TIVO – 23326

TIVO – 23326

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**RETURNED 06/09/18**

Intake Date :  6/9/18  Intake Type: Return

Medical Behavior: Blue  Age: 2 years  Sex: Male

Weight: 65 lbs

DVM Intake Exam : Estimated age:2  Microchip noted on Intake? yes  Microchip Number (If Applicable):  History: OS  Subjective: BARH  Observed Behavior – Timid, placed muzzle  Evidence of Cruelty seen – no  Evidence of Trauma seen – no  Objective : T = –  P = wnl  R = wnl  BCS = 5/9  EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted  Oral Exam: muzzled  PLN: No enlargements noted  H/L: Grade 4/6 Heart murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic  ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated  U/G: Intact
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat  CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities  Rectal: externally normal
Assessment : – Heart murmur without clinical disease  Prognosis: Good   Plan: Complete intake txs  SURGERY:   Permanent waiver due to Heart Murmur   Recommend following up with a veterinarian to learn more about monitoring heart murmurs as an adopter

Details on my behavior are…

Date of intake:  9-Jun-2018
Spay/Neuter status:  No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):  Owner Surrender (In home for 1 month)
Previously lived with:  Adults and a dog
Behavior toward strangers:  Friendly and outgoing, plays rough
Behavior toward children:  Playful and affectionate, plays rough
Behavior toward dogs:  Exuberantly playful
Behavior toward cats:  Chases and barks at stray cats
Resource guarding:  None reported
Bite history:  None reported
Housetrained:  Yes
Energy level/descriptors:  Tivo is described as affectionate, excitable, and playful with a very high level of activity.

Other Notes:  Adopted and returned on 6/9/18;  Tivo was reported to destroy household items in both of his previous homes. In his second home, he became anxious when left alone and destroyed carpets, chairs, tables, and his crate.
Tivo is reported to growl if people put their faces too close to his face.

Date of assessment:  11-Jun-2018
Look:  2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions.
Sensitivity:  1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:  1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
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:  Tivo approached the assessor with a soft body. He allowed all handling and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary (1):  3/30: When introduced through the fence to a female dog, Tivo displays soft body and wagging tail. When introduced off leash with a muzzle he greets politely and continues to display soft body and wagging tail.
Summary (2):  6/11: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Tivo is soft and polite, engages in gentle play.
Summary (3):  6/12: Tivo is soft and social when greeting dogs. When corrected by a dog for approach, Tivo remains soft and backs away.
Summary (4):  6/13-14: Tivo is polite and gently playful when greeting all dogs.
Date of intake:  9-Jun-2018
Summary:  Tivo was affectionate and allowed all handling.
Date of initial:  9-Jun-2018
Summary:  Tivo was timid.

ENERGY LEVEL:  Tivo’s previous owner described him as having a high level of activity. 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 (under 13): Tivo displays fearful behavior at the care center and been reported to growl when people put their face near his face. His previous owner described him as playing rough with children. For these reasons, we recommend an adult only home.
Potential challenges:  Destructive behavior; Fearful/potential for defensive aggression;  Separation anxiety

Potential challenges comments:
Separation anxiety: Tivo is reported to become anxious and destructive when left home alone. We recommend that potential adopters feel comfortable with separation anxiety behaviors and prepared to manage and positively modify them should they appear in a home environment. We recommend that someone be around the majority of the time in Tivo’s new home or that a plan is in place for him to not be alone for long time periods.
Destructive behavior: Tivo is reported to show destructive behavior in the home, such as chewing on furniture. We suggest to future adopters that Tivo will need to be provided with physical and mental stimulation and with a variety of appropriate and engaging chew toys so he can engage in necessary chewing behavior without damage to human objects.
Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Tivo had been fearful at the care center at times. He is also reported to growl when people put their faces in his face. No one should ever put their face next to Tivo’s face or attempt to kiss his face. It is important to always go slow and give Tivo the option to walk away from any social interaction. Tivo should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Tivo’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Tivo would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings.

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ADOPTED  05/30/18

***DOH HOLD RELEASED***

Intake Date : 3/20/18  Intake Type: Owner surrender

Medical Behavior: Green  Age: 2 year  Sex: Male

Weight: 65 lbs

DVM Intake Exam : Estimated age: 2yo  Microchip noted on Intake? neg  Microchip Number (If Applicable):  History : o/s. Reportedly has bite wounds on ear from O’s other dog.  Subjective: BAR. Very nervous and scared, low to the ground, freezes at times. Muzzled just in case but was well behaved.  Observed Behavior –  Evidence of Cruelty seen – no  Evidence of Trauma seen – no  Objective : T =  P = wnl  R = wnl  BCS 4.5/9  EENT: Approx 1 cm laceration on right ear tip margin, bloodied but not actively bleeding, no signs of infection, dried blood on the inner and outer pinna. AU mild aural black/brown exudate. Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted  Oral Exam: Muzzled  PLN: No enlargements noted  H/L: Grade IV/VI HM. NSR. Lungs clear, eupnic  ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated  U/G: MI, 2 testicles  MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat  CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities  Rectal: normal externally  Assessment : HM, intact male, ear tip wound  Prognosis: fair, pending cardio consult  Plan:  cleaned ear tip wound with dilute chlorhexidine and applied TAB ointment. Laceration is small with no signs of infection. Should heal without further treatment.   ctm until transfer/adoption  recommend cardiology consult post placement  SURGERY:  Permanent waiver due to HM

