Animal Profile
Oreo
Hello, my name is Oreo . My animal id is #47020. I am a desexed male gray dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 7 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 11/11/2018, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour - aggressive towards people.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Oreo is at risk for behavioral concerns. He has shown fearful behavior and sensitivity to handling while in the care center. Oreo has a multiple-bite history and escalates quickly to snapping and biting, so this is an established behavior that he offers when he feels threatened. He has been diagnosed with dental disease that may need follow up care but otherwise there are no medical concerns at this time.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 10.5 lbs
11/28/2018
11/21/2018
11/20/2018
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11/20/2018
11/18/2018
Gave hard cop hand signed form to Shelter supervisor
11/11/2018
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11/11/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 7 yrs Microchip noted on Intake? no Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : o surrender because he started biting people in the home Subjective: Observed Behavior - nervous, trembling, placed muzzle for exam, p growled once when sitting on the table and I was petting him Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective T = P = WNL R =WNL BCS 2.5/5 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: severe dnetal dz, tartar, gingival recession, some loose teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, sst MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment: Dental dz Prognosis: Good Plan: Neuter Strongly rec dental once placed SURGERY: Okay for surgery
11/20/2018
H: In house surgery scheduled for today S: BARH. No csv. Diarrhea noted in kennel. EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild 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: Anus mildly erythemic and puckered Assessment: diarrhea Plan: Ok for surgery Start Metronidazole 10 mg/kg PO BID x 7 days post-op Was this dog a cryptorchid? No Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 2-0 PDS, two surgeon's knots Sub Q closure: 2-0 PDS simple continuous Skin closure? 2-0 PDS, modified intradermal green linear tattoo placed on abdomen
11/28/2018
H: Health Cert exam S: BARH. No csvd. Eyes: Grossly appropriate OU. Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic U/G: Normal external genitalia. No discharge. Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. BCS = 5/9 Integument: Otherwise unremarkable haircoat. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. Assessment: Ok for travel Plan: signed health cert
11/20/2018
Pre Medication Dexdomitor:0.1ml im Ketamine:0.1ml im Butorphanol:0.1ml im Gas Maintenance: Isoflurane 2% NSAID Robenicoxib Carprofen 0.38ml SQ Meloxicam Reversal Agent Antisedan 0.05ml im
11/20/2018
Pre Medication Dexdomitor:0.1ml im Ketamine:0.1ml im Butorphanol:0.1ml im Gas Maintenance: Isoflurane 2% NSAID Robenicoxib Carprofen 0.38ml SQ Meloxicam Reversal agent Antisedan 0.05ml im
11/21/2018
Dispensed Metronidazole 250mg 1/4 tab BID x 7 days Meloxicam .32 ccs SID x 2 days
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Behavior during intake: Oreo had a tense body, tail tucked during intake. When counselor went to scan for a microchip, Oreo began to growl. Counselor was able to take a picture without any issues but was not able to collar
Date of Intake: 11/11/2018
Basic Information:: Oreo is a 7 year old male that has no previous or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner had Oreo for 5 years but had to surrender due to behavior concerns.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults
How is this dog around strangers?: When a stranger approaches Oreo, he will growl at first. Owner stated that it takes Oreo several days to become comfortable around someone new
How is this dog around children?: Oreo has been around children of all ages. Owner stated that he was always respectful and tolerant. Over the last year, Oreo has been growling when children would approach her
How is this dog around other dogs?: Oreo has not been around any other dogs so behavior is unknown
How is this dog around cats?: Oreo has not been around any other cats so behavior is unknown
Resource guarding:: Owner has never tried to take away Oreo's food, treats or toys so behavior is unknown
Bite history:: Oreo does have a bite history. The last time she bit someone was 3 months ago.
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: Low
Other Notes:: Oreo will growl and snap when someone holds him/restrains him, if someone disturbs him while he is sleeping and when someone brushes his coat. When the owner would try to bathe Oreo or trim his nails, Oreo will growl and bite.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Oreo does not have any known medical concerns that the owner is aware of.
For a New Family to Know: Oreo is described as mellow and independent. He has a low activity level and likes to lounge around the home rather than play with any toys. In the home, he would sometimes follow the owner around from room to room but would usually be in his favorite spot. In the home, Oreo was fed dry food only brand Blue. Oreo was kept mostly indoors and is not house trained. Owner stated that unless she leaves wee wee pads out, Oreo will urinate and defecate all over the home several times a week. When left alone in the home, Oreo was well behaved. He is crate trained and would have access to go in and out of a crate throughout the day. Oreo knows the cues come and stay. For exercise, Oreo was taken on brisk walks on the leash. When on leash, he does not pull. Owner was able to walk Oreo off leash and stated that he would wander around at first but then come back when his name was called.
Date of intake:: 11/11/2018
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
Behavior toward strangers:: Growls, requires several days to warm up
Behavior toward children:: Tolerant though has recently been growling upon approach
Behavior toward dogs:: Unknown
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: 1st bite incident: Oreo was being pet in the back of the head when he turned and bit victim on right hand, near wrist. Oreo growled before he bit and released after he bit, bite resulted in scratch marks. 2nd bite incident: Oreo was being pet on his back when he turned around and bit victim on the thumb. The bite resulted in one puncture wound. 3rd bite incident: When owner attempted to bathe Oreo, he turned and bit her twice on the thumb. Oreo growled before the bite and because owner wore gloves, the bites resulted in red marks only
Housetrained:: No
Energy level/descriptors:: Mellow, independent with a low energy level
Other Notes:: Oreo will growl and snap when restrained, when startled and when brushed.
Date of assessment:: 11/13/2018
Summary:: Due to Oreo's multiple bite history combined with the overall fearful behavior displayed in the care, he is not an appropriate candidate for an assessment at this time.
Summary (1):: Oreo's owner reported that he has not been around other dogs. When off leash with dogs at the Care Center, Oreo keeps to himself as he wanders in a group of small male and female dogs. He is tolerant of their face to face greetings.
Date of intake:: 11/11/2018
Summary:: Tense, tail tucked; growled upon approach
Date of initial:: 11/11/2018
Summary:: Tense, trembling; growled upon direct touch
ENERGY LEVEL:: Oreo is reported to have a low energy level in his previous home environment.
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 (under 13): Due to all the concerns reported in his previous home environment, we believe Oreo would be best set up to succeed in an adult only home. New Hope Only: Because of Oreo's multiple bite history combined with his response to being handled at times, we believe he would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner. We recommend allowing Oreo to have a period of decompression so that he can acclimate to his new home environment so that his behavior can be more thoroughly assessed before placement into a permanent home. Guidance from a professional trainer or behaviorist is highly advised.
Potential challenges: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Oreo has a multiple-bite history and escalates quickly to snapping and biting, so this is an established behavior that he offers when he feels threatened. Oreo needs careful behavior modification and management to prevent future bites. We recommend only force-free, reward-based training methods for Oreo as more aversive techniques are likely to increase fear and increase the risk of aggression. Handling sensitivity: Oreo has bitten multiple times upon being touched/pet in his previous home environment. He is also reported to growl and snap when restrained or brushed. It is important to avoid to be cautious when touching him in other areas as we do not know where he may have other sensitivities. Positive reinforcement, reward based training should be used to pair touch with good things such as food rewards in order to teach Oreo to be more comfortable with this.