SPOTTIE – A1092074

SPOTTIE – A1092074

**SAFER: AVERAGE HOME**

NEUTERED MALE, WHITE / BLACK, FEIST MIX, 1 yr
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 10/02/2016, From NY 10456, DueOut Date10/05/2016

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary Intact male Scan negstive for a microchip About 1 year old Eyes are clear Nose-Ni discharge Ears are clean Teeth are white Coat os clean As of now no signs of URI As of now no VSC/D NOSF
Weight 29.8

A volunteer writes:  Without meaning to, I saved the softest, sweetest dog for last, and he was my perfect denouement to a long day.  Easy to leash, easy to walk, shyly snuggly, his tail wags as we walk, he looks up waiting for his ‘good boy’ after going potty, and his little snuggles and kisses are sublime.   His white coat is lush and clean, his little imp face looks softly up at me, his eyes gentle and full of wonder.  As we sat in the park for some pictures and cuddles, Spottie loved watching the birds and squirrels, wagged his tail at a family walking by, and loved watching some kids play ball.  He comes when called, takes  treats gently and when not to his liking equally gently spits them out.   He lay his head on my knee for some petting, and when curiousity got the better of him jumped down from where we were sitting to see what else was new and exciting.   Spry, gentle, adorable, compact Spottie is the perfect soft end to my day.   Coming home to this little dude must be amazing……and while it can’t be me, it could be you.   Don’t pass up the chance to meet him when you visit.

KNOWN HISTORY: N/A

Unaltered, Stray

SAFER ASSESSMENT: 10/04/16

Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions.

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: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game.

Squeeze 1/2:  1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.

Toy: 1. No interest.

Summary: Spottie showed NO concern during the behavior assessment.

PLAYGROUP:

10/4: When introduced off leash to another dog in the care center, Spottie is initially a bit tense when approached.  He is tolerant of play solicitation but doesn’t reciprocate.  He softens a bit and offers a small wag.  Spottie arrived as a stray so in home behavior with dogs is unknown.  The behavior department recommends slow introduction to dogs in a future home.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:10/03/16

During his initial medical examination, Spottie readily allowed all handling without issue.

ENERGY LEVEL:

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

10/4: When introduced off leash to another dog in the care center, Spottie is initially a bit tense when approached.  He is tolerant of play solicitation but doesn’t reciprocate.  He softens a bit and offers a small wag.  Spottie arrived as a stray so in home behavior with dogs is unknown.  The behavior department recommends slow introduction to dogs in a future home.

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