TEDDY – A1036177

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Brooklyn Center 

My name is TEDDY. My Animal ID # is A1036177.
I am a male black and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 YEAR 7 MONTHS old.

I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 05/13/2015 from NY 11249, owner surrender reason stated was PERS PROB.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/01/2015 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 1 – NORMAL , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 52.4 LBS.

VC: DAY 10 OF DOXY BARH, NO V/D/C/S OBSERVED, ATTENTION SEEKING, NO NASAL D/C MOVE OUT OF ISO CONTINUE TO MONITOR EXCELLENT PROGNOSIS

05/13/2015 PET PROFILE MEMO
05/13/15 16:41 Basic Information: Teddy is a 1 year old black and white unneutered pitbull. Owner had Teddy for since he was 8 months old as a gift from a family member. Owner stated Teddy has no health issues. Owner had to surrender Teddy due to personal problems in the home. Previous owner stated Teddy response to Ted or Ted Boy. Social Life and Personality: Teddy lived with 2 adults and 2 children ages 2 and up. Teddy is relaxed, playful and respectful towards everyone in the household. Owner stated Teddy behavior is unknown towards cats or dogs because Teddy never been around them in his presence. Previous owner informed new owner that Teddy is good with big dogs but not small dogs. Teddy activity level is very high and owner stated Teddy is playful, excitable, affectionate, anxious and friendly. Behavior Issues: Owner stated Teddy never bite or scratched anyone to his knowledge. Teddy can be hard to control when being restrained sometimes owner stated. Teddy tends to bark when he hears noise in the hallway of the building or if someone knocks on the door. The only thing Teddy destroys is socks if they are left unattended. Teddy allows owner to touch his food bowl, take treats or toys out his mouth. He isn’t bothered by taking a bath but has to get use to the water. Teddy is friendly when unfamiliar people approach a family member. For a New Family to Know: Teddy knows commands such as sit, stay, go get it (food). Teddy is house broken and goes for walks on a leash twice a day. Teddy likes to play with the children toys in the household or footballs. Teddy has never been crate trained but he is tied up from time to time when home alone. Teddy likes to follow owner around the house but when home alone he is well-behaved. Teddy likes to eat dry food called Pedigree or Alpo and will table food if his food his finish. Teddy eats in owner bed. Intake Behavior: Upon intake Teddy was loose body and hyper with owner. When admission counselor tried to scan for a microchip and collar him he became nervous and stiff body. When limited handling he scanned negative for a microchip and allowed handling.

05/18/2015 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: They say that black dogs often get overlooked in the shelter, but, Teddy got my attention right away! In his kennel, he was bouncing all over the place; his tail was like a windshield wiper on the fastest setting. Dressed in a tuxedo, with his white socks and black polka dots, it appeared he was ready for some sort of black tie affair. But Teddy doesn’t need a fancy gala to entertain himself. Give him a toy and he will stay occupied for hours! I gave him a large squeaky toy that he tossed about, then laid down, placing between his paws and chewed on (but didn’t destroy). As others would walk by, he’d stand and watch them, toy hanging from the side of his mouth. Teddy’s previous owner, having had to surrender him for personal reasons, says that Teddy, or “Ted Boy” as he’s affectionately called, has lived with children ages 2 and up, is respectful and playful towards all. He said he is best with large dogs, and his doggy playgroup information indicates that he plays well with others his size. Teddy appears to be housetrained and, aside from chewing the occasional stinky sock, is said to not be destructive when left home alone. They say there’s always one exception to the rule, and Teddy is it-this black dog is one not to be missed! Come to the Brooklyn Care Center and ask to meet him today!

05/19/2015 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Teddy was reported to be relaxed, playful and respectful towards the owners and 2 children he lived with, and was said to be friendly toward strangers. The owner states Teddy has not been exposed to other dogs while in his care, but his previous owner stated that he is good with bigger dogs but not small dogs. Teddy was reported to have very high activity level and the described Teddy as playful, excitable, affectionate, anxious and friendly. It was mentioned that Teddy does not have a history of destructive chewing but will chew on socks if they are left unattended. It was also mentioned that he isn’t bothered by baths but needs time to get use to the water, and he is house broken. During SAFER Teddy was very social and had a loose body with a neutral wag when interacting with the assessor. He allowed the assessor to conduct all handling items without issue, and was relaxed and loose during the tag interaction. During the resources portion of the assessment, Teddy was a bit resistant when pushed out of the food bowl, but his body was soft, and with a bit of pressure applied to his cheek he lifted his head and allowed the assessor to remove the food. He was easy to handle when engaged with the toys, and only showed minimal interest in the rawhides. Teddy appears to be very social, and has responded well to new situations, so the department feels Teddy can be suitable for an “Average” experienced adopter. 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 leans into the Assessor, eyes soft, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Dog licks hand. Squeeze 2:1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Food: 2. Dog follows the dish with his tail down, body soft. Dog lifts head after a bit of pressure from hand to cheek. Toy 1: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. His body is between you and the toy, and he is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness. Rawhide: 1. Minimal interest in rawhide, dog sniffs, then turns away. Dog-dog: When off leash with other dogs Teddy does not show interest in play and wanders the yard with a female. He is respectful and tolerant.

05/15/2015 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs Teddy greets with high wagging tail, whines and play bows. Over time he will attempt to mount but takes the correction. 5/16 update: Teddy is more respectful and does not engage in any sexual behaviors today. He greets politely and is interested but does not engage in play. 5/17, 5/18 Update Teddy does not show interest in play and wanders the yard with a female. He is respectful and tolerant 5/19 Update Teddy continues to be respectful and tolerant when in the yard with other dogs. He is calm and explores the yard 5/20 Update Teddy politely greets a new female at the gate and is respectful and tolerant when interacting with in her in the yard. He is tolerant of her attempts to play but does not reciprocate. 5/23 update: Teddy greets politely and is respectful of dogs who are not interested. With a solicitous female he is interested but does not engage in play; he is tolerant with a pushy female. 5/29 update: Teddy is social, playful and respectful with both male and female dogs.

05/13/2015 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
Scan negative Male, about 1.5 years old Social. Tolerated handling. No sign of aggression. Old scars on body. Some redness between toes. Hair missing on chest with some pinkness. Applied Activyl Plus for flea/tick prevention NOSF BARH

06/01/2015 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating AVERAGE
VC: DAY 10 OF DOXY BARH, NO V/D/C/S OBSERVED, ATTENTION SEEKING, NO NASAL D/C MOVE OUT OF ISO CONTINUE TO MONITOR EXCELLENT PROGNOSIS

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