Animal Profile
Brock
Hello, my name is Brock. My animal id is #175474. I am a male brown brindle dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 7 years 10 months old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 4/16/2025, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- landlord won't allow.
Brock has been placed on the at-risk list for medical reasons. We has a very large bladder stone that has been present for years, and he has developed pneumonia further delaying his surgical treatment. His appetite is low and he has lost weight. He needs care and attention that we cannot provide.
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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Brock has been placed on the at-risk list for medical reasons. We has a very large bladder stone that has been present for years, and he has developed pneumonia further delaying his surgical treatment. His appetite is low and he has lost weight. He needs care and attention that we cannot provide. What my friends at ACC say about me: I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. I don't always like to share my food, toys or bedding with other animals. I would do best in a home without very tiny humans, although I could be open to older human children once I meet them. I love getting pets and - you guessed it - snuggles!
My medical notes are...
Weight: 64.5 lbs
6/26/2023
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5-8 years based on overall appearance, dentition Microchip noted on Intake? Negative scan History: Stray, finder reported patient urinated blood. During intake, patient urinated without hematuria. Patient reported to be wobbly (observer suspected possible seizure activity) during vaccination. Subjective: Observed Behavior - Loose, wiggly body with wagging tail. Leaned into scratches and flopped Is there evidence of Cruelty? N Is there evidence of Neglect? N Is there evidence of Trauma? N Objective BCS 4-5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild staining H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, two scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dirty hair coat, healed pink alopecic wound at dorsal neck CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities, strongly ambulatory x 4 with normal gait Assessment Hx reported hematuria Hx wobbliness during vaccines- r/o behavioral vs. neuro vs. cardio vs. other Prognosis: Fair Plan: Send out free catch UA SURGERY: Okay for surgery
4/16/2025
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4-7 years based on the condition of teeth and eyes Microchip noted on Intake? Positive History: Owner surrender; h/o bladder issue and episode of wobbliness Subjective: BAR H pink 1 sec Observed Behavior - Body relaxed; easily examined Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen – No Evidence of Neglect- No Objective P = 120hr R = 40rr BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NSF PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, no apparent murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, caudal mass palpated (r/o bladder stone) U/G: MI with 2 down MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Bladder issues r/o stone Caudal abdominal mass effect r/o large stone vs other Episode of wobbliness during previous Intake and vaccination Prognosis: Fair Plan: Intake procedures Dog sedation: Using 1.0 ml dexmedetomidine at 500mcg/m2 (500mcg/ml) and 1.0 ml butorphanol at 0.4 mg/kg (10mg/ml) IM (had to give an additional 0.1 dex. and 0.1 butor. respectively IM) Reversed with Antisedan-1.0 ml IM Radiology Review (only able to get lateral): bladder stone; ingesta in stomach CBC/CHEM/T4- pending SURGERY: Okay for surgery and cystotomy pending blood results and if neuro. episodes don't get severe
4/17/2025
CBC- nsf CHM Glucose 89 mg/dL SDMA 11 ug/dL Creatinine 0.9 mg/dL BUN 17 mg/dL Lytes WNL Hyperproteinemia 8.7 g/dL (5.5-7.5) Hypoalbuminemia (mild) 2.6 g/dL Hyperglobulinemia (moderate) 6.1 g/dL ALT/ALP WNL TT4 WNL A: Evidence of inflammation Renal function appears adequate P: Prioritize surgery and neuter
4/17/2025
Staff notes polyuria with periodic stranguria as well as diarrhea P: Prioritize surgery
4/28/2025
Rejected from surgery at offsite vet due to cough
4/29/2025
Hx: recently sent to outside hospital for neutering and bladder stone removal but was rejected for coughing; weight loss QAR; not eating food offered eent- no nasal discharge H/L- coughing and increased abdominal effort; no crackles and wheezes A) Bladder stone Pneumonia Considerable weight loss (~6 lbs since entering the shelter) Anorexia P) Enrofloxacin- 100mg/ml sig: 2.9 ml SQ DILUTED to 6 ml (to prevent necrosis) q 24 hrs SQ fluids- LRS 700ml- 1L q 24 hrs Moving med iso
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of Intake: 4/16/2025
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Brock is a 7 year old male LMB. Owner is surrendering due to the landlord not permitting pets in the building where she lives.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults and 2 children ages 4 & 8.
