POOCHI – A1036588

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My name is POOCHI. My Animal ID # is A1036588.
I am a male brown and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 11 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 05/16/2015 from NY 11238, owner surrender reason stated was PERS PROB.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/19/2015 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 55.2 LBS.

DIARRHEA REPORTED BY ACO, BROUGHT FECAL TO MEDICAL OTHERWISE NO V/D/C, NO EVIDENCE OF KC AT THIS TIME FECAL NEGATIVE P: METRONIDAZOLE 250MG- 1.5 TAB BID X 5 DAYS CONTINUE TO MONITOR GOOD PROGNOSIS Additionally: 2cm round area of alopecia on left lateral carpus Another small area of alopecia distally on the left lateral side with some scabbing, no discharge erythema or swelling A: Alopecia- r/o pressure sore/callous vs. P: Continue to monitor

05/16/2015 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/16/15 20:27 Basic information Poochi is an 11 year old male brown and white Pitbull that is being surrendered so he can have a better home. Poochi has been with the family 6 months. Social life and personality Poochi lived with 2 adults and was not exposed to other cats, dogs or children and owners could not report on possible behaviors. Poochi is house broken and does not have accidents inside. Poochi got his exercise from yard play. Behavior Poochi’s family does not touch his food, toys or treats when he is engaged and they have not bathed him or trimmed his nails so they cannot report on this behavior. Poochi is not exposed to unfamiliar people. For a new family to know Poochi knows the command sit and down. Owners report Poochi did not have toys but enjoyed milkbone treats. when the family is home he likes to be where they are but when left alone he is well behaved. Poochi can be alert to loud noises and he prefers dry food. Upon intake Poochi was quiet, still and whale eyed for introduction. Counselor had to scan for microchip (negative) with assistance because Poochi was reactive to being approached from above. Poochi walked well on leash and was responsive to guidance but can be defensive towards strangers. Counselor was able to collar and photograph with assistance.

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05/21/2015 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Poochi previously lived with 2 adults. He was reported to be housebroken and well behaved when left home alone. It was noted that Poochi’s family did not touch his food, toys or treats when he is engaged and they have not bathed him or trimmed his nails so they cannot report on this behavior. Upon intake it was noted that Poochi was quiet, still and whale eyed for introduction, and became uncomfortable when approached from above. Poochi was reported to walk well on leash and was responsive to guidance but can be defensive towards strangers. During SAFER Poochi was sociable towards the assessor, and muzzle nudged the assessors hands to solicit petting. He was relaxed for most handling, but became stiff and uncomfortable for the paw handling item. Poochi did display some concerns during the resource items; stiffening and growling when the food and rawhides were removed, and he snapped at the assess-a-hand when the toy item was being taken away. Due to these concerns we recommend placement with a New Hope partner who can provide positive reinforcement-based behavior modification to address this guarding behavior and can extensively counsel potential adopters before placement into a permanent home. Look: 1. Dog holds gaze with soft eyes, soft body. He allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands. Dog holds gaze for three full seconds. 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 closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft, and a bit distracted. Squeeze 1: 3. Dog becomes stiff, and moves his legs so that the Assessor is unable to hold the paw Flank squeeze 1&2: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Food: 4. Dog freezes and growls. Toy 1: 5. Dog attempts to bite Rawhide: 4. Dog freezes and growls. Dog-dog: When off leash with other dogs, Poochi is polite and respectful in the yard with another dog and does not engage much beyond the initial greeting

05/19/2015 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs, Poochi greets politely at the gate. He exhibits slight sexual motivation but is not pushy and will wander the yard with the female helper dog. He is respectful and tolerant when interacting. 5/19 Update Poochi is polite and respectful in the yard with another dog and does not engage much beyond the initial greeting

05/18/2015 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Scanned negative BARH – growled, tail tucked, head down M~11years EENM clear Bald spots on left paw and lower leg – may be licking/chewing on foot. Activyl applied

05/19/2015 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 NC – MAJOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
DIARRHEA REPORTED BY ACO, BROUGHT FECAL TO MEDICAL OTHERWISE NO V/D/C, NO EVIDENCE OF KC AT THIS TIME FECAL NEGATIVE P: METRONIDAZOLE 250MG- 1.5 TAB BID X 5 DAYS CONTINUE TO MONITOR GOOD PROGNOSIS Additionally: 2cm round area of alopecia on left lateral carpus Another small area of alopecia distally on the left lateral side with some scabbing, no discharge erythema or swelling A: Alopecia- r/o pressure sore/callous vs. P: Continue to monitor

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