Animal Profile
Inky
Hello, my name is Inky. My animal id is #265162. I am a female black dog at the Queens Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 9/28/2026, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance - no time for animal.
Inky is on the at risk list for medical reasons. Inky continues to have ocular disease that has flared up again and requires more intensive treatment that is possible to provide in shelter. She also has an ear infection that has returned and likely indicates an underlying allergy, which is also not manageable in a shelter setting. Inky is being treated for CIRDC at this time, but has been reported to not eat her medications. With placement, Inky will need veterinary follow up and frequent cleaning/medication application for her ocular disease. Behaviorally, Inky is very stressed when cleaning and treating her eyes and ears, but she has not escalated to any signs of aggression.
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What my friends at ACC say about me: I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. I would do best in a home with only adult humans. I prefer to call the shots and enjoy coming to you when I'm ready for pets.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 45.0125 lbs
9/28/2026
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~4-7 years based on dentition / condition, consistent with O reported age of 5yrs Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative History: OS Subjective: BARH, pink moist mm at distance, NATA CRT dt behavior Observed Behavior - Nervous / tense, looking for escape, flailed head when attempting to touch face but tolerant of other tasks. Did not escalate further. Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? No Objective: P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: OD cherry eye with periocular erythema and mucoid greenish discharge / film across cornea and at medial canthus, OS mucoid greenish discharge / film across cornea and at medial canthus, no blepharospasm OU, ears clean at distance, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Clean dentition at distance, limited distance exam dt behavior PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, Grade II/VI LAS HM, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Tense, not overtly painful, no masses palpated but difficult to assess due to tenseness U/G: Female - appears intact no tattoo or spay scar, mature nipples, no discharge from vulva, no mammary gland tumors appreciated MSI: Ambulatory x 4, full orthopedic exam not performed INT: Healthy hair coat, no masses noted, no ectoparasites seen CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Wood's Lamp Exam: Not performed Assessment: OD cherry eye OU discharge r/o KCS vs other Low grade HM r/o stress / physio vs cardiac (r/o DMVD vs other) vs extra cardiac FI mature adult mixed breed Prognosis: Fair with appropriate treatment Plan: OK for appropriate intake tasks Attempted ophthalmic exam / diagnostics but P would not tolerate - flails head persistently when trying touch face Added to ARL - unable to provide appropriate treatment in shelter due to P behavior ADD Gabapentin 600mg (~30mg/kg) PO BID TFN for analgesia and FAS SURGERY: Okay for surgery - recc re auscult prior to sedation, recc flush eyes and copious eye lubricant intra operatively
10/2/2026
Recheck eyes, unable to assess at intake due to behavior/discomfort S/O: BAR, very tense and timid, trembling a bit during handling, warms with food and allows soft muzzle to be placed. Struggles and thrashes initially, but calms and allows slow handling. Eventually elected to sedate to get more thorough examination of eyes and ears. *Sedated with dex/torb 0.5 ml IM of each EENT: -OD cherry eye, mucoid discharge, chronic corneal changes, conjunctival hyperemia; no obvious stain uptake but unable to entirely visualize cornea -OS chronic corneal changes, conjunctival hyperemia, mucoid discharge; no obvious stain uptake -AU dry pigmented canal with brown discharge, thickened skin H/L: NMA, SSP; eupneic MSI: Amb x 4; healthy haircoat CNS: Appropriate mentation A: Conjunctivitis, suspect KCS Cherry eye OD Otitis externa Suspect underlying allergy Heart murmur - not appreciated today P: Sedation as noted above, half reversal given with smooth recovery Eye fluorescein stain Cleaned ears and applied simplera AU Flushed eyes, applied neopolybac and optimmune (waited >5 min between meds) Continue to seek placement, patient will not tolerate eye meds without sedation; unable to confirm KCS suspicion due to sedation. CTM while at QACC
10/6/2026
Add Trazodone 150 mg (7.5 mg/kg) PO BID indefinitely for behavioral support.
10/6/2026
Brief recheck: BAR, mod. amount of green discharge OU. No nasal discharge, AS:3 takes treats readily. -Per 2585 flushed OU with eye wash. Applied Optimune Opthalmic ointment OU & NeoPoly dex ointment OU (when P tolerated handling). -Start Optimune & Neopoly dex topically 3x for 3weeks (per 2585). Will note for DVM to be notified if P doesn't allow administration. -CTM, DVM recheck as scheduled.
