VIOLET – 8077 (ALT ID – A1126796)

VIOLET – 8077 (ALT ID – A1126796)

**SAFER: AVERAGE HOME**

FEMALE, BLACK, CHIHUAHUA SH MIX, 8 yrs
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 09/27/2017, From NY 10460, DueOut Date 09/30/2017,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Estimated 7-10 years based on dentition, alopecia and overall condition Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg on intake History : Stray, was being cared for on the roof of a building Subjective: Alert, walks well on leash Observed Behavior – Allows full exam. Becomes very tense for vaccines and blood draw. Does NOT like muzzle, became very stressed out. Restrained successfully with large towel around neck. Objective BAR, BCS 3/9, MMs pink and moist EENT: Alopecia on dorsal skull. Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate tartar PLN: No enlargements noted in popliteal or mandibular LNs H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female, developed vulva – intact. Irregular firm mammary masses about 2 cm dia – one associated with the 4th left mammary gland, one associated with the 4th right mammary gland, and one midway between the left and right 2nd mammary glands. MSI: Alopecia/thin fur of ventrum, legs, and head. Skin in these regions is quiet. Medial patellar luxation of left stifle – grade 2/4. Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no other masses noted. CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Assessment: 1. Mammary masses 2. Emaciated 3. Alopecia – R/O metabolic cause, alopecia X, thyroid disease, autoimmune, other 4. Mild MPL 5. Dental disease Plan: CBC/chemistry – all WNL Recommend FNA of masses prior to removal Prognosis: Fair SURGERY: Temp waiver for alopecia and emaciation 1088
Weight 6.9

SAFER ASSESSMENT:
Date of assessment:	1-Oct-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 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:	2. Dog quickly pulls back.
Paw squeeze 2:	2. Dog quickly pull back.
Toy:	1. No interest.
Summary:	Violet displayed no concerning behaviors on her assessment.
DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT:
PLAYGROUP:
Summary (1):	9/28: When introduced off leash to dogs, Violet keeps mostly to self.
Summary (2):	9/29: Violet greets and wanders the pen.
INTAKE BEHAVIOR:
Date of intake:	1-Oct-2017
Summary:	Allowed all handling
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
Date of initial:	1-Oct-2017
Summary:	Tense, though allowed handling
ENERGY LEVEL:	We have no history on Violet so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a low level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:	AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar	H – Healthy
Adoption Summary:	Behavior determination: Average

 

 

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