ZEUS – A1091960

ZEUS  – A1091960

**SAFER: AVERAGE HOME**

MALE, GRAY / WHITE, PIT BULL MIX, 7 mos
OWNER SUR – ONHOLDHERE, HOLD FOR ID Reason MOVE2PRIVA
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 10/01/2016, From NY 10458, DueOut Date 10/04/2016,

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary Microchip: positive 981020017089428 Sex: male Age 7M Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear Ears: clean Nose: cler Teeth: no staining If abnormal BCS: 3 Skin: possible dermatitis on the ventral abdomen / dorsal thoracic as well Hair Coat: flea comb negative Declawed: no Any injuries: none Behavior: tense and fearful Medication: VC will determine nosf
Weight 33.3

A volunteer writes:   Between his gorgeous pewter color coat and those flappy ears, to me there’s no question that he has  Weimareiner in his family tree.   Ancestry.com anyone?   While I was told that he could be a bit shy with new people, when I approached his kennel he was up front, tail wagging in anticipation of a walk.   While we’re told that he may not be housetrained, he went potty as soon as we were out the door, so some positive reinforcement training may be necessary to reinforce those skills.  Surrendered as his people are moving, we’re told that he’s friendly and outgoing with strangers, plays gently with young children, and lived well with a cat.  He’s crate trained, doesn’t destroy any household items other than his own toys, and know the commands ‘sit’ and ‘wait’ in both English and Spanish.   I love bilingual dogs – that’s one more language than I speak!! Impressive. He showed me his sit with some coaxing, takes his reward treats gently and definitely felt that the birds and squirrels in the park were there for his amusement and enjoyment.   Sorry buddy!  It was a busy morning with kids on scooters passing a little too close for my comfort, but Zeus was unfazed by any of it.   His puppy energy, his puppy kisses and puppy personality are all waiting to find his new family who will provide the structure, exercise and love he needs.

PROFILE:

Zeus is friendly and outgoing around strangers and has been around children ages 1 to 4 and plays gently with them. He has not been around dogs but has lived with a cat and they got along well.

Zeus is not house trained and uses the bathroom indoors. The only things he tends to destroy are his own toys. Zeus is not bothered by any type of grooming but pulls away and struggles when having his nails trimmed and does not mind having his food or other belongings touched or removed. If someone approaches his owner he will bark at them.

Zeus has a high level of activity inside the house. He sleeps in a crate or is put there in the absence of owners. Zeus knows the commands sit and wait in both english and spanish. He is not walked without a leash and pulls slightly while on leash. He is fed pedigree dry food 3 times a day.

Zeus was nervous and apprehensive about approaching councilor but after givin a few seconds to smell and feel comfortable he allows handling.

KNOWN HISTORY:

Unaltered, owner surrender

Previously lived with: Adults/children/cat

Behavior toward children: Gentle

Behavior toward dogs: Unknown

Behavior toward cats: Reported to behave well around cat

FG/RG: None reported

Bite history: None reported

Housetrained: Unknown

SAFER ASSESSMENT:  10/2/16

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 likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.

Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft, or low and a bit fearful.

Squeeze 1/2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds.

Toy: 1.  Minimal interest.  Has brief bouts of enthusiasm.

Dog/dog: 2. Dog does not approach the helper dog. Turns body to side in relation to other dog, or exits

Summary: Zeus did not display any behavioral concerns on the assessment.

PLAYGROUP:

When introduced off leash to another dog, Zeus appears nervous.  He defensively barks and growls at the helper dog when approached too close, then retreats.  His previous owner does not cite history around dogs.  Zeus may require additional socialization outside the care center to increase his comfort loevel around other dogs.  At this time, the beavior department feels Zeus would be most comfortable as the only resident dog in his new home.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:   10/1/2016

During Zeus’ initial medical exam he appeared tense and fearful though tolerated all handling.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (Suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)

When introduced off leash to another dog, Zeus appears nervous.  He defensively barks and growls at the helper dog when approached too close, then retreats.  His previous owner does not cite history around dogs.  Zeus may require additional socialization outside the care center to increase his comfort loevel around other dogs.  At this time, the beavior department feels Zeus would be most comfortable as the only resident dog in his new home.

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