Animal Profile
Chuck
Hello, my name is Chuck. My animal id is #75549. I am a desexed male chestnut dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 12 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 9/11/2019.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Chuck is at risk for both medical and behavioral concerns. Chuck has been diagnosed with both KCS - a condition of drying eyes, dermatitis and chronic otitis externia (repeating ear infections) and has shown fearful behavior here at the care center as well as generally not adapting well to the environment and becoming lethargic. Any potential adopter needs to follow up with a private vet for care. Due to the fearful behavior, it is recommended that Chuck be adopted into a home with no small children, but besides that would do well in most experienced dog owner homes.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 18.5 lbs
9/11/2019
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan:positive Evidence of Cruelty: neglect Observed Behavior:allowd all handling with minimal restraint Sex:MC Estimated Age:12 years Subjective: stray Eyes:purulent dc OU, possible corneal scarring v. ulceration OU, possibly blind Ears:cauliflower ears AU, purulent discharge OU Oral Exam:unable to examine Heart:possible heart murmur and arrhythmia Lungs:clear, eupneic Abdomen:resists palpation Musculoskeletal:ambx4, stiff gait in hind limbs, pot bellied, BCS 7/9 Integument: alopecia, possible dermatitis, matting of fur on face and chin, scabbing throughout body Mentation: QAR Preliminary Assessment: possible: KCS, corneal ulceration, dermatitis, ear infection, blind, arthritis Plan: DVM exam..RV..sedated grooming
9/12/2019
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 12 years History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior - tense but allowed handling Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: OU- corneal pigmentation, green mucoid discharge, conjucntival hyperemia and scleral injection, AU- severe thickening and lichenification, debris, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited oral exam; moderate dental calculus seen PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Mildly distended, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, epidermal collarettes along dorsum, lichenified skin and crusting at forehead, mats at face, long nails CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment keratoconjunctivitis- R/O KCS vs other severe chronic otitis externa dermatitis increased ALP (339)- R/O Cushing's vs reactive hepatopathy vs chronic hepatitis vs other Prognosis: fair Plan: unable to perform STT start optimmune OU BID applied oti-pack AU (x) start simplicef 50 mg PO SID x 4 weeks
9/13/2019
CBC: no significant findings Chemistry: increased ALP (339)- R/O Cushing's vs reactive hepatopathy vs chronic hepatitis vs other recommend to recheck bloodwork in 1 week
9/13/2019
Sedated with butorphanol 0.15 mls and midazolam 0.15 mls IV clipped mats and cleaned face start diphenhydramine 25 mg PO BID start ketoconazole 50 mg PO SID x 4 weeks
9/19/2019
Subjective: recheck exam Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: OU- corneal pigmentation, mild conjunctival hyperemia and scleral injection, AU- moderate/severe thickening and debris, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited oral exam; moderate dental calculus seen PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, grade II/VI R-sided heart murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Tense, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4 with abnormal gait with hindlimbs, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, epidermal collarettes along dorsum, lichenified skin and crusting at forehead, long nails CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment keratoconjunctivitis- R/O KCS vs other; improving with optimmune severe chronic otitis externa- improving dermatitis- improving increased ALP (339)- R/O Cushing's vs reactive hepatopathy vs chronic hepatitis vs other heart murmur abnormal gait with hindlimbs- R/O osteoarthritis vs other Plan: continue meds gave bath with malaseb shampoo recommend an echo
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 9/11/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: stray, no known history
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: None - loose leash Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Walks behind handler Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Distracted, does not approach – not fearful Call over: No approach – neutral Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Tolerates contact – tense body Exuberant handling: Tolerates contact – tense body Comments: Arousal Jog: Follows handler (loose, neutral) Arousal comments: Knock: No response Knock Comments: Toy: No response Toy comments:
Date of intake:: 9/11/2019
Summary:: allowed pick up, loose body
Date of initial:: 9/12/2019
Summary:: tense but allowed handling
ENERGY LEVEL:: Chuck has been observed to have a low energy level. It is important to know that his energy level may be different in a home environment.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 2
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No young children (under 5)
Recommendations comments:: No young children (under 5): Due to the behavior seen in the care center, we feel that Chuck may be intimidated by young children. He needs a slow approach and time to warm up. He should never be forced to interact with new people, and should be allowed to greet and initiate an interaction at his own pace. Older, gentle children should have an in-depth interaction prior to adoption.
Potential challenges: : Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful: Chuck is a bit fearful at the care center. During his assessment and with vet services, Chuck was tense but tolerated handling. It is important to always go slow and give Chuck the option to walk away from any social interaction. Chuck should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Chuck choice to approach a new person or thing. Chuck would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings.