#his wiggly tail is my favorite part of his animations

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Close up of Espio idling upside down in the Modern Challenge Act "Espio: Master of Camouflage" in Sonic Generations.

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Jaskier and his Snuggly Wuggly Killing Machines Part 12

Spin-off of our fic- Jaskier and the snuggly wiggly killing machines!!!

“What do you mean you haven’t given them tummy rubs? They’re wolves. They’re fucking puppies! Gods Jaskier, you are stupid.”

Yennefer shows the boys the wonders of tummy scratches. Well mostly Eskel and Geralt.

“What do you mean you haven’t given them tummy rubs? They’re wolves. They’re fucking puppies! Gods Jaskier, you are stupid.” Yennefer said exasperated. She put down the mug she was drinking tea from and walked over to where Geralt was helping Eskel build a castle with lego bricks. Jaskier sighed. He hadn’t thought about that. Sometimes he forgets the babes are actually… animals. Kind of. 

Jaskier had adopted the three wolf witchers almost a month ago. Rescued from a life of abuse, neglect, and getting passed from owner to abuser to pounds to adoption centers to a cushy life full of daddy snuggles and pampering from their Aunty Yen. Each being almost two hundred pounds of muscle and each being a snuggly squishy little baby. Eskel being a bit of a big brother, Geralt’s a bit of a toddler, and Lambert’s Aunty’s favorite kitten. 

“Eskel darling, come here. Do you want some tummy scratches?” Yennefer asked as she plopped herself down onto the floor, legs straight out. Eskel cocked his head to the side questioningly. Yennefer patted her lap. Eskel smiled and backed away from the colorful tower in front of him, careful of his wagging tail. 

“Here, belly up, please. I’m gonna scratch at your tummy. Pup’s usually like it. Tell me if you want me to stop. Ready?” Yennefer adjusted the hefty large body across her thighs, sliding a pillow under the soft dark hair. Eskel’s eyes were twinkling as he stared up, his tail squished lighty against the living room carpet. Eskel lifted up the plain brown hoodie he had on to show his aunt his scarred well muscled stomach. 

Yennefer smiled and placed her hands one on his sternum and one right over his belly button and felt the muscles jump. Eskel looked excited and curious. Right as Eskel lifted his head to see what Yennefer was doing she bumped her hands up so her short dull nails ran up and down his stomach. Eskel let out squeal and tensed. As Yennefer spread her scratches around Eskel turned into jelly in her lap. Eskel let out loud rumbling growly purrs. His ears were flat against his head and his eyes shifted to almost cross. Yennefer giggled a bit. 

“Aunty? What doing to Woof?” Geralt asked as he crawled over to look at Eskel who was squirming and panting. Yennefer kept her scratching, running dull nails from the top of his underwear to right under his pecs. She looked up at Geralt’s cute curious face. His hair was somewhat falling out of the ponytail it had been pulled up in, framing his face prettily. 

“I’m scratching his tummy. Feels good, huh, Cutie pie!” Yennefer said in a high silly sounding voice to the panting baby who now had his tongue hanging out of his mouth. Eskel didn’t even acknowledge that anything was going on other than the wonderful perfect sensation that was flooding his systems that made him feel like he was floating. 

Geralt scooted closer and sat on his knees and watched Yennefer scratch him and then looked closely at his brother’s face and then stomach. Then he sat back and looked at his aunty. 

“Can you make my tummy scratched? I wanna be fuzzy like Woof. Please?” Geralt said and started to wag excitedly and moved his hands and and down on the carpet. Eskel was panting and drooling a bit. Yennefer slowed her scratching until she stopped. 

Eskel yawned and wiggled. He hummed and pulled his hoodie back down. Jaskier walked over and smiled. 

‘Felt pretty good then? Come here pup, you can come take a nap with me. Bear, good manners! Such a polite boy.” Jaskier said as he sat down on the couch opposite to the quilt wrapped baby who was snoring softly. Eskel rolled over and looked content and happy as crawled over to Jaskier. The musician hauled the pup up onto his lap and situated him so he was resting against the arm of the chair. The warm weight of the pup on his lap calmed Jaskier. Something about the slow low rumbling of the babies purring really petted at something in his heart. 

Yennefer situated Geralt across her lap and scratched at his tummy the same way she had to Eskel. Geralt though, he didn’t start purring and melt. Geralt wiggled and whined and made a loud growly purring noise. His happy noise.  

“Oh you are just the oddest little thing! I love it! Oh Bear, you like tummy rubs huh!” Yennefer practically squealed as she ran her hands up to scratch at Geralt’s bare chest. Geralt smiled as his tail flicked erratically against the floor and his ears twitched and moved. 

Eskel dozed off and while Yennefer ran her palms down Geralt’s stomach, Lambert woke up. Lambert decided that he did not want belly scratches but just wanted to lay on Aunty Yen. 

Belly scratches became a very frequent event for the Pankratz Witchers. 