10/7/2026
Progress exam: CIRDC signs noted on rounds Subjective: BAR, no C/V/D. Sneezing present Objective: EYES: Mild amount of green mucoid discharge OU LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: mild clear serous discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC-mild 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
10/8/2026
Recheck eyes - noted to be caked in mucoid discharge on rounds S/O: BAR, very food motivated, thrashing when attempting to clean and medicate eyes. Soft muzzle placed for parts and seemed slightly calmer with it on (more thrashing with it off). Did not escalate to aggression at any time. EYES: OU severe thick mucoid discharge crusted periocularly and caked in thick film over corneas; prolapsed third eyelid gland OD, conjunctival hyperemia OU. A: Suspect KCS Conjunctivitis Heart murmur, otitis, CIRDC, etc P: Gently and slowly cleaned discharge from eyes Applied TAB drops OU, waited 5 minutes, then applied optimmune OU Continue trazodone and gabapentin Add carprofen4.4 mg/kg PO SID **Took 3 people and a lot of time, Inky thrashed and fought restraint on and off during the process of cleaning and medicating her eyes. Overall she is allowing a bit more handling, but still unable to administer topical eye meds with frequency that she needs. Seek placement via ARL and consider EHR if unable to place as we are unable to treat her ocular disease in shelter. CTM while at QACC
10/13/2026
DVM Progress Exam, Brief S/O/A: -QAR, eating some. -CIRDC signs persist; eupneic, no respiratory distress noted. -OU markedly improved with significantly decreased ocular discharge/inflammation (photo uploaded to VetDocs from 10/13). -Reportedly allows some medical handling at this time, improved from prior exams. P: -Continue current CIRDC and ophthalmic treatment -Allow carprofen to discontinue tomorrow -Continue trazodone and gabapentin -Removed from ARL d/t marked improvement in eyes and improved tolerance of medical handling -DVM ophthalmic recheck in 1 week; sooner PRN for worsening clinical signs -CIRDC rechecks as scheduled
10/14/2026
Progress exam: CIRDC day 7 recheck Subjective: BAR. No C/V/D. Sniffly/ Sneezing present. AS:2 per log ate medications Objective: EYES: OS has very mild discharge, Greatly improved LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: mod. Mucopurulent discharge noted MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -Adjusted Optimune & Neopoly dex re-occurences due to showing up on list daily. -CTM, recheck as scheduled
10/19/2026
Progress exam: CIRDC recheck, completed 10 days of doxy. Subjective: BAR, no C/V/D. Sneezing present, AS:2/3 (ate chicken/bby food great) Objective: EYES: OU mild green discharge (cleaned with eye wash) LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: Mod. Mucopurulent discharge present MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC persists PLAN: Per standing orders -Start enrofloxacin 136mg PO SID x7 days (noted to crush & use orasweet, gave first dose during eye cleaning) -CTM, recheck as scheduled
10/20/2026
DVM Progress Exam, Brief S/O/A: -OU remains markedly improved with significantly decreased ocular discharge/inflammation, consistent with 10/13 examination -Reportedly allowing more medical handling at this time, notably improved from prior exams P: -Continue current CIRDC and ophthalmic treatment -Continue trazodone and gabapentin -DVM ophthalmic recheck in 1 week (10/27 last day of scheduled ophthalmic treatment; extend?); sooner PRN for worsening clinical signs -CIRDC rechecks as scheduled
10/21/2026
Progress exam: CIRDC recheck, day 3 of enro. Subjective: BAR, no C/V/D. Sneezing present Objective: EYES: OU mild discharge LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: Mild mucoserous discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -CTM, recheck as scheduled
10/22/2026
Recheck, head shaking reported, noted ocular discharge build up on rounds; noted to have not eaten meds today S/O: BAR, wiggly and active, panting excessively and resisting restraint for ear and eye cleaning, but does not escalate to aggression. Hacking, sneezing noted during handling, no v/d. EENT: OU thick mucoid film over corneas with crusted mucoid discharge OU, cherry eye OD; moderate mucoserous nasal discharge; mod-heavy brown discharge and significant pruritis AU LUNGS: Panting MSI: Amb x 4 with no notable lameness CNS: Appropriate mentation A: Otitis externa AU Conjunctivitis Cherry eye Suspect KCS CIRDC P: Slowly able to clean eyes and apply neopolydex and then (5 min later) optimmune Cleaned ears (unable to do thoroughly) and applied simplera AU Made note to give meds in HV foods CTM closely on rounds **Recommend ARL placement - patient has significant chronic diseases that are affecting her QOL. She somewhat tolerates treatments, but unable to spend the time needed to complete these treatments multiple times per day. Suspect underlying allergies that are not manageable in shelter setting. Also has CIRDC and is not reliably eating meds. Consider EHR if placement not found.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, alert barked at first but was quickly friendly and allowed handling.
