Animal Profile
Hazel
Hello, my name is Hazel. My animal id is #241249. I am a desexed female brown brindle dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years 1 months old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 12/14/2025, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- no time for animal.
Hazel has been placed on the At Risk list for medical reasons. She has a mass on the left lateral shoulder that needs removal and histopathology.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Hazel has been placed on the At Risk list for medical reasons. She has a mass on the left lateral shoulder that needs removal and histopathology - which we are unable to provide in a shelter setting. Behaviorally, Hazel has been social and allowed all handling from staff. What my friends at ACC say about me: I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. I am a sweet, social, older gal, looking for the perfect forever home! I have been known to shower my favorite people in love! I will need daily physical activity to keep me healthy and happy!
My medical notes are...
Weight: 62 lbs
12/14/2025
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 7-9 years based on the condition of teeth and eyes Microchip noted on Intake? Positive History: Owner surrender Subjective: Q-BAR H pink 1 sec Observed Behavior - Body relaxed; easily examined Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen – No Evidence of Neglect- No Objective P = 120hr R = 40rr BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: muzzled; limited view; dental disease 3/4 PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, no apparent murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS; appears to have a scar MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, mass noted left lateral shoulder- superficial encapsulated , healthy hair coat; overweight CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: mass on the left lateral shoulder area Prognosis: fair to good Plan: Intake procedures SURGERY: recommend mass removal and biopsy
12/17/2025
FAS meds. Heavily panting at the front of the kennel and vocalizing while the room is inactive 250mg trazodone PO BID indefinitely
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Spay/Neuter Status: Spayed
Basic Information:: Name: Hazel Age: 6-10 years old Color: Brindle Sex: Female Altered: Yes Size: Large/ Grande Surrender Reason: No one to care for the dog, work long hours of the day, allergies Length of time owned: 5 years Where the previous owner got this dog: rescued from a shelter
Previously lived with:: 4 adults, 3 kids (4 years, 2 years and 1 year) 1 cat, 2 dogs (smaller size)
How is this dog around strangers?: Tolerant, Friendly & Outgoing
How is this dog around children?: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful
How is this dog around other dogs?: Familiar dogs: Playful, Friendly & Outgoing Unfamiliar dogs - on leash: Playful Unfamiliar dogs - off leash: Tolerant
How is this dog around cats?: Cats: Friendly & Outgoing, Playful Other Animals: No experience
Resource guarding:: none reported
Bite history:: none reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: Goes potty on: Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.) Accident frequency: Never Additional info: Not reported Behavior concerns: None, my dog is the best! Additional info: Not reported Reacts to on walks: None of the above Reaction type: Not reported Additional info: Not reported How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Isn't bothered - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Isn't bothered - Startled: Isn't bothered - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Isn't bothered - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Medical info: Not reported Allergies: No Allergy info: Not reported Veterinarian: N/A Last vet check: 2/19/2020
For a New Family to Know: Description of this dog most of the time: Social/Affectionate, Lazy/Couch potato Where the dog spent most time: Bedroom, Kitchen Additional info: Not reported For grooming, this dog: Loves bath time/water, Allows owner/family to bathe and brush, Allows owner/family to trim nails Additional info: Not reported Walks on leash rating: 1 - No pulling (loose-leash during the entire walk) Walk Frequency: 1-2 times per day Walk length of time: 45 mins goes to the park 15 if we don’t go to the park Crate trained: Used to be crated, does not need it now, ahora no lo necesita Hours in crate: 7 Type of crate: Metal wire crate During car rides, this dog: Loves car rides! Additional info: Not reported This dog knows the following cues: Sit, go inside, go to bed Previous owner's favorite things about the dog: She’s cuddly, lifts you up when you are sad, and is the cutest dog ever This dog's favorite activities/toys/food/snacks: Going to the park, going for car rides, lives treats Type of food the dog eats: Both wet and dry food Brand of food: Blue wilderness
Date of intake:: 12/14/2025
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (5 years)
Previously lived with:: 4 adults, 3 kids (4 years, 2 years and 1 year) 1 cat, 2 dogs (smaller size)
Behavior toward strangers:: Hazel is tolerant and friendly
Behavior toward children:: Hazel is friendly and outgoing
Behavior toward dogs:: Hazel is playful and friendly
Behavior toward cats:: Hazel is friendly and outgoing
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: Goes potty on: Outside on walks (grass, cement, dirt, etc.) Accident frequency: Never Behavior concerns: None Reacts to on walks: None of the above Reaction type: Not reported How this dog reacts when... - Held/restrained: Isn't bothered - Disturbed while resting/sleeping: Isn't bothered - Startled: Isn't bothered - Pushed/pulled off furniture: Isn't bothered - Paws are touched: Isn't bothered - Collar grabbed/touched: Isn't bothered
Date of assessment:: 12/15/2025
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: None Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: Inconclusive Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Distracted Call over: Approaches handler readily Sociability comments: Sniffs around the office Soft handling: Accepts contact Exuberant handling: Accepts contact Comments: Neutral Arousal Jog comments: Follows handler, neutral body Knock Knock comments: No approach Toy Toy comments: No interest, No reaction
Summary (7):: 12/17/25: Hazel has been observed to be vocalizing and panting heavily at the front of the kennel when the room is inactive. 12/15/25- Hazel is at the middle of her pop up crate with a neutral body, she slowly comes to the front and is easily leashed. She is taken for a street walk. She walks on a loose leash with a mild pull at times to spots to sniff. No reaction to any stimuli and does check ins with handler. She allows handler to scratch her head, neck and back. She gently takes treats that are offered. She is taken for her assessment where is collared and explores the room. She is leashed and she plants, handler tosses in treats and Hazel slowly goes in her crate.
Date of intake:: 12/14/2025
Summary:: Allowed handling and contact
Date of initial:: 12/14/2025
Summary:: Body relaxed; easily examined
ENERGY LEVEL:: Hazel is described as medium energy. They will need daily mental and physical activity to keep them engaged and exercised. And we recommend using force-free, reward-based training techniques for them.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 1