Animal Profile
Labubu
Hello, my name is Labubu. My animal id is #232170. I am a desexed male gray dog at the Queens Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 9 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a agency on 7/15/2025.
Labubu is on the at-risk list due to medical concerns. Labubu is a senior LMB who has come down with CIRDC and pneumonia. Labubu has allowed very limited handling while in our care. Labubu would benefit from a quiet low low-stress environment so their medical concerns can be addressed appropriately. Behaviorally, Labubu initially presented as fearful, but did give handlers clear warnings when uncomfortable; similar behavior was reported by the officers that brought him to the shelter (hard barking, growling). Over time, Labubu mostly keeps to himself during interactions with handlers, remaining easy to leash from the kennel and sitting for treats.
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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Labubu is on the at-risk list due to medical concerns. Labubu is a senior LMB who has come down with CIRDC and pneumonia. Labubu has allowed very limited handling while in our care. Labubu would benefit from a quiet low low-stress environment so their medical concerns can be addressed appropriately. Behaviorally, Labubu initially presented as fearful, but did give handlers clear warnings when uncomfortable; similar behavior was reported by the officers that brought him to the shelter (hard barking, growling). Over time, Labubu mostly keeps to himself during interactions with handlers, remaining easy to leash from the kennel and sitting for treats. What my friends at ACC say about me: My history is a mystery and my friends here do not know much about me yet! I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. I would do best in a home with only adult humans. I love to be loved, but on my own terms! Let's brush up on some canine body language together!
My medical notes are...
Weight: 82 lbs
7/16/2025
DVM Intake Estimated age: 9-11 years Microchip noted on Intake? No History: Stray Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Observed behavior: Whale eye, low growl, crouched in back of kennel. Sniffs at treats but does not take, does not relax. Sedated for exam with 0.2 mg/kg butorphanol, 10 mcg/kg dexmedetomidine based on an estimated weight of 65 lbs--deep sedation achieved Evidence of cruelty seen: No Evidence of trauma seen: no Evidence of neglect seen: No Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 5/9 OP: Mucous membranes pink and moist. No dental disease. EENT: Periocular dermatitis, corneas clear with no discharge. Moderate stenosis and dry ceruminous debris AU. Nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: male castrated, no discharge INT: Rough and diffusely thin/patchy hair coat, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, no noted fractures/luxations. Flinched when hind end is palpated/handled even while under sedation NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Diffusely thin coat (suspect moderate underlying allergies) -Otitis externa -Senior pet -Hind end sensitivity (r/o OA) Prognosis: good Plan: -Start gabapentin 10 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely -Cleaned ears, placed simplera AU -Applied douxo mousse to whole body once, did not extend due to high patient FAS Surgery: Neutered
7/23/2025
Progress exam: CIRDC noted on rounds Subjective: BAR, no S/V/D. Coughing/huffing noted Objective: EYES: Clear, no discharge LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -Move to iso, PPE sign & monitor log placed on kennel -Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO q24h x10days -CTM, recheck in 3 days
7/30/2025
Progress exam: CIRDC day 7 recheck Subjective: QAR, no S/V/D. Coughing/low huffing noted. AS: 3 noted on log & untouched meds in kennel Objective: EYES: Clear, no discharge LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: green seromucoid discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -Start medical feedings PO q12h x5 days -Alert DVM about changing tx
7/31/2025
Recheck CIRDC - diagnosed 8 days ago, poor appetite noted. Sedated for intake exam a couple weeks ago due to fearful behavior. S/O: QAR, resting on kuranda bed, does not rise when coaxed; food/med feeding uneaten, meds uneaten; coughing, no v/d/s noted EENT: Moderate mucopurulent nasal discharge, no ocular discharge LUNGS: Eupneic CNS: Quiet mentation A: Suspect pneumonia CIRDC Anorexia Senior pet P: D/c doxycycline Start enrofloxacin 10 mg/kg SQ SID Start SQ LRS 800 ml x 2 days Start cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ SID x 2 days Start entyce 3 mg/kg PO SID x 2 days Continue medical feedings Recheck tomorrow, consider move to med iso if space allows
8/1/2025
recheck suspected pneumonia pup S/O Brought into medical for exam, C++, lethargic, becomes QAR with handling, no s/v/d, C++, not taking treats EENT: mild epiphora OU, moderate thin mucoserous nasal dc HL: nma, increased BVs, eupneic MSI: amb x 4 A. CIRDC r/o pneumonia Anorexia P. Move to med iso for closer monitoring CWSCs CTM and recheck tomorrow seek placement asap- p is geriatric with suspected pneumonia
8/5/2025
Senior dog with CIRDC/pneumonia Last day of injectable Enrofloxacin. Patient is QAR in kennel. Mostly eaten food bowls in kennel. Gets up when approached. Normal respiratory rate and effort. Mild serous to mucoid nasal discharge. Coughing. A. CIRDC/pneumonia - improving but not resolved Improved appetite P. Ok to switch to oral meds - per staff, will take when meatballs are offered to face Enrofloxacin 2.5tabs PO SID x 5 days Restart LRS 800mls SQ x 2 days Extend medical feeds x 2 days **if patient does not take oral meds, switch back to injectable**
8/6/2025
Staff unable to administer SQ fluids safely - patient gets highly stressed by hands-on treatment. Eating well. OK to discontinue SQ fluids, continue with oral meds. Recheck as scheduled
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
During intakes the dog was fearful, minimum handling was done.
