Animal Profile
Rocky Balboa
Hello, my name is Rocky Balboa. My animal id is #79948. I am a desexed male black dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 7 months 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 10/26/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person health - pregnant.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Rocky Balboa is at risk for behavioral reasons. Rocky Balboa has displayed a low threshold for arousal and is easily overstimulated. Rocky Babloa would be best suited for placement with an experienced adopter that can provide reward based training. Medically, Rocky Balboa seems healthy.
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A volunteer writes: Ladies and gentleman, let's get ready to snuuuuuuuuggle! Meet Rocky Balboa, a family-friendly pet with a heart as big as his beautiful head. Affectionate, playful and intelligent, Rocky's ready to knock your socks off with his enthusiastic cuddles and kisses, then show off by demonstrating his mastery of come, sit and stay commands in exchange for treats. This handsome hunk's former family describe him as relaxed, respectful and tolerant and he's proven himself a good leash walker who greets dogs and people with friendly curiosity and knows to hold his business until he hits the great outdoors. Rocky enjoys exploring the park, playing solo games of toss'n'fetch or sharing his tug toys with a friend. When the day is done, you can count on him to join you for some chill out time on the couch. The undisputed champion of the Manhattan Care Center and a stunning example of boroughbred athleticism and New York City street smarts, he's an all round good guy who'd fit into an active home with ease. Rocky Balboa is already neutered and ready to go the distance with a new forever family. Can he count on you to be in his corner?
My medical notes are...
Weight: 52 lbs
10/27/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1.5yrs based on O hx. MC found? scanned negative. placed by LVT History: O surrender. O claims P doesnt like his wife after she became pregnant. Subjective / Observed Behavior - BAR, excitable and food motivated. Tense during exam, crouched low to floor. Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - none Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: did not evaluate PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: No murmur auscultated; CRT < 2. Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male. testicles are smooth and symmetrical MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. bilaterally symmetrical alopecia along the dorsal metacarpals (pressure sores) of digit #2 CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: externally normal. Assessment alopecia apparently healthy Prognosis: excellent Plan: recommend basic training to teach manners SURGERY: Okay for surgery
10/29/2019
S: pre neuter exam BAR in kennel, wagging tail and jumping up for attention, allows all handling, tense when stethoscope used O: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal d/c apparent heart ok no murmurs detected, lungs clear male intact, 2 testes palpable in scrotum A: apparently healthy P: neuter
10/29/2019
Dog Neuter Was this dog a cryptorchid? no If so describe -n/a Pre scrotal Incision Spermatic Cord Ligation with: 2-0 PDS 1x modified miller's and 1x transfixing Sub Q closure: 3-0 PDS in simple continuous pattern Skin closure: 3-0 PDS in intradermal pattern with small amount of tissue glue green linear tattoo place near midline on abd
10/30/2019
SO Post op recheck. Skin -- incision site is clean, dry A healing sx site P continue to monitor post op
11/13/2019
SO BAR in kennel EN -- mucoid nasal discharge A CIRDC P enrofloxacin 204mg tablet -- give 1 1/3 tablet PO q24h x 14 days doxycycline 300mg tablet -- give 1 tablet PO q24h x 14 days cerenia 60mg tablet -- give 1 tablet PO q24h x 4 days
11/19/2019
SO Recheck CIRDC day 7. EN -- eyes are clear. serous nasal discharge and intermittent coughing. A CIRDC P continue to monitor
11/22/2019
SO Recheck CIRDC day 7 EN -- eyes and nose are clear. P is sniffling A CIRDC P continue to monitor in ISO recheck day 14
11/26/2019
CIRDC patient- recovered move out of ISO
12/7/2019
Visual exam BCS 5/9 BAR. Wagging tail while standing at cage door.
12/13/2019
request to extend trazodone for behavior purposes Trazodone 100mg tablets, give 1.25 tablets PO BID indefinitely
10/29/2019
Anesthesia Summary – Canine Neuter Pre-Medication: Hydromorphone 10 mg/ml injectable, 1.2 mL IM Dexmedetomidine 0.5 mg/ml injectable, 0.24 mL IM Induction: Propofol 10 mg/ml injectable, 4.6 mL IV 22 g IVC placed in right cephalic vessel. Size 10 fr. ET tube placed, maintained general anesthesia throughout procedure on isoflurane and O2. Used rebreathing system with 3 L bag. Intraoperative IV LRS at 242 mL/hr Other medications: Perioperative pain medication: Rimadyl 50mg/mL injectable, 1.9 mL, SQ, post-operatively. Recovery: Prolonged Reversed with Antisedan 5 mg/ml- 0.12 mL @ 2:20 p.m Post-operative Medications Prescribed: Rimadyl 100 mg Tablets, Give 100 mg (1 tablet), orally, once a day for 2 days beginning the day after surgery. Anesthetist: 1575 Surgical Monitor: 1489
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Behavior upon intake Rocky Balboa has a loose and wiggly body. He allowed counselor to scan for a microchip, pet, collar and take a picture.
