TATER -18276
Gone - 1-25-2018 Manhattan
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GONE 01/25/18
Tater
Hello, my name is Tater. My animal id is #18276. I am a female brown brindle dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 14-Jan-2018.
Tater is at risk for behavioral reasons. Tater is nervous and fearful in the shelter, and whilst, given some time, she accepts people she comes to know, she remains very fearful of people she doesn’t. This results in her displaying what comes across as aggressive behavior towards visitors to the shelter. Medically, we have no concerns for Tater, who presents as a healthy dog.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A staff member writes: Ever been to a prairie to roll down the hills to release some energy? Do you want to but with a friend who will enjoy it as much as you will? Look no further. Tater is shy at the moment, but offer her an enticing jump & a skip, and you’ll get her playful gears going. The way she leaped forward reminded me of those dance moves from the movie “The Sound of Music”: very dainty but still full of LIFE & PASSION. Just a moment later, she hopped onto my lap with the same daintiness as if to say “Thank you, dear, for the much needed fun”. That’s all she really needs: someone who will have as much fun with her as she will with them. A volunteer writes: Elegant, ethereal, and so very shy, our Tater is nonetheless happy for a chance to come out for a walk. She’s alert and curious as she checks out her new environment, never missing a thing, especially a squirrel who comes too close. Watch out, squirrel! She shyly welcomes affection when it comes softy and gently, putting paws on a lap, enjoying some treats, and then some easy petting. Off leash, she’s all about some zoomies as she enjoys the freedom of an open pen. Tater’s world has been shaken to the core when she lost her person, and she’s rebounding as best she can. A soft, gentle, easy approach, giving her time to warm up on her own timetable, is what our beauty needs. How big is your heart?
My medical notes are…
Weight: 41 lbs
14/01/2018
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, did not place Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allowed minimal handling (sedate effect and dysphoric when waking) Sex: intact female Estimated Age: appx 3y Subjective: seemingly healthy animal darted by ESU prior to intake, no dart entry wound found, did not MC or HWT to avoid escalation in mentation Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: mild staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: altered, ataxic and dysphoric (not focusing on objects, growling and then whimpering to self) Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy animal recovering from tranq Plan: DVM intake, MC and HWT when able
16/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 Microchip noted on Intake? Placed on intake Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : Stray Hold Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – Excitable, timid, growled on physical examination so placed a muzzle Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective T = P = 120 (excited) R = BCS = 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled – did not examine PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female intact – unremarkable MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment – healthy Prognosis: excellent Plan: OH SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Date of intake:: 1/14/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 1/17/2018
Look:: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, tail is between legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick.
Tag:: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Dog is likely crouching, may have a long lip or lip lick.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Tater did not approach the assessor in the assessment room and at first moved away from the assessor. After several minutes, she allowed the assessor to slowly approach her. She allowed all handling but remained tense and had a tucked tail.
Summary:: DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: The behavior department feels that any introductions between Tater and other dogs should be conducted on a one on one basis to respectful male dogs. In the care center, she has been observed to offer polite greeting to male dogs, while remaining uncomfortable in the presence of female dogs. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray.
Summary (1):: 1/16: When introduced off leash to the male greeter dog, Tater is initially fearful with a tucked tail. After spending time outside, she is able to shake off and re approach with a softer body and un-tucked tail.
Summary (2):: 1/19: Tater greets a male dog politely then greets a female dog politely. After lingering face to face with the female she offers a strong correction and is removed from the pen.
Summary (3):: 1/20: Tater greets a group of male dogs politely then anxiously seeks exit from the pen.
Date of initial:: 1/14/2018
Summary:: Tater allowed minimal handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Tater so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Initially, Tater was fearful in the shelter environment. She allowed minimal touch when interacting with handlers and kept her distance. However, after sufficient time to acclimate, Tater has begun to become social with handlers, choosing to approach them, soliciting attention, and remaining near them. Although still fearful at the care center, she has shown great improvements in her interactions with handlers.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to how uncomfortable Tater is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. No dog parks: Due to apparent selectivity when interacting with other dogs, it is recommend Tater meet other dogs on a one on one basis.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Tater 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 Tater, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Minerva to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention.
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