Animal Profile
Frankie
Hello, my name is Frankie. My animal id is #8629. I am a desexed male brown dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 7 years 4 months 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 2/12/2020, with the surrender reason stated as animal behavior - not good with kids.
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Frankie is at risk for behavior, he came to us as an owner surrender after they were no longer able to manage his behavior. Frankie's family reported resource guarding as well as being uncomfortable with unfamiliar people and children. Due to Frankie's bite history we have only done minimal handling during his time in shelter. Medically, Frankie has some dental disease but is otherwise healthy.
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Behavior Determination: Average
My medical notes are...
Weight: 15 lbs
10/8/2017
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2y Microchip noted on Intake? N History : stray- found in building Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - friendly, enjoys petting, compliant for full exam Evidence of Cruelty seen - N Evidence of Trauma seen - N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild staining noted, otherwise full adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male- both testes symmetrical and in scrotum MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, matted coat- no strangulating mats CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: DNP Assessment: mats, otherwise apparently healthy Prognosis: Good Plan: Ok for surgery and placement SURGERY: Okay for surgery
10/11/2017
S/O BAR, friendly and energetic sneezing, serous nasal discharge eupnic neuter site CDI A CIRDC P move to isolation doxycycline 50 mg/ml: 1.2 ml PO SID x 14 days recheck 10/17
10/19/2017
Hx: Diagnosed with CIRDC on 10/12/17. Adopted shortly after, sent home with doxycycline. At home, pt was doing okay but then went downhill last night and stopped eating, started coughing more, became lethargic. Client took pt to emergency facility overnight, was told to take to regular vet in the morning. This morning pt went to private veterinarian where bloodwork and rads were done. Bloodwork showed a neutropenia and high Hct (60%), elevations in alk phos and ALT. Rads - the private vet was concerned for lung consolidation in the cranial left lung lobe. Hospitalization with IV fluids and antibiotics was recommended, so client brought pt here. S: Quiet, alert, allows all handling O: QAR, estimated 5% dehydrated based on decreased skin turgor. BCS 5/9, MMs pink and moist, CRT <2 sec EENT: Mild serous nasal discharge. Clean eyes and ears. Moderate dental tartar. H/L: NSR, NMA. Regular coughing. Normal resp rate and effort. Quiet lung sounds in all fields. Abd: Soft, no pain on palpation, no masses palpated M/S/I: Amb x4. No skin lesions noted. Neuter incision site is clean and dry. UG: Male neutered Neuro: Alert and appropriate, no sign neurological deficiencies Rads - the previously mentioned site of consolidation may be just soft tissue from the LFL overlying the lung fields. No air bronchograms or alveolar pattern is noted. A: 1. CIRDC not resolving on doxycycline, mild dehydration, anorexia Short-term prognosis: Good-fair P: Recommend hospitalization for IVC, Cerenia, Baytril. Discussed with client that this may be here or at an outside hospital. 1088
2/13/2020
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 7y Microchip noted on Intake? yes History: O/S Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - scared upon taking out of cage and tense body and wide-eyed. Sl tense, but did not otherwise show resistance to exam and intake tasks. We muzzled as precaution due to biting/snapping hx, but after exam removed and pet was wagging tail and allowed petting, some panting Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective T = P = 120 R = wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: 2/4 tarter w/ focal gum recession on mandibular k9 teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: mn MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:ne Wood's Lamp Exam:ne Assessment: 7 yr mn small mixed breed 1) dental dz 2) otherwise apparently healthy Prognosis: excellent - would recommend full dental care Plan: 1) behavioral assessment prior to placement SURGERY: na
10/10/2017
PE:WNL aside from diffuse matting Exam & surgery performed by Dr. 1382 Canine neuter Anesthesia -Intubated. Isoflurane/O2 maint. Pre-med: 0.27 cc Hydromorphone IM, 0.2 cc Dexdomitor IM, 0.6 cc Cerenia IM. Sx. - Routine prescrotal castration. Subcuticular closure with absorbable suture. Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision. 0.2 mL Rimadyl injectable as pain management. Antisedan 0.2 cc IM. Start 1 tab rimadyl 25 mg sid po x 3 days as pain management.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Date of Intake: 2/12/2020
Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered
Basic Information:: Owner has to surrender the dog due to behavior of the dog towards children, as they are about to have a new baby in the home.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 1 cat
How is this dog around strangers?: Frankie does not like when people approach him and try to pet him over the head. Frankie has snapped at many people in the past if they try to do this, but has not made contact. Usually when people approach slow and put their hand out for him to sniff he will be okay with them. Frankie snapped and bit one of the owner's friends when he put his hand over his head to pet him. The bite was not too severe and did not bleed.