A Little Bit About Me…

A volunteer writes: Who can resist a dog with one blue eye and one brown eye? Especially when the young man they belong to is so handsome and has been so well cared for? Tivo may have started out as being timid with me, but his shyness slowly faded away as we ventured through the nearby park. His tail waves steadily as his eyes discover what an unhurried spring has to offer–chirping birds, bouncy squirrels and other dogs. He whimpers a little nearing them and is clearly interested when they are females. A boisterous exchange between two pooches gets his attention. I almost see him shaking his head. Tivo knows better. He decides to get to know me and hops on the bench, his body half on my lap. He is quite gentle, likes caresses and to give kisses. Back in the care center, the ice was broken and Tivo was so much more confident, even starting to play with a rope, running after the toy and jumping to catch it. I was so glad to see that he was feeling better. I even got a smile. Tivo is known to be very active, affectionate, playful and friendly to all, stranger, kids and his female housemate. He lived all his life inside his home and yard. His walk to the care center was his first ever. He certainly did well with me. Seems like he is a fast learner. Young Tivo is likely an energetic dog who needs an active new owner or family who can provide action and fun together with stability and love. Tivo promises in return, to be the forever best friend you ever dreamed of.

Let’s get to know each other a bit more…

Basic Information: Tivo is a brown and white 2 year old male medium mixed breed dog. He lived with his previous owner for 2 years. He was surrendered due to destructive tendencies.

Previously lived with: 2 adults

How is this dog around strangers? Tivo is friendly and outgoing around strangers, if his owner is around. His owner states that he plays very roughly with adults.

How is this dog around children? Tivo was often around his owners 5 year old niece. She stated that Tivo was very playful and affectionate with her. When shes at over the house, Tivo spends all his time with her. Tivo plays roughly with her.

How is this dog around other dogs? Tivo lives with a 3 year old female pitbull. They got along until she was altered. Tivo sometimes tries to mount the other dog, and she becomes aggressive with him. When she scratches or bites him, he just walks away.

How is this dog around cats? Tivo has never lived with cats. He chases and barks at strays when they’re near the backyard.

Resource guarding: Tivo isn’t bothered when his food bowl is taken away from him while hes eating. He also isn’t bothered when a treat or toy is taken away from him.

Bite history: Tivo has never bitten or scratched a person. He has never bitten or scratched another animal, however, the previous dog that he lived with would often scratch and bite him, which have previously drawn blood.

Housetrained: Yes

Energy level/descriptors: Very high energy level, affectionate, playful

Other Notes: Tivo is friendly when he’s asked to get down from furniture. He isn’t bothered when hes disturbed while sleeping. He enjoys being bathed and brushed. He allows people to touch his paws. He barks when unfamiliar people approaches the yard. He has accidents in the house every once in a while. He often destroys stuff indoors such as cables. Outdoors, he destroys almost everything that is made out of plastic such as plastic chairs, hoses, and lawn mower tires.

Medical Notes : Tivo came in with two wounds, one on each ear. Other than that he has no known medical issues.

For a New Family to Know : Tivo likes to play fetch with balls. He was kept as an indoors and outdoors dog. He wasn’t walked but he used the bathroom and ran around a grass backyard. He sleeps on a balcony on a sheet. He’s free fed dry pedigree food. He rarely has accidents in the house, when he’s not allowed to go outside. When left alone, he often destroys household items like mattresses and cables. When he’s left alone in the backyard, he destroys plastic chairs and hoses. He was crate trained as a puppy but doesn’t need it now. For exercise he likes to run and play in the yard. He’s never been on a leash until he was brought in for the appointment. His owner stated that he didn’t pull on the leash at all.

Behavior Notes: Upon intake Tivo had his tail tucked under his body. He tried to hide between his owners legs. He allowed me to collar him, and laid down for a picture. He began panting when I tried to walk him to the back and refused to move. He was stiff bodied when we picked him up.

Details on my behavior are…

Date of assessment: 26-Mar-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: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body low and a bit fearful.

Paw squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.

Paw squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or 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: Tivo approached the assessment room and sought attention by placing his head in the assessor’s lap. During the assessment, Tivo was tense, but allowed all handling.

PLAY GROUP :

3/30: When introduced through the fence to a female dog, Tivo displays soft body and wagging tail. When introduced off leash with a muzzle he greets politely and continues to display soft body and wagging tail.

Date of intake: 20-Mar-2018

Summary: Tivo had a tucked tail, was tense, and hid but allowed handling.

Date of initial: 20-Mar-2018

Summary: Tive had a tense body and was low to the ground but allowed handling.

ENERGY LEVEL: Tivo’s previous owner described him as having a high level of activity. 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: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)

Recommendations: No young children (under 5)

Recommendations comments: No young children: Tivo displays fearful behavior at the care center. His previous owner described him as playing rough with children. For these reasons, we recommend a home without young children. Older, dog-savvy children, should have an in-depth interaction prior to adoption.

Potential challenges: Destructive behavior, Fearful

Potential challenges comments:

Destructive behavior: Tivo is reported to show destructive behavior in the home, such as chewing on household items. We are unaware of what, if any, attempts were made to remedy this behavior but we suggest to future adopters that Tivo will need to be provided with physical and mental stimulation and with a variety of appropriate and engaging chew toys so he can engage in necessary chewing behavior without damage to human objects.

Fearful: Tivo is fearful at the care center. It is important to always go slow and give Tivo the option to walk away from any social interaction. Tivo should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Tivo’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Tivo would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings.

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