Animal Profile
Chase
Hello, my name is Chase. My animal id is #71321. I am a desexed male black dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 8/3/2019, with the surrender reason stated as animal behavior - aggressive towards people.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Chase is at risk for behavior concerns. He has a bite history from his previous home, please see behavior notes. While at the care center he has displayed fearful behavior but has allowed some handling with staff. He has been diagnosed with a mass that will need follow up care.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
A staff member writes: Chase is one beautiful boy! He is fearful and needs a gentle, patience touch to break through that wall of his. This pup probably has the most goofy personality but for now he just wants a calm environment. He was relax with the kids from his previous home, and mostly keeps to himself when he is around other dogs. This pup definitely needs some TLC! If you understand how shy and nervous personality works than Chase is waiting for you at Brooklyn Animal Care Centers.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 92 lbs
8/4/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~ 5 years Microchip noted on Intake? No History :Owner surrender Subjective: BARH. No csvd Observed Behavior -Very nervous and tense, ears back, tense body language, barking, growling and showing teeth when approached in kennel. Sedated and muzzled for PE. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: adult dentition, difficult to examine due to muzzle PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: No murmurs or arrythmias ausculted. Increased BV sounds, no crackles or wheezes. ABD: Soft, non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, 2 palpable testicles, no discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no ectoparasites, healthy hair coat. Aprox 0.5-1inch ruptured wound/mass noted on dorsal aspect of carpus, no active discharge/swelling noted, granulation tissue noted, healing appropriately CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal externally Assessment: R/o ruptured mass/wound (LFL) no tx needed at this time healing well on its own Prognosis: Good Plan: Continue to monitor at BACC Neuter Continue to monitor wound/mass, recommend internal medicine consult if mass continues to grow SURGERY: Ok for sx
8/12/2019
History 8/4 os intake: ruptured mass/wound LFL - healing S/O: BAR, comes to front of kennel, low growl, lifting lip. Visual exam prior to sedation. Full exam performed after sedation. EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: mm pink, CRT <2, mod-severely worn teeth with staining and tartar H/L: NMA, SSP; Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male, two scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, healthy hair coat with regions of crusting, erythema at axillae (bilaterally) and focal regions along ventrum. Lick stain and mass (~1cm) at dosral LFL at metacarpals, no discharge noted. CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Dental disease Dermatitis Mass/wound LFL P: Neuter Cleaned areas of dermatitis with chlorhex - recommend regular medicated baths or topical treatment Recommend monitor mass/wound at LFL SURGERY: Okay for surgery
8/12/2019
Routine Canine Neuter Scrotal Incision, sharp dissection to exteriorize each testicle Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 0 PDS miller's and surgeon's knots Sub Q closure: 0 PDS single simple interrupted knot Green linear tattoo placed Surgeon: 1438 Additional notes: Cold compress applied post op, smooth recovery
8/12/2019
[Pre Medication] Dexdomitor: 0.83 CC IM Ketamine: 0.83 CC IM Morphine: 5.2 CC IM [Local Anesthetic Blocks] Lidocaine: 2 CC IT [Anesthetic Induction] Ketamine: 0.83 CC IM [Gas Maintenance] Isoflorane %: 3 [NSAID] Carprofen: 3.7 CC SQ [Reversal Agent] Antisedan: 0.83 CC IM [Other Meds] Cerenia: 4.2 CC SQ [Fluids] Rate: 410 CC/HR Total: 183 CC Surgeon: 1438 green linear tattoo placed ventral midline
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Upon intake Chase was nervous. No handling was done by counselor . All handling was done by a Animal Care Specialist.
Date of Intake: 8/3/2019
Spay/Neuter Status: Not Applicable
Basic Information:: Chase is approx. 5 years old. He is an unaltered male dog. He was surrendered to BACC due to his behavior.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults and 4 children
How is this dog around strangers?: Owner stated Chase is fractious towards strangers.
