Animal Profile

Brooklyn Billy is in need of emergency placement due to medical and behavioral concerns. Brooklyn Billy has not acclimated well to the shelter environment and is not allowing for any form of interaction, escalating to snapping, thrashing, and attempting to bite handlers. Medically, Brooklyn Billy has been diagnosed with CIRDC (which usually clears up with antibiotics), dental disease, a heart murmur, suspected conjunctivitis, and alopecia on his dorsum.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Due to the detailed behavior issues, this animal is only available for foster/adoption through one of ACC's New Hope Partners. If you are interested in adopting or fostering, please fill out the pre-screener form. This animal is not directly available for adoption through ACC and is only available by completing the pre-screener form.Adoption inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Brooklyn Billy is in need of emergency placement due to medical and behavioral concerns. Brooklyn Billy has not acclimated well to the shelter environment and is not allowing for any form of interaction, escalating to snapping, thrashing, and attempting to bite handlers. Medically, Brooklyn Billy has been diagnosed with CIRDC (which usually clears up with antibiotics), dental disease, a heart murmur, suspected conjunctivitis, and alopecia on his dorsum. Brooklyn Billy was surrendered to BACC due to his owners no longer being able to care for him. He has been intensely fearful at the care center and has escalated to snapping at and attempting to bite staff several times, allowing minimal handling. As a result, we recommend he be placed with an experienced, adult-only foster or adopter home through one of our New Hope partners where he can take the time and space he needs to decompress.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 12.2 lbs

Vet Notes

9/9/2023

Start trazodone 5 mg/kg PO BID for FAS in shelter; estimated weight 12lbs - adjust dose PRN when weighed at intake

9/15/2023

DVM Intake Estimated age: 10 years Microchip noted on Intake? Yes History: Owner surrender Subjective: BARH, no coughing/vomiting/diarrhea. Sneezing throughout exam Observed behavior: Whale eye, snapping at handlers, tucked tail. Able to muzzle for exam though patient periodically becomes agitated and starts trying to escape/bite--does better when going slowly, giving breaks Evidence of cruelty seen: No Evidence of trauma seen: No Evidence of neglect seen: No Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 4/9 OP: Muzzled, stage IV dental disease present on incisors EENT: Marked crusted discharge OU, difficult to visualize corneas. Ears clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. Mild mucoserous discharge from nares PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: Grade II heart murmur, no arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: male castrated, no discharge INT: Rough hair coat with area of alopecia/hypotrichosis on dorsal thorax. Skin appears mildly dry with no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, mild discomfort on palpation of epaxials NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -CIRDC -Stage IV dental disease -Suspect KCS/conjunctivitis -Grade II heart murmur -Alopecia/hypotrichosis on dorsum (r/o secondary to harness) Prognosis: Fair to guarded Plan: -Unable to clean eyes/remove discharge--patient became markedly agitated, crying, thrashing. -Start doxycycline 10 mg/kg PO q24h x 10d until 9/25 -Recommend IM consult with placement for heart murmur, dental cleaning, KCS workup Surgery: Neutered

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 4. Orange

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake Brooklyn arrived in a carrier with a harness and leash on. He growled at his owner when she tried to remove him. He was able to walk out on his own and his previous owner handed the leash over to staff since she was not able to handle Brooklyn. Brooklyn harness was not removed due to Brooklyn growling at staff. He allowed staff to scan for MC. Brooklyn accepted treats from staff but didn't allow staff to pet him or pick him. Staff attempted to collar and Brooklyn became stiff and growled. Brooklyn was placed into the bottom kennel and coaxed with treats. Staff attempted to remove the temp leash with a hook and Brooklyn lunged at the hook. During transport Brooklyn attempted to bite staff when he was picked up and placed into truck. Brooklyn was unsuccessful in biting staff since a blanket was used as a barrier.

Date of Intake: 9/7/2023

Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered

Basic Information:: Brooklyn is an approx. 14 yr old, neutered male SMB. Brooklyn lived with his previous owner since he was 2 yrs old. Brooklyn

Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 1 SMB

How is this dog around strangers?: Noted to hard bark and growl.

How is this dog around children?: no experience

How is this dog around other dogs?: He is noted to be friendly and playful with the other male, SMB he lived with. He is noted to be shy and contact unfamiliar dogs on his own terms.

How is this dog around cats?: Lived with 2 DSH and is noted to be tolerant, shy, contact on own terms and avoid.

