TOM – A1056379

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My name is TOM. My Animal ID # is A1056379.
I am a male br brindle and white pit bull mix. The shelter thinks I am about 2 YEARS old.

I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 10/30/2015 from NY 11208, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.

MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
11/06/2015 Exam Type CAGE EXAM – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is AVERAGE, Weight 39.2 LBS.

11/06/15 15:10 Ate wet food during the day 11/6 O/NDog wouldn’t eat food even when offered by hand. No interest in cat or dog food. Not eating dry food from earlier meal. Vet check.

10/30/2015 PET PROFILE MEMO
10/30/15 08:18 am Easy in easy out of the crate the officers brought him in and well as our kennels we have at the shelter.Vary hyper when walking with him pulls strongly on leash.

11/04/2015 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: That smile…those ears…the picture perfect markings…is Tom a dog or a cartoon character come to life?!! Whether he’s putting on his best pleading puppy face or breaking into an ear-to-ear grin, this petite boy is always Adorable with a capital A and he has all the playful, friendly energy of a puppy. Luckily for this tired volunteer he’s more than happy to expend it chasing, retrieving and demolishing a tennis ball and though he prefers to keep it to himself, Tom is cool with being petted as he goes about his ball-chewing business. For a little guy he’s got a big personality and will let me know loud and clear just what he thinks of my stalling-for-photos technique, after all he can see that ball in my hand…and just out of his reach! He mouths treats gently and walks quite well on leash, taking care of business as he goes and responding easily to my voice. No one’s happier than Tom when four-legged friends pass by and the whole world is his playground so naturally inside his kennel is the last place he wants to be and he’s too excited for his next play date to stay still for long. If you like your freedom as much as Tom does and you’re looking for a sporty, funny, friendly sidekick to share it with then look no further–this cartoon cutie is ready and waiting to head home with you today! A Volunteer Wrote: When I first met Tom, all his paws were crossed, so patiently does this apparently house trained boy wait for a walk, but nothing stops his tail from wagging like crazy! Tom is the dog children dream of when they wish their stuffed animals would come to life–soft, snuggly, and dearly affectionate with his walkers. He has a wonderful temperament and seems to have come from a loving home judging from his incredibly friendly nature and gorgeous manners. Please, won’t you open the door to your loving home, so Tom’s tail may wag forever?

11/03/2015 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Tom walks calmly on leash. He was sociable toward the handler during the assessment – soft body, low wag. He was calm and relaxed during handling. Tom was calm and relaxed when playing tag with assessor. He took the toy away but had soft body language. Tom did not show any concern during the behavior assessment. The behavior department feels that he can go to an Average home. 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, 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, ears back, wagging tail, open mouth. Squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. Dog settles close, keeps a firm grip and is loose and wiggly. He does not place his body between you and the toy. When off leash with other dogs Tom is anxious. He does not acknowledge and will attempt to exit the yard.

10/30/2015 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION 
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
Tom has been polite with both male and female dogs but has not engaged in play. He has exhibited some anxious behaviors, so the behavior department feels that Tom should have a pre-adoption interaction before being placed in a home with another dog. When off leash with other dogs Tom is anxious. He does not acknowledge and will attempt to exit the yard. 11/4 update: Tom greets briefly and initally ignores solicitation. He begins to engage in brief bouts of play and will offer correction when the other dog is too pushy. 11/5 update: Tom is tolerant of solicitation with a male but does not engage in play. He spends his time exploring the yard.

10/30/2015 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Microchip: negative Sex: intact male Age: Appx 1 y-2 Mentation: BARH Eyes: clear, slight reddness to sclera Ears: clean, cropped Nose: clear, no d/c Teeth: good, minimal staining If abnormal BCS: low end of BCS 3 Skin: some patches of irritation on bone points, Wood’s negative Hair Coat: WNL Declawed: N/A Any injuries: no Behavior: very easily attached to handler, whines when someone leaves the room Medication: N/A, preventatives given

11/06/2015 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating AVERAGE
11/06/15 15:10 Ate wet food during the day 11/6 O/NDog wouldn’t eat food even when offered by hand. No interest in cat or dog food. Not eating dry food from earlier meal. Vet check.

Generated on Nov 7 2015 6:00PM

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