SHAKEY – 16584
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RTO SAFE 01/02/18
Shakey
Hello, my name is Shakey. My animal id is #16584. I am a male black dog at the Staten Island Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 20-Dec-2017.
Shakey 16584 is at risk for behavior concerns (Experienced behavior rating). He tolerates brief touch, but remains uncomfortable and fearful with interaction and is not thriving in the busy care center. He has opened up with some staff members after slow approach and long sessions.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 70 lbs
Barh Scan negative Male ~ 4 years old Ambx4 EENT: wnl Nervous , body tense but allowed to handle. Some teeth tartar seen Gingivitis Skin issues NOSF
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4 years History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior – tense at times but tolerated exam; muzzled for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective BCS 4-5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled; no oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Mi, 2 descended testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, erythema at caudal hindlimbs and muzzle; dry scale along dorsum and epidermal collarettes seen at caudodorsum CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment dermatitis-R/O underlying atopy vs food allergy vs mites vs other Prognosis: good Plan: start simplicef 250 mg PO SID x 14 days SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Behavior during intake: Dog jumped up on the surrendering client affectionately, aloof with staff.
Basic Information:: Client bringing in the dog stated that she was just a friend transporting the dog. She stated that the friend/the owner does not have time to take care of the dog and didn’t have the time to bring in the dog to SIACC herself.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults?
How is this dog around strangers?: Unknown
How is this dog around children?: Unknown
How is this dog around other dogs?: Unknown
How is this dog around cats?: Unknown
Date of intake:: 12/20/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 12/26/2017
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, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Toy:: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His/her body is between you and the toy, and is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness.
Summary:: Shakey displayed no behavior concerns during his handling assessment.
Date of intake:: 12/20/2017
Summary:: During intake, Shakey was aloof with staff and jumping up affectionately on person who surrendered.
Date of initial:: 12/20/2017
Summary:: During his initial medical exam, Shakey was tense but tolerated handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Shakey so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, Shakey was slow to warm to staff, but is now social and enthusiastic with a medium level of energy. He will benefit from regular mental and physical activity such as walks, runs, exercise, and play.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Shakey is food motivated, he is soft and eager to come out of his kennel when approached with food in hand. He was a bit aloof upon first entering the yard, keeping distance and approaching only to take small bits of food off a spoon and not staying in close proximity. Eventually (15-30 min later) he sits directly in front of handler, gives paw gently, and eats consistently off the spoon with soft body. When a familiar staff approached the yard, he became animated, jumping excitedly, tail wagging and affectionately jumping up. He eventually allowed some soft petting from others and followed handler around the yard. Easy to leash and placed back inside kennel without issue. Shakey also received drive by treats from staff throughout the day to help with kennel presence. He does best with a soft and slow approach, not rushing or forcing interactions at a quick pace. Once comfortable, he is social, friendly, interactive, body soft.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Potential challenges: : Kennel presence
Potential challenges comments:: While we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in any other contexts, in highly emotionally charged or stressful environments Shakey may show behavior similar to what he is currently demonstrating in his kennel (barking, may low growl when someone unfamiliar approaches, submissive grin). If crate training, we recommend always including a high value treat or chew to give positive association to kenneling.
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