Basic Information:: 6-year-old female dog, lived with previous owner for 2 months.
Previously lived with:: adults, children, and another dog
How is this dog around strangers?: alert barks but then social and outgoing.
How is this dog around children?: jumps and is aroused.
How is this dog around other dogs?: does not get along with other dogs, was tolerant only with the one she lived with.
How is this dog around cats?: no experience
Resource guarding:: no resource guarding
Bite history:: no history
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: very high
Other Notes:: pulls hard on leash, does not get along with new dogs and children. alert barks at new people.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: cherry eye
For a New Family to Know: knows "sit and stay", very affectionate loves belly rubs and cuddling. wants to be around people and have attention. goes potty outside on walks at least 3 times a day. not picky with food, eats most types and treats.
Date of intake:: 9/28/2026
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (2 months)
Previously lived with:: Adults, children, and another dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Alert barks but then social and outgoing
Behavior toward children:: jumps and is aroused
Behavior toward dogs:: tolerant of resident dog; does not get along with familiar dogs
Behavior toward cats:: unknown
Resource guarding:: none reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Inky is reported to have a very high energy level.
Other Notes:: pulls hard on leash, does not get along with new dogs and children. alert barks at new people. goes potty outside on walks at least 3 times a day.
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: mild pulling Reactivity to humans: ignores Reactivity to dogs: ignores Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): highly anxious - pants heavily, Paces, lingers in front of doors Call over: does not approach Sociability comments: does not warm up, unable to settle or focus Handling Soft handling: tense, pants heavily, tolerates contact Exuberant handling: tense, pants heavily, tolerates contact Handling comments: Arousal Jog: follows, distracted Arousal comments: Knock: no response Knock Comments: Toy: no response Toy comments:
Summary:: Inky arrived as an owner surrender and is noted to be tolerant of resident dog; does not get along with familiar dogs 10/2/26: Inky greets a novel male dog through a barrier. The novel male approaches with perked ears and a slowly wagging tail while bouncing at the fence line. As Inky approaches, her hackles raise and she begins growling and vocalizing toward the novel male. Inky then independently disengages and moves away from the interaction.
Summary (7):: 10/2/26: Inky is standing at the front of her crate heavy panting as handler approaches. She attempts to shove her way out of the crate as the handler quickly leashes her, and she is then taken to the play yard for playgroup. In the yard, she greets the other dog at the gate with her hackles raised while heavy panting. She then begins to vocalize and bark towards the dog before disengaging. Please see dog to dog notes from more details. She is able to return back to her crate with no issues. 09/30/26(BA note): Inky is standing at the front of her kennel and will allow the handler to leash her with ease. She will then be brought to the assessment room, where she will avoid the handlers and initially avoid allowing them to place a drag leash and collar on her. The handlers will be able to place the drag leash and collar once she begins eating high-value treats. She will tolerate handling while focused on the treats. She will run without becoming aroused, does not react to the knock, and will completely ignore the toy. For more information, see Behavioral Assessment.
Date of intake:: 9/28/2026
Summary:: Alert parked at first but quickly warms up and allows handling
Date of initial:: 9/28/2026
Summary:: Nervous, tense, seeks exit, flails head when touching face, tolerant of other tasks
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): due to Inky's high levels of anxiety, fearfulness, and handling/touch sensitivity we recommend a home with older respectful dog Savvy children.
Potential challenges: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful,Anxiety
Potential challenges comments:: Handling/touch sensitivity | Fearful: Inky was noted to be nervous during her medical exam and began flailing her head when her face was examined due to her medical condition. It is important to move slow with Inky and to be cautious when touching her and other areas as we do not know where she may have other sensitivities. Jimmy was awesome noted to be fearful during her handling assessment Please see handout on handling /touch sensitivity and decompression period. Anxiety: Inky has been highly anxious during her stay in care - panting heavily, pacing, seeking exit, and unable to settle or focus on her own. If she displays anxious behavior in her future home, we recommend puzzle toys, long walks, and giving her other things to focus on to alleviate her anxiety. Positive reinforcement, force-free training only should be used. Please see Handel on generalized anxiety.