How is this dog around children?: Owner was out with Frankie on a walk, as they passed a child she put her hand out and Frankie snapped and almost made contact with the child's hand. When children runs towards him to pet him the owner will tell them not to pet him. When the children run away Frankie will bark and chase after them, the owner is not sure if it is playful or aggressive towards them.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Frankie will sometimes bark and chase other dogs away from him and his family. He doesn't really like other dogs near his space. Other times he is indifferent to dogs, he doesn't really engage much with them if they stay away from him.
How is this dog around cats?: Cat was afraid of the dog, but the dog did not try to chase the cat or anything like that.
Resource guarding:: Frankies guards food if you try to take it away or go near him. A couple of years ago the owner gave the dog a bone and when it was time for bedtime the owner took the bone away. Frankie growled and bared teeth before biting the owner on the arm and would not let go, owner had to hit the dog on the head to make him let go. Frankie snapped and bit one of the owner's friends when he put his hand over his head to pet him. The bite was not too severe and did not bleed.
Bite history:: A couple of years ago the owner gave the dog a bone and when it was time for bedtime the owner took the bone away. Frankie growled and bared teeth before biting the owner on the arm and would not let go, owner had to hit the dog on the head to make him let go.
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: moderate energy
Other Notes:: Dog marks in the home, every few months he will do this. Especially if you move around furniture.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Frankie is super loving. He wants to be on top of you all the time, sleep on you, sit on your lap. He needs someone that can spend all day with him and provide all the love and attention. He knows sit, stay, calm down, lay down, roll over, quiet.
Date of intake:: 2/12/2020
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: Adults, a cat
Behavior toward strangers:: Snaps, doesn't like to be approached or pet over the head
Behavior toward children:: Barks, chases them, snaps
Behavior toward dogs:: Barks, chases them, sometimes indifferent
Behavior toward cats:: Okay with cat in home
Resource guarding:: Yes, Frankie will guard his food if you try to take it away or go near him. A few years ago, the owner took a bone away from Frankie. Frankie growled, bared teeth, and bit and held onto the owner's arm.
Bite history:: Yes, Frankie bit the owner on the arm a few years ago. The owner took a bone away from Frankie. Frankie growled, bared teeth, and bit and held onto the owner's arm. Frankie also bit the owner's friend when he put his hand over Frankie's head to pet him. The bite did not bleed.
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: Moderate energy
Other Notes:: Frankie is reported to snap when people approach him and try to pet him over the head. 10/2/17, first stay at care center, stray
Date of assessment:: 2/13/2020
Summary:: Due to Frankie's bite history and reported snapping at unfamiliar people when approached, he is not a safe candidate for a handling assessment at this time.
Summary:: 10/3: When introduced off leash to dogs in the care center, Frankie approaches, greets, wanders. 10/4: Frankie greets politely. 10/5-10/9: Frankie greets, sniffs. 2/13/2020- When introduced off leash to other small dogs, Frankie greets politely if a dog approaches him but mostly keeps to himself. 2/18-2/20/2020- When off leash with other small dogs, Frankie greets politely and than wanders the yard. 2/23-2/25/2020- When off leash with other small dogs, Frankie greets politely and wanders the yard. 2/27/2020- When off leash with other small dogs, Frankie greets politely and than wanders the yard.
Date of initial:: 2/13/2020
Summary:: Tense
ENERGY LEVEL:: Frankie is described as having a moderate level of energy.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to Frankie's bite history and reported behavior towards unfamiliar people and children, we recommend an adult-only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to Frankie's bite history, reported behavior towards unfamiliar people and children, and resource guarding, we recommend Frankie be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow him to acclimate comfortably to his new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Frankie to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior he presents with outside of the care centers.
Potential challenges: : House soiling,Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Bite history (human),On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Frankie is reported to snap at unfamiliar people when approached or pet over the head. He also barks, chases and snaps at children. Please see handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Bite history (human)/Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression: Frankie bit the owner a few years ago when he was taking a bone away from him, growling, baring teeth and biting and holding onto his arm. Frankie has also bitten the owner's friend when he put his hand over Frankie's head to pet him. See handout on Bite History. On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration: Frankie is reported to sometimes bark at and chase other dogs. Please see handout on On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration. Resource guarding: Frankie will guard his food if you try to take it away or go near him. A few years ago, the owner took a bone away from Frankie. Frankie growled, bared teeth, and bit and held onto the owner's arm. See handout on Resource guarding. House soiling: Frankie is reported to have accidents in the home. See handout on House soiling.