Animal Profile
Bugzy
Hello, my name is Bugzy . My animal id is #79632. I am a male brown brindle dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 3 months old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 11/15/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- no time for animal.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Bugzy was placed at risk due to behavior deterioration in the shelter environment. He has been reported to display kennel frustration and snapping at handlers. Due to this behavioral concern we are recommending placement out of the shelter environment as soon as possible with an experienced dog adopter. Bugzy was diagnosed with a Heart Murmur.
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A volunteer writes: If beautiful brindle babe is your thing, we should probably meet! I'm Bugzy and I like to take my time with meeting new people. If you give me a few minutes to warm up to you, my playful, friendly personality shines. Speaking of shine, my smooth brindle coat is as lustrous as they come. Once we get to know each other, I'm happy to play games! I'm always up for Tug and I'm working on perfecting my Fetch skills. I'm 4 years old and I walk nicely on leash. I'm looking forward to really bonding with someone who wants to help me come out of my shell. I'm just a sweet brindle boy who is ready to be your best friend.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 52 lbs
11/16/2019
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4 years Microchip noted on Intake? No History: O/S Subjective: BARH. No csvd Observed Behavior - nervous, whale eye, wags tail nervously- muzzled as precaution Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled- not performed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Grade II-III heart murmur auscultated, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:MI with two descended testicles, no discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally Assessment Heart Murmur Prognosis: fair Plan: Recommend echocardiogram prior to any anesthetic procedure SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to heart murmur
11/25/2019
Start trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID for shelter anxiety
12/1/2019
Progress exam-CIRDC noted on rounds History: Intake 11/16/19-HM noted 11/25-started on trazodone for shelter anxiety Subjective: BAR. Sneezing and coughing with nasal d/c Objective EENT: Eyes clear, serous nasal d/c H/L: Normal RR/RE, sneezing and coughing MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: CIRDC Heart murmur noted on intake Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC Move to iso Start baytril 10mg/kg PO SID x14d until 12/15 Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x14d until 12/15 Rec echocardiogram with placement Continue trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID Recheck day 7
12/3/2019
Progress exam History: Intake 11/16/19-HM noted 11/25-started on trazodone for shelter anxiety 12/1-started on baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC Subjective: BAR. Sneezing. Great appetite. Hematochezia noted on rounds board. Objective EENT: Eyes clear, serous nasal d/c H/L: Normal RR/RE, sneezing MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: CIRDC Heart murmur noted on intake Hematochezia r/o stress vs secondary to CIRDC vs dietary indiscretion vs other Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC Continue baytril 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/15 Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/15 Rec echocardiogram with placement Continue trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID Recheck day 7 tx CIRDC Start metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID x7d until 12/10
12/8/2019
Progress exam History: Intake 11/16/19-HM noted 11/25-started on trazodone for shelter anxiety 12/1-started on baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC Subjective: BARH. No csvd. Eating well Eyes: Grossly appropriate OU. Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. BCS = 5/9 Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. Assessment: CIRDC- none noted Heart murmur noted on intake Hematochezia- none noted Prognosis: Good Plan: Ok to move out of ISO Continue baytril 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/15 Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/15 Rec echocardiogram with placement Continue trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID Continue metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID until 12/10
12/14/2019
Dog has gained 2 pounds since last reweigh. No concerns at this time concerning weight loss.