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Being Alone, Cats, and Children: Id 61T6, 5 yrs. 39 lbs of joy Brooklyn ACC WAPO The wiggliest, sweetest, most endearing boy w/only love in his heart for everyone! Gentle, hopeful, happy - A GEM! TO BE KILLED - 5/23/2019 Wapo is a tiny boy, who is much too thin, has old scars and callusses on his legs and needs lots of TLC ! Wapo came into the shelter trembling, but he puts his best paw forward - warming up to the staff and his volunteers, wagging his tail a little and trying to make the best of it. Wapo has been surrendered by an owner who obviously did not care properly for him, he was not even fed enough. In the shelter he is whining, when he sees a doggy friend - probably he would love to spend some time with every 4 legged buddy he sees. Please share little Wapo for the safe, loving home he deserves - with parents that actually care! A volunteer writes: I don't know if it's that sweet little face, those gentle brown eyes, or all the wiggling that goes on when I pet him, but I just find it so darn hard to pull myself away from Wapo. He can be a bit shy with new people, but don't worry, that doesn't last long and before you know it, you'll be part of his growing circle of friends. He's a really friendly and affectionate boy who'll happily do his little wiggle dance when you show him any kind of attention...or give him a treat! He has a medium-to-high energy level and knows the commands sit, come, and lie down. He was relaxed and gentle with the two large dogs he previously lived with, as well as with dogs who used to visit him. He's also been a very good boy at playgroup here at the shelter. Wonderful Wapo has become a Favorite with staff and volunteers...come and see why by meeting him at the Brooklyn ACC shelter where he's excitedly awaiting his fur-ever home. MY MOVIE: Wapo <3 https://youtu.be/xNohG9qAH00 WAPO, ID# 61576, 5 yrs old, 39 lbs, Brooklyn Animal Care Center, Large Mixed Breed Cross, Tan Male, Owner Surrender Reason: stated as person circumstance- moving - no pets allowed. Behavior History: During intake Wapo was shying away from the counselor. He did allow the counselor to collar him and take his picture with no problems. Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered Basic Information:: Wapo is a neuterd tan male dog that was surrendered by his owner due to the fact he is moving and could no loner have pets. The owner stated that Wapo was bred at home and he has had him for the past 5 years. Previously lived with:: 2 adults 2 dogs How is this dog around strangers?: When around strangers Wapo is shy for a few moments then he will warm up. When playing with adults he is gentle. How is this dog around children?: Wapo has not spent time in the home with children so it is unknown how he will react. How is this dog around other dogs?: Owner stated that Wapo has spent time in the home with 2 other large dogs and he was relaxed and affectionate. When playing with other dogs he is gentle. How is this dog around cats?: Wapo has not spent time in the home with cats so it is unknown how he will react. Resource guarding:: Wapo is not bothered if someone was to touch his food treats or toys. When someone unfamiliar approaches his house he will bark. he is not bothered if someone unfamiliar approaches his family member. Bite history:: Wapo does not have a bite history. Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: High Other Notes:: Owner stated that during fireworks Wapo will hide. He is not bothered if he is restrained pushed off the couch or disturbed while he sleeps. He is not bothered if he is bathed or brushed. He has never had his nails trimmed so it is unknown how he will react. Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No Medical Notes: No reported medical concerns. For a New Family to Know: Owner described Wapo as friendly affectionate and playful.When at home he will follow his owner around. He has been kept mostly indoors and eats dry dog food.When using the bathroom he will go outside on the grass or cement. When left alone in the home he is well behaved. he has never been kept in the yard so it is unknown how he will react. He has been crated an does well. He knows how to sit, come lay down and when called. He is used to brisk walks on the leash. When off the leash he will wander but comes back when called. Behavior Assessment Date of intake:: 4/30/2019 Spay/Neuter status:: Yes Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 2 Dogs (Large) Behavior toward strangers:: Initially shy, but warms up quickly and plays gently Behavior toward children:: Unknown Behavior toward dogs:: Relaxed and affectionate (w/resident dogs); Plays gently (w/visiting dogs) Behavior toward cats:: Unknown Resource guarding:: Wapo's previous owner reported Wapo to growl when his food or food bowl are touched. No reported resource guarding reported over his treats or toys. Bite history:: None reported Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: Wapo is described as friendly, affectionate and playful with a high level of energy. Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Very friendly and social with people encountered on walk Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Neutral body, ears back, tail low, explores somewhat, whining, follows handler, panting, somewhat approaches, but backs away, readily accepts treats with a soft mouth, low tail wags Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Tense, leans in immediately with contact, lip licking, closed mouth, ears back, tucked tail, accepts contact Exuberant handling: Tense, leans in immediately with contact, lip licking, closed mouth, ears back, tucked tail, accepts contact Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows handler, low and fearful, panting Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: Whines when assistant exits the room; No response to knock; Approaches assistant, tail wagging, then pulls toward the door seeking exit Toy Toy comments: Minimal interest; Panting, distracted by outside noises Summary:: According to Wapo's previous owner, she stated that he has spent time in the home with two other large dogs and he was relaxed and affectionate. When playing with other dogs he is gentle. Here at the Care Center, Wapo displays a soft wiggly body when greeting both a novel male and female dog. He engages in high energy bouncy-play, with a few body bumps and persistent paw slaps. Wapo's high energy level and paw slaps quickly overwhelm the other dogs, but he does listen to correction briefly. Due to his behavior around other dogs at the Care Center, the Behavior Department recommends that Wapo be placed in a home with other dogs who are highly socialized and tolerant of his high energy behavior. 5/2: When off leash at the Care Center, Wapo is introduced to a novel female dog. He is initially nervous as he explores the pen with a lowered head/body with low tail wags. His body softens when he greets the female at the gate. He engages in cooperative chase play with leaps and bounces and does not attempt to mount the female. 5/3: Wapo was introduced to a juvenile male. He engages in bouncy play, with dramatic play bows. He mounts the puppy at the end of the play session. 5/17: Wapo returned to the group after recovering from CIRDC, and greeted a novel female dog. Wapo initially fixates on the greeter’s rear end before soliciting play. When the greeter corrects him, he walks away for a few minutes. Further, into his session, he returns to engage in play and backs away when he is overcorrected. 5/18: Wapo engaged in bouts of play, and can be a bit persistent; constantly paw slapping. He leans and lowers himself to the floor when the other dog does the same. 5/19: WaPo was introduced to a novel neutered male today. He greets the male with a wiggly body, but quickly overwhelms the other male with his high energy and paw slaps. 5/20: Wapo greets a novel female with a soft body and wanders the yard. Date of intake:: 4/30/2019 Summary:: Initially avoided contact; Allowed all handling Date of initial:: 4/30/2019 Summary:: Tense, trembling, soft muzzled as a precaution; Warmed up, tail wagging ENERGY LEVEL:: Wapo was observed to exhibit a medium level of energy during his interactions in the care center. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3 Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations:: No children (under 13) Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Wapo's overall level of fear and anxiety, as well as his reported resource guarding in a previous home environment, we feel it would be best for him to be placed in a stable, adult-only home environment to ensure his success. It is advised that the new adopters should be able to exercise appropriate and safe management when handling Wapo, allowing him to acclimate and decompress at his own pace. Force-free, reward-based training only is advised, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful,Anxiety Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Wapo's previous owner reported Wapo to growl when his food or food bowl are touched. No reported resource guarding reported over his treats or toys. This behavior has not been observed in the care center. Please refer to the handout on Resource guarding. Fearful: Wapo exhibits initial fearful behavior during his interactions in the care center. He was observed to pant excessively, whine and initially avoid contact with certain handlers during his assessment, although he did accept and lean into all contact. During his medical and intake exams, Wapo was also observed to show initial fearful behavior (tense, trembling and avoiding contact), but was able to settle on his own, warming up and allowed all handling. Please refer to the handout on Fearful behavior. Anxiety: Wapo displayed some anxious behavior during his interactions in the care center. He was observed to excessively pant and whine throughout his assessment, especially when a staff member would leave the room. He was not observed to escalate beyond these behaviors. Please refer to the handout on Anxiety. Medical Behavior Rating: Blue MEDICAL EXAM NOTES DVM Intake Exam. Estimated age: Approx 5 years. Microchip noted on Intake? Negative, placed at intake History : Owner surrender. Subjective: BARH, tense and trembling, soft muzzle placed for medical treatments as precaution, but he does warm up and starts wagging tail at the end of treatments. Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - none, Objective: P = wnl R = wnl, BCS = 3.5/9. EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Oral Exam: Moderate to severe tartar (worst at canines). PLN: No enlargements noted. H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic. ABD: Tense, non painful, no masses palpated. U/G: Male intact, one scrotal testicle. No inguinal testicle palpated. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat except alopecia and erythema at lateral aspects of hocks, elbows (likely pressure points) CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities. Rectal: Externally normal. Assessment: Dental disease, Underweight, Cryptorchid, Dermatitis - suspect pressure points. Prognosis: Good. Plan: Monitor weight, recommend dental cleaning upon placement, Neuter. SURGERY: Okay for surgery * TO FOSTER OR ADOPT * HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! *PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! * STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://newhope.shelterbuddy.com/Animal/List Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU CANNOT GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Northern VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.

