ZIRCON – A1095946

Brooklyn Center

My name is ZIRCON. My Animal ID # is A1095946.
I am a male brown am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 7 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 11/05/2016 from NY 11226, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/13/2016 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 62.2 LBS.

11/13/16 Recheck conjunctivitis last day of treatment. O: BAR. EENT: No discharge or chemosis OU. Mild nasal discharge and sneezing. H/L: No ocughing. A: Resolved conjunctivitis. CIRDC as previously diagnosed. P: Continue Doxycycline as planned. Excellent prognosis. 11/12/16 Monitor for CIRDC S/O: Q/BAR. Eating well. EENT: mucoid nasal discharge, mild conjunctivitis A: CIRDC P: rec doxycycline 300mg po q24 x 10 days. continue to monitor while at bacc. excellent prognosis

11/05/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/05/16 13:15 Upon intake all handling was alllowed

11/13/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Just as zircon the stone is sometimes dismissed as a cheap Diamond simulator, Zircon the dog might just seem like a middle aged mutt. He sometimes seems a little anxious, but has been super friendly with me and always solicits attention with sweet, pleading eye contact. He seems to have housetraining and isn’t bad on leash. He loves treats and sits very patiently for them; he’s never jumped up, even when I take FOREVER to find one in my pocket, but he doesn’t have a good poker face as far as hiding his anticipation (he is so cute!!). He’s always wagging his tail and seems so happy and grateful to have company. Zircon the stone can actually be a very valuable gem, and Zircon the dog IS a gem!! Come discover him at Brooklyn ACC!

11/08/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: N/A Intact, Stray Previously lived with: Behavior toward children: Behavior toward dogs: Behavior toward cats: FG/RG: Bite history: Housetrained: Energy level/descriptors: Other notes: SAFER ASSESSMENT: 11/8/16 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. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: No concerns were seen during this assessment. DOG-DOG INTERACTION ASSESSMENT: Summary PLAYGROUP: When off leash at the Care Center, Zircon approaches the gate with a stiff posture and chattering. Once he meets the female helper dog his posture softens and he becomes sexually motivated sniffing her genital area and attempting to mount several times. He does respond to interruptions by the handlers and wanders away from the dog but returns and attempts to mount again. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 11/05/16: During his initial medical examination, Zircon tolerated all handling without issue. ENERGY LEVEL: RECOMMENDATIONS: Average (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of experience)

11/06/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Zircon was brought in as a stray so his past behavior around other dogs is unknown. 11/6: When off leash at the Care Center, Zircon approaches the gate with a stiff posture and chattering. Once he meets the female helper dog his posture softens and he becomes sexually motivated sniffing her genital area and attempting to mount several times. He does respond to interruptions by the handlers and wanders away from the dog but returns and attempts to mount again. 11/10: When greeting a novel male dog, Zircon greets him displaying neutral body language. He greets and occasionally checks in on the other male dog as he calmly explores the pen. Towards the end of the session, Zircon mounts the other male dog, persisting after handler interruptions.

11/05/2016 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Scanned negative BARH- playful; tolerated handling well Intact male Approx 7 yrs old Eyes- red with mild discharge; vc tomorrow Ears and nose- clear Teeth- moderate staining and tartar No parasites or fleas seen Dry skin; Mild Dermatitis Ambx4 NOSF

11/13/2016 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
11/13/16 Recheck conjunctivitis last day of treatment. O: BAR. EENT: No discharge or chemosis OU. Mild nasal discharge and sneezing. H/L: No ocughing. A: Resolved conjunctivitis. CIRDC as previously diagnosed. P: Continue Doxycycline as planned. Excellent prognosis. 11/12/16 Monitor for CIRDC S/O: Q/BAR. Eating well. EENT: mucoid nasal discharge, mild conjunctivitis A: CIRDC P: rec doxycycline 300mg po q24 x 10 days. continue to monitor while at bacc. excellent prognosis

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