VIRGO – A1108537

Brooklyn Center

My name is VIRGO. My Animal ID # is A1108537.
I am a spayed female gray am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 04/14/2017 from NY 11224, owner surrender reason stated was PERS PROB.

04/20/2017 AT RISK MEMO
Virgo A1108537 was placed At Risk for CIRDC

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
04/19/2017 Exam Type BS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 55.8 LBS.

04/19/17 CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: BAR. Active, attention seeking, eating well EENT: Eyes clear, moderate serous nasal discharge HL: Dry hacking cough A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 300mg PO q24 x 14 days. Continue to monitor while at BACC Excellent prognosis

04/14/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
04/14/17 14:39 Basic info: Virgo is a 5 year old spayed American Pitbull Terrier who was surrendered to the ACC due to her owner having landlord tenant issues, Owner stated that she has had issues with allergies and has been seen at the vet for these issues. Other than this Virgo has no known medical issues. Socialization: Owner stated that Virgo is friendly and outgoing with strangers and will jump on them. Virgo has spent time around children ages 1-16 years of age and she is relaxed and playful. When playing with adults and children owner stated that Virgo plays very rough. Virgo has spent time with other dogs and is relaxed and playful when around them. When playing with other dogs Virgo is also rough. Virgo has has been around cats and owner states that she does not like them and she will hard bark and lunge at them. Behavior: Owner stated that Virgo can be hard to control when on the leash. Virgo is not bothered by fireworks, storms, or loud noises. Virgo isn’t bothered when someone touches her food, treats or toys. Virgo also isn’t bothered if she is restrained, disturbed while sleeping or pushed off the couch. Virgo does not like to take a bath be brushed or get her nails cut. Owner stated she will struggle to get away. Owner also stated that Virgo isn’t bothered when someone unfamiliar approaches her house or family member. For a new family to know: Owner described Virgo as friendly, affectionate, playful and excitable with a very high energy level. Virgo’s favorite activities are tug and steeling socks. When she is home she tends to stay in the same room as her owner. Virgo has been kept mostly indoors and eats Health Extension dry and wet food. Virgo is very house trained as long as she is kept on a schedule and walked regularly. When left alone in the house or yard she is well behaved. Virgo has been crated and does well for up to 8 hours. Virgo knows the sit, come, and high five command. For exercise Virgo is used to brisk walks on the leash. When off the leash she will run away. Admissions behavior: Virgo had a loose body and was wagging her tail during intake. She was very excited but still allowed the counselor to collar and take her picture with no problems.

WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Virgo came HIGHLY recommended to me by another staff member and she does not disappoint! She is super friendly and sweet, seems very housetrained and knows some commands and is incredibly playful. In the yard, she got right to work on the various toys I had to offer and if it wasn’t so hot out, she would’ve entertained herself for hours. Instead, she laid under the bench to cool off. Not wanting to leave the shade of the bench, but dying of curiousity, she would casually peek out from under the bench to see what the passing dogs and staff were up to–so cute! Virgo’s former owner stated she is good with kids, playful with other dogs, chases cats, and doesn’t show any guarding issues. Her favorite game is stealing socks and playing tug and she even knows how to give a “high five!” You don’t have to share the same Zodiac sign to see a future with Virgo! Ask to meet her today!

04/18/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Full profile 4/14/17 Spayed, Owner surrender Previously lived with: Adults and spent time with children(ages 1-16 years old) Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing Behavior toward children: Relaxed and playful Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed and playful Behavior toward cats: She will hard bark and lunge at them. Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Virgo displays a very high activity level in the household Other notes: Virgo was loose and wiggly, she allowed all handling. SAFER ASSESSMENT: 4/18/17 Look:1. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her ears are back, her tail is down, and she 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, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog jumps on Assessor once play begins. Squeeze 1:1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Her eyes are averted and her ears are relaxed. Squeeze 2:1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Toy: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. She does not place her body between you and the toy. Summary: Virgo was friendly and social towards the assessor. PLAYGROUP: When off leash at the Care Center, Virgo displays assertive posturing as she attempts to mount male and female dogs. According to Virgo’s previous owner, Virgo has spent time with other dogs and is relaxed and playful when around them. The Behavior Department recommends that Virgo be placed with well-socialized resident dogs that are tolerant of mounting behavior. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 4/15/17: During her medical examination, Virgo was friendly and allowed all handling.

ENERGY LEVEL: Virgo previous owner reports a high activity level, which matches what we have seen in the care center. RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience) _x_Recommend no dog parks: Due to the Virgo’s display of assertive posturing, and the propensity for that behavior to not be received well by other dogs, the Behavior Department recommends that Virgo initially not be taken to dog parks to give her adequate time to decompress from the shelter and her behavior towards other dogs be further addressed in a more controlled environment.

04/16/2017 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash at the Care Center, Virgo displays assertive posturing as she attempts to mount male and female dogs. According to Virgo’s previous owner, Virgo has spent time with other dogs and is relaxed and playful when around them. The Behavior Department recommends that Virgo be placed with well-socialized resident dogs that are tolerant of mounting behavior. 4/16: Virgo displays soft and calm body language as she greets a novel male dog. She is social as she explores the pen, checking in on the male dog and the handlers. 4/17: Virgo greets a novel female with a high assertive body. After they are separated, she greets a neutered male in the same way.

04/15/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
4-15-2017 Female Spayed 2yo Owner Surrender MIC present on Intake Subjective: BAR – H Observed Behavior – Easy to handle, friendly Evidence of Cruelty seen – None Evidence of Trauma seen – None 3/5 BCS EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: NAD H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS MSI: Ambulatory x 4, INTGE: skin free of parasites, no masses noted, clean healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Not performed Assessment – Healthy Plan – Intake No sx – already Spayed

04/19/2017 BS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
04/19/17 CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: BAR. Active, attention seeking, eating well EENT: Eyes clear, moderate serous nasal discharge HL: Dry hacking cough A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 300mg PO q24 x 14 days. Continue to monitor while at BACC Excellent prognosis

 

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