TUFEE -16532
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SAFE 01/09/18
Tufee
Hello, my name is Tufee. My animal id is #16532. I am a desexed female white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 19-Dec-2017.
Tufee is being placed at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. She will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. We recommend Tufee go to an experienced pet parent.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Tuffee is an endearing gal who is as sweet as a toffee..She is so cute in her cream and butterscotch coat, waiting quietly by her door, all eyes on me …Of course I will take you out…Tuffee is a very pleasant walker, likely house trained and interested in other dogs in a healthy way.She wears a harness not because she is a puller on the leash but because she suffers from an ear infection that we are treating. Tuffee is playful and bouncy in playgroups with her peers, which we always like to see… She is fine being handled, dressed and petted while she is savoring treats on my lap. Yes, Tuffee loves treats, will sit very nicely for them and even jump high to catch them in mid air. I wish she would do the same with a tennis ball. She might do so once we get more acquainted. My feeling is that Tuffee is a very sweet gal who would make a lovely and loving forever best friend. Just come to the Manhattan Care Center and see for yourself…. Toffee will be right at her door, waiting for you…
My medical notes are…
Weight: 48 lbs
20/12/2017
BARH scan negative female spayed tense, nervous appx 3 yrs old mild tartar slightly occular d/c heavy infection on rt ear hematoma on left ear pinna engorged jugular veins clean coat BCS 5/9 NOSF
21/12/2017
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Estimated 3-5 years old based on dentition and overall appearance Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg – MC placed during LVT intake History : Stray, no health hx available Subjective: Tense, alert Observed Behavior – Whines, slightly stiff body, allows all handling Objective BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 6/9 EENT: AD moderate erythema, discharge – small laceration to the lateral margin near the base of the ear, mild moist discharge. Conjunctival erythema, mild mucoid ocular discharge. No nasal discharge noted. Oral Exam: Mild tartar. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Grade 4/6 holosystolic heart murmur, easily audible on both sides of the heart. NSR, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female, spay tattoo noted. 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: 1. Heart murmur 2. Conjunctivitis – R/O allergic 3. Otitis externa with small wound at lateral margin Prognosis: Good-fair Plan: 1. Benadryl 50 mg PO BID x10 days – may continue this long-term if beneficial, or try other modalities if not (i.e. diet trial vs. other antihistamines) 2. Cleaned left ear and instilled Osurnia – repeat in 1 week 3. Rimadyl 100 mg PO SID x3 days 4. Monitor ear wound for healing 5. Recommend chest rads and consider echocardiogram to evaluate heart disease 1088
24/12/2017
Presented on 12/21 with superficial laceration to ear base AS; heart murmur also noted S/O -BAR, appears friendly but anxious; panting and low whine -no nasal discharge, sneezing or coughing noted -AS: superficial wound noted at base, no discharge or swelling, appears comfortable A 1. Wound on ear base, healing well P CTM
27/12/2017
Loose stool reported on 12/25, no concerns noted since then S/O -QAR, appears shy but docile; lying on the floor in front of the kennel door low whining for attention -good appetite -no stool present in cage A 1. Episode of loose stool-r/o stress colitis vs other P CTM
2/01/2018
Request in to monitor for CIRDC. S/O: BAR, energetic in kennel. Mild SND/wet nose, but no sneezing or coughing. A: Not conclusive for CIRDC P: Continue to monitor. 1088
3/01/2018
Monitor for CIRDC S/O -BAR, appears docile at front of cage, low whine for attention -AS: mild erythema noted at external ear canal -huffing cough with intermittent end gag, excessive serous nasal discharge -appears eupnic -h/o heart murmur on intake, not auscultated today A 1. Coughing, nasal discharge-consistent with CIRDC 2. Otitis externa, noted on intake 3. Heart murmur, noted on intake P -move to isolation -doxycycline 250 mg PO SID x 14 days -cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 5 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Date of intake:: 12/19/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 12/21/2017
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:: 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:: Tufee approached the assessor in the assessment room. She had a tense, trembling body and whined during the assessment, but she allowed all handling.
Summary:: The behavior department feels that Tufee may be most compatible with dogs who are respectful and calm. Tufee’s behavior history around other dogs is not available due to arriving as a stray. She has been observed to be polite when introduced to other dogs in the care center.
Summary (1):: 12/20: Due to medical status, Tufee is only introduced on leash to the helper dog. She displays a fast wagging tail while whining.
Summary (2):: 12/23: Tufee greets a male dog politely, whining, then wanders the pen.
Date of initial:: 12/20/2017
Summary:: Tufee was tense.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Tufee 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:: Despite Tuffee’s medical issues, she has remained calm and social with handlers. She may be timid at first, but after a slow introduction, will engage with her care takers, and solicite attention.
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: : Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Tufee is a bit fearful at the care center. It is important to always go slow and give Tufee the option to walk away from any social interaction. Tufee should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Tufee’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Tufee would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings.
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