Animal Profile
Rocket
Hello, my name is Rocket . My animal id is #45057. I am a desexed male tan dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 6 years 2 months 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 1/2/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person health - cancer.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Rocket is at risk for medical concerns. He has been diagnosed with left hind limb lameness that will require follow up treatment. Due to his medical condition a behavior assessment was not performed. Please see behavior notes for details.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 16 lbs
10/21/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - very sweet. Easily handleable but very painful-muzzled for exam. Did well for all medical handling and procedures. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - yes Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, only one testicle palpated with scrotal dermatitis but could be both-too sensitive to tell for sure MSI: Ambulatory x 3 with NWB LHL lameness, dropped hock, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: LHL lameness Scrotal dermatitis Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Applied SSD to scrotum and placed e-collar (first dose given) Start rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID x7d until 10/28 (first dose given) Rads scheduled for tomorrow (not working today) Prognosis: Fair SURGERY: temporary waiver due to injury
10/22/2018
Progress exam History : o/s 10/21-LHL lameness and scrotal dermatitis. Started on SSD and rimadyl. Unable to take x-rays as the machine was not functioning. Subjective: BARH. No csvd. Good appetite. Trying to bite today. Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: unable to do oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, only one testicle palpated with scrotal dermatitis and SSD cream on site MSI: Ambulatory x 3 with NWB LHL lameness, dropped hock when WB on LHL, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: LHL lameness suspect fracture Scrotal dermatitis Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Continue SSD cream on scrotum until 10/28 Continue rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID x7d until 10/28 Start gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID x7d until 10/29 Sedated with dexdomitor (10mg/kg IM then 5mg/kg IV 15 minutes later) and butorphanol (0.2mg/kg IM then 0.2mg/kg IV 15 min later). Reversed with antisedan. Rads scheduled for LHL-tibiotarsal joint has irregular margins from suspect old fracture or injury. Chip fracture of calcaneus. Unable to extend the tibiotarsal joint on sedated exam. No other fractures or abnormalities noted Prognosis: Fair
10/23/2018
Progress exam History : o/s 10/21-LHL lameness and scrotal dermatitis. Started on SSD and rimadyl. Unable to take x-rays as the machine was not functioning. 10/23: started on gabapentin for pain Rads scheduled for LHL-tibiotarsal joint has irregular margins from suspect old fracture or injury. Chip fracture of calcaneus. Unable to extend the tibiotarsal joint on sedated exam. No other fractures or abnormalities noted Subjective: BARH. No csv but having diarrhea. Good appetite. Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: unable to do oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, only one testicle palpated with scrotal dermatitis MSI: Ambulatory x 3 with NWB LHL lameness, dropped hock when WB on LHL with limited extension, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: LHL lameness suspect fracture Scrotal dermatitis Cryptorchid Diarrhea Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Continue SSD cream on scrotum until 10/28 Continue rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID until 10/28 Continue gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID until 10/29 Start metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID x5d until 10/28 Rec NH placement for surgical repair vs amputation of LHL e-collar Prognosis: Fair
10/24/2018
Progress exam History : o/s 10/21-LHL lameness and scrotal dermatitis. Started on SSD and rimadyl. Unable to take x-rays as the machine was not functioning. 10/23: started on gabapentin for pain Rads scheduled for LHL-tibiotarsal joint has irregular margins from suspect old fracture or injury. Chip fracture of calcaneus. Unable to extend the tibiotarsal joint on sedated exam. No other fractures or abnormalities noted Subjective: BARH. No csvd. Good appetite. Objective Eyes: Grossly appropriate OU. Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic U/G: Male. No discharge. Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 3 with NWB LHL lameness Integument: Otherwise unremarkable haircoat. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Full neurologic exam not performed. Assessment: LHL lameness suspect old fracture/luxation Scrotal dermatitis Cryptorchid Diarrhea Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Continue SSD cream on scrotum until 10/28 Continue rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID until 10/28 Continue gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID until 10/29 Start metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID x5d until 10/28 Rec NH placement for surgical repair vs amputation of LHL e-collar Prognosis: Fair
1/2/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~6 years Microchip noted on Intake? positive 985113002208452 History : o/s 10/21-LHL lameness and scrotal dermatitis. Started on SSD and rimadyl. Unable to take x-rays as the machine was not functioning. 10/23: started on gabapentin for pain Rads scheduled for LHL-tibiotarsal joint has irregular margins from suspect old fracture or injury. Chip fracture of calcaneus. Unable to extend the tibiotarsal joint on sedated exam. No other fractures or abnormalities noted 10/24-started on metronidazole for diarrhea Subjective: BARH. Still has LHL lameness but does not seem painful on leg. Observed Behavior - allowed physical exam but during hair trim growled and snapped. 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: muzzled PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, unilateral cryptorchid MSI: Ambulatory x 3 with NWB LHL lameness, not painful on manipulation or palpation of LHL, muscle wasting LHL with thickening of stifle and crepitus of tarsus, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: LHL lameness r/o old injury Unilateral cryptorchid Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Rec surgical follow up for LHL lameness-possible amputation since he is not using it Prognosis: Good SURGERY: ok to schedule for surgery
