Animal Profile
Rihanna
Hello, my name is Rihanna. My animal id is #45385. I am a female brown brindle dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 months 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 11/3/2018, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour - barks too much.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Rihanna is at risk for behavior, Due to the fearful behavior Rhianna is described to have towards strangers, as well as the behavior she has displayed at the care center of lunging at and hard barking at them, we recommend she be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. There are no medical concerns at this time.
Rihanna is at risk for medical and behavior, she was diagnosed with canine infectious respiratory disease complex which will require rest and in home care. Behaviorally, she is fearful in the care center environment reacting to novel people.
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My medical notes are...
Weight: 45.6 lbs
10/26/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 years Microchip noted on Intake? Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : Owner surrender Subjective: BAR hydr wnl Observed Behavior - Exam done with behavior Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - None observd Objective T = NE P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted reverse sneeze Oral Exam: NE muzzled PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: No obv s/n tattoo or scar palpated but small vulva MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, mod pododermatitis x4 CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: pododermatitis reverse sneezing Prognosis: good Plan: noCepahlexin 500 mg 1 po bid x 10 days will require sedation to definitively spayed SURGERY: Okay for surgery in house as may be spayed which could not be determined at intake exam
10/28/2018
S/O - pt very timid, anxious, trembling A - Anxious P - Trazadone 5 mg/kg BID for 14 days
10/31/2018
S/O pt BAR EENT – clear serous/mucoid nasal dis-charge, no ocular discharge, mild nasal congestion, intermittent sneezing Assessment - Suspected CIRDC “typical kennel cough” Plan - + Move to isolation + Enrofloxacin 10 mg/kg SID for 14 days + 10mg/kg doxycycline PO SID for 14 days + 2 mg/kg cerenia PO SID for 4 days + Proviable x 5 days SID PO + Recheck in 7 days for resolvement and return to general population PROGNOSIS EXCELLENT
11/7/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2y Microchip noted on Intake? yes MC number: 981020017099316 History : return based on behavior Subjective: BARH, normal appetite, normal defecation Observed Behavior - scared, will get defensive when reaching forward Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective T = uto P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted, OU chemosis and mild conjunctivitis, few coughs and sneezes during assessment Oral Exam: incisors unremarkable, UTO remainder due to muzzle PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: spayed female. no urgency or discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: visually normal Assessment CIRDC Prognosis: good Plan: continue with previously described CIRDC treatment plan 1619
11/7/2018
[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Upper Respiratory Illness] Your newly adopted animal is in treatment for an C.I.R.D.C. The veterinarian is temporarily waiving this animal from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY until such time as the illness has resolved and the pet has sufficiently recovered. At that time, this animal must come into compliance with the spay/neuter requirements.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake Rihanna allowed most handling. When first approached Rihanna hard barked and became very tense with dilated eyes. Once ignored Rihanna became more relaxed as the counselor spoke to the owner. Rihanna was offered a treat and she quickly became more relaxed with a loose body and wagging tail. She allowed being collared and leashed with the help of the owner. As Rihanna walked along side of the owner and counselor she then walked nicely on the leash with the counselor after the owner left. When approaching the staff member Rihanna hard barked at the staff member but once reassured she became more relaxed and walked nicely on the leash again.
Date of Intake: 11/3/2018
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Rihanna came in as an owner surrender due to Rihanna’s behavior towards family members.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Rihanna is reportedly wary of strangers. She is more friendly with strangers when they approach while she is on a walk with her owner. It can take days for her to warm up to a new person. She tends to bark at strangers or ignore them if she is more calm. When she plays with adults, she plays exuberantly.
How is this dog around children?: Rihanna has been around children (4 years old). She is reportedly very excitable and likes to play exuberantly with them.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Rihanna has spent time outside of the home with large and small dogs. She reportedly enjoys being around dogs and is plays very excitedly.
How is this dog around cats?: Rihanna has not been around cats.