How is this dog around children?: Owner stated Chase lived with 4 children ages 9,13,17 &19 years old. He is very relaxed and playful around them.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Has not lived or been around other dogs so it is unknown of the behavior around them.
How is this dog around cats?: Has not lived or been around cats so it is unknown of the behavior around them.
Resource guarding:: Owner stated Chase resource guard his food and toys. He will growl if you try to take it away.
Bite history:: Chase has bitten a person but not an animal.
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Owner stated Chase is a Mellow and independent dog. When your home he likes to follow you around. He likes to play with balls and play a game of chase.He is mostly indoors. He sleeps in a crate . He likes to eat dry food one big bowl a day. he is mostly house trained. He is well behaved when left alone in the house but barks when left alone in the yard. He brisk walks on leash.
Date of intake:: 8/3/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: 3 Adults, 3 Children (3, 13, 17)
Behavior toward strangers:: Fractious
Behavior toward children:: Relaxed and playful (w/resident children)
Behavior toward dogs:: Unknown
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Resource guarding:: Previous owner reported Chase to growl if his toys or food are taken away from him.
Bite history:: July 2019: Previous owner reported Chase to have had a recent bite incident to the owner's left palm and her husband's left arm, resulting in broken skin. The owner was reported to be sleeping in her bed with Chase when her husband came home from work and yelled at Chase to go to his crate. Chase was observed to walk away, prior to redirecting and biting the husband twice on the left arm. When the owner attempted to remove Chase from her husband, Chase turned and bit the owner's left palm.
Housetrained:: Partially
Energy level/descriptors:: Chase is described as mellow and independent with a medium level of energy.
Summary:: Since Chase's admission to the care center on 8/3/19, his behavior has remained highly fearful and he is wary of all handling. Upon attempts to rope him and bring him outside of his kennel for walks and interactions, Chase has been observed to bare his teeth, low growl and hard bark when he is approached. During his interactions, Chase does not solicit attention and avoids contact from staff, unable to settle or relax. These observations are indicative of a very high level of fearfulness and stress. To eliminate the risk of increasing Chase's stress level any further, along with the risk of redirecting the stress onto a handler or another animal in our care, we will not be conducting a handling assessment for Chase at this time.
Summary:: According to Chase's previous owner, he has not lived or been around other dogs so it is unknown of his behavior around them. 8/4-8/6: When off leash at the Care Center, Chase is introduced to a novel female. He does not greet the female and avoids her and handlers for the entire session.
Date of intake:: 8/3/2019
Summary:: Nervous; No handling performed
Date of initial:: 8/4/2019
Summary:: Tense, very nervous, ears back, barking, growling, baring teeth; Sedated
ENERGY LEVEL:: We are unable to accurately determine Chase's energy level due to his high level of fearfulness observed in the care center.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 8/6: Chase repeatedly dodged the handler's lead when she attempted to remove him from the kennel. After several attempts, he finally allowed her to place it on him and walk him to the yard. With the help of another handler, both moved slowly and at Chase's comfort to attach a leash onto his collar. Chase displayed a low tense body whenever handlers moved near him and he immediately closed his mouth when one was too close. His body language was respected and everyone gave him his space. He explored the yard most of the session, and did not seek attention. After his session was over, with a slow approach he was placed on a lead and walked back to his kennel without an issue.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: Due to Chase's high level of fearfulness, the staff's inability to safely handle him without extreme caution, and his bite history, it is recommended that Chase be placed with a New Hope Partner to help manage these behaviors and decompress in a more stable environment prior to permanent placement in an adult-only home. We advise safe and appropriate management when handling Chase, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Bite history (human)
Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Previous owner reported Chase to growl if his toys or food are taken away from him. Please refer to the handout for Resource guarding. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Chase exhibits a high level of fearfulness and stress, where he has been observed to bare his teeth, growl and hard bark toward staff when he is approached. Please refer to the handout for Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Bite history (human): Previous owner reported Chase to have had a recent bite incident to the owner and her husband, resulting in punctures (SEE BITE HISTORY). Please refer to the handout for Bite history (human).