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Are Leghorn chickens friendly?

Are Leghorn chickens friendly?Leghorn chickens are probably the most famous chickens in the world! Their original name was Italians, but over time Leghorns evolved out of it.Before discussing Leghorn’s egg-laying capabilities, you should know its history, temperament, and disposition. Generally friendly, Leghorn chickens can sometimes be noisy and aggressive, but they make great egg-layersCold hardy, they do well in cold climates. People and other animals, including pets, will get along well with roosters and hens. Due to their dual purpose of laying eggs and producing meat, these species are at a disadvantage when it comes to laying eggs and using the feed.Laying time for white Leghorn chickens?Typically, chickens lay their eggs between two and six hours after sunrise, or when the sun has just risen. Unless it is mid-summer and has been light a few hours, there are never any eggs in the nest when I let mine out at around 7 in the morning.They lay in the range of 280–320 eggs per year, depending on the breed, and they are good layers. Each egg weighs at least 55 grams and is white. In the first eighteen weeks of a hen’s life, the hen starts laying eggs. She can continue to lay eggs for many years.A chicken allowed to roam will find much of its food on its own since it is a smart and resourceful bird.Among the 12 varieties, the single-comb White Leghorn is the most popular; it’s the world’s leading egg producer; it contains white eggs and is bred.Brown Leghorn Chicken The Leghorn breed of chicken lays around 220 to 300 white eggs in one season. Three to four eggs would be needed each week. There is evidence that their strain affects how many eggs they lay. Brooding hens are rare in the henhouse. It is not common to consume Light Brown Leghorns as meat.This breed of chicken is hardy and adaptable to almost any climate conditions. For the hobbyist who wishes to raise a lot of eggs, they are ideal.Leghorn is of Italian origin. Their name was first changed to Italians, and then they were sent back to England for more efficient egg production. Standard of Perfection, an American organization, accepted this variety in 1874. The comb, wattles, and face of brown leghorn chickens are bright red. The color of their eyes is a deep reddish bay. Orange is the color of their plumage. This male’s hackles and saddle are deep oranges, and his sickles are black. His tail is black. How did Foghorn Leghorn get its name? Despite its unrefined personality and a desire for mischief, Foghorn leghorn chickens are bombastic and yet somewhat unrefined. Apart from the reference to Senator Leghorn, Foghorn’s first name reflects his loudmouthed character. Warner Bros. produces cartoon and film films featuring Foghorn Leghorn, a cartoon rooster. Foghorn is located just steps away from its sibling restaurant, In Riva, in the heart of East Falls.I must be missing something about this. My favorite way to eat chicken is fried, grilled, roasted, or BBQ’d – in other words, any way you can do it. Having seen them in a different context for a while (i.e. meat case at the local Piggly Wiggly) was kinda cool. However, a fryer chicken costs about $1.99/lb; what is the price of a live chicken? Wouldn’t that be a lot? For instance, I get the hormone-free, free-range chickens at Whole Foods and their handling and packaging must be more costly.Crevecoeur Chickens AboutCrevecoeur Foghorn Leghorn Chicken Hawk– This is a French breed from the 19th century. Originating as table birds, they are now popular pets. It is surprising to see how large today’s birds are in comparison with those of centuries ago. The Dorking blood market was introduced in the late 1800s.The price of these appears to be higher than what I have been paying. Other benefits must also be available. The site I found provides convenient benefits, but I will summarize them here; they include:· Protein Sources Local· Improved Quality· A fertilizer’s source· The natural control of pests· Local food movement you can be a part of· Fun is had by all!Even though I understand all of them, only better quality is truly motivating to me to bring chickens to my urban backyard.Six reasons were asked, but they only had two Is it becoming more elitist to keep chickens in a city?It does not make you an elitist if your lawn crew collects chicken poop from your yard (for you urbanites, fertilizer also means poop). My comments on why it is unusual for urban chickens to produce eggs (or food) later will deal with a different by-product of having hens in the city: eggs. 

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Dug Up at Dogster: 7 Things to Know About Dog Boots

My non-dog-loving friends and some of my dog-loving friends get a kick out of the thought of boots for dogs. “Why in the world would they need that?” they ask about dog boots. “They’ve got paws.”

Of course, but dog paw pads are not magical — they aren’t non-destructible barriers between the dog’s foot and the world. The outside is only protected by leathery thick skin, with a shock-absorbing fatty inner layer. This doesn’t stop paws from getting irritated, burned or cut. And, this is where dog boots come in.

But don’t just take my word for it. I talked to several dog boot companies, plus a dog behaviorist to answer the top seven questions typically asked about dog boots.

1. What dog breeds or mixed-breed dogs should wear dog boots?

PawZ dog boots in action.

