TWIZZLER – A1096333

Manhattan Center

My name is TWIZZLER. My Animal ID # is A1096333.
I am a female chocolate labrador retr mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 11/09/2016 from NY 10470, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/17/2016 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 60.0 LBS.

11/17/16 13:39 S/O: not eating, MPND, decreased energy A: CIRDC vs other P: move to iso 300mg Doxycycline po sid x 10 d

11/09/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/09/16 10:17 BASIC INFO Coco A1096333 is an approximately 1 year old ladrabor Retriever. She is being surrendered to the shelter because she was found as a stray inside of finder’s building. Finder could not keep. Finder kept Cocoa overnight and drove her to ACCNYC. BEHAVIOR DURING INTAKE Coco had her tail tucked, but took treats from counselor gently.

11/15/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: She’s so magnificent in her auburn shining coat, her eyes matching her coat. Shy in her kennel, and reluctant to make friends, I eventually win her over and out we go. Twizzler seems to be housetrained, has lovely leash manners, and ignores all the park critters, even a squirrel right in front of us. Off leash, she’s not yet ready to play with toys, and when I sit on the ground, she comes when I call her to give me a quick kiss. I’m looking forward to spending more time with this gorgeous girl, as it’s clear she wants to be friends, but just isn’t too sure about anything at this point. Stay tuned for an update on our Twizzler. A volunteer updates: Our Auburn beauty, our initially frightened little girl, has come out of her shell, comes forward to be leashed, and happily steps out of her kennel for a walk. What a difference a day makes! She’s still a tad shy, but as we meet a staff person, she greets him with a tail wag, snuggles and kisses, and I’m stunned to find out this is their first meeting. Well, OK! Rockstar! Still amazing on leash, we head to the park, Twiz checking up often as we walk and looking into the face of every passerby. Off leash in a pen, she presents her butt for a good butt scratch, turns her nose up at my treats (used to better, I guess), and wags her tail at all the activity in the driveway. She’s such a good girl and has come so far, her next step needs to be out the door with a new person or family. She’ll need time to warm up, but what an amazing companion she’ll be when she does.

11/13/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: N/A Unaltered, Stray SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/13/16 Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body posture is stiff and fearful; her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, her tail is between her legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick. Tag: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Dog is crouching. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Squeeze 2: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff. Toy: 1. Minimal interest, dog sniffs toy. Summary: Twizzler was very fearful throughout her assessment. She will need a slow approach and slow introduction. PLAYGROUP: 11/11: When off leash with a playful male Twizzler is initially uncomfortable but warms up over time. She begins to bounce, gently through the yard but will then offer correction if play becomes more boisterous. 11/12: Twizzler engages in brief running play with males and females. She is assertive toward a spayed female and will follow her, tense, and growl when the other dog attempts to solicit play. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/9/16 During her initial medical exam Twizzler appeared nervous and tense, was growling, and resisted handling. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience _X_No young children (under 5) Potential challenges: _X_Fearful/potential for defensive aggression (Though observed to be human-social, Twizzler may need time to warm up to the handler as she initially presents as a fearful dog, avoiding contact, shying away from direct touch. We recommend allowing Twizzler to interact at her own pace, force-free, rewarding based training is advised when introducing her to new/unfamiliar situations.)

11/11/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Twizzler engages in play with other dogs, however may be selective with play partners. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department feels that based on observation made in our care, Twizzler would benefit from slow introductions to respectful resident dogs. Thorough cousneling on Twizzler’s observed behaviors, or a pre-adoption interaction is highly encouraged. 11/11: When off leash with a playful male Twizzler is initially uncomfortable but warms up over time. She begins to bounce, gently through the yard but will then offer correction if play becomes more boistrous. 11/12: Twizzer engages in brief running play with males and females. She is assertive toward a spayed female and will follow her, tense, and growl when the other dog attempts to solicit play. 11/16: Twizzler continues to engage in play, she becomes assertive during play, and becomes more vocal and tense.

11/09/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
BARH scan negative very nervous, tense, resisted handling, growling mild tartar clean EEN clean coat female NOSF

11/17/2016 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS ,
11/17/16 13:39 S/O: not eating, MPND, decreased energy A: CIRDC vs other P: move to iso 300mg Doxycycline po sid x 10 d

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