Animal Profile
Shadow
Hello, my name is Shadow. My animal id is #58942. I am a male black dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 6 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 4/2/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- no time for animal.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Shadow is at risk, new hope only determination, for behavioral reasons. Shadow has exhibited fearful/aggressing behavior while at the care center and escalates quickly while allowing for only minimal handling. Shadow would be best suited for placement with an experienced rescue partner that can provide the necessary behavior modification. Medically, Shadow appears healthy.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 79 lbs
4/3/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:6-7 years Microchip noted on Intake?no Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : Owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - tense body posture; growling at approach Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no sedation for exam- butorphanol- 1.4ml; dexdorm.- 1.1ml IM Objective P = 40hr R = 30rr BCS 7/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NSF PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI with 2 down MSI: amb. x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities when walked in but then sedated Assessment apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: intake procedures antisedan- 1.1ml SURGERY: Okay for surgery
4/5/2019
adding trazodone 350mg PO q12h while in shelter
4/6/2019
S/O pt BAR EENT – clear bloody mucoid nasal dis-charge, no ocular discharge, mild nasal congestion, Assessment - Suspected CIRDC “typical kennel cough” Plan - + Move to isolation + Enrofloxacin 10 mg/kg SID for 14 days + 2 mg/kg cerenia PO SID for 4 days + Proviable x 5 days SID PO + Recheck in 7 days for resolvement and return to general population PROGNOSIS EXCELLENT
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Upon intake, Shadow had a loose body and approached me and sniffed my hand. Shadow remained loose bodied as I collared him and took a picture. Shadow was walked to his kennel by his owner and became a bit tense when in front of the kennel. Shadow eventually went in when his owner placed him inside.
Date of Intake: 4/2/2019
Basic Information:: Shadow is approximately a 7 year old male black and white large mixed breed with brown undertones. Shadow lived with previous owner for 7 years. Shadow was surrendered because his owner could no longer care for him.
Previously lived with:: Shadow previously lived with two adults
How is this dog around strangers?: Shadow is friendly with strangers. Shadow will allow strangers to approach and pet him.
How is this dog around children?: Shadow had previously interacted with a 3 year old child. Shadow is described as being friendly with the child and will allow to be pet.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Shadow previously lived with a 7 year old dog for 7 years who recently passed away. Shadow was described as being bonded with the other dog. During his walks, Shadow will pull towards other dogs during walks and may growl.
How is this dog around cats?: Shadow has never interacted with cats.
Resource guarding:: Shadow will growl if his food or bowl is touched while he is eating. Shadow will play tug if his toy is taken away from him. Shadow will growl and show teeth if a bone is taken away from him.
Bite history:: Shadow has never bitten another animal or human.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Shadow has a high energy
Other Notes:: Shadow is friendly when being bathed. Shadow is not bothered when his coat is brushed. Shadow is not bothered when his nails are trimmed. Shadow is not bothered when an unfamiliar approaches his owner.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Shadow has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know: Shadow is a friendly, affectionate, playful and confident dog. When at home, Shadow will follow you around and likes to be in the same room as you. Shadow was kept mostly outdoors and had her own dog house. Shadow would let inside the house during cold nights. Shadow was fed Purina Once dry dog food once a day. Shadow is house trained and will go out in the yard. Shadow has never been crate trained. Shadow was taken out for long walks on the leash 2-3 times a week. Shadow pulls hard on the leash. Shadow has never been walked off the leash. Shadow knows commands such a sit, come, and stay.
Date of intake:: 4/2/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 7 years)
Previously lived with:: Adults and a dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly
Behavior toward children:: Friendly
Behavior toward dogs:: Good with the dog in the home
Resource guarding:: Yes, Shadow will growl and show teeth if his food or bowl is touched while he is eating or if a bone is taken from him.
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Shadow is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, and confident with a high level of activity.
Date of assessment:: 4/4/2019
Summary:: In the assessment room, the assessor sat down with Shadow on leash. He jumps up on the assessor, growling. When he was being returned to his kennel, he began to lunge and snap at handler and a pole was used to return him to his kennel. For this reason, a handling assessment was not preformed.
Date of intake:: 4/2/2019
Summary:: Loose body, allowed handling
Date of initial:: 4/3/2019
Summary:: Tense, growled when approached
ENERGY LEVEL:: Shadow is described as having a high level of activity. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
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 the rapid escalation to aggression Shadow has displayed at the care center, we recommend an adult only home. Place with a New Hope partner: Due to the rapid escalation to aggression Shadow has displayed at the care center, we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide any necessary behavior modification (force-free, positive reinforcement-based) and re-evaluate behavior in a stable home environment before placement into a permanent home.
Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Shadow is reported to growl and show teeth his food or bowl is touched while he is eating or if a bone is taken from him. Please see handout on Resource Guarding. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Shadow has displayed a very rapid escalation to aggression at the care center, jumping up on handlers and growling as well as lunging and snapping at the when on leash. Please see handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression.