SHYLA – A1036275
Safe 5-27-2015 Manhattan
SAFE 05/27/15
Manhattan Center
My name is SHYLA. My Animal ID # is A1036275.
I am a spayed female red am pit bull ter mix. The shelter thinks I am about 3 YEARS old.
I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 05/14/2015 from NY 10463, owner surrender reason stated was OWNER SICK.
MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
05/24/2015 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPERIENCE, Weight 62.6 LBS.
adding injectable baytril purulent nasal discharge move to iso very very sweet —————————— vet check for gait – no specific lameness observerved obese dog with signs of laying on hard floor, thickening of skin around hocks, fetlocks also obseved coughing, should be treated in place for kennel cough and checked for needs to go to iso treating with rimadyl for pain
05/14/2015 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/14/15 10:01 Shyla is an approximately 3 year old female APBT. She was given to the owner as gift. Shyla is being surrendered because the owner’s wife is sick and can not physically take care of the dog. Shyla has no known health issues. Around strangers, Shyla is very friendly, and hyper active. She is very strong and wants attention. She plays gently with both children and adults. She has been around the owner’s daughter since she was a puppy. She loves children. Around other dogs, she remains calm and unbothered. If aproached by another dog, she would play but remains calm. Shyla goes potty both inside and outside of the home.She is not house trained. She usually goes potty inside of the tub at midnight. When left alone, she is well behaved. She loves to go on brisk walks but she pulls hard on the leash. She knows a few commands such as sit, stay, down, and she gives the paw. Depending on the type of food and who comes near, shyla will growl when you approach her food bowl. She is friendly when you take a toy or bone away because she is playing. She is not bothered by baths, nail trimming, or coat brushing. The owner describes Shyla as playful, friendly, affectionate, independent, excitable, and confident. She has a high activity level. The owner said that Shyla is very affectionate and is not aggressive. She gets scared easily but is friendly. She loves to play with her toys. At home, she follows the family around the house and seeks attention. The owner feels that the best home for her is one with children. Shyla is not picky when it comes to food. The owner said that she eats both wet and dry and loves to eat anything she can. During the intake, Shyla was very friendly and excited. She jumped up to greet and wanted attention and petting. She sat for photographs, and allowed to switch leashes. She had a loose body, open mouth, and wagging tail. We were not able to collar due to her being so excited to greet us.
05/18/2015 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: A very special girl I can not get out of my mind. If I was rich, if I had connections, if I was a magic fairy… oh I so wish… I would deliver Shyla ASAP to the most wonderful people who would appreciate her virtues and be blessed by her love, joie the vivre and playfulness. Shyla is waiting at her door. She looks like an unfairly punished child, a bit bruised and innocent. “I am a good girl”. I know, I was already told so by zillions of people here at the care center, and I read what your former owner said about you. I already feel that I wish you were mine. Shyla is on her four in no time. She is so ready to be out and in company. To my surprise, I see a tubby gal coming all bouncy out of her den and waddling briskly to the yard. Her eyes are lively and search mine as she walks. A beautiful smile adorns her engaging face. We meet on the way two staff. She is in their arms in no time. “Big Mama” they call her unceremoniously, but with affection. Free in a pen, Shyla is all about showing her gratitude to be out and with a human. She wiggles, gives paw, rolls on her side, then her back, and gives kisses galore. She brings me a ball. Let’s play. She can run fast and even jumps, catches and retrieves. No guarding involved but she gets tired easily and needs to rest… me too. We are a fine pair… we lay down in the shade. Shyla makes an excellent and cushy pillow. I could go on and on and on about Shyla who is with us as her owner became too sick to care for her. Although not fully housetrained (she might not have been taken out that often), Shyla comes with wonderful recommendations, the most remarkable being: she should be in a house full of children… I love Shyla, we all love Shyla. Come and see for yourself. Get “twicapated” and take Shyla home as your forever best friend.
05/16/2015 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Shyla pulls a bit on leash. She was sociable toward the handler during the assessment – soft body, wagging tail. She was calm and relaxed during handling. Shyla was calm and relaxed when playing tag with assessor. She was not interested in food but was easy to handle when chewing on toys and rawhides. Shyla approached other dog with friendly/playful body language. Shyla was surrender to us. According to the owner around strangers, Shyla is very friendly and hyper active. She is very strong and wants attention. She plays gently with both children and adults. She has been around the owner’s daughter since she was a puppy. She loves children. Around other dogs, she remains calm and unbothered. If approached by another dog, she would play but remains calm. The owner stated that depending on the type of food and who comes near, Shyla will growl when you approach her food bowl. She is friendly when you take a toy or bone away because she is playing”. Because of her owner profile the behavior department feels that she may do best with an experienced adopter. We also recommend a home without young children; older children can be considered pending interaction. Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her 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 gently pulls back her paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back her paw. Food. No interest. Toy 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish toy to you. Rawhide 1. Dog settles down close to chew, will relinquish rawhide to you. Dog – dog 1. Dog approaches the helper dog in play position. Her mouth is open. Helper: A1036141
05/20/2015 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPERIENCE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs Shyla is tolerant with pushy male and will engage in running play with a solicitious male. 5/21 update: Shyla engages in running, mouthy play. She can be a bit pushy but will take correction when offered. 5/24 update: Shyla continues to engage in running play with a larger group of males. She can be pushy and mouthy in her attempts to solicit play.
05/16/2015 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
SCAN NEGATIVE BRIGHT ALERT RESPONSIVE HYDRATED PHYSICAL EXAM- SPAYED WITH GREEN TATTOO. MILD DENTAL TARTAR. EYES, BODY COAT- WNL MILD OTITIS EXTERNA— EARS ARE FLUSHED WITH OTIC CLEANSING SOLUTION. AMB X 4 APPLIED ACTIVYL. ALLOWS HANDLING. NOSF
05/24/2015 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
adding injectable baytril purulent nasal discharge move to iso very very sweet —————————— vet check for gait – no specific lameness observerved obese dog with signs of laying on hard floor, thickening of skin around hocks, fetlocks also obseved coughing, should be treated in place for kennel cough and checked for needs to go to iso treating with rimadyl for pain
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