BRUTUS – A1049444

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BRUTUS – A1049444

***SAFER:  EXPERIENCED HOME***

NEUTERED MALE, BLACK / WHITE, PIT BULL / LABRADOR RETR, 6 mos
OWNER SUR – ONHOLDHERE, HOLD FOR ID Reason TOO MANY P
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 08/27/2015, From NY 11205, DueOut Date 08/27/2015,

Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary MC 985112004329659 Neutered male BARH Good teeth Some alopecia on head and throughout w/o lesions seen Negative fleas/earmites (Activyl) Pyrantel given NOSF Treat motivated
Weight 33.8

RE-EXAM: Hyper, can be handled, Neutered male, BARH, Good teeth, Some alopecia on head and throughout w/o lesions seen, ill thrifty – no thoghts of demodex, 4.0/9 BCS – thin – ribs seen, h/l wnl, abd palp wnl -nonpainful. A: thin, mildly ill thrifty with thin hair coat some areas, P: FBZ – granules 35 lb scoop in food SID x 5d. Approved TID feeding – notesent to be placed with cagecard.

A volunteer writes:  It did not take long, little peanut Brutus, barely a few days at the care center, has already made a name for himself. He is a greeter in playgroups with other dogs. It is no surprise. He is one friendly and sociable six month old, left with us without  any comment  by his dog sitter as his master never came back for him. Hard to believe  that anyone would dispose of a cutie like Brutus whose name does not represent well at all his congenial and enthusiastic personality. Brutus walks nicely on the leash and even eliminates as we entered the yard. He is petite, a bit too thin and wrapped in a coat in various shades of brown. His eyes are sizzling. His mouth is open. His tail is wagging. He is ready  for treats, ball games, walks, meeting people and other dogs. He wants to live his youth to the full extent of its span. Brutus is a puppy, of course,  carefree  and who wants to make the best of whatever presents to him. That is the spirit. Brutus can sit on command (he gives me a perfect sit) and takes dry liver eagerly from my fingers. He is hungry, too skinny and he has a growing body.  He runs and jumps after the ball and lets me take it from his mouth to continue the game. After playing quite a bit in the yard and his belly full, Brutus decides that it is time for a rest on my lap and for kisses and hugs. I am tired and I can not agree more. I like Brutus very much. He is tiny, lively, super friendly, good with other dogs and so ready to absorb like a sponge all the teaching you might want to give him. He will make a lovely student and forever best friend . Come and meet him soon at the Manhattan Care Center!

PROFILE: 

Where did this dog come from?  Stray – Found outside a few months ago lived in and out of  Mr. Beaumonts apartment.

ORIGINAL  SOURCE:  Found as a Stray

Does this dog have a microchip? Need to scan

Animal’s Name: Brutus

WHY ARE YOU BRINGING THIS DOG IN?  Other: All ready owns a dog

RELATIONSHIP: I’ve owned him less than 6 months

PEOPLE: Lives with _ adults

Does he get along with children?  Yes

Does he get along with strangers? Needs safer

Has he ever bitten anyone?  No

Has he bitten anyone in the last 10 days?  No

Describe his behavior:  Brutus was very excited. Got thru intake with no problems.

OTHER ANIMALS: Has lived with dogs- Got along fine with other dog.

Can you describe his behavior around animals he doesn’t live with?  No

PERSONALITY: Loves to play, is very active

BEHAVIOR:

Brutus was excited but very interested in interacting with handler during assessment – jumped up, tries to solicit attention, in constant movement. He is excited during handling and mouths the assessor at times, with little to no pressure applied and has a soft body throughout. He engages in play, loose body, wags tail, mouth is open, mouths leash and jumps up on the assessor. Brutus ate faster, his body was neutral and he was a bit difficult to push out of the food bowl, but did not growl, snap or bite. He was easy to handle when chewing on the toy and he took away the rawhide with a neutral body and was somewhat vocal.

Brutus was surrendered to the care center. Brutus got along well with the other dog in the household and is described as playful and very active. Throughout the assessment, Brutus remained friendly towards the assessor but was in constant movement and would often jump up or mouth the assessor. The Behavior Department recommends Brutus go to an experienced adopter that is prepared to provide him with adequate mental and physical stimulation as appropriate outlets for his energy. Brutus would also benefit from obedience classes to aide in curbing his jumping and mouthing habits. He also kept a firm grip on all resources but was very easy to trade him in order to take away the toy and rawhide, he may benefit from practicing trade up games in the home.

Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions.

Sensitivity: 2. Dog repeatedly turns toward the Assessor’s hand, with loose body and open mouth, mouths the hand, but does not apply pressure.

Tag: 1. Dog assumes play position and joins the game. Or dog indicates play with huffing, soft ‘popping’ of the body, etc. Dog jumps on Assessor once play begins and mouths the leash.

Squeeze 1&2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw.

Food: 3. Dog follows the dish, his tail between his legs, ears are forward. His body is neutral. Dog lifts his head from the bowl when moderate pressure from hand is applied to his cheek.

Toy 1: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. He does not place his body between you and the toy.

Rawhide: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His body is between you and the toy or rawhide, and he is neural and vocal. No growling or stiffness

Dog-Dog: When off leash with other dogs, Brutus is social and greets politely.  He appears interested in play, but is respectful with dogs who are more reserved

GROUP BEHAVIOR – *****Brutus is a social group greeter dog*****

When off leash with other dogs, Brutus is social and greets politely.  He appears interested in play, but is respectul with dogs who are more reserved.  8/29 update:  Brutus greets politely, and is respectful of dogs who are less interested in interacting.  9/1 update:  Brutus continues to offer polite greetings, and remains respectful of less interested dogs.  Brutus will engage in rough, mouthy play when solicited by a playful dog.  9/2 update:  Brutus is social and greets other dogs politely. He will engage in play when solicited. He interacts appropriately with both large and small dogs.

 

 

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