“All dogs that live where it is cold or hot,” says Michael Friedland, president of PawZ Rubber Dog Boots. “There are no dogs bred for searing-hot pavement, no dogs bred for snow-melt chemicals, and very few dogs are designed to withstand cold and snow. Your dog’s paws are the only exposed area that comes in direct contact with anything on the ground. Without protection, your dogs will lick their paws, ingesting chemicals, pesticides and bacteria, which can have negative impact on your dog’s health.”

Susan Strible, director of marketing for performance dog gear company Ruffwear also adds that boots can be critical gear for working dogs. “After the catastrophic events of 9/11, a journalist asked a rescue worker what they needed most, and the answer was ‘dog boots.’ Working dogs, from canine field researchers to search and rescue teams, have used Ruffwear boots to safely perform their duties. For instance, recent news shared Piper’s story, a dog who chased birds off the airport runway and wore boots as part of his uniform.”

2. What do dog boots protect dogs from?

“Dog boots are valuable for keeping paws safe in extreme environments and weather,” Susan says. “They protect paws from coarse, rocky trails, hot pavement, ice, snow, salt and snowmelt chemicals and more.”

It’s a dangerous world outside, and some of the same reasons we don’t go walking around in bare feet are reasons to protect your dog’s feet. If you’re taking your dog for a long hike or any place that he could encounter any of the following, you might want to consider slipping on some dog boots first.

Mud

Ice

Snow

Snowmelt chemicals, such as salt

Hot pavement

Animal feces

Foreign bodies, such as glass, splinters or burrs

Fungus

Bacteria (Salmonella, Leptospira, Staphylococcus, etc.)

Poisons like anti-freeze

Pesticides

Stinging and biting pests like fire ants and spiders

3. How do you know what kind of boots to get for your dog?

Ultra Paws dog boots in action.

“Great question,” says Lisa Paxton, “lead dog” at active dog gear company Ultra Paws. “Because one style of dog boot will not work in every situation. And that’s why we offer seven different patented styles. Determine why you need dog boots, your price point and then identify the boot that will perform best for your situation.”

Above all, Michael of PawZ says, “They must stay on in order to work. Don’t just buy the ones that look like your shoes — they will fall off, and you will lose them.”

4. How do you make sure you get the right size boots for your dog?

Lisa of Ultra Paws says to first measure your dog’s paws to get the right fit. “Our boots are sized based on the width of the paw. Take a minute to put the paw on a piece of paper, mark the left and right side, and measure the distance. There are a number of ‘me too’ dog boots on the market — the same boots, just with a different company’s label. Buy your boots from a company that specializes in dog gear — we’ve been in business since 1972 and have numerous patents awarded for our innovative gear. You want boots that are going to be comfortable for your dog, stay on and perform.”

Ruffwear has a downloadable Paw Measurement Chart and a video on how to get accurate paw measurements. “Also,” says Susan, “on occasion a dog’s front paws and rear paws vary slightly in size. So, we sell our boots in pairs and in sets of four, as well, to help provide for a good fit.”

5. How do you get your dogs used to wearing the boots?

Close up of Ruffwear.

When I got my dogs their first pair of boots, this was a bit of a challenge, as they didn’t like things on their feet. In all fairness, I had gotten them used to wearing hats, clothes and touching their feet but never on putting anything on them. So I put this question not only to our three dog boot companies but also to dog trainer Jill Breitner, creator of the Dog Decoder app. Jill recommends taking it slowly and making it a positive experience.

“First bring out the boots for your dog to smell and see,” Jill says. “When she looks or smells the boots, give her a small treat. Put it behind your back, and bring it out again. If she shows any interest, like touching with a paw, smelling, touching with her nose or looking at it, she gets a small treat.” Jill recommends doing this a number of times — perhaps 15 — with a small treat each time (you can use your dog’s dinner kibble if watching calories). “Each time bring it out as new from behind your back,” she says. “If the dog is really engaged and knows how to fetch and bring back, then play with the bootie. Throw it and treat upon retrieval. Do this about 15 times and then leave it alone for a few hours or even a day.” Then repeat the process.

Next, Jill says to touch the bootie to a foot, and give her a small treat. Do this about 15 times and give treats. Do the same for each foot.

Then slip the bootie on for a second, take it off, and give her a treat. Do this about 15 times with small treats, and do the same for each foot. “If your dog is struggling at any phase,” Jill warns, “stop and go back to the phase before and for only one success and treat. Leave it alone for a couple of hours or a day and start with the successful phase before moving forward to a more difficult phase.”

Once your dog is comfortable with the boot being slipped on for a second, increase the time to 20 seconds and so on, not asking for anything but comfortable with it being on a foot.

When your dog is comfortable with having the dog boots on for a minute or two, tie the boot or Velcro it on and then treat 10 times (If there is a tie or Velcro band. Otherwise, skip this step.) Then take it off. Wait a couple of hours or a day, and start where you left off.

Now, put the bootie only on one foot (tying or Velcroing it, if applicable) and ask your dog to play a game of fetch or something else she loves. Play for a few minutes, and take the bootie off.

Next time, put two dog boots on and, if your dog shows no signs of discomfort, put them all on and treat a couple of times. Then, play her favorite game, take them off and continue to play. “They will walk funny at first, lifting paws higher than normal,” Jill says, “so don’t worry about it.” Just play with your dog and then go for a walk around the house, with your dog following you around, perhaps throwing a treat or two on the floor as you move around the house. Play and then do a mock walk around the house. “If all goes well,” she says, “Voila! Go for a walk.”

Jill stresses that if at any time you see anxiety, step back to a successful phase, and don’t move on until the dog shows no signs of stress or anxiety. Signs of anxiety would be: paw lifting, cowering, lip licking, whale eye, walking away, pulling paw away, looking away, growling, hiding, raised lip with teeth showing or a tucked tail.

Jill says that some signs showing your dog is comfortable wearing the boots are a happy and enthusiastic dog engaging with the treats and games associated with the booties. Look for an open mouth, soft eyes, blinking eyes, direct eye contact showing engagement and a wiggly body, ready for play.

Jill adds, “Use high-value treats, like chicken or hot dogs.”  Because you need to give your dog a lot of treat, either don’t feed a meal or feed half a meal, so the dog is hungry.

