SHORTY – A1113759

Brooklyn Center

My name is SHORTY. My Animal ID # is A1113759.
I am a male brown and tan shih tzu mix. The shelter thinks I am about 12 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 05/31/2017 from NY 11216, owner surrender reason stated was MOVE2PRIVA.

AT RISK MEMO
No At Risk Memo

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/02/2017 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 16.6 LBS.

06/02/17 Check for limping RH S/O: QAR. Very stoic in cage, difficult to read behavior. Started bearing teeth when trying to examine MS: Unable to have him stand/walk during exam, unable to assess gait A: Geriatric, blind – R/O retinal disease vs other, possible lameness – R/O from matted coat vs soft tissue injury vs MPL vs other P: Rec rimadyl 25mg PO q24 x 3 days. Attempt recheck in 3 days.

05/31/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/31/17 15:12 Basic Information: Shorty is a brown and tan, small dog that is possible 10 years old. The owner received Shorty as a gift from a family member. The owner is surrendering Shorty because he is moving to a place that does not allow pets. Shorty has no known illness. Socialization: Shorty has lived with 3 adults in the home. He has been around children of various ages. He plays chase with them and enjoys belly rubs. He has never lived with dog or cats. When stranger come over he barks but warms up to new people quickly. He later accepts rubs and he jumps up for affection. Behavior: Shorty has never had a bite history. He is house trained and gets walked twice a day. He is food reactive and growls when touching his food bowl or treats. He enjoys baths, nails trims and having his hair cut by the groomers. When his left alone in the home, he is not destructive of things. For New Families to Know: Shorty is described as relaxed, loyal and friendly. Shorty loves to be petted and enjoys hours of sleep. He follows the owner around the house. He knows the command sit, stay and come. He spends most of the day in the owner’s bedroom sleeping in his dog bed. He enjoys any small bite treats. His eats small amounts of dry food, twice a day. Shorty is not interested in toys. He enjoys mostly lounging around the house or cuddling in the bed. Behavior During Intake: Shorty was very relaxed and mellow. He lay down on the floor and then sat for treats. He allowed being collard, scanned and photographed by counselor.

WEB MEMO
No Web Memo

06/02/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Full profile 5/31/17 Unaltered Male, Owner surrender (Length in previous home) Previously lived with: Three adults and has been around children of all ages. Behavior toward strangers: Barks but warms up to new people quickly. Behavior toward children: Playful and love to play chase with them. Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: Yes, he will growl when his food bowl is touched. Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes SAFER ASSESSMENT: 6/2/17 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 likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag:2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, and approaches the Assessor at the end of the game (need coaxing to approach.) He is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Squeeze 1&2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy 1: No interest. Summary: Shorty was calm and friendly towards the assessor. PLAYGROUP: Pending… INTAKE BEHAVIOR 5/31/17: Upon intake Shorty was very relaxed and mellow, he allowed all handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 5/31/17: During his medical examination, Shorty was quiet and calm, he allowed all handling.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No young children (under 5)- Due to potential food guarding behavior. Shorty gave an appropriate warning of his discomfort (growl) but we feel that young children may not know to respect this warning. Older, dog savvy children can be considered as long as the adults feel confident that Shorty can be left alone while eating so he does not need to escalate from a growl. Behavior modification for food guarding behavior can be found at aspcapro.org. Potential challenges: _X_Resource guarding- Shorty is reported to growl over food. He should be left alone while eating, and should be taught the cue “drop” and other trade up games so Shorty learns that dropping food or having people around while he is eating is rewarding. Behavior modification protocols for food guarding behavior can be found on aspcapro.org

06/01/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
According to Shorty’s previous guardian, he has never lived with dog. 6/1: When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Shorty mostly keeps to himself in a group of small male and female dogs. He barks when the other dogs approach him.

05/31/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
05/31/17 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 12 yrs Microchip noted on Intake? No. History : Brought in by owner, noted to be blind. Subjective: Observed Behavior – Approached front of cage readily once he knew someone was there, allowed himself to be picked up without struggling. Quiet and calm demeanor, allows all handling. Evidence of Cruelty seen – No. Evidence of Trauma seen – No. Objective: BARH. mm=pink, moist, CRT<2 s. HR=80, RR=16. BCS=5/9. ORAL: Mod. to severe calculus, gingivitis. EENT: Mature cataracts and pigmented corneal opacities OU, neg. menace response. No oculonasal discharge, no sneezing. Ears clean. PLN: No enlargements noted. H/L: Lungs clear, no murmurs/arrhythmias. ABD: Non painful, no masses/organomegaly palpated. U/G: Intact male, both testicles palpable. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no lameness. Matted haircoat, especially around face, neck and limbs. No fleas, no skin lesions. CNS: Mentation appropriate, no signs of neurologic abnormalities. A: Approx. 12 yr old dog with matting, dental disease, and blind due to cataracts. P: Scheduled for mat shave, CBC/CHEM panel. Permanent waiver from neuter surgery due to age. Good prognosis – needs dental cleaning when placed.

06/02/2017 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
06/02/17 Check for limping RH S/O: QAR. Very stoic in cage, difficult to read behavior. Started bearing teeth when trying to examine MS: Unable to have him stand/walk during exam, unable to assess gait A: Geriatric, blind – R/O retinal disease vs other, possible lameness – R/O from matted coat vs soft tissue injury vs MPL vs other P: Rec rimadyl 25mg PO q24 x 3 days. Attempt recheck in 3 days.

Generated on Jun 2 2017 6:00PM

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