Animal Profile
Max Ursa
Hello, my name is Max Ursa. My animal id is #72840. I am a desexed male black brindle dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 4 months 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 8/16/2019.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Max Ursa is at risk for behavioral observations. Max Ursa has displayed a low threshold for arousal and becomes easily overstimulated with the potential to tip into aggression. Max Ursa would be best suited for placement with a new hope partner that can provide the necessary behavior modification. Medically, Max Ursa seems healthy.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
A staff member writes: The perfect pet is all about that perfect personality match - amazing looks are bonus, a bonus that you will find with Max Ursa! This guy is an energetic, young dog that seeks a very experienced caretaker who can help him channel his energy into healthy and positive outlets. Does this sound like you?
My medical notes are...
Weight: 60 lbs
8/16/2019
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : stray Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - Very strong, seeks attention - wants you to pet him, jumps up for cuddles, very wiggly, food/ treat motivated Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 120 R =eup BCS= 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: difficult to examine well - too active - no significant calculus PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male - 2sst, pre-scrotal area cln MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment healthy 1 yo M intact large breed dog Prognosis: good Plan: routine intake SURGERY: Okay for surgery
8/24/2019
adding trazodone 100mg tablet -- give 2 tablets PO q12h while in shelter
9/3/2019
Hx: presents for neuter BAR visual P) Dog Neuter Was this dog a cryptorchid? No If so describe - Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with:2-0 pds millers Sub Q closure:2-0 pds sc Skin closure? no inguinal tattoo
9/4/2019
Hx: doing well visual- surgical area appears good
9/5/2019
SO BAR in kennel; standing at kennel front hard barking. EN -- eyes are clear. mucoid nasal discharge A CIRDC P doxycycline 100mg tablret -- give 2.75 tablet PO q24h x 14 days enrofloxacin 204mg tablet -- give 1 1/3 tablet PO q24h x 14 days
8/17/2019
Unable to administer second dose trazadone within 24 hours.
9/3/2019
Anesthesia Summary – Canine Neuter Pre-Medication: Hydromorphone 10 mg/ml injectable, 1.21 mL IM Dexmedetomidine 0.5 mg/ml injectable, 0.24 mL IM Induction: Propofol 10 mg/ml injectable, 6.5 mL IV 22 g IVC placed in right cephalic vessel. Size 11 fr. ET tube placed, maintained general anesthesia throughout procedure on isoflurane and O2. Used rebreathing system with 3 L bag. Intraoperative IV LRS at 240 mL/hr Perioperative pain medication: Rimadyl 50mg/mL injectable, 1.94 mL, SQ, post-operatively. Recovery: Uneventful Post-operative Medications Prescribed: Rimadyl 100 mg Tablets, Give 1 tablet, orally, once a day for 2 days beginning the day after surgery. Anesthetist: 1608 Surgical Monitor: 1461
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 8/16/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 8/17/2019
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: None Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly social Call over: Approaches readily Sociability comments: Body soft, stays by assessor, mouths with moderate pressure Handling Soft handling: Over-aroused Exuberant handling: Over-aroused Handling comments: Body soft, jumping up, mouths with light pressure Arousal Jog: Engages in play with handler, escalates Arousal comments: Jumps up and mouths assessor then begins to growl and snaps at assessor's foot Knock: Approaches (exuberant) Knock Comments: Jumps up and mouths Toy: Grips, firm Toy comments: Body soft
Summary:: Max Ursa was not introduced into off leash playgroups due to concern for arousal level. Max was soft bodied when greeting a helper dog on leash, appearing exuberant and excited.
Date of initial:: 8/16/2019
Summary:: Soft body, jumps up, attention seeking
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Max Ursa so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 8/21/19: While being walking in the backyard, Max Ursa saw another dog walking by and became excited. Once the dog was out of view, Max Ursa grabbed a toy and began running back and forth with the leash on. He then jumped up towards a nearby staff member's face and snapped, being pulled back by the person handling him as he was still on leash. 8/28/19: When outside with a staff member, Max Ursa became excited, running around then attempting to mount and mouth the handler. Another staff member distracted him briefly by calling him over and offering treats. He continued to be exuberant and proceeded to jump onto the original staff member, who used a noise correcter to interrupt the behavior.
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 the high level of arousal seen at the care center from Max Ursa and the potential he has shown to tip over into aggression, we recommend an adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to the high level of arousal seen at the care center from Max Ursa and the potential he has shown to tip over into aggression, we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home.
Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control,Social hyperarousal,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition,Low threshold for arousal
Potential challenges comments:: Basic manners/poor impulse control: Max Ursa jumps up a lot on people in a social manner. Please see handout on Basic Manners. Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition: Max Ursa has displayed a high level of mouthiness at the care center, applying moderate pressure. Please see handout on Mouthiness. Low threshold for arousal: Max Ursa became quickly aroused on his assessment during the jog portion. He growled and snapped at the assessor's foot while the assessor was jogging with him. He has displayed a potential to tip over into aggression when he becomes aroused. Please see handout on Arousal.