Animal Profile
Peppermint
Hello, my name is Peppermint. My animal id is #13111. I am a female gray dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 11/19/2017.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Peppermint is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infection Respiratory Disease Complex and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other dogs. Peppermint is Suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience.
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A volunteer writes: If dogs were assigned a "sweetness density", Peppermint's would be off the chart: she is itty bitty and so, soo sweet!! She is the slightest bit bashful, but still very friendly and quickly warms up to solicit affection. She has been an angel to walk on leash and seems housebroken. She might not know much yet in the way of commands (or maybe we just aren't speaking the same language!), but she is more than happy to accept treats for just being her. She has perfected her begging technique (she'll rest her head on my lap and cue the puppy dog eyes) and takes them super gently...and really seems gentle in every other way too. She'll hang out in my lap, wags her tail when spoken to, and always makes the softest eye contact. She is going to make someone super happy...please come meet her at Brooklyn ACC!
My medical notes are...
Weight: 42 lbs
11/20/2017
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4 yo Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : Stray - finder noted skin issues Subjective: BARH, alopecia and FAD, does not appear pruritic Observed Behavior - Friendly, a little nervous. Likes head rubs. Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 72 R = eup BCS= 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, MM pk, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female, prominent vulva and nipples, no discharges, no spay scar seen, no dermatitis in spay area MSI: Ambulatory x 4, live fleas, no masses noted, Mod FAD - over caudal back, alopecia on back legs and tail, mild crusting on chin, skin appears icteric CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment: Fleas FAD Skin appears icteric but not sclera or MM Prognosis: Good Plan: Routine intake w flea tx. Recheck skin in 3 days- no abs or Benadryl for now PCV/TS - checking if serum is icteric SURGERY: Okay for surgery
11/22/2017
Progress exam-recheck dermatitis Subjective: BARH. No c/s/v/d. Not pruritic or uncomfortable with skin condition. Very loose and friendly. Eating well. Objective EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: eupneic U/G: FI, prominent vulva and nipples MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no live parasites noted, no masses noted, mild flaky lichenification and dermatitis on ventrum noted-seems to be improved from intake description CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Dermatitis-resolving without treatment (likely FAD vs other allergies vs poor previous nutrition) Fleas-resolved Hx possibly icteric skin-not noted today Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM while at BACC
11/24/2017
CIRDC noted on rounds S/O: BAR. Attention seeking EENT: Eyes clear, mild to moderate seromucoid nasal discharge HL: Sneezing, occasional mild cough MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Female A: CIRDC P: Rec doxycycline 200mg PO q24 x 14 days. Temporarily waived from spay. Excellent prognosis
11/30/2017
Recheck CIRDC day 7 tx S/O: BAR. Attention seeking. No c/s/v/d but has mild serous nasal d/c. EENT: Eyes clear, mild serous nasal discharge HL: eupneic A: CIRDC-improving P: Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/7 Recheck day 10 Excellent prognosis
12/3/2017
Recheck CIRDC day 10 tx S/O: BAR, readily came out of cage, friendly, and easy to examine. No s/v/d reported. Coughing during exam, coughed up foamy phlem. Still has mild serous nasal d/c. Support staff thinks p is getting sicker, takes treats less eagerly. EENT: Eyes clear, mild serous nasal discharge HL: eupneic A: CIRDC P: Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/7 Recheck day 14, extend or change meds PRN Excellent prognosis
12/4/2017
Progress exam-worsening CIRDC S/O: QAR. Attention seeking. Coughing, sneezing, vomiting phlegm. Will eat treats. EENT: Eyes clear, moderate serous nasal discharge HL: c/s A: CIRDC-worsening P: Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/7 Add baytril 10mg/kg SQ SID x5d until 12/9-recheck 12/9 +/- extend inj or switch to oral If still worsening rec CXR and bw Good prognosis
12/5/2017
Dispensed Baytril 136mg 2 tablets SID x 5 days Doxycycline 100mg 2 tabs SID x 3 days
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Behavior during intake: Animal had a soft and relaxed body during intake. Counselor was able to scan for a microchip, collar and take a picture without any issues.
Basic Information:: Finder noticed a stray dog outside and was able to approach the animal and put a rope on the animal to bring to ACC.
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this dog around strangers?: Unknown
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
Date of intake:: 11/19/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, no known history
Behavior toward strangers:: Allowed finder to approach and leash her.
Date of assessment:: 11/21/2017
Look:: 1. Dog's eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor's cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog's mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft.
Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Eyes are averted and ears are relaxed or back.
Toy:: 1. No interest.
Summary:: Peppermint was neutral during the assessment. She allowed all handling, and was social towards the assessor.
Summary (1):: During her stay at the Care Center, Peppermint showed little interest in socializing with other dogs. She mostly keeps to herself, and offers corrections when persistently greeted. She was brought in as a stray so her behavior around other dogs is unknown. The Behavior Department believes that Peppermint would be most comfortable as the only dog in the home. Any resident dogs should be polite and respectful. All introductions should be conducted slowly and be under supervision. 11/20: When off leash at the Care Center, Peppermint displays a nervous, tucked posture and is uncomfortable with the approach and greet of the male. She offers a clear correction- bark, head whip- when his genital sniffing become persistent. 11/21: During her session, Peppermint mostly kept to herself wandering the pen and avoiding the novel female dog. She briefly sniffs her, then investigates the pens. 11/22: Peppermint began to tense up and heighten her posture when greeting a fearful dog.
Date of intake:: 11/19/2017
Summary:: Soft-bodied and relaxed, allowed all handling.
Date of initial:: 11/20/2017
Summary:: Friendly, a little nervous. Appreciated head rubs.
ENERGY LEVEL:: Peppermint displays a high energy level in the care center. We recommend daily mental and physical stimulation as a way to direct her energy.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H - Healthy