Animal Profile
Mongo
Hello, my name is Mongo. My animal id is #227769. I am a desexed male chocolate dog at the Queens Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 6/1/2025, with the surrender reason stated as animal health - will need ongoing vet care.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Mongo is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Mongo has a urethral prolapse that continues to bleed whenever he is excited or aroused. He also has a urinary tract infection and an enlarged prostate. He was neutered in care. He will need a surgical consult with placement to determine treatment for his prolapse. Behaviorally, he is very friendly and has allowed all medical handling.
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. Mongo is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Mongo has a urethral prolapse that continues to bleed whenever he is excited or aroused. He also has a urinary tract infection and an enlarged prostate. He was neutered in care. He will need a surgical consult with placement to determine treatment for his prolapse. Behaviorally, he is very friendly and has allowed all medical handling. What my friends at ACC say about me: I can go home today! I have lived with dogs in my previous home. I would do best in a home with only adult humans. I don't always like to share my food, toys or bedding with other animals. Not only do I pull at heart strings, but I also pull on leash! I will need someone to help me with my leash manners. I am playful and cute!
My medical notes are...
Weight: 36 lbs
6/1/2025
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~ 1 year Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative History: Agency Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Bright, calm, accepts pets, sits on command, food motivated, nervous, handling and exam are well tolerated. Is there evidence of Cruelty? No Is there evidence of Neglect? No Is there evidence of Trauma? No Objective P = 100 bmp R = Eupneic BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. brachycephalic airways. Oral Exam: scant to mild tartar, pink mm. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male, both testes wnl. Purulent smegma in prepuce. Inflamed bladder with wall thickening and enlarged prostate on POC ultrasound. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Externally normal Assessment - Cystitis- Suspect bacterial UTI Prostatitis Pododermatitis BOAS Prognosis: Fair Plan: Intake exam and tasks CBC/CHEM- to IDEXX - pending Urinalysis w/ culture - pending Enrofloxacin - 10mg/kg PO SID x 28d SURGERY: Okay for surgery
6/2/2025
Pre-Op Exam Subjective: BAR, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Objective: Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. UG: 2 cm red tissue emerging from urethra BCS = 5/9 Neuro: Appropriate mentation. CBC: All values WNL Chemistry: All values WNL UA: Protein 2+ Blood/HG 3+ WBC 0-2 RBC 0-2 Epithelial cells 2+ No bacteria, casts, mucus, crystals Assessment: -Brachycephaly -Cystitis (r/o occult UTI) -Enlarged prostate (r/o BPH vs sterile/bacterial prostatitis) -Pododermatitis -Urethral prolapse Plan: -Okay for surgery -Continue enrofloxacin 10 mg/kg PO q24h until 6/29 -Recommend prolapse repair with placement
6/2/2025
Pre-surgical exam, performed by an offsite vet. Medical record uploaded to Vet Documents. Notes: Rejected due to prolapse.
6/2/2025
Dog Neuter Was this dog a cryptorchid? No Scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 0 PDS, one transfixing suture Sub Q closure: 0 PDS, simple interrupted Vetwrap and ice pack applied to scrotum during recovery to assist in hemostasis
6/3/2025
Recheck urethral prolapse, neutered yesterday S/O: BAR, very active, stertorous breathing/panting, a lot of frank blood on bedding in kennel; no c/s/v/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge LUNGS: Panting, significant stertor when not at rest in kennel UG: urethral prolapse - approx 0.5cm pink tissue prolapsed, mild bleeding appreciated when white gauze placed against prolapse but no active hemorrhage at time of exam; blood in fur around perineum and scrotum, extending up towards tail - neuter site appropriate for 1 day post op with no active hemorrhage at time of exam A: Bleeding in kennel - ro urethral prolapse vs neuter site Urethral prolapse BOAS Prostatomegaly Pododermatitis Cystitis noted on POC ultrasound at intake P: Cleaned blood from fur - monitor closely to determine where bleeding coming from Start trazodone 9 mg/kg PO BID for FAS in shelter CTM closely on daily rounds
6/3/2025
[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: blood seen in cage appears to be comming from penis. Rounds vet is aware.]
6/4/2025
Recheck - BAR, active, stertorous breathing during interaction, no notable blood in kennel this morning, good appetite, no c/s/v/d noted, eupneic. Plan: CTM on rounds and recheck in 2-3 days
6/4/2025
Addendum 3pm - frank blood noted in large areas of bedding, prepuce has bloody discharge - extruded penis and urethral prolapse appears larger with blood clot at distal aspect. Plan: Add on gabapentin 20 mg/kg PO BID for sedation to minimize arousal and excitement Seek placement ASAP - patient may need surgery or purse-string placed, but will need to be closely monitored and kept VERY quiet post-op
6/5/2025
Recheck urethral prolapse, UCS results. **Note that surrendering owner reported that, one year ago, a friend who is a LVT took Mongo to work where he had surgery to repair his prolapse. He was kept overnight, o does not remember if there were any post-op meds - no medical records available. S/O: BAR, active and eating well, no c/s/v/d noted; frank blood on bedding this AM EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge LUNGS: Eupneic CNS: Appropriate mentation Urine culture results - klebsiella pneumoniae, sensitive to enrofloxacin A: Urethral prolapse + intermittent hemorrhage - *possibly repaired once, a year ago UTI/cystitis Prostatomegaly BOAS Pododermatitis P: Continue enrofloxacin SID Continue trazodone and gabapentin for mild sedation to prevent arousal/excitement Seek placement ASAP for surgical repair options
6/5/2025
Source: CYSTOCENTESIS Culture Results: Status: FINAL Isolate 1: Klebsiella pneumoniae - 1,000 - 10,000 CFU per ml Isolate 1 MIC Amoxicillin R >=32 Amoxicillin-Clavulanic Acid S <=2 Cephalexin S <=4 Cefpodoxime S <=0.25 Cefovecin S <=0.5 Ceftazidime S <=0.12 Ceftiofur S <=1 Imipenem / Carbapenem S <=0.25 Amikacin S <=2 Gentamicin S <=1 Ciprofloxacin S <=0.06 Enrofloxacin S <=0.12 Marbofloxacin S <=0.5 Doxycycline S 1 Nitrofurantoin I 64 Chloramphenicol S <=2 Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole S <=20
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
upon intake: he walked up to staff with a loose wiggly body and approached for pets. He took treats roughly and allowed staff to scan for ID, collar and take his picture
Date of Intake: 6/1/2025
Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Mongo is a aprox. 3-year-old, medium, male, dog. He was surrendered due to his previous family not being able to afford his medical care.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 1 child, 2 dogs
How is this dog around strangers?: He prefers contact on his terms, playful, friendly and outgoing
How is this dog around children?: He has lived with a 5y/o and is playful, friednly and outgoing
How is this dog around other dogs?: He is friendly, outgoing, and playful around familiar dogs. He alert barks at unfamiliar dogs while on leash. He is playful around unfamiliar dogs off leash. He has previously lived with two medium sized dogs.
How is this dog around cats?: No experience.
Resource guarding:: He values food and treats. He guards these items by hovering over them with tense body.
Bite history:: No bite history.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: He uses the bathroom outside, and inside on wee-wee pads. He is reported to have accidents a few times a month. He is reported to jump frequently, and pull hard while on leash (particularly towards other dogs). He is not bothered when held, when pushed off furniture, when his paws are touched, or when his collar is grabbed. He is fearful when startled, and when woken from sleep.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: He had one urethral prolapse that was surgically repaired in 2024. He has had a second urethral prolapse in May 2025.