Date of Intake: 10/26/2019
Spay/Neuter Status: Not Applicable
Basic Information:: Rocky Balboa is a large mixed breed approximately 1 and a half years old who was surrendered due to the owner being high risk in her pregnancy
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 3 children, 1 dog
How is this dog around strangers?: Around stranger Rocky Balboa is super friendly, He will allow you to pet him.
How is this dog around children?: Rocky Balboa has previously lived with three children ages 7-13 who is described as relaxed, respectful, and usually tolerant.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Rocky Balboa has previously lived with a small mixed breed who owner stated he has never interacted with because they kept them in separate rooms in the home.
How is this dog around cats?: Previous home did not have any cats so behavior not observed.
Resource guarding:: Rocky Balboa isn't bothered when his food, toys or treats are taken away while in his possession.
Bite history:: No known bite history during time of intake.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Other Notes:: Rocky Balboa is anxious when left alone. He will destroy his toys as well. He isn't bothered during fireworks or thunderstorms. He also isn't bothered when pushed off furniture, given a bath, brushing her coat or trimming his nails. When unfamiliar people approach his home or while on a walk he will bark at first
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No known medical concerns during time of intake.
For a New Family to Know: Rocky Balboa is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, confident and excitable. He is known to have a medium activity level. Owner's favorite thing about Rocky Balboa is hes playful with the children and loves to watch tv. His favorite activities are running,playing and watching tv. When owner is home with him he stays in his favorite spot. He loves to play with ball, stuffed toys,squeaky and chew bones. He loves to play fetch, chase and tug. He was both wet/dry food Pedigree twice a day, about 3 cups. Rocky Balboa loves beef sticks. He is house-trained but will have a few accidents a few times a week if not walked on a schedule. When left alone in the home he will bark/whine. He has never been crate trained. Rocky Balboa knows the commands sit, stay, come, down and give paw. For exercise he loves slow walks on leash. When off leash he will wander some but come when called.
Date of intake:: 10/26/2019
Spay/Neuter status:: No
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender
Previously lived with:: Adults, children (ages 7 -13) & 1 dog
Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly
Behavior toward children:: Relaxed, respectful, tolerant
Behavior toward dogs:: Kept separate from small dog in home
Behavior toward cats:: Unkown
Resource guarding:: None reported
Bite history:: None reported
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Rocky Balboa is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, confident and excitable with a medium level of energy.
Other Notes:: Rocky Balboa is reported to have become fearful of the owner's girlfriend when she became pregnant and he started growling at her. Rocky Balboa is reported to be anxious when left alone and will bark, whine and destroy his toys.
Date of assessment:: 10/27/2019
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: None Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly social Call over: Approaches readily Sociability comments: Body soft, stays by assessor Handling Soft handling: Seeks contact Exuberant handling: Seeks contact Handling comments: Body soft, leans into pets Arousal Jog: Engages in play (loose) Arousal comments: None Knock: Approaches (loose) Knock Comments: None Toy: No response Toy comments: None
Summary:: 10/28: Due to lack of appropriate helper dog, only an on-leash greeting is conducted. Rocky Balboa appears anxious, whines, and turns away. 11/4: Rocky Balboa is introduced to the helper dog off leash. He begins to play initially, then becomes overstimulated, tense, and begins to snap and growl while chasing the other dog (no longer play behavior).
Date of intake:: 10/26/2019
Summary:: Loose body
Date of initial:: 10/27/2019
Summary:: Tense, crouched low to floor
ENERGY LEVEL:: Rocky Balboa is described as having a medium level of energy. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm.
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 12/12 While Rocky Balboa continues to display social behavior with handlers, he appears at risk for deterioration in the care center due to increased length of stay. Rocky Balboa displays stereotypical behavior in his kennel (barking, jumping up towards the walls/bars) and is unable to settle readily. When out, he has been observed to jump up and grab his leash intensely, tugging. When attempts to refocus are made, he makes attempts to mouth handlers.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Recommend no dog parks
Recommendations comments:: No children: Due to the behavior reported in his previous home of growling at the owner's girlfriend, as well as the arousal and mouthiness displayed at the care center, we recommend an adult only home.
Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control,Social hyperarousal,Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Separation anxiety
Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Rocky Balboa is reported to have become fearful of the owner's girlfriend when she became pregnant and he started growling at her. We do not know what triggered this response or if it may occur with other people in other contexts. Please see handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. Separation anxiety: Rocky Balboa is reported to be anxious when left alone and will bark, whine and destroy his toys. If Rocky displays this behavior in a new home, please refer to the handout on Separation anxiety. Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition: Rocky Balboa has displayed some mouthiness with handlers at the care center. Please see handout on Mouthiness/poor bite inhibition. Social hyperarousal: Rocky quickly becomes over aroused in the presence of people, jumping up and mouthing. Please see handout on Arousal. Basic manners/poor impulse control: Rocky Balboa jumps up on handlers at the care center. Please see handout on Basic manners/poor impulse control.