TERESA – 9275
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SAFE 10/21/17
Teresa
Hello, my name is Teresa. My animal id is #9275. I am a female gray 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 owner surrender on 09-Oct-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- no time for animal.
Teresa 9275 is at risk for a respiratory illness (CIRDC). Behaviorally, she has been social and affectionate with her human caretakers and playful with other dogs. She has shown some barrier reactivity toward other dogs when walked on leash, lunging and barking, though we believe this is due to frustration and excitement while being prevented from greeting by the leash. Still, this is a behavior that will need to be worked with, so we are recommending an experienced adopter.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Silver and vanilla-colored cutie seeking fun in the sun, romps in the park, and an endless amount of toys! 3 year-old Teresa is the empress of excitement, the princess of playtime, the queen of quality times packed full of fun. She is easily leashed and joyfully bounds down the hall in front of me as we make our way to the yard for fun and games. Now games are something Teresa excels at. That we definitely can confirm. The moment she spots a bright red (and supposedly “indestructible”) squeaky toy her objective is now complete. “Squeak, squeak, SQUEEEAAAK.” Well there goes that one as our empress, princess, and queen quickly makes mincemeat of the sad-sounding squeaker. But no matter. Teresa loves everything and everyone, even a now-silent and silly toy, and continues chomping happily and blissfully along while I rub her soft, furry belly. Teresa comes to us as an owner surrender and while she lived alone with her person we’re told she was consistently friendly and playful towards strangers. And I believe it. Each person that passes our pen is greeted with a wag and a “woof!” from Teresa and when a staff member joins us, fully taken by Teresa’s charms, she hunkers down for snuggles and pets and stays right by his side. Teresa is a young, energetic girl who would do best with an experienced and active owner who’ll give her the stimulation, exercise and oh yes toys she needs and loves. Silver, vanilla-colored cutie seeks fun in the sun, romps in the park, and a home to call hers forever. I’m thinking she won’t be looking long. Teresa is waiting in adoptions at Manhattan ACC. Another volunteer writes: Ball…snuggle…ball…snuggle…wait! I’ve figured it out, says Teresa. I’ll just take my ball onto my friend Volunteer’s lap and then I get everything I want! And so she did, and of course, I got what I want, too, which is a loving dog in my lap. Win Win for both of us. A compact little girl with an ear to ear smile, her tail wags in friendship, she loves chasing a ball, and I can take it right out of her mouth, no guarding at all. She preferred the rubber ball to the tennis ball, and was happy lying down to give it a good chomp. I love when a dog has preferences, so cute! A lively energy, an engaging personality, and a love for balls, cuddles and other dogs, she’s a delight waiting to find her new person or family. Ask to meet her when you visit.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 49 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-3y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -wagging tail, seeks petting Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =100 R =pant BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, 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: no SS MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, flaky alopecia throughout coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: pyoderma Prognosis:good Plan:cephalexin 500mg bid x 10d SURGERY: Okay for surgery in house
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Teresa was vey loose bodied and allowed me to collar her she was play bowing when I first approached her and was rubbing against my leg for attention when I tried to take her picture. She began to get nervous but when she was given a toy she went back wagging her tail and following us to the kennel.
Date of Intake: 10/9/2017
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Teresa is a female black and white large breed dog that is estimated to be
Previously lived with:: 1 Adult
How is this dog around strangers?: Teresa is very friendly with strangers that come into the home and is always looking to play with strangers.
How is this dog around children?: Teresa did not interact with children in her last home.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Teresa is very friendly with other dogs outside she will bark and jump side to side. She dies not like other dogs in the house and will bark at them and will keep to a corner.
How is this dog around cats?: Teresa did not interact with children in her last home.
Resource guarding:: Teresa’s last owner trained her to be comfortable with people going near her food and toys. She will play tug-of-war but will let go if she is told.
Bite history:: Teresa has no history of having ever bitten another person or animal.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: High, Playful, Friendly, Pushy
Other Notes:: Teresa is used to having a backyard to run around in, her walks were short to let her go to the bathroom then she would be let loose in the backyard.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Teresa has never been to the vet before and has no known medical problems.
For a New Family to Know: Teresa is a very active dog that is always looking to play, She enjoys her chew bones and will spend the day in the backyard. She is very house trained and never has accidents inside the house.
Date of intake:: 10/9/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: One adult
Behavior toward strangers:: Very friendly
Behavior toward children:: Unknown
Behavior toward dogs:: Very friendly with dogs outside, did not get along with dogs in her home. Jumps and barks playfully.
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Teresa is described as playful, friendly, and pushy with a high level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 10/10/2017
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:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
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:: 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. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. Dog does not place his/her body between you and the toy.
Summary:: In the assessment room, Teresa quickly approached the assessor. She was social throughout, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary (1):: 10/10: When introduced off leash to male dogs, Teresa is playful and bouncy. 10/11: Teresa is playful when engaging with male dogs. She becomes a bit tense, assertive, and pushy when engaged with another female, and is separated.
Summary (2):: 10/12: Teresa continues to be playful with male dogs.
Summary (3):: 10/13: Teresa engages in bouncy, running play with other playful male dogs.
Summary (4):: 10/14: Teresa engages in bouncy play with a select male dog.
Summary (5):: 10/15-10/16: Teresa continues to engage in bouncy play with male dogs she is familiar with.
Date of intake:: 10/9/2017
Summary:: Upon intake, Teresa had a loose body and allowed all handling.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Teresa’s previous owner described her as having a very high level of activity. She is an, 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.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
Potential challenges: : On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Potential challenges comments:: On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: At the care center ansd in her previous home, Teresa has been observed to react to other dogs on leash, lunging towards them and barking. As Teresa plays well with other dogs, this reaction is likely due to excitement and frustration, we recommend a front clip harness or head halter to help manage this behavior. She will need positive reinforcement, reward based training to teach her to look at you rather than other dogs.
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