Animal Profile
Blue
Hello, my name is Blue. My animal id is #70494. I am a desexed male charcoal dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 5 months old.
I came into the shelter as a returns on 11/18/2019.
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Blue was placed at risk due to behavioral concerns; Due to the severity of Blue's resource guarding combined with his reported bite history, we feel as though he may be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner. Blue has been observed to escalate rapidly to growling, lunging and snapping when approached while engaged with high-value items (food or toys). Force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing or exposing Blue to new and unfamiliar situations. Safe and appropriate management is highly advised. Blue was diagnosed with Lameness left and right hind.
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A staff member writes: Blue is a one of a kind dog! He is a puppy in an adult body. He loves to play with toys and will bring them over to you with such glee. He likes to lean his body weight onto you so that you know how much love he has to offer. He lays down for belly rubs and loves attention. I know he has so much potential! He is very treat and toy motivated. Whenever I'm with Blue we have the best time! With a little guidance this boy will shine.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 62 lbs
7/28/2019
DVM Intake Estimated age: 3 years Microchip noted on Intake? No History: Owner surrender Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Observed behavior: Loose body language, licking, wagging tail. Some whale eye for exam. Evidence of cruelty seen: No Evidence of trauma seen: No 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: No murmurs or 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 pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. Mild hair loss on medial aspect of hind legs, appears to be scarring from old wounds. MS: Ambulatory x4, no pain on palpation of epaxials NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Stage II dental disease Prognosis: Good Plan: -Recommend dental cleaning with placement Surgery: Okay for surgery
8/6/2019
[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Upper Respiratory Illness] Your newly adopted animal is in treatment for an upper respiratory illness. 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.
8/6/2019
Hx: 7/28 intake, dental disease SO: BAR, NPO for surgery, unremarkable elimination. Very energetic, hard to evaluate. No scvd noted EENT: Eyes clear OU, no ocular discharge. Ears clear. Mild mucoid nasal discharge present H/L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE Neuro: A&A MSI: Ambulatory x4. Full and healthy coat Abd: palpation normal A: CIRDC Dental disease P: Enrofloxacin 10mg/kg PO SID for 14 days Doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID for 14 days Rec dental with placement Move to ISO recheck d7
8/12/2019
Hx: 7/28 intake dental disease. 8/6 CIRDC treated with baytril and doxy SO: BAR, good appetite, unremarkable elimination Serous nasal discharge present H/L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE Neuro: A&A MSI: Ambulatory x4 Abd: visually normal A: CIRDC Dentla disease P: Enrofloxacin 10mg/kg PO SID until 8/19 Doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 8/19 Rec dental with placement recheck d10
8/15/2019
Hx: 7/28 intake dental disease. 8/6 CIRDC treated with baytril and doxy 8/15 day 10 recheck SO: BARH. E/d well, no s/v/d noted. Coughing when interacted with. Serous nasal discharge present H/L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE Neuro: A&A MSI: Ambulatory x4 Abd: visually normal A: CIRDC Dental disease P: Continue Enrofloxacin 10mg/kg PO SID until 8/19 Continue Doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 8/19 Recheck day 14
8/18/2019
Progress exam-recheck CIRDC History : Intake 7/28/19-dental disease 8/6-started on doxycycline and baytril for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) Subjective: BAR. Cage exam. No csvd. Great appetite. Ok to move out of iso. Objective EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Dental disease Prognosis: Excellent Plan: CTM while at BACC Ok to move out of iso Rec dental with placment Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 8/19 Continue baytril 10mg/kg PO SID until 8/19
8/20/2019
PreOp Exam Hx: 7/28 intake, dental disease 8/6 CIRDC started on doxy and baytril. Resolved on 8/18 SO: BARH, NPO for surgery, unremarkable eliminations EENT: eyes clear, ears AU mild debris and frequent head shakes, no cough, sneeze or discharge noted on exam Oral: stage 2 dental disease H/L: Eupneic, no irregular beats, normal heart and lung sounds MSI and Abd palp unremarkable Male intact 2 testicles soft and symmetric A: dental disease otitis externa - mild P: Ok to elective surgery Clean ears and otipack Au once when sedated Rec dental with placement
