikes cats, and will lunge and bark when one is in his sight. Sarge has only had living experience with other dogs when he was a puppy. He has no bite history. Behavior: Sarge isn’t bothered during storms/fireworks, if food bowl is touched, treat or toy taken away. If being pushed or pulled off furniturehe isn’t bothered, sarge isn’t bothered if being held/restrained, being bathed, or if disturbed while sleeping, having his coat brushed. Sarge has only had his nails trimmed by the groomer, when someone unfamiliar comes to the house Sarge will bark. For a New Family to Know: Sarges’ family would describe him as friendly, affectionate, quiet, and confident. He has a very high activity level and when home he likes to follow you around. Sarge likes to play with balls and his favorite game is tug. He is kept mostly indoors and sleeps in his crate or besides his owner’s bed. Sarge eats dry food twice a day; his favorite treats are pork/beef strips. He is housetrained and crate trained, when outside he will potty on the grass/cement; when left alone in the home he barks/whines. Sarge is crate trained and does well for 6-8 hours a day, he knows commands such as; sit, stay, down, and come. For exercise Sarge is used to brisk walks, on leash he pulls very hard if he sees a cat or squirrel; when off leash Sarge will wonder but will come when his name is called. During intake: Sarge had a very loose body allowed all handling.

07/16/2017 WEB MEMO
A staff member writes: Sarge is an affectionate and friendly dog who is always happy to see me when I come to visit his kennel. His ears perk up and his tail wags excitedly. He leans in to my petting and enjoys our time together out in the play yard. He goes crazy when I present a ball and engage in a tug of war with a rope toy. Sarge is looking for his forever home with someone who has the time to play with him, and he will give you all the love in return. A volunteer writes: Sarge might be the Guernsey cow/bat hybrid you’ve been waiting for! He’s rather petite, but big on sweetness and super fun. He’s been easy to handle on leash, is usually quiet in his cage, and seems housebroken. He’s a pro at “sit” and “down” and does them immediately, even if the treats I have on hand aren’t to his liking. He gets very excited about toys, and his love for them is matched by his love for LOVE! He might be at the high end of the lap dog size spectrum, but insists he is a lap dog nonetheless, and he is so cuddly you’ll agree! Plus, he’s reported to be crate-trained, and has previously lived harmoniously with an infant…what a guy! He would love to meet you at Brooklyn ACC!

07/11/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: 07/07/17 Intact male, owner surrender Previously lived with: Adults, children (1 year old) Behavior toward strangers: Friendly, outgoing though growls when uncomfortable (loud noises) Behavior toward children: Respectful, gentle Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Lunges, barks Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, affectionate, quiet, and confident with a very high activity level Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 07/11/17 Look: 1. Dog leans forward or jumps up to lick the Assessor’s face with tail wagging, ears back and eyes averted. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft, Squeeze 1: 2. Dog gently places his open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are relaxed or back Toy: 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish toy or rawhide to you Summary: Sarge was loose and social throughout his assessment though became a bit overstimulated when engaging in play, mounting and mouthing the assessor, he readily refocused. PLAYGROUP: According to Sarge’s previous guardian, Sarge lived with other dogs when he was a puppy. When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Sarge displays soft body language when greeting a novel female dog. He solicits play by displaying bouncy body language, but wanders the pen when play is not reciprocated. INTAKE BEHAVIOR 07/07/17 Upon intake, Sage was loose and allowed all handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 07/08/17 During his initial medical examination, Sarge allowed all handling. ENERGY LEVEL: Sarge is reported to have a high activity level in a home environment; 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.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (Suitable for an adopter with a previous amount of dog experience) _X_No young children (under 5) _X_No cats: Owner reports lunging at cats _x_ No Dog Parks: Due to Sarge’s tendency to display conflicting body language, the Behavior Department recommends that he only be socialized in a more controlled setting. Potential challenges: _X_Basic manners/Poor impulse control: It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training is recommended _X_Mouthiness/Poor bite inhibition: Sarge appears to become mouthy when over stimulated. Decreasing the force of the mouth as well as the frequency of mouthing, in this order is recommended by using force-free, reward based training as well to reinforce a soft appropriate mouth and redirect hard inappropriate mouthing onto toys

07/08/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Sarge occasionally solicits and engages in gentle play, but may become stiff and offer correction for play. According to Sarge’s previous guardian, Sarge lived with other dogs when he was a puppy. The Behavior Department recommends that Sarge be placed with polite resident dogs and that all initial introductions be conducted slowly and be under supervision. 7/8: Sarge displays soft body language when greeting a novel female dog. He solicits play by displaying bouncy body language, but wanders the pen when play is not reciprocated. 7/9: Sarge solicits play from a novel playful male dog. 7/10: Sarge engages in gentle play with a group of social females but displays conflicting body language. He becomes stiff upon their approach, will grumble and growl and then bounce around and attempts to mount them. 7/11: Sarge initially solicits and engages in gentle then, then becomes stiff offers correction when play is reciprocated. 7/12: When socializing with calm male dogs, Sarge displays stiff body language when close to them and stands tall. His body language is softer when he is away from them.

07/08/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 yo Microchip noted on Intake: Negative History: Owner surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior – BAR Evidence of Cruelty seen – None Evidence of Trauma seen – None Objective: Hydrated; T =NT P = 100 R = 36 BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: mild dental stain, all permanent teeth are present, MM Pink and moist, 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, small alopecia area around left shoulder (healthy skin) CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities (full neurologic exam not performed) Rectal: Not performed Assessment 1. Alopecia (seems that it was shave or is dermititis that is resolving) 2. Otherwise Apparently Healthy Plan/Treatment/Recommendations – Wt: 41.6 lb – HWT snap test (negative) – Vaccines (DAPP SQ RFL; Bordetella IN; Rabies SQ RHL) – Dewormed (Pyrantel) – Flea prevention treatment – Microchip place (Between shoulder blades):981020023348422 Prognosis: Good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

07/13/2017 BS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
07/13/17 Rejected from glendale due to coughing S/O: QAR. Attention seeking EENT: Eyse clear, mild seromucoid nasal discharge HL: Mild cough A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 200mg PO q24 x 14 days. Excellent prognosis

Generated on Jul 17 2017 6:00PM

For more information on adopting from the NYC AC&C, or to find a rescue to assist, please read the following: http://urgentpodr.org/adoption-info-and-list-of-rescues.

If you are local to the Tri-State, New England, and the general Northeast United States area, and you are SERIOUS about adopting or fostering one of the animals at NYC ACC, please read our MUST READ section for instructions, or email [email protected]. Our experienced volunteers will do their best to guide you through the process.

* We highly discourage everyone from trusting strangers that send them Facebook messages, offering help, for it has ended in truly tragic events.*

For more info on behavior codes and ratings, please click here: http://information.urgentpodr.org/acc-placement-status-descriptions.

For answers to Frequently Asked Questions, please see: http://information.urgentpodr.org/category/frequently-asked-questions/.

You can call (212) 788-4000 for automated instructions.

Previous | Next