Animal Profile
Tuffy
Hello, my name is Tuffy . My animal id is #88139. I am a desexed male tan dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 14 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a agency on 2/8/2020.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Tuffy is at risk for behavioral and medical reasons. Tuffy is a geriatric dog who was brought into our care after his owner unfortunately passed away. While in our care, Tuffy hasn't allowed for much interaction, and has shown sensitivities to touch and handling. Tuffy does appear to be treat motivated though, which may be useful with his behavior modification. Medically, Tuffy has several underlying conditions including a heart murmur, osteoarthritis and blindness which will need special care. Ideally, Tuffy should go into hospice where his care taker can provide palliative care and monitor his health day by day. Tuffy would be best suited for placement with a new hope partner that can address both his behavioral and medical concerns.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 21.6 lbs
2/9/2020
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 13-14 years based on condition of teeth and eyes Microchip noted on Intake? negative History: Stray; brought in by the police Subjective: BAR; panting Observed Behavior - tried to bite when examining face; needs sedation Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen - No Objective P = 120hr R = panting BCS 7/9 EENT: Eyes- covered with matted fur, ears- waxy otitis AU (R>L), no nasal discharge; marked ocular discharge noted and lids crusted closed; post periocular treatment- OD- corneal scarring and apparent ulcerations, (-)menace OS- corneal scarring; cherry eye; unable to macke out lenses, ocular dischargel left periocular area has skin ulcerations Oral Exam: stage 4 denatl disease PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, 2/6 systolic murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MC based on the absence of testicular tissue MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, matted araound perianal area CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: fecal material caked around anus Assessment heart murmur r/o MI/TI marked ocular changes blind otitis externa- r/o allergies (food vs environmental) Prognosis: guarded Plan: cbc chem T4 STT- OD- 12mm/min and OS- 15mm/min fluor stain - negative needs grooming consider restricted diets for 4-6 weeks consider cardiac work up needs animal behavior assessment otipak- 1/2 syringe/ ear periorbital and perianal areas cleaned of matting and skin cleansed CBC mature neutrophilia CHEM BUN- 29 mg/dl ALT- 162 U/L
2/10/2020
Hx: Noted lying down and unable to get up S: Walks slowly and appears to be stiff. Pt was muzzled easily and then stood still for exam, allowed joint palpation and nail trimming without any growling, snapping etc. O: BAR-H, MMs pink and moist -Ocular changes as previously noted - small amount of mucoid discharge and cherry eye OS -Systolic heart murmur stage 3/6 today Focused MSI exam: -Fur clipped short on face and perianal region, long and slightly matted on rest of body -Crepitus in R and L carpi -Good range of motion and no crepitus in elbows, stifles, hocks, hips -Pt acutely moves away from pressure to thoracic spine -During exam, pt suddenly collapses and falls sternally on the exam table. He appears alert, just has trouble getting up. -Nails slightly long, but mostly very sharply curved A: 1. Moderate osteoarthritis in carpi and thoracic spine, suspect early OA changes in other joints as well 2. Matted P: 1. Carprofen 37.5 mg PO SID x 10 days 2. Gabapentin 100 mg PO BID x30 days for chronic pain - if effective, could be continued 3. Hang special instructions sign - no stairs, short walks 4. Recommend long-term pain management plan 5. Recommend grooming
2/10/2020
Diarrhea noted this afternoon. 1088
2/16/2020
Hx: Moves slowly; senior patient Because NSAID's can sometimes have adverse effects on senior patients, going to hold off on further treatment for now.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Date of intake:: 2/8/2020
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 2/13/2020
Summary:: When Tuffy is brought into the Behavior Room, he avoids handlers and only approaches for treats. When the handler attempts to place a collar on him, he backs away. After a few attempts, Tuffy snaps when the handler tries to place the collar on him and the interaction is ended. A handling assessment in unable to be completed at this time.
Summary:: 2/13/2020- Due to medical concerns an on leash greeting is done. When Tuffy sees a dog on leash he briefly sniffs dog and then avoids further interaction.
Date of initial:: 2/9/2020
Summary:: Snapped when examining face, sedated for exam
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Tuffy so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. At the care center, he displays a low-medium level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Tuffy mostly keeps to himself while on leash. When attempting to place a collar on Tuffy, he backs away. After a few attempts, he snaps. While on leash, Tuffy mostly walks around and keeps to himself. He likes treats and will take them nicely from handlers. He has shown some trouble stepping back into the kennel and has allowed to be toweled, picked up and placed back into his kennel without issue.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to snapping at handlers at the care center, we recommend an adult-only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to snapping at handlers at the care center, 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: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Handling/touch sensitivity: Tuffy has snapped at handlers during his medical exam and when attempting to leash/collar him. It is important to be cautious when touching him in other areas as we do not know where he may have other sensitivities. Please see handout on Handling/touch sensitivity. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: At the care center, Tuffy avoids handlers and only approaches for treats. When a handler attempts to place a collar on him, he backs away. After a few attempts, Tuffy snaps when the handler tries to place the collar on him. He will need a slow approach and should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. See handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression.