SKITTLE – A1115142

Manhattan Center

My name is SKITTLE. My Animal ID # is A1115142.
I am a neutered male gold and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 06/13/2017 from NY 11691, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

06/25/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1115142 Skittle is At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/24/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 49.0 LBS.

06/24/17 14:24 S/O: decreased appetite and energy muocidc nasal dc sneezing A: CIRDC P: move to iso 225mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

06/13/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
Dog was affectionate and energetic.

06/25/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Skittle is not a tiny piece of candy but a sizable young and gorgeous young man ready to sweeten and spice your life with his presence. He came in a bit shy and with a cough. Both issues have mysteriously vanished, and Skittle romps now happily and exuberantly with his peers, males and females in the yard. He has remained very sweet and comes when called for standing hugs, not forgetting to give kisses. He is a big tail wagger, sits beautifully on command and takes treats very politely from my hand. He is a good walker, does his business without much marking, and even if sometimes he wants to mouth a little my hand, he stops upon request, no toy or treat needed. Skittle is a very elegant dog, perched on tall legs and dressed very attractively, his bright eyes matching his coat color. He will make a great forever best friend, loving and fun at the same time. Come and meet him soon at the Manhattan Care Center. A volunteer adds: Skittle is another dog I look forward to spending time with when I am at the care center. One, he is beautiful, two, he is well mannered, three, he is so manageable by me, an older person and four, he is very friendly and super affectionate. He has other qualities too, like loving the company of other dogs, males and females and the company of people, even when there is a large pack of them. Noises in the street do not bother him and he so enjoys going to the park and blends in with the crowd…I love his smile, his gentle face and the way he waits patiently in his kennel, laying by his door. Skittle will make a wonderful forever best friend. Ask for him, spend time with him and take him home. He is for sure one of the best decisions you will make in your life…

06/14/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: None 6/13/17 Unaltered Male, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 6/14/17 Look: 1. Dog leans forward 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: 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: 2. Dog gently places his open mouth over the Assessor’s hand without applying pressure. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Skittle was social throughout his assessment. He became a but mouthy at times but with very light pressure. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: Skittle plays exuberantly with other dogs in the care center. The behavior department feels Skittle may be most compatible with other dogs who are highly social and playful. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Upon intake Dog was affectionate and energetic. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 6/13/17 During his initial medical exam, Skittle allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Skittle so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, 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 some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) Potential challenges: _X_Mouthiness/Poor bite inhibition: Skittle 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 and lack of reward (ex. walking away whenever Skittle’s teeth make contact with skin).

06/14/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Skittle plays exuberantly with other dogs in the care center. The behavior department feels Skittle may be most compatible with other dogs who are highly social and playful. 6/14: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog Skittle is exuberantly playful, and engages in running chase play.  He at times continues to solicit despite receiving warning signals from a dog who is uncomfortable. 6/15: Skittle plays exuberantly with male and female dogs. 6/22-6/23: Skittle engages in running, bouncy play with male and female dogs.

06/13/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: aniscoria without classic horner’s syndrome: left pupil larger than right, sluggish PLR. left eye possible droop (shoudl be right ear for horners). significance (if any) is uncertain. Observed Behavior – wags tail, playful, licks face Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective P = 50 R = pant BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted–anisocoria Oral Exam: clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: anisocoria, sluggish PLR left eye Assessment: anisocoria Plan: monitor…likely not cause for concern Prognosis: good SURGERY: Okay for surgery

06/24/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
06/24/17 14:24 S/O: decreased appetite and energy muocidc nasal dc sneezing A: CIRDC P: move to iso 225mg Doxycycline PO SID x14days px: good

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