STAR – 21482
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2-26-2018 Staten Island
Rescue: Metropolitan Maltese
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Star
Hello, my name is Star. My animal id is #21482. I am a desexed male white dog at the Staten Island Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 14 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 23-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving.
Star 21482 is at risk for medical concerns. He has a heart murmur and underlying conditions due to age. Please see our vet notes for more information. He will likely need follow up vet care.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.125 lbs
23/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 14 years Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative History : owner surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior – tense but tolerated exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective RR= 38 BCS 4-5/9 EENT: Ou-lenticular sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild/moderate dental calc PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: grade 4/6 heart murmur, regular rhythm, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic. Coughing multiple times throughout exam ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, some mats CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment heart murmur coughing- R/O heart disease vs collapsing trachea vs infectious vs other Prognosis: guarded Plan: recommend thoracic radiographs as soon as possible chemistry, unable to get enough blood for a CBC today recommend limited activity
23/02/2018
Chemistry: mildly increased BUN (37), normal creatinine- R/O dehydration vs renal disease vs GI bleed vs other rest wnl
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Behavior during intake: Star had a tense body and was hiding behind the owner during intake. Counselor was able to scan for a microchip and take a picture but unable to collar due to Star growling.
Basic Information:: Star is a 14 year old neutered male that has no previous or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner had Star for 14 years but had to surrender due to moving.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers Star is shy for a few days and would stay in his favorite spot whenever someone came to the home
How is this dog around children?: Owner did not have any children in the home but when the owners grandchildren ages 8 and 9 would come to the home, Star was tolerant during play time but would usually keep to himself.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Owner did not have any other pets in the home but whenever a family member would come to the home with a male small breed dog, Star was respectful and tolerant.
How is this dog around cats?: Owner did not have any cats in the home so behavior is unknown
Resource guarding:: Star will bark when someone tries to take away his food, treats or toys
Bite history:: Star does not have a bite history
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: Star will bark when his food, treats and toys are taken away and when someone approaches the owner’s home. When someone tries to restrain Star or disturb him while sleeping, he will growl. He is not bothered when someone pushes his off furniture, being given a bath or having his nails trimmed.
For a New Family to Know: Star is described as affectionate with the owners, mellow and independent. He has a medium activity level and likes to play with balls, stuffed animals and squeaky toys. In the home, Star liked to stay in his favorite spot. He was kept mostly indoors and is partially house trained. Owner stated that they would let Star go potty indoors and not walk him much outside. When he is walked outside consistently, he will not go potty indoors. In the home, Star was fed mostly carrots and celery. When left alone in the home, Star would go potty indoors. Star knows the cues come and stay. For exercise, Star was taken on slow walks on the leash. When on leash, he tends to pull lightly on the leash. Owner was able to walk Star off leash and stated that Star would wander at first but come back when his name was called.
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