Animal Profile
Mango Lassi
Hello, my name is Mango Lassi. My animal id is #251865. I am a desexed male tan dog at the Queens Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 1 months 4 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 4/12/2026.
Mango Lassie is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Mango Lasso is behaviorally deteriorating in the kennel despite receiving daily enrichment. He has been observed repeatedly jumping up and down throughout the day, often with all four paws off the floor. At times, he is reluctant to return to his kennel and requires multiple treats to encourage him back inside. Despite these challenges, Mango Lasso is highly social with staff and enjoys spending time with them during borough breaks. Medically, Mango Lassie 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. Mango Lassie is at risk due to behavioral concerns. Mango Lasso is behaviorally deteriorating in the kennel despite receiving daily enrichment. He has been observed repeatedly jumping up and down throughout the day, often with all four paws off the floor. At times, he is reluctant to return to his kennel and requires multiple treats to encourage him back inside. Despite these challenges, Mango Lasso is highly social with staff and enjoys spending time with them during borough breaks. Medically, Mango Lassie is apparently healthy. Meet Mango Lassi! Mango Lassi was found running alongside a road and is now looking for a calm, patient home where he can learn that the world isn't so overwhelming. He can be a bit unsure at first, but once he starts to feel safe, his softer side begins to show. You might just be his favorite flavor of comfort! My Ideal Home Mango Lassi would do best in a calm adult-only home where he can take things at his own pace. He needs a gentle, predictable environment and people who understand that trust is something he builds slowly but meaningfully. With time, patience, and soft routines, he will really start to blend in and relax. Good with Other Pets? Mango Lassi has shown neutral behavior on leash around other dogs and would benefit from slow, careful introductions if living with another dog. Good with Kids? Mango Lassi is recommended for a home without children under 13 due to his fearful nature and need for a quiet environment. Things to Know Mango Lassi is a sensitive boy who can be nervous in new situations, but he warms up with calm, patient handling and soft encouragement. Once comfortable, he enjoys gentle affection and will lean in for connection in a very sweet, understated way. He does best in a low-stress home where he can build confidence at his own pace. Fun Fact Mango Lassi may start off a little shy, but once he trusts you, he's the sweetest companion.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 59.5 lbs
4/13/2026
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~1 years based on dentition / condition Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative History: Stray Subjective: BARH, pink moist mm, NATA CRT dt behavior Observed Behavior - Tense and whale eye / shaking with tucked tail but tolerant of medical handling / did not escalate Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? No Objective: P = WNL R = WNL BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Clean dentition - limited oral exam dt behavior PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2s, Lungs clear, eupneic, negative ITC ABD: Soft, nonpainful, no masses palpated U/G: Male - intact, two symmetrical scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, full orthopedic exam not performed INT: Healthy hair coat, no masses noted, no ectoparasites seen CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Wood's Lamp Exam: Not performed Assessment: Underconditioned Moderate FAS Otherwise apparently healthy MI young adult mixed breed Prognosis: Good Plan: OK for appropriate intake tasks ADD Trazodone 200mg (~7.5mg/kg) PO BID TFN SURGERY: Okay for surgery
4/17/2026
Noted during rounds to have vomited a large volume of food/liquid S/O: patient is BAR, mild delayed skin tenting and tacky mm EENT: No ocular discharge, scant serous nasal discharge Abd: Soft, non painful, no masses palpable MSI: Ambulatory x4 Rectal: clean, externally normal A Vomiting and possible diarrhea 4lb weight loss in 5 days P. 400mls SQ once 2.5mls cerenia SQ once Start on GI supportive care - diet change Brief recheck tomorrow to ensure no longer vomiting, eating well.
4/17/2026
Diarrhea present in kennel Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V. Diarrhea noted F/S: 7 Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4 NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed Diarrhea PLAN: Per standing orders -Start psyllium husk 2 scoops PO q24h x5days, & panacur 50mg/kg PO q24h x5days -Placed monitor log on kennel -CTM, recheck as scheduled
4/18/2026
Brief vomiting/diarrhea recheck: S/O: P is BAR and ate all treats when offered. No c/s/v/d. Kennel is empty with no feces visible. No reported vomit or diarrhea. Pink and moist mm. Eupneic. A/P: No further episodes of V/D. CTM on daily on rounds
4/21/2026
Pre-Op Exam S/O: BAR, no c/s/v/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge noted Lungs: Eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no notable lameness CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Apparently healthy P: Neuter today SURGERY: Okay for surgery
4/21/2026
Routine Canine Neuter Scrotal Incision, sharp dissection to exteriorize each testicle Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 0 PDS miller'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
4/23/2026
Progress exam: Diarrhea recheck Subjective/Objective: No stool noted in kennel, FS:5/ soft stool reported by staff. Assessment: Presumed Diarrhea appears resolved PLAN: Per standing orders -Start RC Gi diet x5 days -CTM closely on daily rounds while in QACC
4/23/2026
[Post Surgical Exam] Attitude/demeanor: BAR Appetite: eating well C/S/V/D: none Incision site: no swelling, bruising, or bleeding; sutures appear intact Pain level: appears comfortable Licking, chewing, or biting surgical site noted: no Additional notes: n/a
4/28/2026
[Post Surgical Exam] Attitude/demeanor: BAR, Appetite: eating well C/S/V/D: none Incision site: no swelling, bruising, or bleeding; sutures appear intact Pain level: appears comfortable Licking, chewing, or biting surgical site noted: no Additional notes:
5/4/2026
Behavior staff requesting behavior modification medication due to persistent signs of FAS (persistent jumping on kennel door). P on trazodone ~7.5mg/kg PO BID. INCREASE Trazodone 250mg (~10mg/kg) PO BID TFN ADD Clonidine 0.6mg (~0.024mg/kg) PO BID TFN
5/6/2026
Progress exam: Coughing noted on rounds board Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V/D. C noted multiple times on monitor log Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -Move to iso, ppe sign & monitor log placed on kennel -Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO q24h x10days -CTM, recheck in 3 days
5/13/2026
Progress exam: CIRDC day 7 recheck Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V/D present. Coughing & AS:3 per log Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC PLAN: Per standing orders -CTM, recheck in 3 days
5/18/2026
Progress exam: CIRDC day 10 recheck Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V/D. AS:3 per log Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge present MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed CIRDC appears resolved PLAN: Per standing orders -Move out of iso, signage placed -CTM on daily rounds while in QACC
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake Mango Lassi was social and friendly with staff. He allowed all handling.
