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Sasha is seeking emergency placement for medical reason. She had a mammary gland tumor and severe dental disease. She needs treatment that we cannot provide. Behaviorally, she has high level of fear and anxiety.

Sasha is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. She has several serious co-morbidities including breast cancer, heart changes, and advanced dental disease. She needs care and attention that we cannot provide. Behaviorally, once she warms up to handler she prefers to be carried around but is known to snap at new handlers so a slow approach is needed.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. This pet is available only through ACC New Hope partners. To adopt or foster, please complete the pre-screener form below. Inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Sasha is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. She has several serious co-morbidities including breast cancer, heart changes, and advanced dental disease. She needs care and attention that we cannot provide. Behaviorally, once she warms up to handler she prefers to be carried around but is known to snap at new handlers so a slow approach is needed. Shasha came into the care center as an owner surrender. During her stay at the care center Sasha has been observed to snap at handler when they attempt to handler her, she has also been observed to be anxious panting and pacing in kennel. Due to these detailed behaviors we recommend an adult only home at this time.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 8.1 lbs

Vet Notes
Medical Notes

5/2/2024

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 11-13y Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Owner surrender due to bleeding on face. O was not forthcoming about information about age or condition. Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Tense and trembling, but does seek attention from handler. Allows for all handling, but is sensitive around face. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Neglect seen-no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes OU moderate nuclear sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: severe dental disease, but attempts to bite when oral exam performed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female spayed, green tattoo present on abdomen. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, approx 4cm firm sc mass in inguinal area, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal external Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment dental disease mammary mass subocular swelling OD-r/o tooth root abscess v neoplasia Prognosis: fair-poor Plan: intake tasks cbc/chem to lab if all ok plan sedation to evaluate mouth to r/o abscess v mass 0.55ml convenia sc once 0.3ml carprofen 50mg/ml sc once soft food only SURGERY: already spayed

5/3/2024

CBC HCT 47.8 % Hgb 16.3 g/dL WBC 12.0 k/uL - normal differential CHM Glucose 86 mg/dL SDMA 8 ug/dL Creatinine 0.7 mg/dL BUN 26 mg/dL Mild hypernatremia 156 mmol/L Other electrolytes WNL A: Unremarkable bloodwork P: Sedate for oral exam to assess for oral nasal fistula

5/3/2024

BAR in kennel marked reduction in facial swelling P: sedate for oral exam 0.15ml dexmedetomidine 500mcg/ml and 0.15ml butorphanol 10mg/ml IM no visible mass, but severe PDDZ Extracted 108, 208 and 106 with very light traction. Needs further dental care with radiographs and likely extraction of remaining teeth Continue carprofen 3 days 25mg tablets 3/4 tablet PO SID x3d full reversal 0.15ml antisedan IM

5/4/2024

Hx: S: QAR, trembling in kennel, ate some o/n but most of wet food is hidden under linen and smushed O: EENT: Nuclear sclerosis OU, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Small wound under right eye, healing well on own (pHx of sub-ocular swelling) Oral Exam: hx of severe PDDZ but did not examine due to prior reports of sensitivity H/L: normal rhythm, no murmur detected, lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Soft, non-painful, no masses palpated MSI: Ambulatory x 4 CNS: Mentation appropriate/alert A: Severe dental disease, several teeth extracted 5/3 with ease due to severity of disease Mammary mass in inguinal region Nuclear sclerosis OU Spayed female Abscess- healing with antibiotics Prognosis: Fair Plan: Continue with current treatment plan Start low dose Trazodone for FAS (Rx: Trazodone 25mg PO BID indefinitely while in care) Recommend placement for dental + extractions

5/5/2024

QAR, pet ate o/n. Oral: Severe tartar and gingival recession. Erosion right cheek with no swelling. MSI: Two 3 cm firm, subcutaneous masses along right mammary chain. Masses are not ulcerated. A: Senior spayed female Periodontal disease stage 4/4 Mammary masses Plan Advise placement for dental radiographs and extractions with local DVM