For a New Family to Know: He is a social, affectionate, couch potato. He has spent most of his time in a backyard. He loves water/bath time. He is crate trained, and does well in a drop cage style crate for up to 8 hours. He is nervous while getting in cars. He knows, "come", "sit", and "stay". He is a very loving dog. He likes to play with empty water bottles. He eats Taste of the Wild wet and dry food.
Date of intake:: 6/1/2025
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 1 child (5y/o), 2 dogs(MMB)
Behavior toward strangers:: prefers contact on his terms, playful, friendly and outgoing
Behavior toward children:: lived with a 5y/o and is playful, friednly and outgoing
Behavior toward dogs:: friendly, outgoing, and playful around familiar dogs. He alert barks at unfamiliar dogs while on lea
Behavior toward cats:: Unknown
Resource guarding:: He guards these items by hovering over them with tense body.
Bite history:: No known bited history is reported.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Mongo is noted to have a medium energy level in the prior home.
Other Notes:: He uses the bathroom outside, and inside on wee-wee pads. He is reported to have accidents a few times a month. He is reported to jump frequently, and pull hard while on leash (particularly towards other dogs). He is not bothered when held, when pushed off furniture, when his paws are touched, or when his collar is grabbed. He is fearful when startled, and when woken from sleep.
Date of assessment:: 6/4/2025
Summary:: Mongo is currently unable to undergo a handling assessment due to his ongoing medical concerns. He was surrendered as an owner surrendered in the prior home, he was noted to be a social, affectionate couch potato. In the Care Centers, Mongo has allowed medical handling, showing a calm, accepts pets, sits on cue, food motivated, nervous during handling, and exam, but did tolerate it. He appears to be friendly and tolerant of most handling. His determination is reflected in the limited behavioral information we've gathered and observed. However, it’s unclear whether his behavior will remain consistent or if new behaviors may emerge once he is fully medically cleared. Positive reinforcement should be used when working with Mongo
Date of intake:: 6/1/2025
Summary:: oose wiggly body and approached for pets. He took treats roughly and allowed staff to scan for ID, c
Date of initial:: 6/1/2025
Summary:: Bright, calm, accepts pets, sits on command, food motivated, nervous, handling and exam are well to
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3
Recommendations:: No children (under 13)
Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Mongo's potential challenges, we recommend that he be placed in a home with no children under 13.
Potential challenges: : House soiling,Resource guarding,Basic manners/poor impulse control,Fearful,On-leash reactivity/barrier frustration,Strength/leash pulling
Potential challenges comments:: Resource Guarding: In his previous home, Mongo was observed guarding items by hovering over them with a tense body posture. This behavior suggests discomfort with having possessions approached or taken away. Training should focus on building trust through positive reinforcement, using trade-up techniques, and gradually desensitizing him to people near his valued items. Please the handout on Resource Guarding. House Soiling: Mongo was reported to use both wee wee pads and go to the bathroom outside in his previous home, but still had occasional accidents a few times a month. This indicates partial house training. A consistent bathroom schedule, supervision, and reinforcement for appropriate elimination can help improve reliability. Please the handout on House Soiling. Basic Manners / Poor Impulse Control: Mongo frequently jumped up in his previous home and has been observed attempting to mount medical staff in care, indicating poor impulse control. Training should focus on teaching alternative behaviors, reinforcing calm interactions. Please the handout on Basic Manners / Poor Impulse Control. Fearful: Mongo has shown fearfulness when startled or woken from sleep, suggesting sensitivity to sudden stimuli or transitions. A predictable routine, gentle handling, and avoiding abrupt interactions can help reduce fear responses and build his confidence. Please the handout on the decompression period. On-Leash Reactivity / Barrier Frustration: While on leash, Mongo has been noted to alert bark at other dogs, indicating reactivity or barrier frustration. Training should include desensitization to other dogs, focus-building exercises, and reinforcing calm behavior during walks to reduce reactivity. Please the handout on On-Leash Reactivity / Barrier Frustration.