TEARDROP – 17541
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SAFE 01/11/18
Teardrop
Hello, my name is Teardrop. My animal id is #17541. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 03-Jan-2018.
Teardrop is at risk for behavioral reasons. His in-kennel behavior has been deteriorating to the extent that we are very concerned for his general well-being. Outside of the kennel, despite being fearful and anxious at times, Teardrop has been easy to handle and is sociable with other dogs. Due to his tendency to be fearful and anxious we suggest that he would be best suited to an adult only home. Medically, aside from a case of “happy tail”, Teardrop presents as a healthy dog.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A staff member writes: Don’t shed a tear just yet! This boy will make your heart drop faster than you can say his name! TEARDROP! Three cheers for this handsome, long-legged fellow. He’s the epitome of athletic yet humble. He has a way of expressing his independence in ways that you don’t usually find. Once Teardrop finds you comfy as a pillow, he’ll want to stretch out and won’t want to leave your lap. But he’s also up for a nice run so he can feel the wind blowing in his face. I mean with those legs, can you blame him? Teardrop will blow your mind with his best-of-both worlds attitude, but there’s only one way to find out! A volunteer adds: A volunteer writes: He may not have found his family just yet but Teardrop isn’t feeling sorry for himself and you’ll always find him front and center in his den, chatting up a storm and eager to let everyone know that he can’t wait to get out and start doing what he does best–loving on his friends! Whether they walk on two legs or four, this sweet boy has enough room in his heart for everyone and he’s equally happy sitting on a warm lap or softly playing with other pups in playgroup. Out on the street Teardrop can be a bit overwhelmed by all the noise and bustle of the city but he responds well to a reassuring voice and tries hard to be brave, sniffing all around and greeting passing dogs with a happy tail. He appreciates treats and toys (or better still, a treat hiding inside a toy!) and takes them politely and he’s always happy to share his good fortune with others. A kind-hearted pup with a ton of potential, Teardrop is searching for a family to love and a safe space to build his confidence and become the amazing grown-up he was always meant to be. Won’t you reach out a helping paw today?
My medical notes are…
Weight: 50 lbs
3/01/2018
BARH scan negative male intact appx a yr old nervous, tense clean EENT clean coat underweight BCS 3/9 NOSF
4/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:1-2y Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History :stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -rambunctious, jumpy, wags tail Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =80 R =pant BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean-pinna very pink but wnl;, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment; healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
9/01/2018
Hx: Happy tail reported S: Alert in kennel, running back and forth O: BAR, tail waving. No current bleeding. A: Tail lesion (“happy tail”) P: Monitor. Rec placement outside the shelter ASAP! Consider bandaging if necessary. 1088
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 1/3/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 1/7/2018
Look:: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 3. Dog is not fearful and is struggling to get away. The dog is not focused and is in constant movement, unconnected to the Assessor.
Tag:: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog might jump on Assessor once play begins.
Paw squeeze 1:: 2. Dog quickly pulls back.
Paw squeeze 2:: 2. Dog quickly pull back.
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:: Teardrop approached the assessor in the assessment room, but then quickly ran away from the assessor. He repeatedly approached and then bolted away. During the assessment, he displayed similar behavior, approaching and allowing handling and then attempting to flee. He had a soft body and displayed social behavior towards the assessor at times.
Summary:: *PLAY GROUP HELPER DOG* The behavior department feels that Teardrop may be most compatible with dogs who are playful and social. Behavior history around other dogs is not available due to arriving as a stray. He has been observed to engage in chase play with dogs in the care center.
Summary (1):: 1/3: When introduced off leash to male and female dogs, Teardrop engages in soft play with all dogs.
Summary (2):: 1/9-1/10: Teardrop is polite when greeting and engages in running play.
Date of intake:: 1/3/2018
Summary:: Teardrop was friendly but appeared fearful of the microchip scanner.
Date of initial:: 1/3/2018
Summary:: Teardrop was tense.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Teardrop so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to the levels of anxiety and fearfulness Teardrop displays in the care center, we recommend an adult only home.
Potential challenges: : Fearful,Anxiety,Kennel presence
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Teardrop appears fearful at the care center, approaching the handler at times and bolting away from the handler at other times. It is important to always go slow and give Teardrop the option to walk away from any social interaction. Teardrop should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Teardrop’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Teardrop would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. Anxiety: Teardrop appears anxious at the care center, pacing and jumping away at times. We have no history on him in a home, so we do not know if this behavior will be present outside of the care center. If it does occur, we recommend giving her puzzle toys, long walks, and things to do to relieve his anxiety. Positive reinforcement, reward based training only should be used. Kennel presence; Teardrop is reactive in his kennel, barking and growling when people walk by. While we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in any other contexts, in highly emotionally charged or stressful environments Teadrop may show behavior similar to what he is currently demonstrating in her kennel. We recommend potential adopters be comfortable managing this behavior and keeping themselves safe in any similar future situations.
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