6. Dog boot creators want you to be able to successfully use the booties, and each company has tips for dog lovers.

Susan says Ruffwear has a section on their website with advice. “Just like human boots, dog boots need a break-in period. To make it easy, we have six tips for breaking in Ruffwear dog boots.”

Lisa at Ultra Paws adds, “Ultra Paws dog boots are flexible and allow the dog to feel the ground, readily creating confidence and stability. We have videos and advice about putting on the boots and making it a fun experience. Use treats, play and praise. We hear from many customers that dogs connect the boots to going outside, and they get excited when their pet parents pull out the boots!”

Michael of PawZ believes that protecting your dog’s paws should become part of your “going out” routine. “Dogs are trainable,” he says, “and will learn to like wearing them. PawZ, made of all natural rubber, do not have a hard sole, allowing your dog to feel the ground and have a sense of security. When they see the boots come out, they know it’s time for a walk.”

7. How long do dog boots last?

PawZ says the longevity of their dog boots depends on the activity and the terrain.

This is a great question to ask the manufacturer of the boots, since the answer could vary depending on a variety of factors.

“Depends on the activity and the terrain,” says Michael of PawZ. “They will last over a dozen wearings on dog walks but less on gravel or if running in the park. We recommend filing the nails. Our boots come 12 in a pack to help ensure your pooch enjoys the great outdoors.”

Lisa of Ultra Paws explains, “It depends on the terrain and the type of boots. With our boots with rubber or PVC sole, you can extend their life by applying a little ‘Shoe Goo.’ Making sure that you have the right size boot is important, too — if the boots are too big they may slip and wear more quickly.”

Thumbnail: Ruffwear dog boots in action.

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Dug Up at Dogster: 7 Things to Know About Dog Boots

My non-dog-loving friends and some of my dog-loving friends get a kick out of the thought of boots for dogs. “Why in the world would they need that?” they ask about dog boots. “They’ve got paws.”

Of course, but dog paw pads are not magical — they aren’t non-destructible barriers between the dog’s foot and the world. The outside is only protected by leathery thick skin, with a shock-absorbing fatty inner layer. This doesn’t stop paws from getting irritated, burned or cut. And, this is where dog boots come in.

But don’t just take my word for it. I talked to several dog boot companies, plus a dog behaviorist to answer the top seven questions typically asked about dog boots.

1. What dog breeds or mixed-breed dogs should wear dog boots?

PawZ dog boots in action.

“All dogs that live where it is cold or hot,” says Michael Friedland, president of PawZ Rubber Dog Boots. “There are no dogs bred for searing-hot pavement, no dogs bred for snow-melt chemicals, and very few dogs are designed to withstand cold and snow. Your dog’s paws are the only exposed area that comes in direct contact with anything on the ground. Without protection, your dogs will lick their paws, ingesting chemicals, pesticides and bacteria, which can have negative impact on your dog’s health.”

Susan Strible, director of marketing for performance dog gear company Ruffwear also adds that boots can be critical gear for working dogs. “After the catastrophic events of 9/11, a journalist asked a rescue worker what they needed most, and the answer was ‘dog boots.’ Working dogs, from canine field researchers to search and rescue teams, have used Ruffwear boots to safely perform their duties. For instance, recent news shared Piper’s story, a dog who chased birds off the airport runway and wore boots as part of his uniform.”

2. What do dog boots protect dogs from?

“Dog boots are valuable for keeping paws safe in extreme environments and weather,” Susan says. “They protect paws from coarse, rocky trails, hot pavement, ice, snow, salt and snowmelt chemicals and more.”

It’s a dangerous world outside, and some of the same reasons we don’t go walking around in bare feet are reasons to protect your dog’s feet. If you’re taking your dog for a long hike or any place that he could encounter any of the following, you might want to consider slipping on some dog boots first.

Mud

Ice

Snow

Snowmelt chemicals, such as salt

Hot pavement

Animal feces

Foreign bodies, such as glass, splinters or burrs

Fungus

Bacteria (Salmonella, Leptospira, Staphylococcus, etc.)

Poisons like anti-freeze

Pesticides

Stinging and biting pests like fire ants and spiders

3. How do you know what kind of boots to get for your dog?

Ultra Paws dog boots in action.

“Great question,” says Lisa Paxton, “lead dog” at active dog gear company Ultra Paws. “Because one style of dog boot will not work in every situation. And that’s why we offer seven different patented styles. Determine why you need dog boots, your price point and then identify the boot that will perform best for your situation.”

Above all, Michael of PawZ says, “They must stay on in order to work. Don’t just buy the ones that look like your shoes — they will fall off, and you will lose them.”

4. How do you make sure you get the right size boots for your dog?

Lisa of Ultra Paws says to first measure your dog’s paws to get the right fit. “Our boots are sized based on the width of the paw. Take a minute to put the paw on a piece of paper, mark the left and right side, and measure the distance. There are a number of ‘me too’ dog boots on the market — the same boots, just with a different company’s label. Buy your boots from a company that specializes in dog gear — we’ve been in business since 1972 and have numerous patents awarded for our innovative gear. You want boots that are going to be comfortable for your dog, stay on and perform.”

Ruffwear has a downloadable Paw Measurement Chart and a video on how to get accurate paw measurements. “Also,” says Susan, “on occasion a dog’s front paws and rear paws vary slightly in size. So, we sell our boots in pairs and in sets of four, as well, to help provide for a good fit.”

5. How do you get your dogs used to wearing the boots?

Close up of Ruffwear.

When I got my dogs their first pair of boots, this was a bit of a challenge, as they didn’t like things on their feet. In all fairness, I had gotten them used to wearing hats, clothes and touching their feet but never on putting anything on them. So I put this question not only to our three dog boot companies but also to dog trainer Jill Breitner, creator of the Dog Decoder app. Jill recommends taking it slowly and making it a positive experience.

“First bring out the boots for your dog to smell and see,” Jill says. “When she looks or smells the boots, give her a small treat. Put it behind your back, and bring it out again. If she shows any interest, like touching with a paw, smelling, touching with her nose or looking at it, she gets a small treat.” Jill recommends doing this a number of times — perhaps 15 — with a small treat each time (you can use your dog’s dinner kibble if watching calories). “Each time bring it out as new from behind your back,” she says. “If the dog is really engaged and knows how to fetch and bring back, then play with the bootie. Throw it and treat upon retrieval. Do this about 15 times and then leave it alone for a few hours or even a day.” Then repeat the process.

Next, Jill says to touch the bootie to a foot, and give her a small treat. Do this about 15 times and give treats. Do the same for each foot.

Then slip the bootie on for a second, take it off, and give her a treat. Do this about 15 times with small treats, and do the same for each foot. “If your dog is struggling at any phase,” Jill warns, “stop and go back to the phase before and for only one success and treat. Leave it alone for a couple of hours or a day and start with the successful phase before moving forward to a more difficult phase.”

Once your dog is comfortable with the boot being slipped on for a second, increase the time to 20 seconds and so on, not asking for anything but comfortable with it being on a foot.

When your dog is comfortable with having the dog boots on for a minute or two, tie the boot or Velcro it on and then treat 10 times (If there is a tie or Velcro band. Otherwise, skip this step.) Then take it off. Wait a couple of hours or a day, and start where you left off.

Now, put the bootie only on one foot (tying or Velcroing it, if applicable) and ask your dog to play a game of fetch or something else she loves. Play for a few minutes, and take the bootie off.

Next time, put two dog boots on and, if your dog shows no signs of discomfort, put them all on and treat a couple of times. Then, play her favorite game, take them off and continue to play. “They will walk funny at first, lifting paws higher than normal,” Jill says, “so don’t worry about it.” Just play with your dog and then go for a walk around the house, with your dog following you around, perhaps throwing a treat or two on the floor as you move around the house. Play and then do a mock walk around the house. “If all goes well,” she says, “Voila! Go for a walk.”

Jill stresses that if at any time you see anxiety, step back to a successful phase, and don’t move on until the dog shows no signs of stress or anxiety. Signs of anxiety would be: paw lifting, cowering, lip licking, whale eye, walking away, pulling paw away, looking away, growling, hiding, raised lip with teeth showing or a tucked tail.

Jill says that some signs showing your dog is comfortable wearing the boots are a happy and enthusiastic dog engaging with the treats and games associated with the booties. Look for an open mouth, soft eyes, blinking eyes, direct eye contact showing engagement and a wiggly body, ready for play.

Jill adds, “Use high-value treats, like chicken or hot dogs.”  Because you need to give your dog a lot of treat, either don’t feed a meal or feed half a meal, so the dog is hungry.

6. Dog boot creators want you to be able to successfully use the booties, and each company has tips for dog lovers.

Susan says Ruffwear has a section on their website with advice. “Just like human boots, dog boots need a break-in period. To make it easy, we have six tips for breaking in Ruffwear dog boots.”

Lisa at Ultra Paws adds, “Ultra Paws dog boots are flexible and allow the dog to feel the ground, readily creating confidence and stability. We have videos and advice about putting on the boots and making it a fun experience. Use treats, play and praise. We hear from many customers that dogs connect the boots to going outside, and they get excited when their pet parents pull out the boots!”

Michael of PawZ believes that protecting your dog’s paws should become part of your “going out” routine. “Dogs are trainable,” he says, “and will learn to like wearing them. PawZ, made of all natural rubber, do not have a hard sole, allowing your dog to feel the ground and have a sense of security. When they see the boots come out, they know it’s time for a walk.”

7. How long do dog boots last?

PawZ says the longevity of their dog boots depends on the activity and the terrain.

This is a great question to ask the manufacturer of the boots, since the answer could vary depending on a variety of factors.

“Depends on the activity and the terrain,” says Michael of PawZ. “They will last over a dozen wearings on dog walks but less on gravel or if running in the park. We recommend filing the nails. Our boots come 12 in a pack to help ensure your pooch enjoys the great outdoors.”

Lisa of Ultra Paws explains, “It depends on the terrain and the type of boots. With our boots with rubber or PVC sole, you can extend their life by applying a little ‘Shoe Goo.’ Making sure that you have the right size boot is important, too — if the boots are too big they may slip and wear more quickly.”

Thumbnail: Ruffwear dog boots in action.

