BISON – A1047229
Gone 8-22-2015 Manhattan
GONE 08/22/15
Manhattan Center
***DOH HOLD 08/08/15***
My name is BISON. My Animal ID # is A1047229.
I am a male brown pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 4 YEARS old.
I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 08/08/2015 from NY 11355, owner surrender reason stated was MOVE2PRIVA.
MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/19/2015 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 66.8 LBS.
recheck for signs of pain, bupren sr given 8/16. dog has no facial swelling and self limiting wounds resolving on the face. no indiciation for continuation of pain medication at this time. no signs of sedation, bright and alert, appropriate.
08/08/2015 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/08/15 20:36 Basic information Bison is a 4 year old male pit-bull mix. Client surrendered his dog because his moving to a resident that doesn’t allowed pets. Client got bison 4 years ago from a breeder. Client stated that bison never had any health issues or injuries until late last night when he was in an unprovoked dog fight with the client father’s dog. Bison suffered injuries on his face, head and neck. Bison was given medicines to help with the swelling. Socialization When bison is around other dogs and people he’s very playful and respectful. When bison plays with both people and dogs he’s very gentle and obsessive. Other than the previous altercation bison has never had any problems with other dogs. When bison is around children is very playful. When bison plays with children he’s gentle. Bison has no pervious history around cats. Bison had no prior bite history before the dog altercation. Behavior Bison overall is a pretty well-behaved dog. Bison is not afraid of storms or loud noises. Bison loves to takes baths and is groomed however; bison does have a bit of an issue getting his nails trimmed. Client stated when bison gets his nails trimmed his very wiggly and jumpy. Bison enjoys being brushed and has no issue with the removal of his belongings. For a new family to know Bison is very affectionate and friendly. Bison has a med/high activity level. Bison loves to run and play with anything he can find. When Bison is in a home he does follow the owner around while keeping his own space as well. Bison is mostly an indoor dog. Bison enjoys dry food. Bison is housed trained and never has accidents within the home. When bison is left alone in the house alone he cries for a bit and eventually just falls asleep. Bison is also crate-trained. Bison does respond to commands such as sit and stay.
08/20/2015 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Did someone say belly rubs?!! Beautiful Bison is all about the snuggles and no one appreciates a good tummy tickle more than this loving and lovable guy! We’ve only been outside a few minutes before he falls into a not-so-subtle belly-up pose and wiggles back and forth to let me know that it’s tummy rubbin’ time. He’s sooo soft and gentle and nothing makes me happier than the blissed-out smile of a dog enjoying his snuggles — if time allowed I think we’d both have stayed like that for hours! Purchased as a puppy and now surrendered because his owner is moving to a residence not allowing pets, Bison spent his whole life in that one home and though he must surely miss its familiar comforts, he’s putting on a brave face and trying to make the best of things at the Care Center. He walks nicely on leash, is said to be house trained (oh, yes!), crate trained and to know commands for sit and stay (nicely demonstrated for me), has no issues sharing his toys or food and even loves to be pampered with baths and brushing. We’re told he’s always gentle when interacting with children and friendly, playful and respectful around other dogs too and that when left alone in the house he cries a little before settling down to nap away the hours until his beloved human returns. During his behavior assessment Bison was shy and timid so he’s recommended for a home where he’ll be given time to settle in and learn to trust his new family but believe me, it won’t be long before the kissing (and cuddling) booth is open for business! Handsome, affectionate, sociable and already neutered, Bison is a total sweetheart and he’s ready to make a fresh start with a loving new forever family as soon as possible…will yours be the lucky one he chooses?
08/19/2015 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Bison pulls a bit on the leash. He was fearful and attempted to get away from the handler during some items of the assessment. Bison was shy and nervous during handling, with fearful body language. He became very fearful while playing tag. was uncomfortable during the paw items flipping his head and moving away with a bit stiff body language we decided to do the flank and Bison was a bit stiff and he moved away from the assessor. He was not interested in food, toys or rawhide. Bison does not approach other dog, attempts to exit. Bison was surrender to us. According to his previous owner Bison is very affectionate and friendly. Bison has a med/high activity level. Bison loves to run and play with anything he can find. When Bison is in a home he does follow the owner around while keeping his own space as well. Bison is mostly an indoor dog. Bison is housed trained and never has accidents within the home. Bison was fearful during the assessment he needs an adopter who can follow up on this behavior in a more stable environment and can provide any necessary behavior modification. The behavior department feels that he may do best with an experienced adopter. This dog is fearful and needs time to warm up to the handler. We also recommend a home without children Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 2. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, his tail is between his legs, body stiff, mouth closed, lip long, ears likely back, may lip lick. Tag: 2. Dog is fearful but unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends. Dog is likely crouching, may have long lip or lip lick. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog head flips while pulling back paw. Flank squeeze 1: 3. Dog head flips while moving hip away. Food: 1. No interest. Toy: 1. No interest. Rawhide:1. No interest. Dog-dog: 2. Dog does not approach the helper dog. Turns body to side in relation to other dog, or exits. Helper: A1047458
GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
No Group Behavior Summary
08/08/2015 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Negative MC Intact male BARH Mild staining on teeth Small, shallow bite wounds concentrated on face, one on front left paw, largest laceration to back of head (2in)–possible cellulitis on face, extreme swelling and painful; cleaned with novalsan, no deep punctures, might need shaving but swelling must first go down; no draining seen Negative fleas/earmites (activyl) Pyrantel given on food NOSF Behavior related to pain, seems subdued One time dose metacam for 1.2ml IM for swelling and 0.6ml x4d IM Buprenorphine BID x10d at 1.8 ml IM, first dose tonight Clavamox 375mg and 62.5mg BID x10d, first dose tonight
08/19/2015 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
recheck for signs of pain, bupren sr given 8/16. dog has no facial swelling and self limiting wounds resolving on the face. no indiciation for continuation of pain medication at this time. no signs of sedation, bright and alert, appropriate.
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