CHUCKIE – A1056867

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Manhattan Center 

My name is CHUCKIE. My Animal ID # is A1056867.
I am a neutered male black and brown chihuahua sh mix. The shelter thinks I am about 12 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 11/04/2015 from NY 10031, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/05/2015 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 6.4 LBS.

11/05/15 15:11 Dense nuclear sclerosis OU 3/6 left apical holosystolic heart murmur Severe tartar Exam o/w wnl

11/04/2015 PET PROFILE MEMO
11/04/15 13:28hrs Chuckie appears to be 9 year old male Chihuahua. He was cared for by his finder for less than a week. He has been surrendered because his finder has too many pets. SOCIAL LIFE & PERSONALITY He is described as affectionate, playful and sometimes grouchy. He has lived in a home with one adult and a 1 year old and 6 year old child. His finder stated that Chuckie is relaxed around the children, allowing them to pet and play with him. Chuckie interacted with Yorkshire terrier mix dog in the finder’s home and was relaxed with the dog. BEHAVIOR Chuckie’s finder stated he allows petting but sometimes he will low growl if his head and neck is touched excessively. He has never bitten or scratched anyone. Chuckie’s finder stated that he low growls sometimes when he is approached while eating. He enjoys being brushed. Chuckie was comfortable with visitors that entered the home. He would be hesitant to approach at first but relax after he is allowed to sniff the person. Chuckie appears to be trained to use wee wee pads. The finder stated that Chuckie did not have accidents in the house. FOR A NEW FAMILY TO KNOW Chuckie appears to know the commands “sit” and “down.” He didn’t appear to play with toys. Chuckie was allowed to roam free in the home and behaved well when left alone. He was fed Beneful dry dog food. He would sleep in the finder’s bedroom. DURING INTAKE Chuckie wagged his tail while walking around the room. He allowed the Admissions Counselor to approach and pet him. He was collared, scanned for a microchip (positive) and photographed without displaying any negative behavior.

11/07/2015 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Little Chuckie I call Angie has been eying me for a few days, now…He is a tiny thing sitting right behind his door and hoping to slide into into a caretaker’s arms, be in company and go for a walk. Somehow, I never had time for him, taking big dogs out as they seemed so much more in need. I thought to myself, who would not want such a cute Chihuahua, so sweet looking and engaging… Of course, he is old and with a wee heart murmur….but I bet that he still has a few more years of love to give to a worthy new master…. So, today, I met Chuckie on a walk with another volunteer. He was coming back from the park and had been en exemplary pooch, polite with other dogs, not chasing squirrels and birds, doing his business and energetic enough to go for such a long stroll. He is a little timid but warms up so quickly in the arms. He loves kisses and caresses. I know he will make a very loyal companion and friend. Tiny Chuckie needs your help tonight. Do ask for him, give him a chance. I know you will not regret it..Chuckie is at the Manhattan Care Center.

11/06/2015 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Chuckie was found as a stray and stayed with the finder for a week, in a home with an adult, a 1-year-old, and a 6-year-old. He is reported to be relaxed with the children and social with a Yorkie mix in the home. The finder reports that Chuckie allows petting but may growl when his head or neck are touched. He may also growl when approached while eating. He is also noted to be paper and house trained. During his SAFER assessment, Chuckie was social and easy to handle. He showed no aggression concerns. However, due to his previous owner’s notes about discomfort with having his head and neck touched, and possible mild food guarding behavior (growling), we recommend an experienced adopter for Chuckie. Look: 1. Dog’s eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. His eyes are averted and his ears are relaxed or back. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. No interest. Dog-dog: When off leash with other dogs Chuckie is a bit anxious and will spend his time wandering in the yard.

11/05/2015 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs Chuckie is a bit anxious and will spend his time wandering in the yard.

11/05/2015 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Microchip: 480D5D6F7B Sex: neutered male Age: appx 12y Mentation: BARH Eyes: opacity due to age Ears: clear Nose: no d/c Teeth: heavy tartar and wear, some missing, gums swollen If abnormal BCS: WNL Skin: WNL Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A, overgrown nails, trimmed Any injuries: no Behavior: timid but allows handling and warms easily Medication: N/A, preventatives given

11/05/2015 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
11/05/15 15:11 Dense nuclear sclerosis OU 3/6 left apical holosystolic heart murmur Severe tartar Exam o/w wnl

A Staff member writes : Meet Chuckie:  Chuckie is a senior sweetheart!  He’s looking for a warm lap to curl up in and snooze the days away.  Will you be the person to give Chuckie his forever home?

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