Animal Profile
Remy
Hello, my name is Remy. My animal id is #77588. I am a desexed male white dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 10/10/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person health - medical.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Remy is at risk due to behavior, New Hope Only determination. Due to Remy's multiple bite history and touch sensitivity we feel he would do best in an adult only environment with a New Hope partner prepared to manage care. Medically there are no major concerns at this time.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
A staff member writes: Long walks on the beach and a great sunset... does this appeal to you because it does for me? I'm Remy, by the way. I'm small, I've got a great haircut, and I'm seeking to be a great companion in a low key home. I can become a bit uncomfortable when meeting strangers, and would prefer an adult only home that can understand my needs for slow approach. Could this be you?
My medical notes are...
Weight: 16 lbs
10/13/2019
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5yrs (reported) Microchip noted on Intake? History: O/s due to no longer being able to care for dog d/t medical reasons, history of aggression toward new people Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Tentative to be approached, quiet, no jumping/barking/growling, froze w/ muzzle, tense but allowed exam Evidence of Cruelty seen - N Evidence of Trauma seen - N Objective T = DNP P = 120 R = 24 BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Limited oral exam performed d/t muzzle but adult incisors visible, grade 1-2/4 dental tartar on visible teeth 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, Grade 2/4 L MPL, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Not performed Wood's Lamp Exam: Not performed Assessment: apparently healthy young adult MN dog 1) Grade 2/4 L MPL 2) Mild dental tartar Prognosis: Good Plan: Ok for placement. Rec joint supplements for MPL.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Date of Intake: 10/10/2019
Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered
Previously lived with:: 1 Adults 2 Cats
How is this dog around strangers?: Remy will attack new people and will bite. The owner stated Remy does not give a warning sign and will bite and does not let go until the owner steps in.
How is this dog around children?: No children in previous home.
How is this dog around other dogs?: No dogs in previous home.
How is this dog around cats?: Remy are kept separated by a gate in the home.
Resource guarding:: Remy is not bothered when the owner touches his food bowl, toys or treats.
Bite history:: Remy snapped at the owner yesterday when Remy was on the bed. The owner stated Remy was on the bed and when the owner tried to move him he growled and snapped at the owner. Remy bit the right hand of the owner , but it did not draw blood or needed any medical attention.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium energy level
Other Notes:: Remy enjoys baths and enjoys playing in the water.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Remy has no known medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Remy is and indoor dog and enjoys sleeping with the owner or the on the sofa. Remy enjoys playing with squeaky toys and flavored bones. Remy is wee-wee pad trained and is taken out for walks in the mornings only. Remy is not taken out during the day because the children get off from school and will attempt to growl, bark and snap. Remy is fed house food once a day and is also given Alpo dry dog food only.
Date of intake:: 10/10/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: Adults, Cats
Behavior toward strangers:: Attacks and bites without warning, holds on
Behavior toward children:: Barks, growls and snaps at them
Behavior toward cats:: Kept separate from them in home
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: Yes, Remy bit the owner on the right hand. The owner attempted to move Remy off of the bed when Remy growled and bit the owner on the right hand. The bite did not draw blood or require medical attention. Remy has previously bitten other people and bites and holds on until the owner steps in and gets her to let go.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Remy is described as having a medium level of energy.
Date of assessment:: 10/13/2019
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: None Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: None Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Moderately social Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Body neutral, sniffs around room, comes over when called Handling Soft handling: Tolerates contact Exuberant handling: Tolerates contact Handling comments: Body tense Arousal Jog: Follows (loose) Arousal comments: None Knock: No response Knock Comments: None Toy: No response Toy comments: None
ENERGY LEVEL:: Remy is described as having a medium level of activity.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to Remy being reported to bark, growl, and snap at children in his previous home, as well as due to his multiple bite history, we recommend an adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Remy be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Remy to acclimate comfortably to his new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Remy to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Remy presents with outside of the care centers.
Potential challenges: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression,Bite history (human)
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Remy is reported to not be good with unfamiliar people and to bite them. Care must be taken to go extremely slowly with Remy. Please see handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Handling/touch sensitivity: Remy bit his owner when she attempted to move him off the bed, showing discomfort with being handled in certain ways. Care should always be taken when handling or moving Remy. Please see handout on Handling Sensitivity. Multiple-bite history/risk of future aggression: Remy bit his owner's hand when she moved him off the bed, not breaking skin. He has bitten unfamiliar people, biting and holding on until his owner gets him off. Please see handout on Bite History.