Resource guarding:: Noted to guard food

Bite history:: has bitten owners sister when he was younger. Client could not remember specifics. It was 12 yrs ago.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: low

Other Notes:: Brooklyn is housetrained and rarely has accidents. He has general anxiety, and is anxious when left alone. Brooklyn is not bothered by outside distractions during walks. He is noted to growl when held or restrained. He is noted to growl when disturbed or startled. He has never been pushed or pulled off of furniture. He is fearful when his paws are touched. He is fearful when his collar if grabbed or touched and may snap.

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: Brooklyn is a fearful, quiet and prefers contact on his own terms. He spent most of his day in the kitchen/ doggy door. He allowed his previous owner to give baths ,brush, he went to the groomers. Brooklyn does not pull on a leash and was walked twice day for 30 mins. He is crate trained. He has never been on car ride. He doesn't play with toys but enjoys all snacks.

Date of intake:: 9/7/2023

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender

Previously lived with:: 1 adult

Date of assessment:: 9/8/2023

Summary:: Brooklyn Billy has been intensely fearful in the care center and has escalated to growling, snapping, and attempting to bite several times while in care. Out of concern for his stress, he is not eligible for a handling assessment at this time.

Summary:: Due to operation limitations, dog-to-dog introductions are postponed.

Summary (2):: 09/10/23 When the handler approaches the kennel, Brooklyn is lying down. The handler unlocks the kennel and Brooklyn rises. The handler leashes Brooklyn and Brooklyn comes forward. They proceed to the assessment room. While walking over, Brooklyn seems a bit lethargic, stumbling and also walking into things. Upon arriving in the assessment room, Brooklyn remains by the door, pacing back and forth. The handler sits away from Brooklyn, using a squeaker to get his attention. He comes over but spins away back towards the door. The next time he approaches, he allows the handler to touch his back. The handler attempts to collar him as well, being that he hasn't had one. Brooklyn continues to pace back and forth as the handler attempts. Finally, the handler is able to get the collar on and pulls away before Brooklyn snaps at them. Brooklyn snaps again at the handler bumping into their leg as he was pacing back and forth. When attempting to remove the slip lead, Brooklyn snaps again. The handler returns Brooklyn back to his kennel where he is picked up with a towel and placed inside. The handler then retrieves a hook in order to remove the slip lead. Brooklyn bites the hook and thrashes, all before the slip lead is removed. 09/09/23 When the handler approaches the kennel, Brooklyn is pacing in his kennel. Brooklyn also barks up at the ceiling. The handler unlocks the kennel and tosses the leash onto Brooklyn. When the loop touches him, he thrashes and snaps at the rope. Once the loop is around his neck, Brooklyn darts out of his kennel. They proceed outside for a walk. Brooklyn displays a stiff body while walking quickly. Every time the handler gets close to him, he becomes stiffer, not allowing any touch. They walk for a few more minutes and the handler returns him back to the facility. Brooklyn enters the building just fine and is picked up with a blanket in order to put him in his kennel. When picked up, Brooklyn begins to thrash. Brooklyn is placed in the kennel. 9/8/23: Brooklyn Billy was brought into the canine behavior office to conduct a handling assessment. He is tense and fearful, panting heavily and avoiding staff. Brooklyn Billy tolerates some touch but is quick to escalate to snapping and attempting to bite when made uncomfortable. A metal hook is used to remove Brooklyn's harness and Brooklyn Billy snaps at it repeatedly. He is left on the leash but allowed to walk where he chooses, Brooklyn Billy stands at the door, pacing and panting heavily. He does not respond to treats or handlers' attempts to engage. Brooklyn Billy is returned to the kennel. A blanket is used to lift him up into the kennel and a metal hook is used to remove the leash.

Date of intake:: 9/7/2023

Summary:: growled, attempted to bite when picked up

Date of initial:: 9/15/2023

Summary:: Whale eye, snapping at handlers, tucked tail

ENERGY LEVEL:: We have limited history on Brooklyn Billy so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. However, he 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.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

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

Recommendations comments:: NO CHILDREN: Due to Brooklyn Billy's potential for defensive aggression, we recommend he be placed in an adult-only home. NEW HOPE ONLY: Due to Brooklyn Billy's fearfulness and potential for defensive aggression, we recommend he be placed in an experience foster or adopter home through one of our New Hope partners.

Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression

Potential challenges comments:: FEARFUL/ POTENTIAL FOR DEFENSIVE AGGRESSION: Brooklyn Billy has escalated to growling and attempting to bite on multiple occasions both at intake and during his time in the care center. His signs of discomfort must be respected; Brooklyn Billy should never be forced to interact, he should always be given the opportunity to walk away from situations or people he finds uncomfortable. We recommend a slow approach and we recommend ONLY force-free, reward-based training methods for Brooklyn Billy. More aversive techniques are likely to increase fear, increase the risk of aggression, and decrease Brooklyn Billy's quality of life.