8/20/2019
[Pre Medication] Dexdomitor: 0.53 CC IM Ketamine: 0.53 CC IM Hydromorphone: 0.3 cc IM [Gas Maintenance] Isoflorane %: 1% [NSAID] Carprofen: 2.3 CC SQ [Reversal Agent] Antisedan: 2.7 CC SQ [Other Meds] Cerenia: 2.7 CC SQ [Fluids] Rate: 260 CC/ML Total: 125 CC Surgeon: 1619
8/20/2019
[Dog Neuter] Was this dog a cryptorchid? No, 2 testicles palpated Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 2-0PDS with 2 millers knot ligatures Sub Q closure: 2-0PDS in a subcutaneous to intradermal skin closure patter Skin closure? Yes, intradermal closure with 2-0 PDS
8/26/2019
History 7/28/19 os intake: stage II ddz 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU S/O: Diarrhea noted multiple times by ACS, reportedly "severe". BAR, active at front of kennel, eating well, no vomit. EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal discharge noted H/L: No coughing/sneezing, eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort ABD: No obvious distention MSI: Ambulatory x 4, healthy hair coat, no notable lameness CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Diarrhea Dental disease Otitis - treated 8/20 P: Start metronidazole 15 mg/kg PO BID for 5 days until 8/31 Start Proviable 1 cap PO SID x 5 days until 8/31 CTM while at BACC
8/28/2019
Per canine behavior, start trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID for shelter anxiety
8/31/2019
History 7/28/19 os intake: stage II ddz 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: Multiple episodes of diarrhea noted- started on metronidazole and proviable 8/31- recheck diarrhea S: BAR. No csvd. 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. A: Dental disease P: CTM while at BACC
9/18/2019
Progress exam History: 7/28/19 os intake: stage II ddz 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: Multiple episodes of diarrhea noted- started on metronidazole and proviable 8/31: Diarrhea resolved Today, 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence Subjective: BAR, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting. Large amt soft stool noted in kennel, FS 5/7 Objective: Cageside exam performed. Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. Integument: Unremarkable haircoat. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Assessment: -Dental disease -Chronic diarrhea (suspect due to stress) Prognosis: Fair Plan: -Start proviable 1 capsule PO q24h indefinitely
10/7/2019
Progress exam History: 7/28/19 os intake: stage II ddz 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: Multiple episodes of diarrhea noted- started on metronidazole and proviable 8/31: Diarrhea resolved 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely Today, 10/7: Progress exam Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea. Hyperactive. Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 5/9 OP: Mucous membranes pink and moist. CRT <2. EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: male castrated, 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: -Stage II dental disease -Chronic diarrhea (none noted today) Prognosis: Fair Plan: -Recommend dental cleaning with placement +/- abdominal ultrasound if diarrhea persists -Continue trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely -Continue proviable 1 capsule PO q24h indefinitely
10/13/2019
Progress exam-sudden lameness noted History: 7/28/19 os intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely Subjective: BARH. After being outside ntoed to have sudden "ataxia" which appears to be HL lameness with RHL>LHL. Ortho exam very difficult due to energy level-will perform sedated exam tomorrow. Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral lesions PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4 with wobbly HLs and bowed gait, RHL appears to be worse than LHL, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Dental disease Sudden HL lameness-suspect cruciate vs other Hx chronic diarrhea-none noted today Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC Continue trazodone 150mg PO BID Continue proviable 1 cap PO SID Scheduled sedated rads and ortho exam tomorrow Rec dental with placement Short harness walks only
10/14/2019
On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO Start rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID longterm until placed, recommend surgical consult for cruciate tears. Short harness walks only
10/15/2019
Progress exam-possibly ate rope toy History: 7/28/19 os intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely 10/13-sudden lameness noted, short harness walks only 10/14-started on rimdayl On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO Subjective: BARH. Behavior team gave a rope toy for enrichment and when they returned it was missing from the kennel. Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4 with bowed gait, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, slight muscle wasting on the left HL CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Possibly ate rope toy Dental disease Sudden HL lameness-suspect cruciate vs other Hx chronic diarrhea-none noted today Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC Continue trazodone 150mg PO BID Continue proviable 1 cap PO SID Continue rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID Rec dental with placement Short harness walks only Sedate with dexdomitor 10mcg/kg + butorphanol 0.2mg/kg IV for AXR, full reversal AXR-large amount of ingesta in stomach, foreign material noted but unclear if it is the rope toy. Recommend transfer to VEG for scope +/- gastrotomy
10/16/2019
History: Ate rope toy last night and was transferred to VEG for treatment/monitoring. Vomiting was induced and he vomited up the entire rope toy. Returned to shelter today. S/O: BARH, active, pulling on lead, resists restraint, but allows exam. EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal discharge noted Oral: mm pink, CRT <2 H/L: No coughing/sneezing, eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no lameness noted at time of exam, healthy hair coat, no notable lameness CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Dental disease Acute HL lameness, not appreciated today P: CTM while at BACC, monitor appetite and v/d
10/18/2019
Hx: 7/28/19 os intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely 10/13-sudden lameness noted, short harness walks only 10/14-started on rimdayl On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO 10/15- Ate rope toy and was transported to emergency facility. Vomiting induced (vomited entire rope toy) 10/16- RTS, no abnormalities noted on PE 10/17- Progress exam SO: BAR, no c/s/v/d. Excellent appetite. Comes to greet at the front of kennel. EENT: No ocular/nasal discharge. Ears clear of debris/cerumen. H/L: No coughing/sneezing, eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, no distention appreciated. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, bowed gait with mild muscle wasting appreciated of LHL. No lameness noted at this time, walking appropriately, no evidence of pain. Healthy hair coat, no notable lameness CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Dental disease (not examined today) Acute LHL lameness (none appreciated today) r/o sprain vs strain vs OA vs cruciate tear vs other P: CTM while at BACC Recommend orthopedic consult with placement. At this time no lameness appreciated and no evidence of pain. P is on NSAID which may contribute to this. Difficult to assess at this time if it is a full cruciate tear vs partial vs meniscal injury vs other. If partial tear vs meniscal injury medical management may be an option. Continue trazodone 150mg PO BID indefinitely Continue proviable 1 cap PO SID indefinitely Continue rimadyl 4.4mg/kg PO SID indefinitely
11/18/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 years Microchip noted on Intake? positive History: return 7/28/19 os original intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely 10/13-sudden lameness noted, short harness walks only 10/14-started on rimadyl On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO 10/15-swallowed rope toy. Sent to VEG, vomiting induced and he vomited entire rope toy. AXR-large amount of ingesta in stomach, foreign material noted but unclear if it is the rope toy. Recommend transfer to VEG for scope +/- gastrotomy Subjective: BARH. Observed Behavior -body loose, soft, wagging tail but very energetic and difficult to handle. Muzzled for still very wiggly and alligator rolling 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 PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4 no lameness noted but unable to do full ortho exam, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Hx HL lameness suspect bilateral cruciate tears Previous (healed) L FHO suspected on rads with remodeling of acetabulum Hx chronic intermittent diarrhea Dental disease Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC Rec ortho consult for suspect cruciate tears Re-start trazodone 150mg PO BID for shelter anxiety Re-start carprofen 4.4mg/kg PO SID for HL lameness Re-start proviable 1 cap PO SID for chronic intermittent diarrhea
12/4/2019
Progress exam History: 7/28/19 os original intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely 10/13-sudden lameness noted, short harness walks only 10/14-started on rimadyl On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO 10/15-swallowed rope toy. Sent to VEG, vomiting induced and he vomited entire rope toy. AXR-large amount of ingesta in stomach, foreign material noted but unclear if it is the rope toy. Recommend transfer to VEG for scope +/- gastrotomy 11/18/19-return Subjective: BAR. No csvd. Objective BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4 no lameness noted but cage exam only, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Hx HL lameness suspect bilateral cruciate tears Previous (healed) L FHO suspected on rads with remodeling of acetabulum Hx chronic intermittent diarrhea Dental disease Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC Rec ortho consult for suspect cruciate tears Continue trazodone 150mg PO BID for shelter anxiety Continue carprofen 4.4mg/kg PO SID for HL lameness Continue proviable 1 cap PO SID for chronic intermittent diarrhea Hc signed, ok to travel
