Animal Profile
Powda Blu
Hello, my name is Powda Blu. My animal id is #86436. I am a desexed male white dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 2 months 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 1/17/2020, with the surrender reason stated as animal behavior - not good with resident animals.
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Powda Blu was placed at risk due to behavioral concerns. He has a multiple-bite history and we are recommending placement with experienced New Hope partner. Powda Blu is otherwise apparently healthy.
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My medical notes are...
Weight: 55 lbs
1/17/2020
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:1y Microchip noted on Intake?n History:o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -jumpy. waggy, seeks petting Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =90 R =panting BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:good Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
1/19/2020
Start trazodone 5 mg/kg PO BID indefinitely for shelter anxiety
2/4/2020
due to worsening anxiety, increase trazodone to 10mg/kg PO BID
2/6/2020
pre op exam Estimated age: 1 yr Subjective: owner surrender Observed Behavior -friendly, hyperactive Objective BARH well hydrated mm pink P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan: neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
2/6/2020
Dog Neuter Was this dog a cryptorchid? no Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with:0-PDS Sub Q closure: 0-PDS Skin closure? 3-0 PDS, skin glue Green Linear Tattoo Placed near Midline Surgeon:1204
2/7/2020
meds dispensed//1775
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake Powda Blue was very vocal, as well as pacing back and forth. At times he would bark and whine. Admission's Counselor was not able to collar him, take photo or leash him. Animal Care Specialist leashed him and transferred him to a kennel, Powda Blue did not react, Powda allowed to be handle by ACS staff member.
Date of Intake: 1/17/2020
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Powda Blue is an unaltered male large dog who was surrendered due to not getting along with the other resident dog.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults 1 child
How is this dog around strangers?: Owner stated that Powda Blue is friendly and outgoing around strangers.
How is this dog around children?: Owner stated that Powda Blue is relaxed and playful around her 15 year old son.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Owner stated that Powda Blue growls and bites. Owner stated that he cannot be around other dogs or animals.
How is this dog around cats?: Powda Blu has not been around cats previously.
Resource guarding:: None reported by owner.
Bite history:: Blue has had a multiple bite history.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Very High
Other Notes:: Owner stated that Powda Blue isn't bother during storms and fireworks. Owner also stated that while eating if owner touches food or bowl, Powda Blue isn't bothered. Owner states that Powda Blue isn't bothered when a treat or toy is taken away. Owner stated that Powda Blue isn't bothered when taken off the furniture but will snap when being restrained or held. Owner stated that Powda Blue isn't bothered when disturbed while resting or sleeping, or being given a bath. Owner states that Powda Blue isn't bothered when given a bath. Owner stated that Powda Blue Isn't bothered when brushed. Owner has not trimmed Powda Blue's nails. Owner stated that when someone unfamiliar approaches yard or family, Powder Blue isn't bothered.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: None reported by owner.
For a New Family to Know: Owner stated that Powda Blue is friendly, affectionate, and anxious with a very high activity level. When owner is home, Powda Blue tends to follow owner around or be in the same room. Owner stated that Powda Blue enjoys ball toys and chew boys. Owner also stated that Powda Blue loves to play fetch, chase, and tug. Powda Blue has been kept mostly indoors. Powda Blue eats dry food; Blue Buffalo, owner states the bowl is kept full. Owner stated that Powda Blue is housed trained and usually goes potty on grass and cement. Owner stated that Powda Blue sleeps in a crate. He has been crate trained and does well for about 8 hours, stated owner. Owner states that when left alone Powda Blue destroys household items and barks. As well as when he is left alone in the yard, Powda Blue destroys things. Owner stated that Powda Blue knows the commands; sit, shake and give paw. Owner stated that Powda Blue enjoys brisk walks on a leash and does not pull.
Date of intake:: 1/17/2020
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 1 child (age 15)
Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly, outgoing
Behavior toward children:: Relaxed, playful
Behavior toward dogs:: Growls, bites, needs to be kept separate
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: Yes, multiple-bite history with the resident dog and a redirected bite to the owner. All occurred when both dogs were in the home together after playing outside without issue. 12/24/2019: Bites to the resident dog's left paw (3 punctures) and above the right eye (1 puncture). All punctures were 1/2 canine tooth deep and treated at home. Powda had to be pulled off the other dog by the owner. 1/15/2020: A scuffle broke out in the home between the two dogs, and after breaking them up red marks and scratches were observed on the cheek of the resident dog. 1/17/2020: Powda was growling at the resident dog and redirected onto the owner, biting her right thigh and leaving a bruise.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Powda Blu is described as friendly, affectionate, and anxious, with a very high activity level.