1/4/2019
S/O: BARH, active, growling upon restraint EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic U/G: Male cryptorchid MSI: Ambulatory x 3, LH lameness CNS: Mentation appropriate, no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Cryptorchid LH lameness Plan: Neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
1/7/2019
Pre-op exam History : o/s 10/21-LHL lameness and scrotal dermatitis. Started on SSD and rimadyl. Unable to take x-rays as the machine was not functioning. 10/23: started on gabapentin for pain Rads scheduled for LHL-tibiotarsal joint has irregular margins from suspect old fracture or injury. Chip fracture of calcaneus. Unable to extend the tibiotarsal joint on sedated exam. No other fractures or abnormalities noted 10/24-started on metronidazole for diarrhea 1/2/19-returned. Still has LHL lameness and unilateral cryptorchid Subjective: BAR. No csvd. LHL lameness. Objective: EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge HL: No sneezing or coughing, eupneic, normal RR/RE NEURO: A&A MS: Ambulatory x4 with significant intermittent WB LHL lameness Assessment: LHL lameness r/o old injury Unilateral cryptorchid Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Rec surgical follow up for LHL lameness-possible amputation since he is not using it Ok for surgery tomorrow Prognosis: Good
1/9/2019
H: Health Cert exam S: BARH. No csvd. Eyes: Grossly appropriate OU. Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with LHL lameness BCS = 5/9 Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. Assessment: Ok for travel Plan: signed health cert
10/22/2018
For x ray dog has been sedated with .01cc dexomitor and .14cc Butorphanol im first, but dog has not sedated enough, tried to bite then as per dr, extra .06cc dexdomitor iv and .14cc butorphanol iv given .07cc antisedan given im
1/8/2019
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by ASPCA. Green linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen.
1/9/2019
Dispensed Carprofen 75mg 1/2 tablet SID x 2 days
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Rocket growled at counselor when approached. Counselor requested that the owner collar him while counselor continued the intake.
Date of Intake: 1/2/2019
Basic Information:: Rocket is a 6 year old small mixed breed male. Rocket was surrendered due to the fact his owner has health problems and can no longer care for him. Rocket previously sprained his back left leg and sometimes does not put weight on it.
How is this dog around strangers?: Rocket is fearful of strangers and will bark and growl when approached.
How is this dog around children?: Rocket will bark at children and stay away from them. Rocket's owner stated that Rocket has been around her two year old granddaughter and will bark at her due to being jealous.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Rocket will bark at other dogs but will not lunge at them.
How is this dog around cats?: Rocket has not been around cats.
Resource guarding:: Rocket is not bothered when someone touches his food while he is eating. Rocket growls if his toy is removed but will continue to play. It is unknown whether he would be bothered when taking a treat away.
Bite history:: Rocket has no bite history.
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: high energy level
Other Notes:: Rocket is not bothered when pulled off the furniture. Rocket is afraid when held or restrained. Rocket is not bothered when he is disturbed when sleeping. The owner does struggle when Rocket needs a bath or needs to be brushed. The owner has not trimmed his nails. Rocket barks and growls if strangers approach the house or a family member. Rocket often poops and pees indoors, barks a lot and is sometimes hard to control. During fireworks Rocket panics, is nervous and hides.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: a few years ago Rocket sprained his back left leg and at times does not put weight on it. Rocket is up to date with vaccines.
For a New Family to Know: Rocket loves to play with squeaky toys and balls. Rocket likes to play fetch and knows how to sit. Rocket has been mostly kept indoors. Rocket has a lot of energy but will not pull while on his leash. Rocket is partially crate trained. Rocket is partially house trained, he will poop on the wee-wee pad. When rocket is left alone he will bark/whine and will do potty indoors. Rocket has not been left alone in the yard. Rocket sleeps anywhere that he finds comfortable. Rocket is anxious around strangers but very friendly with owner.
Date of intake:: 10/20/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Behavior toward strangers:: Fearful, barks and growls when approached
Behavior toward children:: Barks, avoids
Behavior toward dogs:: Barks
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Resource guarding:: Growls if toys are attempted to be removed from his possession
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: High energy level
Date of assessment:: 10/23/2018
Summary:: Rocket's previous owner reported that he barks at other dogs when he sees them. When off leash at the Care Centers, Rocket greets a group of small male and female dogs with a soft posture, then keeps to himself. He chases another dog around the yard, growling and snapping when the other dog growls at him.
Date of intake:: 10/21/2018
Summary:: Growled upon approach
Date of initial:: 10/21/2018
Summary:: Sweet, allowed all handling
ENERGY LEVEL:: Rocket is reported to have a high energy level in his previous home environment.