Animal Profile
Charles
Hello, my name is Charles. My animal id is #15192. I am a desexed male chocolate dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 12/2/2017.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Charles is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnose with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, which is contagious to other dogs. Behaviorally, we have no concerns for Charles, whom we believe would be suitable for most homes.
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A volunteer writes: Charles seems to be the perfect gentleman.. He is well dressed in his chocolate coat, well mannered with people and dogs alike, calm while lively, easy going and very pleasant to spend time with. Charles is a good walker, likely house trained, not a marker or a puller. He does not drag his caretaker after birds or squirrels and respects his peers in the street or in playgroups. He is a bit reserved at first but after a while, comes to sit by my side, poses his head in my lap and indulges in caresses. He accepts my treats and unlike the young Lab he came with, sits, hoping for more. He does favor buttered ciabatta over roast beef. Do we have a vegan here??? Charles is a very good looking dog, healthy appearing, gentle, low key, sociable and who knows his way around us humans. I see him as a great companion and loyal friend to his adopter or new family. Come and meet Charles at the Manhattan Care Center. He is the one you have been looking for...
My medical notes are...
Weight: 64.25 lbs
12/2/2017
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020021647339 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: calm and laid down for most of exam, somewhat responsive to handler Sex: neutered male Estimated Age: appx 3-4y Subjective: sooty haircoat, seemingly healthy dog but some eye issues Eyes: small tears at lateral canthus in both eyes and red sclera, possibly rubbing at eyes Ears: waxy, easily cleaned Oral Exam: mild staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 6/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy dog Plan: DVM intake
12/3/2017
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4y Microchip noted on Intake? N History : stray Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - compliant for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen - N Evidence of Trauma seen - N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear w/ small scabs at lateral canthi OU, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, small scrape noted on medial aspect of left hind leg; otherwise healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: DNP Assessment: apparently healthy young adult MN dog Prognosis: excellent Plan: ok for placement. SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to already neutered.
12/6/2017
S/O -BAR, appears docile and friendly -mild huffing cough, serous nasal discharge -appears eupnic A CIRDC P move to isolation doxycycline 300 mg PO SID x 14 days cerenia 60 mg PO SID 4 days
12/10/2017
S/O -BAR, docile, sweet boy -serous nasal discharge -huffing cough with intermittent end gag -eupnic, quiet lung sounds -soft abdomen A CIRDC, persistent cough P restart cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 2 days nebulize SID x 3 days
12/12/2017
12/12 - notes entered for 1088. Hx - day 7 of CIRDC treatment. S- sitting on bed, wagging tail. QAR. O- still has some mild nasal discharge. Recheck in two days.
12/21/2017
Hx: diagnosed with CIRDC and completed full course of doxycycline on 12/19 but was not cleared to move from isolation and treatment was not extended S/O -BAR, sleeping on bed when approached but then got up to come greet me at the front of the kennel -serous nasal discharge, soft sneezing -appears eupnic A CIRDC, persistent P Extend doxycycline 300 mg PO SID x 10 days Cerenia 60 mg PO SID x 3 days Recheck in 5 days
12/27/2017
Hx: Has been on doxycycline for CIRDC for 15 days S: Energetic, barking at me. O: -Wet nose, no active discharge -No coughing or sneezing -Eupnic A: CIRDC appears resolved P: Move out of isolation 1088
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Date of intake:: 12/2/2017
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray
Date of assessment:: 12/4/2017
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:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw.
Flank squeeze 1:: Item not conducted
Flank squeeze 2:: Item not conducted
Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away.
Summary:: Charles approached the assessor in the assessment room with a soft body. He allowed all handling, was social throughout, and displayed no concerning behaviors.
Summary:: Tolerant: These dogs are typically non-reactive on leash and will be either friendly or indifferent off leash. They can typically tolerate some rude behavior from other dogs and can be described as having a long fuse. They show relaxed, appropriate, easy-going body language around others. Charles has displayed polite, tolerant behavior when interacting with dogs in the care center. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department feels based on observation made in our care, Charles may be most compatible with other respectful dogs. *CHARLES IS A PLAY GROUP HELPER DOG*
Summary (1):: 12/2: When introduced off leash to a female dog, Charles greets politely and wanders the pen.
Summary (2):: 12/3: Charles is polite and tolerant when greeting.
Summary (3):: 12/4: Charles is polite and highly tolerant when interacting with groups of male and female dogs. He responds well to correction from dogs who are fearful or uncomfortable.
Summary (4):: 12/5: Charles continues to display this behavior.
Date of initial:: 12/2/2017
Summary:: Charles was calm.
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Charles so we cannot be certain of his behavior in a home environment. In the care center, he displays a medium level of activity.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Charles remains calm when in his kennel in the shelter environment and social with handlers outside of his kennel. He may display some anxious behavior (pacing, slight leash biting) but will engage with his care takers, taking treats and soliciting attention.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: AVERAGE (suitable for an adopter with an average amount of dog experience)
Behavior Asilomar: H - Healthy