How is this dog around strangers?: Friendly & outgoing, playful.
How is this dog around children?: Friendly & outgoing, playful.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Familiar Dogs : Friendly & outgoing. Unfamiliar Dogs - on leash: Friendly & outgoing, playful. Unfamiliar dogs - off leash: Friendly & outgoing, playful.
How is this dog around cats?: Playful.
Resource guarding:: Brock finds food, treats, and bones valuable to him. When those items are in his presence, he will tense and hover over the items.
Bite history:: Brock has no reported bite history.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
Other Notes:: Held/Restrained: isn't bothered Disturbed while sleeping: Isn't bothered Startled: Unknown/never attempted Pushed/pull off furniture: isn't bothered Feet/paws are touched: isn't bothered collar grabbed/touched: isn't bothered
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No medical conditions reported.
For a New Family to Know: Brock is described as a social, affectionate, very vocal and playful, and quiet dog. He likes to spend most of his time in the kitchen and in the living room. He also likes to be outdoors. Brock loves going to the groomers, he loves bath time and water, and allows for owner and family to bathe and brush him. Brock is reported to be a level 4 when walking, moderate to hard pulling. Brock has access to the yard, however when walking he does receive 1-2 walks a day. Brock does well being in crates. Brock loves going on car rides. Brock knows how to sit, stay, come, lay down, and eat. Owner loves that he likes being around people and how he loves any toys. They love how he is playful and Brock enjoys eating all types of food.
Date of intake:: 4/16/2025
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: 2 adults and 2 children ages 4 & 8
Behavior toward strangers:: Brock is friendly and outgoing
Behavior toward children:: Brock is friendly and outgoing
Behavior toward dogs:: Brock is friendly and outgoing with familiar and unfamiliar dog
Behavior toward cats:: Brock is playful
Resource guarding:: Brock finds food, treats, and bones valuable to him. When those items are in his presence, he will tense and hover over the items.
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: Held/Restrained: isn't bothered Disturbed while sleeping: Isn't bothered Startled: Unknown/never attempted Pushed/pull off furniture: isn't bothered Feet/paws are touched: isn't bothered collar grabbed/touched: isn't bothered Brock's previous owner describes him as a social and affectionate dog that likes to be outdoors. He may know the cues sit, stay, come, and down.
Date of assessment:: 4/17/2025
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: Inconclusive- Did not see any Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Distracted Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Sniffing around the room seeking treats Soft handling: Accepts contact Exuberant handling: Accepts contact Comments: Neutral body Arousal Jog comments: Follows handler readily Knock Knock comments: No approach Toy Toy comments: No interest
Summary:: 4/22/25: Brock greets another dog at the gate with a tense body, hackles raised. He play bows then bounces away. He reapproaches and greets with a tense body again.
Summary (7):: 04/17/25: Brock is at the front of his kennel as handler approaches. He is leashed while distracted with treats and taken to the street, during his walk he pulls mildly and passes people on the street without issue. He stops frequently to sniff and is brought back inside after a bit for his assessment. During the assessment he spends most of his time rummaging throught the office for leftover treats. He allows collaring and petting while distracted with treats. He is then brought back to kennel and returned without issue.
Date of intake:: 4/16/2025
Summary:: Loose body, soft wagging tail, allowed all handling
Date of initial:: 4/16/2025
Summary:: Body relaxed; easily examined
ENERGY LEVEL:: Brock is described as medium energy. They will need daily mental and physical activity to keep them engaged and exercised. And we recommend using force-free, reward-based training techniques for them.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 2
Recommendations:: No young children (under 5)
Recommendations comments:: No young children (under 5): Due to resource guarding and mouthie behavior we recommend a home with no young children.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition
Potential challenges comments:: Resource Guarding: Brock finds food, treats, and bones valuable to him. When those items are in his presence, he will tense and hover over the items. We recommend that Brock be left alone while eating, and that food guarding behavior modification steps (available at ASPCApro.org) be utilized if this behavior is problematic in their future home. Nothing should ever be taken directly out of Brock's mouth, and any time something is removed they should be rewarded with a high value treat or toy. Please see handout on Resource Guarding. Mouthiness: Brock has been observed to take treats with pressure. We recommend giving treats with a flat hand and to use force-free, reward-based training methods to teach Brock to take treats with a softer mouth. Please see handout on Mouthiness.