Resource guarding:: Rihanna is not bothered if her food, treats, or toys are touched. She is reportedly possessive over her owners and does not let strangers around her owners.
Bite history:: Rihanna has never bitten another animal or person.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: High
Other Notes:: Rihanna is anxious when left alone. She is not bothered when pushed or pulled off of furniture, when held or restrained, when disturbed while sleeping or resting, or when her paws are touched. She did not allow the owner to trim her nails as she would pull her paws away quickly. She does not like baths and will jump out of the tub. The owner was able to bathe her with an outdoor sprinkler. Rihanna will bark if she hears her owner in the hallway, but not if she hears a strangers. She will bark at strangers when they approach her owner or the owner's family.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Rihanna went to the veterinarian in 2017 for a stomach issue which resulted in her being dispensed antibiotics and a special diet food.
For a New Family to Know: Rihanna is described as affectionate, playful, and excitable. She likes to follow her owner around when they are home. She likes to play with stuffed animals, balls, and big ropes. She will play tug of war. She has been kept indoors only. She ate wet and dry food, usually Pedigree brand. She had three meals a day. She likes Milkbones as treats. She is mostly house-trained and will only have accidents if she is not walked often enough. Lately, these accidents have happened every other day. She will use the bathroom on any surface outside. When left home alone, she is anxious. She may scratch at the door. She will bark when she hears her owner in the hallway and may sprint out into the hallway when the door is opened. She has not been crate trained, but she will go into the crate when she is left alone. She knows the command sit. She is used to walks on the leash and playing in dog parks for exercise. She will pull on the leash to leave the building for her walk, but will not pull when she starts her actual walk. She has not been walked off leash and has never been left outside alone. Rihanna's favorite thing to do is be right by her owner. Her owner's favorite things about her is how much she likes to play.
Date of intake:: 10/24/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 2 years)
Previously lived with:: Adults
Behavior toward strangers:: Barks at them or ignores them, takes days for her to warm up
Behavior toward children:: Excitable with a 4 year old she knew
Behavior toward dogs:: Playful
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Rihanna is described as affectionate, playful, and excitable with a high level of activity.
Other Notes:: Barks at strangers who approach her owners
Date of assessment:: 10/28/2018
Summary:: Rihanna lunges and barks at people at the care center. While she has warmed up to select handlers, with most she hard barks and lunges. Out of concern for her stress levels and due to safety concerns, she is not a good candidate for a handling assessment at this time.
Summary:: The previous owner of Rihanna cites her behavior around other dogs as "playful". When introduced to the helper dog on leash, she displays a soft body, playful bows, and spins. Slow introductions are recommended between Rihanna and respectful dogs.
Date of intake:: 10/24/2018
Summary:: Lunging, barking, growling. Did not allow handling. Snapped once
ENERGY LEVEL:: Rihanna is described as having a high level of activity. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Rihanna has remained fearful and uncomfortable with most handling while at the care Center. She has, however, warmed up siginificantly to select handlers with repeated slow introductions. With these select handlers her behavior has gone from barking with tense body, ears back and pupils dilated, to more relaxed with loose wiggly body and allowing all handling. She will still bark at other handlers she sees on leash, but can be distracted by familiar handlers.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: NEW HOPE ONLY
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: Place with a New Hope partner: Due to the fearful behavior Rhianna is described to have towards strangers, as well as the behavior she has displayed at the care center of lunging at and hard barking at them, the behavior department recommends she be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Rhianna to acclimate comfortably to her new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Rhianna to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Rhianna presents with outside of the care centers.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Rhianna is reported to bark at new people. At the care center, she has displayed this behavior as well as growling and snapping during intake. She has warmed up to select handlers, but with others she continues to hard bark and maintain distance. Guidance from a professional trainer/behaviorist is recommended to assess behavior after decompression in a new home environment. Force-free, reward based training is advised when introducing or exposing Rhianna to new and unfamiliar situations.