5/6/2024

Issue List: - severe dental disease - mammary gland tumors QAR H eating some; trying to bite EENT: dental disease H/L: eupneic PLN: WNL ABD: relaxed U/G: FS; right sided, lobulated MGT (~3cm x 2 cm x 1 cm) caudal chain MSI: Ambulatory x 4, dull hair coat CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities A) MGT Severe dental disease FAS P) EPL

5/14/2026

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 16 yr Microchip noted on Intake? positive History:stray Subjective:stray Observed Behavior - aloof, tense for exam Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? none Objective: QAR adequate hydration mm pigmented P = WNL R = WNL BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyesnuclear opacity OU , ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:heavy dental calculi obscures most teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, III/VI sternal HM, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:spay tattoo, caudal MGT tubular in shape, 5 cm x 2 x 2cm, very firm MSI: weakly Ambulatory x 4, kyphosis, haircoat dry, generalized muscle atrophy esp hindquarters. Bony changes to bilat stifles, crepitus. All nails overgrown, interfre with gait all nail overgrown CNS: Mentation appropriate -hemistanding abnormal- hindquarters poor balance Rectal:not performed Assessment: poor BCS geriatric cataracts HM severe dental disease, ideally would get extractions however pet not good candidate for GA, would need work up mobility issues both orthopedic and neurologic effects Prognosis:fair Plan: nail trim to help with balance seek placement

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Date of intake:: 5/13/2026

Spay/Neuter status:: Yes

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, With history

Other Notes:: Previous stay: 5/2/24: Owner Surrender During her previous stay in the care center, Sasha was not a candidate for a handling assessment due to snapping at handlers. *Previous assessments can be given upon request*

Date of assessment:: 5/17/2026

Summary:: Due to medical status a handling assessment will not be conducted at this time. A behavior determination will be made off enrichemnt notes. Sasha was surrendered as a stray, so their past behavior in a home setting is unknown. In the Care Centers, Shasha has allowed medical handling with a tense body. She was otherwise aloof to handlers. Shasha appears to be lethargic and did not approach handlers when they attempted to remove her from kennel. Familiar handlers state that she does not walk and has to be carried. During her previous stay in the care center, Sasha was noted to be highly fearful and would escalate to snapping and attempting to bite handlers. Sasha's determination is reflected in the limited behavioral information we've gathered and observed. However, it’s unclear whether their behavior will remain consistent or if new behaviors may emerge once they are fully medically cleared. Positive reinforcement should be used when working with Sasha. **5/7/24** Due to snapping at handler a handling assessment was not conducted during this time.

Summary:: 5/7/24: When greeting other dogs Sasha walked around in a circle and approached the gate panting. After approaching the gate Sasha continued walking in a circle, interaction was ended.

Summary (7):: 5/17/26 (Assessment): Sasha was sleeping when handler approached. Handler tapped on her to wake her when took a little while. Once awake she slowly lifted her head and it wobbled. She made no other movement. Handler thought it was best to leave her resting.

Date of intake:: 5/13/2026

Summary:: Friendly

Date of initial:: 5/14/2026

Summary:: aloof, tense for exam

ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Sasha so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in addition to physical exercise, to positively direct her energy and enthusiasm.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:: Due to how uncomfortable Sasha is currently with touch and novel stimuli, we feel that an adult-only home would be most beneficial at this time. We recommend placement with a New Hope rescue partner who is able to provide an experienced, adult-only foster home. Force-free, reward based training and/or consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended.

Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Anxiety

Potential challenges comments:: Fearful Defensive: Sasha has been observed to snap at handlers when uncomfortable. It is important to move slowly with Sasha, to build positive associations (treats/toys/praise), and to allow Sasha to initiate interactions with new people. She should never be forced to greet or to interact if she is not comfortable and soliciting attention. Please see handout on Fearful and Defensive Aggression. Anxiety: Sasha has been observed to be anxious in kennel, panting, pacing and walking in circles. If Sasha displays anxious behavior in her future home, we recommend puzzle toys, long walks, and giving her other things to focus on to alleviate their anxiety. Positive reinforcement, force-free training should be used. Please see handout on Generalized Anxiety.