Animal Profile
Blue
Hello, my name is Blue. My animal id is #43106. I am a desexed male gray dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 2 months 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 10/1/2018, with the surrender reason stated as animal behavior - not good with kids.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Blue is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infection Respiratory Disease Complex and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other dogs. Due to some behavior concerns displayed in the previous home where Blue snapped at a child when she pushed down his rear, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
A volunteer writes: Blue is sweet and friendly with just a touch of shyness. He was a bit submissive when I took him out of his cage - wagging his tail while crouching down a little - but he happily came out and we went for a walk. Outside, Blue allowed me to pet him and wagged his tail quite often, though he remained just a little bashful. But oh boy...once we got back to the shelter, I saw the true Blue! When he spotted one of his favorite staff members, his tail went way up and started wagging like a little helicopter; his eyes widened; his ears perked up; a big doggie smile came across his face; and he made a beeline for the employee. Blue then jumped up to greet his friend, who in turn, gave Blue lots of cheek rubs. Blue stood there with his eyes closed and his tail wagging, just taking in all this love and attention...it was pure doggie bliss! Blue then thanked his friend with lots of face kisses. Watching this interaction, I assumed the staff member had spent a lot of time with Blue. But no....he had walked him only a few times! So even though Blue needs time to get to know new people, he seems to warm up very quickly. Blue's previous owner described him as friendly, affectionate, and mellow; and stated that he loves to run and play fetch with balls. If you'd like to meet this adorable little sweetie-pie, come on down to the Brooklyn ACC shelter where he's awaiting his forever home.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 58 lbs
10/7/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~2 years according to o Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - very sweet. Energetic. Did well for all medical handling and procedures. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, 2 testicles descended MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: ok to schedule for surgery
10/15/2018
Progress exam-New CIRDC noted on rounds History: Intake 10/7-APH Subjective: QAR. Noted on rounds board to be having diarrhea for 3 days. Also has serous nasal d/c and is early CIRDC. Bloody nasal d/c noted on rounds board but not on exam. Objective: EENT: serous nasal d/c bilaterally, no ocular d/c ou L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE MSI: Ambulatory x 4, good haircoat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: CIRDC Diarrhea Plan: Start baytril 10mg/kg PO SID x14d until 10/29 Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x14d until 10/29 Start metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID x5d until 10/20 Recheck at day 7 Move to iso Prognosis: Good
10/16/2018
Progress exam History: Intake 10/7-APH 10/15-started on doxycycline, baytril, and metronidazole for CIRDC and diarrhea Subjective: QAR. Noted to be lethargic but took oral meds and ate entire tray of canned food. Objective: EENT: serous nasal d/c bilaterally, no ocular d/c ou L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE MSI: Ambulatory x 4, good haircoat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: CIRDC Diarrhea Plan: Continue baytril 10mg/kg PO SID until 10/29 Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 10/29 Continue metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID until 10/20 Iso CTM appetite Prognosis: Good
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Behavior upon intake: Blue was relaxed during the process. He had almond eyes, ears up and wiggly tail. He allowed to be petted and was taking treats gently. He allowed to be collared and he sat down for his picture. Blue scanned positive for microchip.
Basic Information:: Blue is a 2 year old gray and white male dog that was surrendered by his owner due to behavior concerns. The owner stated that he bought Blue off of a friend when he was 8 weeks old. The last time Blue has been to the vet is unknown.
Previously lived with:: Owner 2 adults 2 children.
How is this dog around strangers?: Owner stated that when around strangers Blue is friendly and outgoing. When playing with adults he is exuberant.
How is this dog around children?: Blue has spent time in the home with a 4 and 8 year old child and he was relaxed and affectionate. As of recently Blue has started to growl and snapped at the 4 year old child in the home. When playing with children Blue can be somewhat rough.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Blue has not spent time in the home with other dogs. His owner stated that when around other dogs Blue will bark, growl and may possibly snap.
How is this dog around cats?: Blue has spent spent time in the home with cats so it so unknown how he will react.
Resource guarding:: Blue is friendly if someone was to touch his food treats or toys. If someone unfamiliar approaches his home he will bark.
Bite history:: Blue has no bite history.
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: High
Other Notes:: Owner stated that during loud noises and fireworks he isn't bothered. He has never been brushed nor has he had his nails trimmed. Blue will tolerate being bathed. He isn't bothered if he is restrained pushed off the couch or disturbed while he sleeps.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No reported medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Owner described Blue as friendly affectionate and mellow. Blue loves to run and play fetch will balls. He has been kept mostly indoors and eats dry dog food. When using the bathroom he will go outside on the grass or cement. When left alone in the home Blue is crated and he does well for up to 8 hours. He has never been left alone in the yard so it is unknown how he will react. Blue knows how to sit, lay down stay heel and come when called. He is used to brisk walks on the leash. When on the leash he pulls hard. When off the leash he will run away.
Date of intake:: 10/1/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: Owner 2 adults, and 2 children ages(4 and 8 year old)
Behavior toward strangers:: Blue is friendly and outgoing.
Behavior toward children:: Relaxed and affectionate(recently began growling and snapping at 4 year old)
Behavior toward dogs:: Blue will bark, growl and may possibly snap.
Behavior toward cats:: Behavior unknown
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: Owner described Blue as friendly affectionate and mellow with a high activity level.
Other Notes:: Owner stated his daughter was playing last night when Blue was sitting near them. Blue got up and his daughter told him to sit down and pushed him back resulting in Blue snapping at her. He stated that this was the first time that Blue had this behavior towards his daughter.
Date of assessment:: 10/3/2018
Look:: 1. Dog's eyes are averted, ears are back, tail is down, relaxed body posture. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor's cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog's mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Toy:: 1. No interest.
Summary:: Blue came into the assessment room loose and wiggly, he was friendly and playful towards the handlers.
Summary (1):: According to Blue's previous owner, Blue growls, barks and snaps at other dogs. 10/2: Blue is uncomfortable at the gate when greeting the novel female. He displays a tense posture before hard barking and walking away. An attempt was made to place a muzzle on him but he frantically pawed at it.
Date of intake:: 10/1/2018
Summary:: Blue was relaxed during the process.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Blue displays a high activity level in the care center.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to some behavior concerns displayed in the previous home where Blue snapped at a child when she pushed down his rear, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time.
Potential challenges: : Handling/touch sensitivity
Potential challenges comments:: Handling sensitivity: Blue snapped at a child when she pushed his rear end back. It is important 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 Blue to be more comfortable with this.