12/22/2019
Progress exam History: Intake 11/16/19-HM noted 11/25-started on trazodone for shelter anxiety 12/1-started on baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC 12/3: Noted diarrhea, started metronidazole 12/8: CIRDC resolved Today, 12/22: Long stay exam Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 5/9 OP: Mucous membranes pink and moist. CRT <2. Stage II dental disease. EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. 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 intact, two descended testicles, no discharge INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, no pain on palpation of epaxials NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Grade II/VI murmur -Stage II dental disease Prognosis: Good Plan: -Continue trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely -Recommend echocardiogram with placement
12/31/2019
Progress exam History Intake 11/16/19-HM noted 11/25-started on trazodone for shelter anxiety 12/1-started on baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC 12/3: Noted diarrhea, started metronidazole 12/8: CIRDC resolved Today, 12/31: Diarrhea noted on rounds. Subjective: BAR, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting. Diarrhea FS 6/7 with drops of blood reported. Objective: Cageside exam performed. Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Nasal Cavity: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. Integument: Unremarkable haircoat. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Assessment: -Diarrhea -Stage II dental disease -Grade II/VI heart murmur Prognosis: Good Plan: -Start metronidazole 15 mg/kg PO q12h x 5d until 1/4 -Start proviable 1 capsule PO q24h x 5d until 1/4 -Continue trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely -Recommend echocardiogram with placement
1/4/2020
Hx Intake 11/16/19-HM noted 11/25-started on trazodone for shelter anxiety 12/1-started on baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC 12/3: Noted diarrhea, started metronidazole 12/8: CIRDC resolved 12/31: Diarrhea noted on rounds. Started on metronidazole and proviable. Today, 1/4: Diarrhea recheck. SO: BAR, no c/s/v/d. Excellent appetite. ACS reported well formed stool on walk. Cageside exam. Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Nasal Cavity: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. Integument: Unremarkable haircoat. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. A: Diarrhea (resolved) r/o stress Stage II dental disease (not examined today) Grade II/VI heart murmur (not examined today) P: OK to d/c metronidazole 15 mg/kg PO q12h x 5d after today Ok to d/c proviable 1 capsule PO q24h x 5d after today Continue trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely Recommend echocardiogram with placement Continue to monitor diarrhea in the shelter. P has had previous issues with diarrhea. If continues to persist recommend proviable indefinitely for shelter stay
1/18/2020
Disregard
1/18/2020
Hx Intake 11/16/19-HM noted 11/25-started on trazodone for shelter anxiety 12/1-started on baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC 12/3: Noted diarrhea, started metronidazole 12/8: CIRDC resolved 12/31: Diarrhea noted on rounds. Started on metronidazole and proviable. 1/4: Diarrhea resolved Today, 1/18- Long stay exam SO: BARH, no c/s/v/d. E/d well, unremarkable elimination. P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Grade II-III HM auscultated, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Soft, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI with two descended testicles, no discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally A: Stage II dental disease (not examined today) Stage II-III HM P: CTM while at BACC Recommend echocardiogram with placement
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake Bugzy was friendly and allowed all handling. He had a wiggly body. Counselor was able to collar, pet and take a photo.
Date of Intake: 11/15/2019
Spay/Neuter Status: Not Applicable
Basic Information:: Bugzy is approx. 4 1/2 years old. He is a medium size large mixed breed unaltered dog. He was surrendered to BACC due to the owner not having time.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Owner stated Bugzy is friendly and outgoing towards strangers.
How is this dog around children?: Has not lived with children so it is unknown of the behavior.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Owner stated Bugzy does not get along with other dogs. He will growl when around them.
How is this dog around cats?: Owner stated stated Bugzy does not like cats. He will try to attack them.
Resource guarding:: Owner stated Bugzy resource guards his food and toys. Owner stated is unknown of what he will do if you take it away away.
Bite history:: none
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: High/ Medium
Other Notes:: Owner stated he does not like to be disturb while sleeping. He will growl. He also is afraid of being groomed but is not bothered with his nailed being trimmed. He barks or growls if any unfamiliar approaches the yard or family member.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Owner stated Bugzy is affectionate, playful, pushy, excitable and anxious dog. When your home he likes to follow you around and be in the same room as you. He likes to play with balls, stuffed and squeaky toys and chew bones. He also like to play tug and wrestling. He is mostly indoors. He sleeps in a bed or couch. He eats both wet and dry food (hill science diet Brand), 1 full bowl per day. He also likes to eat milkbones and bully sticks. He is house trained and he goes or grass, cement and dirt. He barks an whine when left alone in the home. He has never been left in the yard. He has been crate trained but does not do well. He knows ques such as sit, stay and give paw. He likes to brisk walks on leash.
Date of intake:: 11/15/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: Friendly, outgoing
Behavior toward strangers:: Unknown
Behavior toward children:: Unknown
Behavior toward dogs:: Growls
Behavior toward cats:: Aggressive
Resource guarding:: Snaps if food or toys are touched
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Affectionate, playful, excitable with a medium to high energy level
Other Notes:: Bugsy will growl when disturbed while sleeping
Date of assessment:: 11/19/2019
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild to moderate Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Moderately social Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Accepts contact, neutral Exuberant handling: Accepts contact, neutral Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows, loose Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: No response Toy Toy comments: Firm grip, stiffens upon approach
Summary:: Here at the Care Center, Bugzy is uncomfortable when introduced to novel dogs. He is initially conflicted when greeting a playful novel female, but as he attends further playgroup sessions he displays reactive behaviors - hard barking, growling, and muzzle punching the gate. According to Bugzy's previous owner, he growls at other dogs. The Behavior Department recommends that Bugzy be placed in a home with no other dogs until his behavior towards other dogs can be further addressed once he has adequate time to decompress from the shelter environment. The Behavior Department recommends reward-based, force-free training only to desensitize and counter-condition Bugzy using toys or treats to help him associate other dogs with positive experiences. 11/16: When off leash at the Care Centers, Bugzy tucks his tail and lowers his body when greeting the novel female dog. When the greeter's tail hits his face, he jumps back with his ears pinned back. After exploring the area for several minutes, Bugzy becomes slightly comfortable to reapproach the greeter. He offers conflicting behavior- play bows with pinned back ears and grumbles. He listens to the interruptions and walks away. 11/17-20: Bugzy ignores a novel female today as he keeps to himself as he wanders the pens. 12/12: Bugzy returns to playgroup after returning from foster and recovering from CIRDC. He is introduced to a novel female dog and is immediately reactive - hard barking, muzzle punching the gate, and growling. Due to the female's inexperience, an off-leash interaction is not conducted.
Date of intake:: 11/15/2019
Summary:: Friendly, allowed all handling, wiggly
Date of initial:: 11/16/2019
Summary:: Whale eyed, nervous
ENERGY LEVEL:: Bugzy is reported to have a medium to high energy level in his previous home environment; we recommend daily mental and physical stimulation as a way to direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 12/28: Bugzy was easily removed from his kennel and taken on a walk. Upon returning to his kennel, Bugzy entered his kennel without hesitation. Once in, Bugzy turned and lunged at handler's rope. He then continued lunging, following the handler's hand up until the kennel was locked. He was moved to room 9 as a precaution. 12/7: When the dog behind Bugzy lifted the transfer door that separates them, Bugzy greeted him with a soft posture. The other dog was removed without an issue. 11/22/19: Bugzy was taken to the assessment room for socialization. Once in the room, he engaged in play and solicited attention after a few minutes.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No cats,Single-pet home,Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Bugzy's reported resource guarding concerns combined with his potential for defensive aggression, we feel as though he may be best set up to succeed in an adult only home environment. No cats: Bugzy is reported to be aggressive towards cats, for this reason, we advise against a home with cats or smaller animals. Single-Pet/No dog Parks: Due to the concerning behaviors that Bugzy has shown during playgroup (see DOG-DOG BEHAVIOR SUMMARY) in addition to concerns noted in the previous home, we feel that Bugzy should not visit dog parks and be the only resident dog. The Behavior Department recommends that he be socialized in a more controlled setting until his behavior towards other dogs can be further addressed. Reward-based, force-free training can be utilized to help Bugzy associate dogs with things he enjoys like toys or treats.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Potential challenges comments:: Bugzy is reported to growl when disturbed when sleeping, please see handout on Fearful and Defensive Aggression should future concerns arise in a new home environment. Bugzy is reported by his previous owner to snap when his food or toys are approached; in the care center, Bugzy has stiffened when approached with toy items. Please see handout on Resource guarding.