SCRAPPY – A1106127

SCRAPPY – A1106127

**SAFER : AVERAGE HOME**

NEUTERED MALE, BROWN / SILVER, YORKSHIRE TERR MIX, 9 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason PET HEALTH
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 03/13/2017, From NY 11368, DueOut Date 03/13/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary BAR. scan negative. neutered male. tense, resisted handling. geriatric. mod to heavy tartar. occular d/c; eyes cleaned. clean ears, clean coat. bloated stomach. reported vomited past 2 months after eating. no vomiting or diarrhea seen at this time. eating. underweight. mild dehydration. HWT negative. Parvo Test negative. MC during initial. gave 200cc SQF as per Dr 1088. NOSF. Weight 9.0

RE-EXAM

03/14/17 : BARH. BCS= 3/9. EENT:  Eyes – mild MPOD OD, otherwise clr, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted. Oral Exam:  Mod tartar, minimal gingivitis. PLN:  No enlargements noted. H/L:  NSR, NMA, MM pk, CRT < 2.    Lungs clear, eupnic. ABD:  Non painful, thin and pendulous, full canial abd – possible hepatomegaly vs mass. U/G:  Neutered male. MSI:  Ambulatory x 4 – slightly weak pelvic limbs. Marked muscle wasting dorsally and over hips. Skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. CNS:  mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities. Assessment : Geriatric unhealthy – pendulous abd – r/o cranial oganomegaly vs mass/ neoplasia vs fluid in abd. Underweight – muscle wasting. Hx vomiting. Plan : Set up for CBC/ Chem, UA, Fecal, Xrays tomorrow. Monitor for vomiting.

PROFILE :

Basic Information:

Scrappy is a 9 year old male Yorkshire Terrier who was surrendered to ACC for being ill.

Socialization:

Around strangers Scrappy is friendly, outgoing and plays exuberantly with adults and children. Scrappy has lived with children ages 3 and 4, around them he is relaxed and playful. Scrappy has not spent time with other dogs or cats so it is unknown how he will react to them.

Behavior:

Scrappy has never bitten another person or animal and will hide when he hears loud sounds form outside. Scrappy is not bothered when people touch his food or bowl while he is eating, takes a treat/toy away , pushes/pulls him off of the furniture or holds/restrains him. Scrappy is fearful when being given a bath. Scrappy was taken to the groomers when being brushed and having his nails trimmed so it is unknown how he will react to those events. If an unfamiliar person approached Scrappy’s family or home Scrappy will smell them and walk away.

For a New family to Know:

Scrappy is described as excitable with a low activity level when he is sic and a high activity level when he is feeling better. When at home Scrappy like to stay in his favorite spot behind the couch. Scrappy likes to play with stuffed toys and was kept indoors. Scrappy was fed dry food from the brand kibbles and bits once a day. Scrappy was wee wee pad trained but since he has gotten sick he has been using the bathroom anywhere. When left alone at home Scrappy is well behaved. Scrappy is not crate trained and has never been left alone in a yard. Scrappy knows the commands sit, come, down, stay and give paw. Scrappy will not pull when going for walks.

Intake behavior:

Scrappy had a loose body during intake and allowed staff to pick him up and pet him. Scrappy allowed staff to collar, scan for a microchip and take pictures with no signs of aggression.

BEHAVIOR :

KNOWN HISTORY: Full Profile

Neutered, Owner Surrender

Previously lived with: Adults and children (ages 3 and 4 years old)

Behavior toward strangers: Social

Behavior toward children: Social and relaxed

Behavior toward dogs: Unknown

Behavior toward cats: Unknown

Resource guarding: None reported

Bite history: None reported

Housetrained: No

Energy level/descriptors: Scrappy is described as excitable with a high activity level.

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted. His ears are back, his tail is down, and he has a relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.

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 closed.

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft, bit distracted.

Squeeze 1: 2. Dog quickly pulls back.

Squeeze 2: 2. Dog quickly pulls back.

Toy: 1. No interest.

Summary: Scrappy displayed no concerning behaviors on his assessment.

DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT:

Summary

PLAYGROUP:

Pending.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:

During his initial medical exam Scrappy was tense

ENERGY LEVEL:

Scrappy’s owner reported that he has a high level of energy.  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: Average (suitable for a home with an average amount of dog experience)

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