Animal Profile
Chase
Hello, my name is Chase. My animal id is #220656. I am a male black dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years old.
I came into the shelter as a agency on 2/16/2025.
Sorry, this pet is for new hope partners only.
Pre-Screener FormChase is at risk due to behavioral reasons. Chase has been observed to be highly fearful during his stay in the care center. During intake Chase quickly escalated to thrashing, alligator rolling, head whipping, and leash biting. In the kennel, Chase is observed to hard bark and growl towards handlers. Medically, Chase is apparently healthy.
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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Due to the detailed behavior issues, this animal is only available for foster/adoption through one of ACC's New Hope Partners. If you are interested in adopting or fostering, please fill out the pre-screener form. This animal is not directly available for adoption through ACC and is only available by completing the pre-screener form. Adoption inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form Chase is at risk due to behavioral reasons. Chase has been observed to be highly fearful during his stay in the care center. During intake Chase quickly escalated to thrashing, alligator rolling, head whipping, and leash biting. In the kennel, Chase is observed to hard bark and growl towards handlers. Medically, Chase is apparently healthy. Chase arrived at MACC as a stray with no known history. During intake Chase was observed to be highly fearful. Noted to thrash, alligator roll, head whip and bite the leash. During his stay in the care center Chase is observed to growl towards handlers and is not receptive to treats. Due to the detailed behaviors we recommend an experienced adult only home.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 66.6 lbs
2/16/2025
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-4 years based on the condition of teeth and eyes Microchip noted on Intake? Negative History: Brought in by the police Subjective: BAR H pink 1 sec Observed Behavior - Hard barking; tense; not interested with treats; high FAS Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen – No Evidence of Neglect- No Objective P = 80hr (sedated) R = 25rr (sedated) BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: scant tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI with 2 down MSI: before sedation ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: before sedation mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment Apparently healthy underweight Prognosis: Good Plan: Dog sedation: Using 0.9 ml dexmedetomidine (500mcg/ml) and 0.9 ml butorphanol (10mg/ml) IM Reversed with Antisedan- 0.9 ml behavior assessment Trazodone- 100mg (5 to 10 mg/kg po q 12 hrs) sig: 2 1/2 tab po q 12 hrs Intake procedures SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Date of intake:: 2/16/2025
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, No known history
Date of assessment:: 2/17/2025
Summary:: Upon arrival Chase was in an airline crate with a low head while growling towards handlers. Chase was receptive to treats and took them with a soft mouth. Chase allowed handlers to leash him when lifting the back of the crate. When they approached the kennel Chase began thrashing and localizing loudly. When handlers attempted to use leash pressure to guide Chase into kennel he began alligator rolling, head whipping and leash biting. Due to high levels of fear, stress, and anxiety Chase is not a candidate for a handling assessment at this time.
Summary (7):: 2/17/25: Chase is at the front of the kennel when handler approaches. He begins growling when the handler speaks softly. Handler tosses treats and Chase is not receptive. 2/16/25: Chase is laying at the front of the kennel when handler approached. Chase is tense with wide eyes. Once the handler is spotted Chase begins hard barking and growling. Handler kneels, turns to the side and speaks in a soft tone. Chase continues to hard bark and growl. Handler ends interaction.
Date of intake:: 2/16/2025
Summary:: Thrashing, alligator rolling, and leash biting
Date of initial:: 2/16/2025
Summary:: Hard barking; tense; not interested with treats; high FAS. Opted to sedate
ENERGY LEVEL:: We have no history on Chase so we cannot be certain of their behavior in a home environment. However, they will need daily mental and physical activity to stay engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct their energy and enthusiasm.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to fearful behavior we recommend a home with no children. 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,Leash-biting
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/ Leash Biting: During intake Chase was observed to thrash, alligator roll, head whip, and bite the leash. It is important to always go slow and give DOG the option to walk away from any social interaction. They should never be forced to approach anything that they are uncomfortable with or submit to petting or handling. It should always be their choice to approach a new person or thing. Chase would do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to their new surroundings. Please see handout on Decompression Period.