Date of intake:: 4/12/2026
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray (Unknown History)
Date of assessment:: 4/14/2026
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Loose Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: growling in kennel when handler approaches Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Fearful- warms up with slow approach, shaking, lip licks Call over: Comes when coaxed- lays head on handler's lap, leans in for light petting, gently takes treats Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Allowed- neutral body Exuberant handling: Allowed-lip licks, whale eye Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follow- neutral body Arousal comments: Knock: No repsonse Knock Comments: Toy: sniffs walks away neutral body Toy comments:
Summary:: Mango Lassi arrived at the care center as a stray, so his behavior with other dogs is unknown. 5/9/26: Mango Lassi greets a novel female dog off-leash at the care center. Mango Lassi at the gate is neutral bodied, hunches over, and begins to sniff the female who is loose bodied and also sniffing. Mango Lassi offers a play bow and begins to chase the female along the gate. Both dogs greet on leash, and Mango walks up to sniff, performs a chin over, and begins to tense and vocalize/snarl at the female as she disengages. Both dogs are separated and returned to the kennel.
Summary (6):: 6/5/26: Mango lassi was laying down in back of kennel on approach. Got up and came to front of kennel when door was unlocked. Mango Lassi was affiliative and loose with handler, leaning in for pets. Mango responded to commands of sit down and paw, remaining attentive. Handler then worked on stay. Mango lassi was leashed and returned to kennel with no issue. 6/5/26: Mango Lassi is observed to be baulking at the front of his kennel when returning back to his kennel. He does not enter the kennel on his own until multiple handlers toss a bunch of treats inside. 6/3/26: When a staff member approached Mango Lassi's kennel began jumping up and down (all four paws appeared to leave the ground at times) and barked. They stopped for a bit then resumed this behavior. 05/30/26: Noted to jump up towards the top of his kennel repeatedly.
Summary (7):: 05/27/26 (Trainer Note): Mango Lassi is laying down in his kennel as the handler approaches. He stands and comes to the front upon noticing the handler, jumping up once onto the door. Mango Lassi is loose and social with the handler, leaning into contact with a soft body. He is fearful of the mat so the handler abandons attempts to encourage him to step up. Mango Lassi responds readily to sit, down, and paw cues. The handler works with him on fading the lure and increasing reliability. He is easily leashed and returned to kennel without issue. 5/21/26: Mago Lassi greeted handler at front of kennel with a loose and wiggly body. He was easily leashed and pulled from kennel. He stopped several times to sniff and investigate his surroundings. While walking Mango Lassi would turn around and look at handler who would then reward him with a treat. Mango Lassi would lightly pull during his walk and walk next to and slightly ahead of handler. He was returned to kennel with no issue. 5/18 & 5/19: Mango Lassi is seen jumping up and barking repeatedly throughout the day even when the room is quiet. 5/9/26 (PG): Mango Lassi was at front of kennel with a neutral body. He was easily leashed and taken to the backyard for playgroup. He started to play with the other dog but got overwhelmed and had to be removed and returned to kennel. 4/25/26 (late entry): Mango Lassi is at the front of his kennel standing with his front paws on the kennel door. He is leashed with ease and brought out on a walk. Throughout the walk, Mango Lassi will explore the surroundings with a soft frame and will occasionally check in with the handler for treats, taking them gently. He will become slightly mouthy at one point but is easily redirected with treats and will then continue sniffing. He is returned to his kennel with no issue.
Date of intake:: 4/12/2026
Summary:: social and friendly with staff. He allowed all handling.
Date of initial:: 4/13/2026
Summary:: Tense and whale eye / shaking with tucked tail but tolerant of medical handling / did not escalate
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Mango Lassi fearfulness, we reccomend he be placed in No children (under 13). Recommend no dog parks: Mango Lassi has been observed to become easily overaroused in playgroup, so we recommend he does not visit dog parks.
Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Kennel presence
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: During Mango Lassi medical exam he is noted to have a tense and whale eye / shaking with tucked tail but tolerant of medical handling / did not escalate. During Mango Lassi behavioral assessment, he is noted to become timid but will warm up to handlers. Training should focus on slow, reassuring transitions, reinforcing calm behavior, and building positive associations with handling. Please see the handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Kennel presence: Mango Lassi is noted to growl in his kennel when handlers go to leash him.