Animal Profile
Gucci
Hello, my name is Gucci. My animal id is #19151. I am a female black dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 10 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 1/25/2018.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Gucci is at risk for behavior reasons. She is very fearful in the care center, and distrustful of unknown persons and stimulii. For this reason, we are seeking placement only with a New Hope partner. Medically, we have no concerns for Gucci, who presents as a healthy dog.
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A volunteer writes: Gucci is an adorable silver nugget, tiny, shiny and all silky to the touch. He usually sits or lays in the middle of his bed (that is always spotless) and in a very orderly den. Gucci seems to be quite house trained, and few walks a day by his fans make sure that his basic needs are met. Gucci and I met a few times, and I am glad to say that he is definitely more sociable now than he was upon arrival. He is fine being dressed, outfitted with a scarf and yesterday, even let me pick him up for lap time and caresses. He really is the cutest in his wiry hair. I love his beady eyes and his scruffy face. Gucci would love the comfort of a home and the love of a human. Do not make him wait too long. He so wants to be your friend.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 11.8 lbs
1/26/2018
Intact female Scan negative for a microchip Inserted before the initial started # 981020019679225 OU=cloudy Nose=No discharge AU=clena Teeth are stained with tarter Good appetite Coat is clean Dewormed with Pyrantel Flea Treatment= Para Defense As of now no signs of CIRDC As of now no V/S/C/D
1/31/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:10yrs Microchip noted on Intake?no, was placed at LVT intake History :brought in as a stray Subjective:nervous Observed Behavior -nervous, but allows handling, placed muzzle on p for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective P =unable to obtain, p shaking R =unable to obtain, p shaking BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear with some mild nuclear sclerosis OU, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:muzzle on, unable to fully assess, but with tongue depressor saw pink gums PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: underdeveloped nipples, but no spay tattoo or scar seen/palpable MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment nuclear sclerosis: r/o normal old age change to eyes FI Prognosis: good Plan:ok for NH partner placement SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age- senior
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Gucci had an anxious body upon intake. She was barking at the admissions counselor and charging at him. She allowed her finder to collar her.
Date of Intake: 1/25/2018
Basic Information:: Gucci is a female small mixed breed dog. She was found and brought in as stray.
Date of intake:: 1/25/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 1/28/2018
Look:: 2. Dog's eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor's cupped hands.
Sensitivity:: 5. Dog freezes, growls, or tries to bite.
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Gucci appeared fearful in the assessment room, having a trembling body and tucked tail. She avoided the assessor but eventually allowed the assessor to approach. When sensitivity was attempted, she panicked, attempting to flee, and snapped, so the rest of the handling portion of the assessment was not conducted.
Summary (1):: 1/26: When introduced off leash to other dogs, Gucci corrects forward approach but will sniff other dogs when they are otherwise occupied.
Summary (2):: 1/29-30: Gucci keeps mostly to self.
Date of intake:: 1/25/2018
Summary:: Gucci appeared anxious and was barking and charging at the admission's counselor.
Date of initial:: 1/26/2018
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Gucci so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. In the care center, she displays a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: NEW HOPE ONLY
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to how uncomfortable Gucci is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. Place with a New Hope partner: Gucci has not acclimated well to the kennel environment and has allowed only minimal handling since intake. We recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Gucci is very fearful at the care center and has snapped and growled when handled. It is important to always go slow and give Gucci the option to walk away from any social interaction. Gucci should never be forced to approach anything that she is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Gucci’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Gucci would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to her new surroundings.