Date of assessment:: 1/29/2020
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly social Call over: Approaches readily, loose Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Accepts contact, loose Exuberant handling: Accepts contact, loose Handling comments: Mouthing throughout, light pressure Arousal Jog: Follows, loose Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: No response Toy Toy comments: Firm grip, loose
Summary:: According to Powda Blu's previous owner, he growls and bites other dogs. The owner stated that he cannot be around other dogs or animals. 1/28: When off leash at the Care Center, Powda Blu is introduced to a novel female dog. He enters the pen with a high energy level and anxiety. He jumps on the gate and paws at the female through the gate. The female grumbles at him but he persists. Due to the female's lack of tolerance, the gate is not opened and an off-leash interaction is not conducted. 1/30: Powda Blu enters the pens highly anxious and unable to readily focus. He is walked over to the gate by handlers to greet a novel female dog. Powda Blu jumps on the gate, screeches, and paws at the female through the gate. The female grumbles at him and Powda is muzzled and his leash is held as a precaution. Once in close proximity to him, Powda Blu becomes sexually motivated and persistently sniffs her genitals, ignoring her body language and distance increasing signs. When the female is led away, he fixates on the muzzle and attempts to remove it.
Date of intake:: 1/17/2020
Summary:: Vocal, pacing, whining
Date of initial:: 1/17/2020
Summary:: Jumpy, soft-bodied, seeks petting
ENERGY LEVEL:: Powda is reported to have an extremely high activity level, which matches what we have seen in the care center. He will need plenty of mental and physical exercise with appropriate outlets for his enthusiastic behaviors. We recommend feeding with treat-dispensing toys and puzzle feeders. We also recommend ONLY force-free, reward-based training methods for Powda Blu.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 1/27/20: Powda was sleeping upon approach but woke up as when his kennel was unlocked. He jumped up on the door but was able to be leashed without issue. In the pens he was jumping up on handlers soliciting attention. He saw pigeons in the second pen which he was initially focused on but was refocused with the use of tennis balls. When handler was sitting on the bench he began to nibble on her treat pouch and hands with mild pressure. As we were leaving the pens another staff member said hello and Powda jumped up toward him and mouthed his sleeves. He then returned to his kennel without issue. 1/26/20: Powda Blu was the front of his kennel jumping and barking when approached. He was soft-bodied and easy to leash. In the pens he ran around softly going from person to person and jumping onto them, while allowing us to pet him all over. During the session I was able to get Powda Blu attention and and made the hand signal for sit and paw which he followed and I then rewarded him with treats. Powda Blu remain loose and wiggly for the session and allowed all handling needed to go back into his kennel with no issue. 1/22/20: Powda was standing on the kennel door upon approach with a soft body. He was jumping when attempting to rope but easily roped on second attempt and led to the pens where a drag leash was attached. He solicited attention by jumping on handlers and allowing to be pet on his head, neck and body. He engaged in start stop play with me and mouthed my hand once with minimal pressure. He spent most of the session running between handlers and soliciting attention. He did see another dog through the gate and became stiff, and barked once. He focused on the dog until he couldnt see it anymore but quickly recovered. At the end of the session he returned without issue. 1/19/20: Powda Blu was soft and wagging his tail at the front of his kennel. He jumped up on the door as I was unlocking it. He was easily roped and led out to the pens where he was collared and a drag leash attached. He remained soft throughout the session and took treats gently. When his name was called or a squeaky toy was used, Powda Blue did not respond. Various sounds were made to test his hearing, Powda to which he did not respond. He jumped up on handler with a soft body and allowed to be pet all over. At the end of the session he returned to his kennel without issue.
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:: Single pet home: Based on Powda Blu's history in the home with a previous housemate dog, we recommend a single pet home for him for the time being. He is reported to be able to play off-leash with other dogs, but in the home has repeated conflicts. No dog parks: Due to the behavior concerns in the previous home in conjunction with displays of behavior indicating that Powda Blu does not respond to social cues when around other dogs, the Behavior Department recommends that Powda Blu not be taken to dog parks. Reward-based, force-free training can be utilized to counter-condition and desensitize Powda Blu to help him associate other dogs with positive experiences, such as toys or treats. No children (under 13): Due to the intensity of Powda Blu's jumping and mouthing, we feel as though he would be best set up to succeed in an experienced adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to Powda's multiple-bite history, we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide behavior modification and counter-conditioning to address the underlying conflict.
Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition,Bite history (human),Bite history (dog)
Potential challenges comments:: See flyers for BASIC MANNERS AND IMPULSE CONTROL MOUTHINESS and BITE HISTORY