Date of intake:: 7/15/2025
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray(unknown History)
Date of assessment:: 7/26/2025
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild Reactivity to humans: N/A Reactivity to dogs: N/A Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Social- allows petting, leans into touch, gently takes treats. Call over: Readily approaches- gently takes treats Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Allowed- Wags tail, panting, stay still Exuberant handling: Allowed- Wags tail, panting, stay still Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follow- neutral body Arousal comments: Knock: Approaches- neutral body Knock Comments: Toy: No response Toy comments: Due to Labubu's high level of fearfulness and avoidance of handlers a handling assessment will not be conducted at this time.
Summary (6):: 8/04/25: Labubu is at the front of the kennel with a loose body and fast wagging tail. Labubu begins to walk out of kennel and starts to lick the handlers hands and is leashed as he walks out. Labubu is walked outside into the parking lot with a neutral body, sitting for treats and maintaining a loose body. Labubu is taken back into the building after a bit due to the heat, and enters kennel without issue. Labubu begins to demand bark at the handler when they walk away.
Summary (7):: 7/31/25: I took Labubu out with a Volunteer to get a better photo for his profile. Labubu was cautious at first, but with help of baby-talking and chicken, he eventually settled in. He even let me (gently) wipe his nose to get a better photo without snot on his snout. Sweet boy who definitely loves human attention! 07/29/25: When the handler approaches Labubu is standing with a loose frame as he begins demand barking. The handler is able to easily leash Labubu and escort him to the play yards. When on leash Labubu will walk with a loose gate beside the handler. In the yard Labubu will spend his time exploring the yard. The handler will offer Labubu treats which he takes softly out of the handlers hand. Labubu is escorted back to the care center, then to his kennel where he was unleashed and safely secured. 07/23/25: Labubu is at the front of his kennel barking and wagging his tail slowly when the handler approaches, and stops barking when the handler opens the door and leashes him. Labubu walks slowly out of kennel and onto the sidewalk, reverse sneezing, coughing and reliving himself in the grass. Labubu appears lethargic, so he is walked a short distance and when walking, notices a fake cat drawing on the other side of the fence, and begins to raise his hackles along his entire back and growl. Labubu is walked away and placed back into kennel with no issue. 07/17/25: When the handler approaches, Labubu is positioned at the back of his kennel with his head low and shoulders high. He emits a brief low growl before stopping. The handler tosses treats into the kennel, which Labubu eats and continues to search for in his blankets. The handler gradually tosses additional treats, encouraging Labubu to move closer to the kennel door. On the first leashing attempt, Labubu retreats and grumbles. The handler pauses, then resumes tossing treats to re-engage him. The handler is then able to lasso Labubu without issue. Labubu approaches slowly and follows the handler out of the kennel room and care center at a relaxed pace. During the walk, Labubu maintains a casual gait, frequently scenting and tracking along the path. When passing images of dogs mounted on a gate, Labubu pulls toward them and investigates closely, scenting them as if they were real. He is then escorted to the play yard, where he continues to scent the area and marks consistently. Labubu frequently checks in with the handler before being escorted back to his kennel. Once inside, he is unleashed and safely secured.
Date of intake:: 7/15/2025
Summary:: fearful, he lightly growled but allowed staff to leash and placed into the kennel. No further handli
Date of initial:: 7/16/2025
Summary:: Whale eye, low growl, crouched in back of kennel. Sniffs at treats but does not take, does not relax
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 4
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Labubu fearfulness, We recommend he is placed in an adult only home at this time.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Low threshold for arousal
Potential challenges comments:: Low threshold for arousal/Fearful/potential for defensive aggression:Upon arrival, officers reported that Labubu was barking intensely. ESU safely secured him in a crate, and by the time they reached the care center, he had calmed down. During intake, Labubu appeared fearful—he gave a low growl but allowed staff to leash him and place him in a kennel. For his medical exam, sedation was required due to signs of stress, including "whale eye," low growling, and crouching at the back of the kennel. He sniffed treats but did not take them and remained tense throughout.In the care center, Labubu continues to display fearful behavior, including low growling, crouching, and retreating to the back of his kennel.Training should focus on reducing fear through slow, trust-building interactions, using high-value treats, and allowing him to approach at his own pace. Desensitization to handling and kennel presence, along with cooperative care techniques, will be essential to help him feel more secure and reduce defensive behaviors. Please see the handout on Low threshold for arousal/Fearful/potential for defensive aggression.