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Mikey is at risk due to behavioral concerns. While Mikey has been sociable during most interactions: loose bodied, leaning into petting along his body after he has chosen to solicit - he has presented with sensitivity around his neck. Mikey had escalated to growling and snapping during attempts to collar him for a handling assessment and intermittently when clipping leads to return him to the kennel. Medically, Mikey has alopecia, dental disease, pyoderma, and an ear infection.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Mikey is at risk due to behavioral concerns. While Mikey has been sociable during most interactions: loose bodied, leaning into petting along his body after he has chosen to solicit - he has presented with sensitivity around his neck. Mikey had escalated to growling and snapping during attempts to collar him for a handling assessment and intermittently when clipping leads to return him to the kennel. Medically, Mikey has alopecia, dental disease, pyoderma, and an ear infection. Mikey came into the care center as a stray. Mikey has not acclimated well to the kennel environment and has allowed only minimal handling since intake. Mikey will approach for petting but will quickly become overstimulated. 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.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 57 lbs

Medical Notes

4/28/2026

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4yrs based on dentition/conformation Microchip noted on intake? scans negative History: Stray Subjective: BAR; pruritic- rubbing face against everthing Observed Behavior - loose and wiggly but starts to growl when being touched and escalates to hard barking and lunging Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? no Objective: P = 140 R = eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes OU scleral injection with periocular alopecia, erythema and open wounds, ears bilateral crusted ceruminous debris AU, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Adult dentition with mild staining- limited evaluation due to temperament 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, alopecia and erythema around head and neck, open abrasions on RFL at the level of the elbow, thick alopecic plaques on ventral abdomen CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: externally normal Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment: Approx. 4yr MI canine Alopecia and pruritis with thick plaques on ventrum (r/o infectious vs allergies/atopy with secondary infections +/- otitis) Prognosis: good Plan: Sedated for tasks and diagnostics with dexdomitor 10mcg/kg + torb 0.2mg/kg IM; did not sedate so an additional 5mcg/kg dexdomitor was given IM. Was still not sedate so 2mg/kg Ketamine was given IM. Continued to stand and walk around the room- when attempting to muzzle, he would growl/hard bark/lunge. Elected to abort plan to sedate today since unable to achieve adequate sedation. Plan to start oral meds and implement a new sedation protocol tomorrow Start oral trazadone 8mg/kg PO BID indefinitely Start oral gabapentin 15mg/kg PO BID indefinitely Rec attempt sedation tomorrow with DKT initially versus alternate such as telazol with plan to complete intake tasks and do ear cleaning/simplera along with skin diagnostics and treatment - schedule for LVT and DVM follow up SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to dermatitis

4/29/2026

Recheck - unable to perform full intake exam due to behavior, sedation attempts unsuccessful. Note on rounds board - scratching his eye excessively. S/O: BAR, walks on leash, no c/s/v/d noted, growling/lunging when restrained for sedation injection. Pruritis noted prior to sedation. -Dex/torb/ketamine 0.6 ml IM of each administered. Adequate sedation. Full atipamazole reversal, smooth recovery. EENT: Mucoid ocular discharge with blepharitis and abrasions dorsal to eyes OU, abrasion dorsal to OD more significant with scabbing and active bleeding; AU waxy orange discharge with erythema AU ORAL: mm pink and moist, mild-mod tartar (more on molars), stage 2-3 ddz H/L: NMA, SSP; lungs eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4 with no notable lameness; patchy alopecia along lateral thighs, 5-6 patches of scabbing (2-3 cm each) along right ventrum; moist erythema medial right elbow, alopecia and more scabbing along lateral aspect of right elbow; abrasion dorsal to scrotum, multifocal superficial lesions/scabs along limbs and digits CNS: Appropriate mentation A: Suspect allergies - ro atopy +/- food +/- flea Otitis externa Blepharitis, conjunctivitis Multifocal dermatitis, pyoderma Dental disease P: Flushed eyes with saline Cleaned ears and applied simplera AU Wiped/cleaned several lesions with chlorhex Submitted bloodwork to idexx Start apoquel 0.6 mg/kg PO BID x 14 days, then decrease to SID Hung signage for HA diet if available in shelter Recheck in 2 weeks, CTM while at QACC

4/29/2026

Sedate for intake tasks + ear cleaning/medication and DVM to do skin diagnostics and treatment ///Done Sedated with DTK 0.6 of each IM Intake tasks done Ears and eye cleaned Given 0.6 ml Antisedan IM in kennel

4/30/2026

Progress exam: CIRDC signs noted on rounds Subjective: BAR, no S/V/D. Coughing/huffing present Objective: EYES: Mild discharge in OS LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -Move to iso, ppe sign & monitor log placed on kennel -Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO q24h x10days -CTM, recheck in 3 days

5/1/2026

Recheck, bloodwork results S/O: BAR, active and barking at front of kennel, no c/s/v/d noted at time of exam EENT: No active ocular or nasal discharge LUNGS: Eupneic MSI: Abrasions dorsal to OU improving/much less inflammation noted; no new lesions appreciated on kennel-side exam CBC: WBC 18.5 (H), neutrophils 12/858 (H), monocytes 2.054 (H) CHEM: Glucose 127 (H), globulin 4.2 (H) T4: 0.9 (L) A: CBC consistent with inflammation vs infection - ro skin disease vs other Low T4 - ro euthyroid sick vs hypothyroidism Multifocal dermatitis, pyoderma Blepharitis, conjunctivitis - improved Otitis externa - treated4/29 Suspect allergies CIRDC P: Added free T4 to lab Continue apoquel, doxycycline, trazodone, gabapentin CTM while at QACC and recheck as scheduled

5/1/2026

Free T4 (ng/dL): 0.5 Free T4 (pmol/L): 6.4 (L) Interpretation: Clinical signs and thyroid values consistent with hypothyroidism P: Start levothyroxine 0.02 mg/kg PO BID, recheck bloodwork in 3-4 weeks

5/8/2026

Progress exam: CIRDC day 7 recheck Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V/D. AS:3 empty bowl present Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -CTM, recheck in 3 days

5/12/2026

Progress exam: CIRDC day 10 recheck Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V/D. AS:2 per log Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC appears resolved PLAN: Per standing orders -Move out of iso -CTM on daily rounds while in QACC

5/13/2026

Recheck skin; low TT4 and FT4 and skin issues- started levothyroxine for hypothyroidism S/O: BAR, active and barking at front of kennel, no c/s/v/d noted EENT: Very mild mucoid discharge OS, no nasal discharge LUNGS: Eupneic MSI: Periocular alopecia and erythema - mild; skin improving A: Suspect allergies Dermatitis, periocular dermatitis Hypothyroidism P: Extend apoquel and decrease to SID Patient not overweight or lethargic, reconsidering hypothyroidism diagnosis. Rule out skin disease secondary to allergies. Discontinue levothyroxine and recheck TT4 in 1-2 weeks CTM while at QACC

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 4. Orange

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake Mikey was friendly and outgoing with counselors allowing all handling such as scanning for microchip and collaring. He then walked back to medical where he was vaccinated and entered his kennel without any assistance. All done without any concerns.

Date of Intake: 4/26/2026

Date of intake:: 4/26/2026

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray(Unknown History)

Date of assessment:: 5/2/2026

Summary:: 5/15/26: Mikey is taken to the behavior office for a handling assessment. He approaches the assessor with an open mouth, panting and wagging tail. He takes treats from the handlers. When attempts are made to collar him, he jumps at the assessor, low growling. Due to this, a handling assessment will not be conducted at this time. 5/2/26: Mikey is currently unable to undergo a handling assessment due to his ongoing medical concerns. He was surrendered as a stray, so his past behavior in a home setting is unknown. In the Care Centers,During mikey medical exam, he is noted to display a loose and wiggly but starts to growl when being touched and escalates to hard barking and lunging. His determination is reflected in the limited behavioral information we've gathered and observed. However, it’s unclear whether his behavior will remain consistent or if new behaviors may emerge once he is fully medically cleared. Positive reinforcement should be used when working with Mikey

Summary (7):: 5/15/26: Mikey is standing at the front of his kennel as the handler approaches. He is able to be leashed with ease and is then taken to the behavior room for his assessment. In the room, he has a tense body as he sniffs around. When the handlers attempt to collar him, he snaps at the collar. He is able to be taken away and is then taken back to his kennel with no further issues. 5/14/26: Reported via whiteboard that Mikey can be very sweet with patience and extra coaxing 05/12/26: Mikey is standing at the front of his kennel and allows the handler to leash him with ease. He is then brought outside to the play yard for an enrichment outing. Once inside the yard, a drag leash is placed on him, and he begins exploring the environment freely. After exploring, Mikey practices sit cues with the handler. He demonstrates difficulty understanding the cue and repeatedly jumps up on the handler while attempts are made to redirect and reinforce the behavior. Despite his excitement, Mikey maintains a social and engaged demeanor throughout the session. When the session is complete, Mikey is brought back to his kennel safely without any issues. 05/05/26: Mikey is laying on his bed as the handler approaches. He walks over to the kennel door and is leashed with ease. Mikey is brought outside to the play yard. He rubs himself on the ground and the handler's legs. The handler pets him gently, and he presses himself into the handler for more pets. The handler frequently stops to do consent checks, and Mikey will continuously solicit more petting. When returning to the kennel, the handler scatters treats on the floor outside of the kennel room, and Mikey's leash is easily clipped. He is returned to kennel with no issue. 5/3: Mikey was reported to growl and attempts to bite staff when being clipped to be returned to kennel. 4/30/26 (KSV): Mikey was lying at back of kennel with his head resting on his bed and body on the floor. When he saw handler he low growled and as handler got closer to kennel he barked. Handler tossed a treat scatter into kennel and he set out sniffing to find all the treats. Once he had consumed them he sat down and looked at handler occasionally vocalizing.

Date of intake:: 4/26/2026

Summary:: friendly and outgoing with counselors allowing all handling

Date of initial:: 4/28/2026

Summary:: loose and wiggly but starts to growl when being touched and escalates to hard barking and lunging

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Mikey's touch sensitivity, we recommend that he be placed in an adult-only home at this time. Place with a New Hope partner: Mikey came into the care center as a stray. Mikey has not acclimated well to the kennel environment and has allowed only minimal handling since intake. Mikey will approach for petting but will quickly become overstimulated. 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: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression

Potential challenges comments:: Handling/touch sensitivity: Due to Mikey's medical concerns, he is noted to become sensitive to touch. Handling should be adjusted to accommodate his needs, using slow, deliberate movements and minimizing unnecessary touch when possible. Please see the handout on Handling/touch sensitivity. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: During mikey medical exam, he is noted to display a loose and wiggly but starts to growl when being touched and escalates to hard barking and lunging.Future interactions should prioritize early recognition of stress signals, low-pressure handling, and allowing breaks to help prevent escalation. Please see the handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression.