VIRGIL – A1121879

VIRGIL – A1121879

**SAFER: EXPERIENCED HOME**

NEUTERED MALE, TAN / WHITE, PIT BULL MIX, 6 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason OWNER SICK
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 08/13/2017, From NY 11226, DueOut Date 08/16/2017

Medical Behavior Evaluation YELLOW
Medical Summary DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5-6 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – very sweet. Caution around face-lip licks and whale eyes around face Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: mild serous d/c and conjunctivitis ou, stenotic canals with moderate waxy debris au, no nasal discharge noted but is licking nose a lot Oral Exam: adult dentition; moderate dental tartar 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, haircoat is flaky with diffuse hives, pustules, and papules, greasy haircoat, very pruritic CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Pyoderma Otitis externa au Conjunctivitis ou Plan: Recheck tomorrow to monitor for CIRDC Start baytril 10mg/kg PO SID x14d for skin Start tresaderm au bid x14d Start erythromycin ou bid x14d Recheck in 7, 14 days for skin, eyes, and ears Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: good SURGERY: neutered
Weight 74.2

A volunteer writes: Virgil is a walking meatloaf with a 110% chance of sweeping you off your feet! With his looks and charm, I don’t doubt for a moment that he was a household name in his old neighborhood. He is sort of a big baby: when I first met him it took a good 15 minutes to coax him into taking the scary step down from his cage (I later learned he had to be carried off of our transport van because that step was even higher and scarier!). He seems very housebroken, has been easy on leash after he’s relieved himself, loves treats in a drooly way (he also “sit”s like a champ), and loves to play with toys (but tuckers out quickly, at least in this summer heat!). His former owner tells us that he is well socialized, gets along with most dogs, and is even a friend to felines!! He appreciates help scratching his itches (he likely has some allergies) and, as you might expect, he makes little piggy grunty noises. He seems soo sweet, endearing and well-behaved…please come check him out at Brooklyn ACC and make him your best friend!

PROFILE:  08/13/17 16:37

Virgil is friendly,housebroken, and well socialized. Owner explains that he gets along with cats and most dogs.

BEHAVIOR:

KNOWN HISTORY: None

8/13/17

Neutered male, owner surrender

Previously lived with: Unknown

SAFER ASSESSMENT:

8/15/17

Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted. His ears are back, his tail is down, and he has a relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.

Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft, bit distracted.

Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.

Squeeze 2:1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.

Toy 1: No interest.

Summary: Virgil displayed soft body posture, and was social towards the assessor.

PLAYGROUP:

When off leash at the Care Center, Virgil is slightly uncomfortable around the novel male and female dogs. He displays a tense posture, and low growls when offered playful solicitations. While exploring the pens, he occasionally checks in with the other dogs.  One one occassion, Virgil rushed a familiar neutered male, jumped on him and grabbed his neck. He released after a horn was sounded and did not puncture or break any skin. The two dogs are housed next to each other which may have precipitated this reaction from Virgil. Virgil’s previous owner reported that he gets along well with other dogs but provided no further details. The Behavior Department recommends that Virgil be placed in a home with well socialized and respectful dogs that match his calm demeanor.

INTAKE BEHAVIOR

8/13/17

Virgil is friendly, housebroken, and well socialized. Owner explains that he gets along with cats and most dogs.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:

8/14/17

Virgil was very sweet, but proceeded with caution around his face-lip licks, he showed whale eyes.

ENERGY LEVEL:

We have no history on Virgil so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment.

Virgil displayed medium energy and movement throughout assessment.

Virgil will need daily mental and physical activity to keep his engaged and exercised.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience (suitable for an experienced adopter only.)

_Recommend no dog parks (Due to an incident in playgroup where Virgil rushed and grabbed another dog by his neck. See GROUPBEHAVIOR for more information).

PLAYGROUP:

When off leash at the Care Center, Virgil is slightly uncomfortable around the novel male and female dogs. He displays a tense posture, and low growls when offered playful solicitations. While exploring the pens, he occasionally checks in with the other dogs. Virgil’s previous owner reported that he gets along well with other dogs but provided no further details. The Behavior Department recommends that Virgil be placed in a home with well socialized and respectful dogs that match his calm demeanor.

8/14: Virgil greets the female helper dog with a neutral posture. He stiffens slightly, raises his tail and then wanders away. He occasionally checks in with the other dog but mostly explores the yard.

8/15: Virgil displays a soft body when greeting a novel male dog. He briefly explores the pen, before re-approaching the other dog, and sniffing his genitals. He offers the greeter a low growl when he attempts to solicits play. He stiffens his body, but keeps to himself the rest of the session.

8/17-19: Virgil offered a calm female a few bounces, before walking away and exploring the pens.

8/20: Today Virgil rushed a familiar neutered male, jumped on him and grabbed his neck. He released after the horn was sounded and did not puncture or break any skin. The two dogs are housed nextr to each other which may have precipitated this reaction from Virgil.

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