Animal Profile
Vixen
Hello, my name is Vixen. My animal id is #42641. I am a female gray dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 9/27/2018.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Vixen is at risk for medical conditions. She has been diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex which is contagious to other dogs. she has had lameness and swelling in one of her legs that will require further follow up with a veterinarian. There are no behavior concerns for her at this time.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
Upon intake, Vixen had a loose body and waggy tail. She jumped up on counselor for pets and allowed counselor to collar, leash, and take picture. We have no history on Vixen so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. However, she is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm. Vixen would be a good dog for any type of home. A volunteer writes: Vixen is not a "femme fatale" but a lovely damsel with button ears that sometimes even, form a silver girly bow on her forehead. Vixen is so pretty while so often serious looking, softening her face when she puts her head into my lap. She is quiet in her kennel and around me, sniffing intensely the yard before settling by my feet. She seems to like caresses and soft words but always looks at me with puzzled eyes. Vixen is a pleasant walker, possibly house trained, a good listener and a perfect sitter. She whispered into my ear that she appreciated our care but that what her heart really desires is to have a new owner or family to love. Yes, I think that is really what would bring a smile on Vixen's face! Come and meet Vixen soon at the Manhattan Care Center!
My medical notes are...
Weight: 46.8 lbs
9/29/2018
LVT Intake Exam Sex: FI (enlarged nipples) Estimated age: 1 yr Microchip scan: neg, placed MC# 985113002113783 Evidence of cruelty: no Evidence of trauma: no Observed behavior: friendly, jumps, allowed all handling Subjective: stray Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral exam: clean white teeth Heart: did not auscultate Lungs: did not auscultate Abdomen: no masses palpated Musculoskeletal: ambulatory x4 Integument: clean Mentation: BARH BCS: 5/9 Plan: DVM intake OK for sx
10/2/2018
Your newly adopted pet has been diagnosed with a heart murmur and the staff veterinarians are issuing a permanent waiver from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment. Your veterinarian will advise you if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
10/3/2018
As per Dr. 1493, swabbed between digits on right hind paw where there was discharge. Sent to Idexx, pick up scheduled on Oct 3 after 8:30 pm confirmation # 1623
10/2/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~1yr based on PE. Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative, placed by LVT History : Stray reported to have have soft blood stool and no appetite on 9/30 Subjective / Observed Behavior - BAR, allowed all handling. Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - none Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears have mild brown exudate, AU; no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: dc 1/5; pd 1/5 PLN: enlargement of the R popliteal LN; all others WNL H/L: 2/6 L systolic murmur ausculted; CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact female. MSI: Ambulatory x 3, mild swelling of the R PL beginning at the level of the crus and extending distally; severe swelling of digit #3 with moderate swelling of other digits. Focal region of swelling at the level of the lateral saphenous vein. skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dull hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: grossly normal Assessment lameness with moderate to severe swelling, R PL r/o trauma, insect bite, foreign body, neoplasia enlargement of R popliteal LN otitis externa dental disease heart murmur, grade 2 Prognosis: fair to good Plan: sedate with 0.6ml dexdomitor, 0.43ml butorphanol IV R pelvic limb rads Rimadyl 50mg/ml -- give 1.7ml SQ one time carprofen 75mg tablet -- give 1 tablet PO q24h x 4 days starting 10/3 clindamycin CBC / chemistry Antisedan 0.6ml IV ear cleaning claro otic SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to heart murmur Radiographic review soft tissue swelling along the crus no evidence of fractures or trauma. no evidence of foreign body
10/3/2018
PT Lethargic in kennel. Resistant to get up and walk. pt not taking medications. Grade 4/5 non weight bearing lameness. Marked swelling of the 3 rd digit with moderate swelling of adjacent tissues. Inflammation extending of the soft tissue around the metatarsal. Serosanguinous discharge between the 3 and 4th digit. A - Increased in digital inflammation of the right hind with serosanguinous discharge and pain P - Continue on current tx plan - cancel oral carprofen and switch to SQ - Tramadol 100 mg po BID for 3 days - Place pt on IVF fluids @ 50 ml /hr - Enrofloxacin IV 2.3 ml (100mg/ml) SID for 3 days - Submit Anerobic/aerobic culture to IDEXX - Results pending
10/4/2018
S/O pt BAR EENT – clear serous nasal dis-charge, no ocular discharge, pt coughing - Dark brown diarrhea Assessment - Suspected CIRDC “typical kennel cough” - Diarrhea - Hind limb lameness - right hind - markedly swollen digit Plan - + Move to isolation + Already on Enrofloxacin IV + 10mg/kg doxycycline PO SID for 14 days - Cancel Clindamycin + Proviable x 5 days SID PO
10/5/2018
Noted to not be taking medications on 10/3 but was able to successfully give medications on 10/4 with deli meat.
10/5/2018
SO BAR in kennel. Noted to be eating medications ok today. Began drooling after tramadol administration ( bitter taste to pill) EN -- eyes and nose are clear. Coughing occasionally during exam and rounds observation A lameness with moderate to severe swelling, R PL r/o trauma, insect bite, foreign body, neoplasia enlargement of R popliteal LN otitis externa dental disease heart murmur, grade 2 CIRDC P continue on current treatment plan recommend performing sedated chest radiographs as next step
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Vixen had a loose body and waggy tail. She jumped up on counselor for pets and allowed counselor to collar, leash, and take picture.
Date of Intake: 9/27/2018
Date of intake:: 9/27/2018
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 9/30/2018
Look:: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor's cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds.
Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth.
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:: 2. Dog quickly pull back.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. Dog does not place his/her body between you and the toy.
Summary:: Vixen quickly approached the assessor with a soft body. She was social throughout the assessment, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: Due to limited observation, it is recommended any future introductions to dogs be closely monitored and occur only to dogs who are respectful and well socialized around other dogs.
Summary (1):: 9/28: When introduced off leash to male and female dogs, Vixen is initially somewhat tense but allows greeting. She then becomes more comfortable and starts to bark and nip at the other dogs.
Date of intake:: 9/27/2018
Summary:: Loose body, allowed handling
Date of initial:: 9/29/2018
Summary:: Social, allowed handling
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Vixen so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. However, she is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep her engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H - Healthy