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Being Alone, Benadryl, and Bones: Gentle, Handsome and Well Mannered Senior Boy. Playful, Calm and Affectionate. A Social Sweetie, always happy to make new friends. Lived in Peaceful Harmony with a Cat. 10 yrs old. 54 Ibs Spike ID# 34512 Waiting for a Home @ Manhattan ACC ****TO BE KILLED 7/28/18**** The sweetest Senior is ready to head home @ MACC. Well Mannered, Social, Playful and Gentle and Respectful around Cats and Kids <3 A volunteer writes: Have you been waiting for a dapper gentle dog with old-fashioned good manners to breeze into your life and sweep you off your feet? Then get ready to swoon because handsome senior Spike is newly single and ready to mingle! 10 years of love and loyalty have mellowed this frosty-faced fellow into the most wonderful companion, a social sweetie who's always happy to make new acquaintances, still has plenty of pep in his step and even lived in peaceful harmony with a cat. He's playful yet calm, affectionate but not clingy and those magnificent jowls are custom-made for flapping right over your hand as he softly kisses it hello. A fine leash walker, obedient sitter and gentle treat taker, Spike has all the grace and dignity you'd expect from a senior but there's still a silly side to him too and every so often he'll break into puppy-like bursts of bounciness, even going so far as to chase a ball in the muggy summer heat. Spike's former owner couldn't say enough good things about him and shared all his favorite hobbies (going for walks, playing with squeaky toys and watching TV), where he likes to sleep (his doggie bed) and just how gentle, tolerant and respectful he was toward his kitty and human siblings. A ready-made pet who'll feel like part of the family in no time flat, Spike is at our Manhattan Care Center patiently waiting to meet his next great love. Could it be you? Spike ID# 34512 Manhattan Animal Care Center 10 years old, 54 lbs BROWN BRINDLE / WHITE MALE Large Mixed Breed Cross Owner Surrender / Personal Issues Intake Date: 07-14-2018 SHELTER ASSESSMENT: EXPERIENCED HOME / No young children (under 5) OWNER NOTES This animal came from: Giveaway Date of Intake 14-Jul-2018 Basic Information: Spike is a 10 year old brown brindle and white large mixed breed dog. He was brought in due to owner having personal issues. Previously lived with: 1 adult, 1 child, 1 cat How is this dog around strangers? Around strangers Spike is friendly and outgoing. How is this dog around children? Around children spike is tolerant and respectful How is this dog around other dogs? Spike has been around dogs and will become aggressive if the other dog shows aggression towards him. How is this dog around cats? Spike lived with an altered 10 year old female domestic short haired cat. He is tolerant and respectful and gets along with her great. Resource guarding: Spike is friendly if: His food bowl, toys or treats are touched. If he is pushed off furniture He is held or restrained. When someone unfamiliar approaches the house or yard Spike will bark. If someone unfamiliar approaches the owner spike is friendly and will display a wagging tail. Bite history: Spike has not bitten another animal or person. Housetrained: Partially Energy level/descriptors: Medium, Friendly, affectionate, playful, Other Notes: He is not disturbed while sleeping or resting. Spike enjoys baths and having his nails trimmed and his coat brushed. Spike isnt bothered if his feet are touch either. Has this dog ever had any medical issues? No Medical Notes Spike last saw a vet in December of 2017 and has no known medical concerns. For a New Family to Know Spike is a friendly affectionate playful dog. He has a medium activity level and loves walking playing and watching tv. The owner's favorite thing about spike is that he is sweet and loving. When youre home spike will follow you around. He likes squeaky stuffed and ball toys. He also loves chew bones. Spike likes to play fetch tug chase guarding, wrestling and likes to alert. He has been kept mostly indoors but will go on frequent walks. Spike likes to sleep in a doggy bed or on a floor with a rug. Spike enjoys both wet and dry foods of the pedigree brand. Spikes favorite treats are bones. Spike is mostly housetrained and will have accidents a few times a month. Spike likes to potty on grass cement gravel and dirt. Spike is well behaved when left alone and will bark and whine. He has never been crate trained. Spike knows how to sit and stay. Spike likes slow walks on leash and pulls lightly. Spike wanders if off leash but will come to you if he is called. BEHAVIOR NOTES: Intake Upon intake, Spike greeted me with a wiggly body as i was scanning him for a microchip. He licked my hand and jumped on me to greet me. He allowed me to collar him take a photo. As i was walking spike into the dog room, he saw a female unaltered dog and he started to lick her kennel and seek to play he was whining but displayed no signs of aggression and was loose bodied. Spike was distracted by the other dog so getting him into a kennel was a bit of a hassle but as he calmed down he walked straight in. ALlowed all handling. Means of surrender (length of time in previous home): Owner Surrender Previously lived with: An adult, a child, and a cat Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing Behavior toward children: Tolerant and respectful Behavior toward dogs: If the other dog displays aggressive behavior, Spike will as well Behavior toward cats: Tolerant and respectful Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Partially Energy level/descriptors: Spike is described as friendly, affectionate, and playful with a medium level of activity. SAFER SCORES: Date of assessment: 16-Jul-2018 Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor's hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft. Paw squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff. Paw squeeze 2: Item not conducted Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Spike approached the assessor with a soft body and shoulder rubbed several. He quickly pulled his head away and whined when look was attempted and became tense when his paw was touched. Summary (1): 7/17: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Spike is initially tense upon approach. When solicited with play, he engages while remaining tense. He at times postures himself to mount. Date of intake: 14-Jul-2018 Summary: Loose body, allowed handling ENERGY LEVEL: Spike is described as having a medium level of activity. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below) Recommendations: No young children (under 5) Recommendations comments: No young children: Due to becoming uncomfortable with in depth handling, we recommend a home without young children. Older, gentle children should have an in-depth interaction prior to adoption. Potential challenges: House soiling Handling/touch sensitivity Potential challenges comments: House soiling: Spike is noted to have accidents in the house, and will likely need guidance with house training. We recommend positive reinforcement, reward-based training only. Handling/touch sensitivity: Spike has appeared uncomfortable with in depth handling at the care center, such as when his face or paws are touched. He has responded appropriately by pulling away, so it is important to always go slow and give Spike the option to walk away from any social interaction. Spike should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Spike’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Spike may do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES 16-Jul-2018 Spay-Neuter Waiver Documentation [Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate. 16-Jul-2018 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 10 year Microchip noted on Intake? none History : Owner surrendered, Spike last saw a vet in December of 2017 and has no known medical concerns. Subjective: BAR, curious, euhydrated, no evidence of vomit/nausea or diarrhea Observed Behavior - Will accept gentle touch to some places, touching to the ears, face or ventrum will cause him to pull away or snap. Will start to thrash when restrained and will constantly try to remove the muzzle Evidence of Cruelty seen - None Evidence of Trauma seen - None Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes OU: Severe chemosis, epiphora with mucoid discharge, cornea clear. Eyes symmetrically open, no evidence of blepherospasm. There was serous nasal discharge Oral Exam: Moderate dental tartar. The mucocutaneous junction along the muzzle and the dorsal bridge of the muzzle all had erythema and hypotrichosis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male two testicles in the scrotum round and soft MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, there are areas of linear alopecia along the front paws bilaterally the hair coar is otherwise unremarkable, there is a 0.5-1 inch round, movable, subcutaneous mass on the right dorsal pelvis CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment 1. Severe conjunctivitis OU 2. Allergy: atopy vs. food 3. Moderate dental tartar 4. Mass in subcutaneous tissue: granuloma vs. neoplasia Prognosis: fair to good Plan: 1. NeoPolyDex opthalmic ointment OU SID for 5 days 2. Benadryl 75mg BID PO for 14 days, may continue indefinitely is it resolves signs 3. Recommend regular dental treatments and daily dental brushing 4. Recommend Mal-a-seb bathing twice a week until 1 month after signs resolve 5. Recommend FNA of the mass 6. Recheck in 1 week SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age * TO FOSTER OR ADOPT * . If you would like to adopt a dog on our “To Be Killed” list, and you CAN get to the shelter in person to complete the adoption process *within 48 hours of reserve*, you can reserve the dog online until noon on the day they are scheduled to die. We have provided the Brooklyn, Staten Island and Manhattan information below. Adoption hours at these facilities is Noon – 8:00 p.m. (6:30 on weekends) HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! *PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! ** STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://newhope.shelterbuddy.com/Animal/List Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) nycacc.org HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU *CANNOT* GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Norther VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.

