SONY – 8379 (Alternate ID – A1122382)

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SONY – 8379 (Alternate ID – A1122382)

**SAFER : AVERAGE HOME**

SPAYED FEMALE, GRAY / WHITE, AM PIT BULL TER MIX, 2 yrs, 1 mos
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason OWN EVICT
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 08/17/2017, From NY 11368, DueOut Date 08/17/2017

Medical Behavior Evaluation No Initial Behavior
Medical Summary Estimated age: 2 years Microchip noted on Intake?  negative History : o/s Subjective:  BARH Observed Behavior – Stiff and nervous for all exam but tolerated PE and procedures without a fight  P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT:  Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam:  clean adult dentition PLN:  No enlargements noted H/L:  NSR, NMA, CRT < 2,    Lungs clear, eupneic ABD:  Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:  FI, no vulvar d/c, no MGTs MSI:  Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS:  mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: CTM while at BACC Prognosis: excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery   55.0 lbs

A volunteer writes: Have you been looking for an energetic, loving pup who gets so excited every time you come home that she spins in circles and wags her tail like a helicopter, eager to jump up and smother you with kisses? Then come meet Sony at the Brooklyn ACC! Sony seems to be housetrained, pulls on leash a bit (eager to explore everything!) but is responsive to her handler, can sit for treats, and loves her favorite people. Sony is not a big fan of small dogs, but has been doing pretty well with dogs her size in playgroup at the care center. Come and see this active, pretty, and happy girl today!

A staff member writes: Sony is a star behind a mask. Her face is full of beauty and white polka dots. Sony is very well-mannered and appears to be house-trained. Sony remains with a loose-wiggly body when I approach her. She is happy when she goes out for walks and when she knows we are about to play. Once in the playpen, Sony free runs around, in circles that is. She likes to play with tennis balls and she LOVES treats, she will be mesmerized by a palm full of her favorite treats, it is so cute. This little lady knows basic commands like sit and stay. While Sony and me interacted, she jumped up to me and rested her head on my chest and enjoyed getting her rubs, in that moment she warmed my heart up to the core, it had to be the sweetest thing I’ve seen. She has a great personality and is definitely a candidate for a pal. She does well with dogs her size and is very open and outgoing around strangers. I love seeing her at BACC, but I would love to seem this gorgeous mama strive on in her dream forever home. Come see this beautiful, happy soul at BACC today!!!!

PROFILE :

Basic information

Sony is a 2 year old female medium sized dog with no known medical conditions. Owner has had Sony for one year and is surrendering because of landlord issues.

Socialization

Sony has not lived with children but has socialized with children ages 2 and 4. Around children Sony is relaxed and affectionate. Sony plays gently with both children and adults. Sony has not lived with cats and behavior is not known for interacting with them. Sony has lived with dogs and is playful with them.  Sony played gently with the dogs  in the house and wit most dogs he interacted with but maybe selective with certain small dogs and may not get along with them. Around strangers Sony is friendly and outgoing. Sony does not have a bite or scratch history.

Behavior

During storms and fireworks Sony  gets a little nervous. Sony isnt bothered when having his food bowl touched or having toys and treats taken away. Sony enjoys getting bathes and being brushed. Sony isn’t bothered when being pushed off furniture or being held and restrained. Sony has not had his nails trimmed by previous owner before.. When someone unfamiliar approaches the house Sony likes to wait at the door quietly and greets them with a wagging tail when they come in.

For the new family to know

Sony was described as affectionate, confident and independent with a medium activity level. Sony enjoys playing with balls and rope toys and knows how to play fetch. One of his favorite things previous owner liked about Sony is that she doesn’t bark. Sony is house trained and goes on 3 walks a day. Sony prefers to go to the bathroom on grass and doesn’t pull on the leash. Sony has never been let off the leash outside.. Sony is well behaved when left in the house and the yard alone. Sony knows the commands sit, come and go.  Sony eats Alpo dry food 3 times a day. For exercise Sony likes to play in the yard. When its time for bed Sony  likes to sleep in her dog bed.

Behavior during intake.

During intake Sony was curious. She came up to the counselor with a loose body and allowed to be canned and collared with no problem. Sony would become shy at moments but quickly became relaxed again. Sony would jump up to see counselor over the desk and allowed all handling.

BEHAVIOR :

KNOWN HISTORY: Full profile

Unaltered Female, Owner surrender (1 year in the previous home)

Previously lived with: Adults and spent time with children (ages 2 and 4 years old)

Behavior toward strangers: Friendly

Behavior toward children: Relaxed and affectionate

Behavior toward dogs: Playful and gentle

Behavior toward cats: Unknown

Resource guarding: None reported

Bite history: None reported

Housetrained: Yes

Energy level/descriptors: The owner stated Sony displays a medium activity level in the household.

Other notes:

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds.

Sensitivity:2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is between her legs, body a bit tense with her mouth closed.

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

Squeeze 1& 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw.

Toy: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog smells, then turns away.

Summary: Sony was friendly and social towards the assessor.

PLAYGROUP:

When off leash at the Care Center, Sony engages in gentle play with both male and female dogs. She is tolerant of most inappropriate behaviors, and occasionally explores her surroundings. According to Sony’s previous owner, Sony is selective with smaller dogs. She was gentle around a Chihuahua. The Behavior Department recommends that Sony be placed in a home with resident dogs that match her gentle play style.

8/18: Sony displays a soft posture around the novel male dog. She is tolerant of his persistent genital sniffs, and explores her surroundings. As the session continues, Sony begins to whine and display anxious behavior.

819: Sony solicits gentle play when introduced to a novel female dog. She bounces around the pen, and is tolerant of the other dog’s assertive behavior.

8/20 – 8/22: Sony was used as a greeter dog and is soft and social in a group of males and females. She solicits play from other playful dogs with bounces and bows. She is tolerant of a male dog persistently mounting her.

INTAKE BEHAVIOR

Upon intake Sony was curious but she displayed a loose body posture and allowed all handling.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:

During her medical examination, Sony was stiff and nervous, she did allow all handling.

ENERGY LEVEL: Her previous owner reports a medium activity level, which matches what we have seen in the care center.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

 

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