Animal Profile
Luna
Hello, my name is Luna. My animal id is #88541. I am a desexed female brown dog at the . The shelter thinks I am about 12 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 2/14/2020, with the surrender reason stated as not a fit - too big.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Luna is at risk for behavior reasons. Luna came to ACC as an owner surrender due to behavior concerns; it was reported that she had sensitivity issues at her previous home and would snap if her face was touched. They claimed that Luna snapped at one of the children's, that is living in the household, hand and had bitten the resident cat. While in our care, we have observed similar behavior described by her previous owner. She snapped at a handler while they attempted to clip her harness. Luna remains uncomfortable, allowing minimal handling and is only been allowed to be walked by staff members. Luna is apparently healthy according to our Veterinary team. Due her overall behavioral concerns with her level sensitivity, we are recommending rescue placement.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 59.2 lbs
2/14/2020
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:12 Microchip noted on Intake?y History:o surrender. o said head shy Subjective: Observed Behavior -whale eye. muzzled for exam. rolled over and thrashed when examined, esp around head Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =80 R =wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, unable to exam ears Oral Exam:no exam possible PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:spay scar seen MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dry hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:good Plan:no treatment
2/19/2020
Per canine behavior, start trazodone 5mg/kg PO BID for shelter anxiety.
2/24/2020
Progress exam History: Intake 2/14/2020: Owner surrender, clinically healthy 2/19: Started trazodone for shelter anxiety Today, 2/24: ACS noted abnormal urine Subjective: BAR, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea. Noted on rounds board to have cloudy urine, frequent urination Objective: Cageside exam performed due to temperament Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. Integument: Unremarkable haircoat. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Assessment: -Possible UTI Prognosis: Good Plan: -Start clavamox 13.75 mg/kg PO q12h x 7d until 3/1 -Continue trazodone 5 mg/kg PO q12h indefinitely
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake, the owner collared. However, Luna allowed the counselor to scan for a microchip, leash, and take her picture without any issues. The ACS was able to walk her to her kennel without issues either.
Date of Intake: 2/14/2020
Spay/Neuter Status: Spayed
Basic Information:: Luna is an approximately 12 year old altered female large mixed breed that came in to BACC as an owner surrender. There are no known injuries or health issues.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults 3 children
How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers, Luna is shy for days. She doesn't play.
How is this dog around children?: Around children ages 7 and up, Luna doesn't play and is fearful. She will snap if her face is touched.
How is this dog around other dogs?: Has not been around other dogs
How is this dog around cats?: Around cats, Luna will chase and bite.
Resource guarding:: Luna isn't bothered if her food, toys, or treats are touched or taken away.
Bite history:: She has bitten a cat before 1 year ago. No puncture wounds. No blood drawn.
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: low
Other Notes:: Luna isn't bothered when pushed/pulled off the furniture, disturbed while sleeping/resting,and groomed.
Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: n/a
For a New Family to Know: Luna is a shy and independent dog. When the owner is home, she will follow them around. She likes to play with different types of toys. She is mostly kept indoors. She eats both wet and dry food. She goes potty outside. When left home alone she will bark. She understands cues such as sit.
Date of intake:: 2/14/2020
Spay/Neuter status:: Yes
Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 3 children
Behavior toward strangers:: Shy
Behavior toward children:: Fearful, snaps if face is touched
Behavior toward dogs:: Unknown
Behavior toward cats:: Chases, bites
Resource guarding:: Unknown
Bite history:: Luna has bitten a cat before though the bite did not break skin
Housetrained:: Yes
Energy level/descriptors:: Shy, independent with a low energy level
Other Notes:: Luna is reported to snap when her face is touched
Date of assessment:: 2/18/2020
Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Aloof, wanders Call over: Does not approach Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Head flips, snaps Exuberant handling Handling comments: Remainder of handling portion was concluded due to Luna's stress level Arousal Jog Arousal comments: Did not conduct Knock Knock Comments: Did not conduct Toy Toy comments: No interest
Summary:: According to Luna's previous owner, she has not been socialized with other dogs while in their care. Her past behavior around other dogs is unknown. 2/17: When off leash at the Care Center, Luna is introduced to a novel male dog. She greets him with a slightly hunched posture before walking away to explore the pens. 2/18: During today's session, Luna snapped at a handler when they were attaching a drag leash to her collar. Luna remained highly wary of the handlers and was hesitant to greet a novel male. Out of concern for her stress levels, a gate greet was conducted. She greets the novel male briefly.
Date of intake:: 2/14/2020
Summary:: Allowed handling
Date of initial:: 2/14/2020
Summary:: Whale eyed, thrashed
IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 2/18: Luna snapped at a handler when the handler attempted to attach a drag leash to her collar.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: New Hope Only
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
Recommendations:: No children (under 13),No cats,Place with a New Hope partner
Recommendations comments:: No cats: Luna has bitten a cat in her previous home environment and is reported to chase and snap at them, for these reasons we advise against a home with cats. No children (under 13): Due to Luna's overall level of fear and discomfort, we feel as though she would be best set up to succeed in an adult only home environment. Place with a New Hope partner: During her stay in the care center, Luna has remained uncomfortable, tolerating only minimal handler; she has been observed to escalate to snapping when uncomfortable. At this time, we feel as though Luna would be best set up to succeed if placed with an experienced rescue partner at this time; guidance from a professional trainer or behaviorist is highly advised.
Potential challenges: : Handling/touch sensitivity,Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Bite history (other animal)
Potential challenges comments:: Luna is reported to have previously bitten a cat though no skin was broken, please see handout on Bite History. Luna is reported to snap when her face is touched; she has also been observed to snap at handlers in the care center when uncomfortable, please see handout on Fearful and Defensive Aggression as well as Handling Sensitivity.