12/7/2019
Progress exam History: 7/28/19 os original intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely 10/13-sudden lameness noted, short harness walks only 10/14-started on rimadyl On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO 10/15-swallowed rope toy. Sent to VEG, vomiting induced and he vomited entire rope toy. AXR-large amount of ingesta in stomach, foreign material noted but unclear if it is the rope toy. Recommend transfer to VEG for scope +/- gastrotomy 11/18/19-return 12/4- HC signed 12/7- Progress exam, long stay Subjective: BAR. No csvd. E/d well, no elimination concerns. Objective BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4 no lameness noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Hx HL lameness suspect bilateral cruciate tears Previous (healed) L FHO suspected on rads with remodeling of acetabulum Hx chronic intermittent diarrhea Dental disease Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC Rec ortho consult for suspect cruciate tears Continue trazodone 150mg PO BID for shelter anxiety Continue carprofen 4.4mg/kg PO SID for HL lameness Continue proviable 1 cap PO SID for chronic intermittent diarrhea
12/18/2019
Returned from surgery with following medications, entered into Shelter Buddy. Will get full exam tomorrow. Cephalexin 500mg PO BID x14d Gabapentin 300mg PO BID x14d Rimadyl 50mg PO BID x3w then SID x3w Tramadol 50mg PO BID x14d Trazodone 100mg PO BID
12/18/2019
Progress exam History: History: 7/28/19 os original intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely 10/13-sudden lameness noted, short harness walks only 10/14-started on rimadyl On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO 10/15-swallowed rope toy. Sent to VEG, vomiting induced and he vomited entire rope toy. AXR-large amount of ingesta in stomach, foreign material noted but unclear if it is the rope toy. Recommend transfer to VEG for scope +/- gastrotomy 11/18/19-return 12/4- HC signed 12/7- Progress exam, long stay Today, 12/18: FHO performed at outside veterinary clinic Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea. Excellent appetite. Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 5/9 OP: Mucous membranes pink and moist. CRT <2. EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: male neutered, no discharge INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x3, toe touching lame on LH limb. Moderate swelling around limb, incision clean/dry/intact. Allows handling and gentle palpation of area. NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Post-op FHO -Suspect bilateral cruciate tears -Hx chronic intermittent diarrhea -Dental disease Prognosis: Good Plan: -CTM while at BACC -Rec ortho consult for suspect cruciate tears -Continue trazodone 150mg PO BID for shelter anxiety -Continue carprofen 4.4mg/kg PO SID until 1/7 -Continue proviable 1 cap PO SID for chronic intermittent diarrhea -Continue cephalexin 500 mg PO q12h until 12/25 -Continue gabapentin 300 mg PO q12h until 12/31 -Continue tramadol 50 mg PO q12h until 12/31 -Medical walks only, keep transfer door closed -Recheck in 7 days
12/24/2019
Progress exam History: History: 7/28/19 os original intake: stage 2 dental disease 8/6: started baytril and doxycycline for CIRDC (resolved 8/18) 8/20: Neutered, otitis noted - ears cleaned, otipak applied AU 8/26: started on metronidazole and proviable for diarrhea (resolved 8/31) 8/28-started trazodone for shelter anxiety 9/18: Diarrhea recurrence, started on proviable indefinitely 10/13-sudden lameness noted, short harness walks only 10/14-started on rimadyl On sedated ortho exam positive thrust and drawer was noted in both stifles with clicking of the joint. The left hip clicks when manipulated. The left thigh has muscle wasting compared to the right. 2 view pelvic/HL rads-absent left femoral head with flattening of the acetabulum, suspect previous (healed) FHO 10/15-swallowed rope toy. Sent to VEG, vomiting induced and he vomited entire rope toy. AXR-large amount of ingesta in stomach, foreign material noted but unclear if it is the rope toy. Recommend transfer to VEG for scope +/- gastrotomy 11/18/19-return 12/4- HC signed 12/7- Progress exam, long stay 12/18- FHO performed at outside veterinary clinic. Started carprofen, cephalexin, gabapentin, tramadol, medical walks only. Transfer door closed to limit movement Today, 12/24: Recheck post-op FHO Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea. Excellent appetite. Will turn and attempt to bite sling when walking. Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 5/9 OP: Muzzled for exam EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: male neutered, no discharge INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4 with very little lameness LHL--attempts to run and will jump up. Meniscal click and positive cranial drawer both stifles. LHL mild-moderately swollen, improved from prior exam. NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Physical therapy: Patient tolerated short massage of area and brief icing--began alligator rolling after ~5 min. Recommend starting with minimal restraint. Assessment: -Post-op FHO -Suspect bilateral cruciate tears -Hx chronic intermittent diarrhea -Dental disease Prognosis: Fair Plan: -CTM while at BACC -Rec ortho consult for suspect cruciate tears -Increase trazodone to 200 mg PO q12h indefinitely -Start daily warm and cold compresses, massage, passive range of motion until 1/1--perform as much as patient will tolerate -Continue carprofen 4.4mg/kg PO SID until 1/7 -Continue proviable 1 cap PO SID for chronic intermittent diarrhea -Continue cephalexin 500 mg PO q12h until 12/25 -Continue gabapentin 300 mg PO q12h until 12/31 -Continue tramadol 50 mg PO q12h until 12/31 -Continue medical walks only -Recheck daily for PT **Addendum** Behavior reports that patient becomes extremely agitated when transfer door is closed. Keep transfer door open and provide soft bedding.
12/26/2019
Note: Due to increasing aggression and resistance to performing PT, elected to discontinue at this time. Recommend continued cage rest and light walking at this time.
10/14/2019
Sedated with 0.52cc Dexdomitor and 0.52cc Butorphanol IM. Pelvic and hind limb rads taken and uploaded to vet documents. Reversed with 0.52cc Antisedan.
10/27/2019
Dispensed Carprofen 100mg 1 tab SID x 14 days Proviable 1 capsule SID x 14 days Trazadone 100mg 1.5 tabs SID x 14 days
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Hard barking, control pole had to be used on intake.
Date of Intake: 7/26/2019
Basic Information:: hard barking.
Previously lived with:: 1 Adult
How is this dog around strangers?: hard barking.
How is this dog around children?: Unknown.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Unknown.
How is this dog around cats?: Unknown.
Resource guarding:: Unknown.
Bite history:: None.
Housetrained:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Med
Other Notes:: Hard barking.
Medical Notes: N/A
For a New Family to Know: Go slow.
Date of intake:: 11/18/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Bite history:: Blue growled, stiffened and bit foster's right hand (resulting in 2 puncture wounds, requiring 5 stitches) when she pulled him away from food that spilled in his crate.
Other Notes:: 7/26/2019, Stray with no known history (1st stay in the care center)
Date of assessment:: 7/28/2019
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate to hard Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly social Call over: Approaches readily, jumping up and mouthing (moderate pressure) Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Seeks contact, leans in, attempts to jump and mouth Exuberant handling: Seeks contact, leans in, attempts to jump and mouth Handling comments: Blue continuously attempted to jump and mouth handler on hands, pants and shirt, applying moderate pressure; he remained soft throughout Arousal Jog: Follows, engages in play, jumps up to mouth (moderate pressure) Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: No response Toy Toy comments: No interest
Summary:: Blue was surrendered as a stray so his past behavior with other dogs is unknown. 7/27: When off leash at the Care Center, Blue is introduced to a novel female dog. He is unable to readily focus once in the pens. He is conflicted when he seeks attention from handlers- he will lean his body into their but then move away when contact is attempted. Blue approaches the gate with a wiggly posture when he sees the female but does not greet her. His leash and the female's leash is held and the gate is opened. He walks by her and sniffs her genitals, but displays short freezes when the female is in close proximity. He shakes off and walks away. 8/2: Blue greets a novel female with a heightened posture but continues to freeze briefly when she greets him face to face. Blue places his chin over the female’s neck but is interrupted by handlers. 11/19: Blue returned to playgroup today after being returned. He initially seeks handler attention before noticing a novel female dog. Blue greets the female with a tense posture and his leash is held as a precaution. He wanders the pens, but when he sees the female he pulls hard towards her maintaining a tense face and short lip.
Date of intake:: 7/26/2019
Summary:: Hard barking
Date of initial:: 7/28/2019
Summary:: Loose, wagging, some whale eye upon examination
ENERGY LEVEL:: Blue displays a high energy level in the care center. We recommend daily mental and physical stimulation as a way to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 10/16: A handler reported that while taking Blue out of his kennel he did not try to avoid or bite at the rope. He came out with ease and during his walk he showed no concerning behavior and went back into his kennel with no issues. 10/3: Blue was observed to low growl and tense up when a familiar handler bent down near his kennel. 10/1: During an interaction in the play yard Blue engaged in play with a soft toy and tennis balls. He quickly picked up on the cue "drop it" and readily traded. He remained soft throughout the interaction and accepted pets along his entire body. 9/30: While on a walk Blue was observed to turn around and jump up at the handlers rope. He would stop when a treat was presented but begin jumping up and biting at the rope intermittently. 9/30: As a staff member gave food to the dog in the kennel next to Blue, he began growling, baring his teeth, and lunging at the kennel door. Another staff member attempted to distract him with treats, which he took, but then went back to baring his teeth and lunging at both staff members. 9/12: Blue was seen hovering over his food bowl, tense and low growling, when a handler approached his kennel. He lunged toward the handler when she got nearer and continued to hover over the bowl. He continued to eat once she moved away.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Single-pet home,Recommend no dog parks,Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Blue's fear coupled with his level of exuberance, we feel as though he would be best set up to succeed in an experienced adult only home environment. Single-pet home/Recommend no dog parks: Due to the concerning behaviors that Blue has shown during playgroup (see DOG-DOG BEHAVIOR SUMMARY), we feel that Blue 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 Blue associate dogs with things he enjoys like toys or treats. The Behavior Department recommends that Blue receive dog socialization session under the supervision of a certified trainer or behaviorist. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to the severity of Blue's resource guarding combined with his reported bite history, we feel as though he may be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner. Blue has been observed to escalate rapidly to growling, lunging and snapping when approached while engaged with high value items (food or toys). Force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing or exposing Blue to new and unfamiliar situations. Safe and appropriate management is highly advised.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Basic manners/poor impulse control,Social hyperarousal,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Leash-biting,Bite history (human),Low threshold for arousal
Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding/Bite history: Blue has been observed to hover over his food bowl and remained tense when approached by staff. Blue has also escalated to growling and lunging when approached while engaged with high value items (food). In a previous home environment, Blue was observed to escalate to biting when moved away from food (See "Bite history"). Please refer to the handout for Resource guarding and Bite history. Basic Manners/Poor impulse control: During one-one interactions, while seemingly social, Blue appears to become highly overstimulated upon direct contact and interaction. He has been observed to incessantly jump up towards handlers and mouth at times, requiring use of toys or treats to refocus. Please see handouts on Basic Manners, Mouthiness and Arousal. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Blue was reported to hard bark upon intake. He has also been observed to become initially stiff/whale eyed when approached by handlers suddenly, hard barking at times as well though recovering readily; we cannot be certain whether this behavior may appear in other situations, though please see handout on Fearful and Defensive Aggression. Leash-biting/Low threshold for arousal: Blue has been observed to display a low threshold for arousal during recent interactions and rapidly escalates to jumping up and biting his leash or rope. This behavior has been observed on multiple occasions. Occasionally he is easily re-directed with a toy or treats. Please refer to the handout Leash-biting and Low threshold for arousal.