STAR – A1106340

Manhattan Center

My name is STAR. My Animal ID # is A1106340.
I am a female br brindle and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR 6 MONTHS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 03/16/2017 from NY 10474, owner surrender reason stated was BITEPEOPLE.

04/03/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1106340 Star is At Risk for behavior

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
04/03/2017 Exam Type OBSERVATION – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 43.6 LBS.

eating well, i given chicken breast. nosf

03/16/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
03/16/17 20:41 dog was nervous coming out of the crate but easy to leash and easy going into kennel danielle ayala

04/03/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Up front in her kennel ready for a walk, she beckons me with a tail wag and a little jig. Easily leashed Star steps out and we make a beeline for outside where she potties immediately. Star pulls slightly on leash as we head to the park, her tail wagging softly. She’s a tiny thing in a lush red coat, caramel eyes, and a worried look. After some photos, she’s a reluctant but good model, we sit together, Star at my feet watching park activities. The sound of a leaf blower, the sound of a basketball hitting a backdrop, the sound of a kid on a skate board….nothing bothers her as she sits quietly. At one point Star puts her head in my lap for some petting, then wags her tail at someone passing by. That moment of connection passes and she’s back to sitting, a solitary pose as she quietly looks outward again. Star is shy and nervous, but I think pleased at our time together on a pretty spring morning. Star will need a gentle touch, a soft voice and all the time she needs to feel safe and loved again. Who’s ready to give her that gift?

03/29/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Limited Profile 3/16/17 Unaltered Female, Stray Bite history: Yes, Star bit a person who was arguing in the hall of the building. Her owner opened the door to their apartment and Star ran out and bit the person. Severity of the bite is unknown. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 3/29/17 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body posture is tense, her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is down, body tense, mouth closed. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body a bit tense. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Star kept a distance from the assessor when possible during the assessment. She allowed the assessor to come close to her, but would move away when she was able to. She allowed all handling. PLAYGROUP: 3/29: Star is muzzled for interaction due to DOH hold status. She is initially a bit tense and displays a bit of whale eye when approached. She becomes more comfortable and softens in body. Star growls when solicited with play. Based on lack of history and observation in the care center, the behavior department recommends allowing Star time to decompress before immediate introductions to other dogs. Future introductions should be conducted to respectful dogs on a one on one basis. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 3/18/17 During her initial medical exam, Star was very tense. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Star so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. However, she is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.

IN-SHELTER OBSERVATIONS: With continued slow, positive interactions Star has been able to be removed from her kennel and has displayed social behavior toward select handlers that she comfortable with (allowing petting, leashing, and engaging in play with human handlers). She has been observed to growl towards select male handlers. She has also been observed to respond to the use of high value treats during her interactions. Star should never be forced to interact with any people she may be uncomfortable around. RECOMMENDATIONS: Experienced adopter, adult-only home (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with behaviors outlined below) _X_No children (under 13): Due to Star’s bite history, she recommend an adult-only home at this time. She has shown restraint in the care center and has not demonstrated any warnings of aggression, but when highly aroused Star has shown a willingness to bite. Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Star has shown she will bite in a situations where she is highly aroused or frightened. In the care center, Star gives clear warnings when she is uncomfortable and does seem to choose to avoid or retreat when given the opportunity, but if prevented from moving away there is a potential to escalate to higher-level warning behaviors and possible fear-based aggression. It is important to move slowly with Star, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Star to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention.)

03/29/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
3/29: Star is muzzled for interaction due to DOH hold status. She is initially a bit tense and displays a bit of whale eye when approached. She becomes more comfortable and softens in body. Star growls when solicited with play. Based on lack of history and observation in the care center, the behavior department recommends allowing Star time to decompress before immediate introductions to other dogs. Future introductions should be conducted to respectful dogs on a one on one basis.

03/18/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Findings History :Stray Scan Positive:981020017373527 Subjective IF 1.5 yo Pit bull mix Observed Behavior – Very scared Evidence of Cruelty seen – None Evidence of Trauma seen – None Objective BAR H T = WNL P =118 R =34 BCS 5/9 EENT: OU clear, AU clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: No dental tartar, all permanent teeth are present PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Not performed Assessment 1.- Apparently healthy Medical Behavior Status: Yellow/Scared Medical Status: Healthy Asilomar Status: 1 Plan – HWT (negative) – DAPP SQ RFL – Bordetella IN – Shave abdomen No spay scar seen Prognosis: Good

04/03/2017 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 1 – NORMAL ,
4/3/17 Hx: Reported to have lost weight since admission – about 4 lbs so far. This morning, ACS repoorted that pt just threw all her food out of the cage and didn’t eat it. Pt appears to be slightly overweight at BCS 6/9. R/O stress vs. fear vs. other cause. Deworm appropriately and continue to monitor. 1088 —- 4/2 Hx: stray admitted 3/17, DVM intake WNL, has been fearful in shelter, on RTO hold (thru 8pm 4/2), wt loss of 4# reported since intake s/o: barking energetically at front of kennel takes treats dropped into kennel readily good appetite reported by treatment techs BCS 5/9, no lameness a: weight loss r/o behavioral vs medical p: reweight in 1 wk px: open, young dog, likely experiencing stress, undersocialized based on behavior, RTO or NH placement recommended 4/1/17 Lost 4.2# since intake visual exam only d/t temperment BAR, barking aggressively, unable to examine A: weight loss: r/o GI causes (parasites, FB, infectious, other) vs. non GI (stress, underlying metabolic/endocrine) P: requested reweigh to ensure accurate weight, check app, pending if eating well or not, consider further workup such as abn rads and cbc/chem (could require sedation), empirical deworming. If stress related cause, then p will not eat well here at ACC unless becomes comfortable or returns to o prognosis: open DVM Intake Exam Findings History :Stray Scan Positive:981020017373527 Subjective IF 1.5 yo Pit bull mix Observed Behavior – Very scared Evidence of Cruelty seen – None Evidence of Trauma seen – None Objective BAR H T = WNL P =118 R =34 BCS 5/9 EENT: OU clear, AU clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: No dental tartar, all permanent teeth are present PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Not performed Assessment 1.- Apparently healthy Medical Behavior Status: Yellow/Scared Medical Status: Healthy Asilomar Status: 1 Plan – HWT (negative) – DAPP SQ RFL – Bordetella IN – Shave abdomen No spay scar seen Prognosis: Good

 

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