Animal Profile


Kiki

Hello, my name is Kiki. My animal id is #56908. I am a male black dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 8 years 1 weeks old.

I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 3/12/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving - out of country.

Reserved

Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.

Kiki was placed at risk due to behavioral concerns; Kiki has tolerated minimal handling in the care center and appears uncomfortable with interaction at this time. Kiki has escalated rapidly to lunging and growling at handlers; we feel he would be best set up to succeed in an experienced foster home who can allow him to decompress and acclimate at his own pace. Kiki is otherwise healthy.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 107 lbs

3/12/2019

Male~8yrs Unable to examine due to behavior (lunging,attempting to bite) BARH in cage AMbx4 Administered 2 tablets of Trazadone 100mg Send to BACC for sedation/exam

3/13/2019

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8 years Microchip noted on Intake? No Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : O/S Subjective: BARH. No csvd Observed Behavior - Noted to be lunging and growling. Muzzled as precaution. Very nervous during exam. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:mild to moderate dental tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male with two descended testicles, no discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally Assessment apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: no tx needed SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age

3/13/2019

[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.

3/13/2019

[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 4. Orange

Behavior during intake: Kiki came into the care center wearing a muzzle. When staff members would get close to the owners, Kiki would growl and lunge. Owner was requested to place Kiki in the kennel.

Date of Intake: 3/12/2019

Spay/Neuter Status: Not Applicable

Basic Information:: Kiki is an 8 year old male large breed mix that has no past or current medical issues that the previous owner is aware of. Previous owner can longer have the Kiki due to moving outside of the country.

Previously lived with:: 2 adults

How is this dog around strangers?: Kiki did not interact with many people.

How is this dog around children?: Kiki has never interacted with children so his behavior is unknown.

How is this dog around other dogs?: Kiki has never interacted with other dogs so his behavior is unknown.

How is this dog around cats?: Kiki has never been exposed to cats so behavior around them is unknown.

Resource guarding:: Due to language barrier, this information is unknown.

Bite history:: Kiki does not have a bite history.

Housetrained:: Yes

For a New Family to Know: Kiki was kept mostly indoors and was fed dry & wet dog food. According to previous owner, Kiki is house-trained and would rarely have any accidents.

Date of intake:: 3/12/2019

Spay/Neuter status:: No

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults

Housetrained:: Yes

Date of assessment:: 3/14/2019

Summary:: Kiki has tolerated only minimal handling in the care center, he has been observed to escalate rapidly to growl and lunge upon approach. Out of concern for his stress level and handler safety, an assessment will not be attempted at this time.

Summary:: According to Kiki's previous owner, he has never interacted with other dogs so his past behavior around other dogs is unknown. 3/13: When off leash at the Care Center, Kiki is introduced to a novel female dog. He greets her with a neutral body and explores the pens, mostly keeping to himself. The female approaches him for a second greet and he becomes fixated on her genitals. Kiki listens to handler interruptions and walks away.

Date of intake:: 3/12/2019

Summary:: Entered wearing muzzle, growl when approaching owners and lunge, no handling performed

Date of initial:: 3/13/2019

Summary:: Lunging, growling

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to how fearful he is and how rapidly has been observed to escalate, we feel Kiki would be best set up to succeed in an adult only home environment. Place with a New Hope Partner: Kiki has tolerated minimal handling in the care center and appears uncomfortable with interaction at this time. Kiki has escalated rapidly to lunging and growling at handlers; we feel he would be best set up to succeed in an experienced foster home who can allow him decompress and acclimate at his own pace. Guidance from a professional trainer or veterinary behaviorist is highly advised, force-free, reward based training only is recommended.

Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression

Potential challenges comments:: Kiki has been observed to growl and lunge upon approach, please see handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression.