TOBY – A1106624

Staten Island Center

My name is TOBY. My Animal ID # is A1106624.
I am a neutered male black and white aust cattle dog and feist mix. The shelter thinks I am about 6 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 04/15/2017 from NY 10312, owner surrender reason stated was NO TIME.

04/20/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Toby A1106624 was placed At Risk for Behavior

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
04/18/2017 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 36.8 LBS.

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Approx 6 years old History : owner surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior – tense but tolerated exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited oral exam, moderate dental calc seen PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment moderate dental disease Plan Prognosis: good

03/20/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
03/20/17 14:12 Basic Information: Toby is a 6 and a half year old neutered male Pitbull Terrier/Beagle Mix that has no past or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner has had Toby for a month and a half but had to surrender due to Toby biting the owner several times. Socialization: According to the owner, around strangers Toby is shy for a few minutes at first but once he warms up, he plays gently with adults. He has not been around children or cats while in the care of the owner so behavior is unknown. Owner had a neutered male Pug in the home and stated that Toby was always respectful and relaxed around the other animal. Toby does have a bite history with the most recent bite being a month ago. Behavior: Toby is not bothered by loud noises, having his toys taken away, being pushed off furniture, or being held/restrained. When owner would try to take away Toby’s food or treats, Toby would growl. Owner has never tried to brush his coat, bathe Toby or trim his nails so behavior is unknown. When unfamiliar people would approach the home, Toby would bark. For a New Family to Know: Toby is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, and excitable. He has a medium activity level and likes to play with all types of toys especially bones and squeaky toys. In the home, he would like to follow the owner around from room to room. Toby was kept mostly indoors and is house trained. In the home, owner fed Toby both wet and dry food brand Pedigree. When Toby was left alone in the home, he was always well behaved. He knows the cues sit, go and stand up. For exercise, owner would take Toby on brisk walks on the leash. When on the leash, Toby does not pull. Owner has never tried to take him on off leash walks.

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04/18/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Limited profile Date of intake 4/15/2017 Neutered male, owner surrender (in previous home for a month and a half) Previously lived with: Adults, small dog (pug) Behavior toward strangers: Needs time to warm up Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Respectful and relaxed around resident dog Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: Will growl is owner tries to take away food or treats. Bite history: Toby growled and then bit owner after being corrected for housetraining accident, and when a harness of placed on him. He released immediately after the bite occurred. Housetrained: Partially Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, affectionate, playful, and excitable with a medium activity level. SAFER ASSESSMENT: Date of assessment 4/18/2017 Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. Sensitivity: 2. Dog leans in and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture, lip lick. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game, dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog lightly jumps on Assessor at end of game. Squeeze 1 / 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are relaxed Toy 1: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. He does not place his body between you and the toy. Dog-dog: 2. Dog approaches helper dog with tail at spine level, body not stiff, ears relaxed, lip neutral. Summary: Toby displayed no concerning behavior during his assessment. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: Date of initial 4/15/2017 During his initial medical exam, Toby was tense but allowed handling. ENERGY LEVEL: Owner reports Toby has a medium activity level which matches what we have seen in the care center.

RECOMMENDATIONS: New Hope Only _X_ Place with New Hope partner: Due to Toby’s multiple bite history, the behavior department recommends Toby be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Toby to acclimate comfortably to his new environment, we recommend only force-free, reward-based training methods as more aversive techniques will likely increase fear and increase the risk of aggression. Potential challenges: _X_House soiling: Toby is reported to be partially housetrained and have some accidents in the home. He will need guidance and consistency to learn to eliminate outside. We recommend frequent walks and regularly scheduled feeding times, with rewards whenever Toby eliminates outside (treats and praise). Accidents should never been punished as it can damage the human-dog relationship and is likely to make the problem worse. X__Multiple-bite history: Toby has bitten his new owner when corrected for a housetraining accident and while having a harness put on. He gives clear warnings (growling) when uncomfortable and seems 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 only use force-free, reward based training methods for Toby as more aversive techniques are likely to increase fear and increase the risk of an escalation to a bite. Toby should never be forced to interact with new people or submit to any type of forced petting or handling he does not initiate.

04/20/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs, Toby is tolerant of a pushy female and offers appropriate corrections when he becomes uncomfortable. He did not engage in play and often stayed by handlers side.

04/15/2017 LVT INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Scan positive BARH AMBx4 Nervous,but allowed handling Neutered~6yrs Mild gingivitis/tartar No fleas seen Nosf

04/18/2017 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Approx 6 years old History : owner surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior – tense but tolerated exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited oral exam, moderate dental calc seen PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment moderate dental disease Plan Prognosis: good

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