SHADOW aka MIRACLE – A1125448

 

Manhattan Center

My name is SHADOW. My Animal ID # is A1125448.
I am a spayed female br brindle and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 6 MONTHS old.

I came in the shelter as a RETURN on 09/24/2017 from NY 11230, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

09/26/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Shadow A1125448 is at risk due to CIRDC diagnosis.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
09/24/2017 Exam Type DVM INTAKE – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 33.8 LBS.

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 months per our previous estimation Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned pos on intake History : Was first at ACC on 9/13/17, adopted, surrendered after a few days due to pt pulling on leash Subjective: Alert, energetic Observed Behavior – Wagging tail, relaxed body, allows all handling Objective BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, mild serous nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Clean adult teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Occasional soft coughing and sneezing. Quiet lungs. ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated. Spay incision – healing well, no erythema, swelling or discharge. U/G: Female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Assessment: CIRDC Plan: 1. Move straight to isolation, start doxycycline 150 mg PO SID x14 days 2. Cerenia 30 mg PO SID x5 days Prognosis: Good 1088

09/24/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
09/24/17 16:10 Shadow is very friendly and has a loose body with a wagging tail. Shadow allowed all handling. The adopter says Shadow is good with other dogs and people but is hard to walk because she pulls very hard. Shadow knows how to sit on command and is very relaxed.

09/25/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: We first met as she was soaking up some love from staff, sitting quietly, enjoying the attention. As we’re off for our walk, Shadow checks up often, her tail wagging and her face smiling as she enjoys the time. Already so smart, she sits for a treat before being asked, takes it gently and then waits for more. As lively as Shadow is, she doesn’t mind being tethered for photos, flashing her fabulous grin. Shadow loves other dogs, playing exuberantly as she bounces around a pen with her canine buddies. Head tilts, wagging tails, big smiles and lots of love are in store for Shadow’s new family. She’s a rockstar puppy and her way to being a rockstar adult. Shadow comes in tiny prancy, dancy package, and Miss Shadow is ready to prove it to you. Video refers to Shadow’s former name Miracle.

09/25/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Limited profile Date of intake 9/24/2017 Spayed female, owner surrender Behavior toward strangers: social, friendly Behavior toward dogs: Social Other notes: Shadow pulls on leash. Date of assessment 9/15/2017 Look: 1. Dog leans forward to lick the Assessor’s face with tail wagging, ears back and eyes averted. 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, a bit distracted. Squeeze 1 / 2: 2. Dog gently places her open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure. Toy 1. Minimal interest. Dog smells, walks away. Summary: Shadow was social during her handling assessment, with occasional typical puppy mouthing and wiggly body. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: Miracle greets politely and engages in bouncy play with male and female dogs. She is polite when greeting dogs who are calmer. INTAKE BEHAVIOR Date of intake 9/24/2017 During intake, Shadow allowed all handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: Date of initial 9/24/2017 During her initial medical exam, Shadow was alert and energetic, allowed all handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have limited information on shadow so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, Shadow displays as a young, social, enthusiastic dog who will require daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend daily walks,runs, exercise, and play as well as long lasting chews such as kongs and nylabones to positively direct her puppy enthusiasm.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially in the behavior outlined below) Potential challenges: _X_Mouthiness/Poor bite inhibition – Miracle has shown some mouthiness in the care center. Little pressure is applied, but this is a behavior that should be extinguished through training alternate behaviors as this can frighten people. We recommend never playing with bare hands- always with a toy – and ending play or attention whenever Miracle puts teeth on skin. We only recommend force-free, reward based positive reinforcement training as more aversive techniques can make the challenge worse. _X_Strength/leash pulling – Previous owner reports Shadow pulls on leash. It is recommended that Shadow be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which helps diminish her strength through leverage, and that she be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash.

09/14/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
*Play group greeter dog* Miracle is social when engaging with dogs in the care center. She is polite to other dogs who are calm, and often solicits play. The behavior department feels that Miracle may be compatible with other dogs who are playful and social. 9/14-15: When introduced off leash to male and female dogs, Miracle is polite when greeting. She engages in bouncy play when introduced to others who are playful. 9/16-17: Miracle greets politely and engages in bouncy play with male and female dogs. She is polite when greeting dogs who are calmer.

09/24/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 months per our previous estimation Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned pos on intake History : Was first at ACC on 9/13/17, adopted, surrendered after a few days due to pt pulling on leash Subjective: Alert, energetic Observed Behavior – Wagging tail, relaxed body, allows all handling Objective BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, mild serous nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Clean adult teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Occasional soft coughing and sneezing. Quiet lungs. ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated. Spay incision – healing well, no erythema, swelling or discharge. U/G: Female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Assessment: CIRDC Plan: 1. Move straight to isolation, start doxycycline 150 mg PO SID x14 days 2. Cerenia 30 mg PO SID x5 days Prognosis: Good 1088

No RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found
– Normal,
No detailed description for a visit type RE-EXAM or CAGE-EXAM found!

Generated on Sep 26 2017 6:00PM

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ADOPTED 09/21/17

**SAFER : EXPERIENCED HOME**

FEMALE, BR BRINDLE / WHITE, PIT BULL MIX, 6 mos
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 09/13/2017, From NY 10474, DueOut Date 09/16/2017

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary Microchip: negative, placed 981020025080017 Sex: intact female Age: appx 6m Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean Nose: no d/c Teeth: no staining, young If abnormal BCS: WNL 5/9 Skin: WNL Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no Behavior: allows all handling, friendly Medication: N/A, preventatives given
Weight 29.2

A volunteer writes:  Sing along with me:  “I believe in Miracles, where you from you sexy thing…”.   Can’t get that song out of my head now that I’ve met Miracle!  We first met as she was soaking up some love from staff, sitting quietly enjoying the attention.   As we’re off for our walk, Miracle checks up often, her tail wagging and her face smiling as she enjoys the time.   Already so smart, she sits for a treat before being asked, takes it gently and then waits for more.   As lively as Miracle is she doesn’t mind being tethered for photos, flashing her fabulous grin. Miracle loves other dogs, playing exuberantly as she bounces around a pen with her canine buddies.  Head tilts, wagging tails, big smiles and lots of love are in store for Miracle’s new family.   She’s a rockstar puppy and her way to being a rockstar adult.   Miracles do come in tiny prancy, dancy packages, and Miss Miracle is ready to prove it to you.

BEHAVIOR :

KNOWN HISTORY: None

Unaltered female, stray

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

Look: 1. Dog leans forward to lick the Assessor’s face with tail wagging, ears back and eyes averted. 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, a bit distracted.

Squeeze 1 / 2: 2. Dog gently places her open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure.

Toy 1. Minimal interest. Dog smells, walks away.

Summary: Miracle was social during her handling assessment, with occasional typical puppy mouthing and wiggly body.

PLAYGROUP:

When introduced off leash to male and female dogs, MIracle is polite when greeting.  She engages in bouncy play when introduced to others who are playful.

INTAKE BEHAVIOR:

During intake, Miracle allowed all handling.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:

During her initial medical exam, Miracle was social and allowed all handling.

ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Miracle so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially in the behavior outlined below)

Potential challenges:

_X_Mouthiness/Poor bite inhibition – Miracle has shown some mouthiness in the care center. Little pressure is applied, but this is a behavior that should be extinguished through training alternate behaviors as this can frighten people. We recommend never playing with bare hands- always with a toy – and ending play or attention whenever Miracle puts teeth on skin. We only recommend force-free, reward based positive reinforcement training as more aversive techniques can make the challenge worse.

 

 

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