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Being Alone, Benadryl, and Bones: Gentle, Handsome and Well Mannered Senior Boy. Playful, Calm and Affectionate. A Social Sweetie, always happy to make new friends. Lived in Peaceful Harmony with a Cat. 10 yrs old. 54 Ibs Spike ID# 34512 Waiting for a Home @ Manhattan ACC THE SWEETEST SENIOR IS READY TO HEAD HOME! Well Mannered, Social, Playful and Gentle and Respectful around Cats and Kids <3 A volunteer writes: Have you been waiting for a dapper gentle dog with old-fashioned good manners to breeze into your life and sweep you off your feet? Then get ready to swoon because handsome senior Spike is newly single and ready to mingle! 10 years of love and loyalty have mellowed this frosty-faced fellow into the most wonderful companion, a social sweetie who's always happy to make new acquaintances, still has plenty of pep in his step and even lived in peaceful harmony with a cat. He's playful yet calm, affectionate but not clingy and those magnificent jowls are custom-made for flapping right over your hand as he softly kisses it hello. A fine leash walker, obedient sitter and gentle treat taker, Spike has all the grace and dignity you'd expect from a senior but there's still a silly side to him too and every so often he'll break into puppy-like bursts of bounciness, even going so far as to chase a ball in the muggy summer heat. Spike's former owner couldn't say enough good things about him and shared all his favorite hobbies (going for walks, playing with squeaky toys and watching TV), where he likes to sleep (his doggie bed) and just how gentle, tolerant and respectful he was toward his kitty and human siblings. A ready-made pet who'll feel like part of the family in no time flat, Spike is at our Manhattan Care Center patiently waiting to meet his next great love. Could it be you? Spike ID# 34512 Manhattan Animal Care Center 10 years old, 54 lbs BROWN BRINDLE / WHITE MALE Large Mixed Breed Cross Owner Surrender / Personal Issues Intake Date: 07-14-2018 SHELTER ASSESSMENT: EXPERIENCED HOME / No young children (under 5) OWNER NOTES This animal came from: Giveaway Date of Intake 14-Jul-2018 Basic Information: Spike is a 10 year old brown brindle and white large mixed breed dog. He was brought in due to owner having personal issues. Previously lived with: 1 adult, 1 child, 1 cat How is this dog around strangers? Around strangers Spike is friendly and outgoing. How is this dog around children? Around children spike is tolerant and respectful How is this dog around other dogs? Spike has been around dogs and will become aggressive if the other dog shows aggression towards him. How is this dog around cats? Spike lived with an altered 10 year old female domestic short haired cat. He is tolerant and respectful and gets along with her great. Resource guarding: Spike is friendly if: His food bowl, toys or treats are touched. If he is pushed off furniture He is held or restrained. When someone unfamiliar approaches the house or yard Spike will bark. If someone unfamiliar approaches the owner spike is friendly and will display a wagging tail. Bite history: Spike has not bitten another animal or person. Housetrained: Partially Energy level/descriptors: Medium, Friendly, affectionate, playful, Other Notes: He is not disturbed while sleeping or resting. Spike enjoys baths and having his nails trimmed and his coat brushed. Spike isnt bothered if his feet are touch either. Has this dog ever had any medical issues? No Medical Notes Spike last saw a vet in December of 2017 and has no known medical concerns. For a New Family to Know Spike is a friendly affectionate playful dog. He has a medium activity level and loves walking playing and watching tv. The owner's favorite thing about spike is that he is sweet and loving. When youre home spike will follow you around. He likes squeaky stuffed and ball toys. He also loves chew bones. Spike likes to play fetch tug chase guarding, wrestling and likes to alert. He has been kept mostly indoors but will go on frequent walks. Spike likes to sleep in a doggy bed or on a floor with a rug. Spike enjoys both wet and dry foods of the pedigree brand. Spikes favorite treats are bones. Spike is mostly housetrained and will have accidents a few times a month. Spike likes to potty on grass cement gravel and dirt. Spike is well behaved when left alone and will bark and whine. He has never been crate trained. Spike knows how to sit and stay. Spike likes slow walks on leash and pulls lightly. Spike wanders if off leash but will come to you if he is called. BEHAVIOR NOTES: Intake Upon intake, Spike greeted me with a wiggly body as i was scanning him for a microchip. He licked my hand and jumped on me to greet me. He allowed me to collar him take a photo. As i was walking spike into the dog room, he saw a female unaltered dog and he started to lick her kennel and seek to play he was whining but displayed no signs of aggression and was loose bodied. Spike was distracted by the other dog so getting him into a kennel was a bit of a hassle but as he calmed down he walked straight in. ALlowed all handling. Means of surrender (length of time in previous home): Owner Surrender Previously lived with: An adult, a child, and a cat Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing Behavior toward children: Tolerant and respectful Behavior toward dogs: If the other dog displays aggressive behavior, Spike will as well Behavior toward cats: Tolerant and respectful Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Partially Energy level/descriptors: Spike is described as friendly, affectionate, and playful with a medium level of activity. SAFER SCORES: Date of assessment: 16-Jul-2018 Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor's hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft. Paw squeeze 1: 3. Dog closes mouth, becomes stiff. Paw squeeze 2: Item not conducted Flank squeeze 1: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Flank squeeze 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all. Toy: 1. No interest. Summary: Spike approached the assessor with a soft body and shoulder rubbed several. He quickly pulled his head away and whined when look was attempted and became tense when his paw was touched. Summary (1): 7/17: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Spike is initially tense upon approach. When solicited with play, he engages while remaining tense. He at times postures himself to mount. Date of intake: 14-Jul-2018 Summary: Loose body, allowed handling ENERGY LEVEL: Spike is described as having a medium level of activity. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below) Recommendations: No young children (under 5) Recommendations comments: No young children: Due to becoming uncomfortable with in depth handling, we recommend a home without young children. Older, gentle children should have an in-depth interaction prior to adoption. Potential challenges: House soiling Handling/touch sensitivity Potential challenges comments: House soiling: Spike is noted to have accidents in the house, and will likely need guidance with house training. We recommend positive reinforcement, reward-based training only. Handling/touch sensitivity: Spike has appeared uncomfortable with in depth handling at the care center, such as when his face or paws are touched. He has responded appropriately by pulling away, so it is important to always go slow and give Spike the option to walk away from any social interaction. Spike should never be forced to approach anything that he is uncomfortable with or to submit to petting or handling. It should always be Spike’s choice to approach a new person or thing. Spike may do best in an initially calm and quiet home environment and should be given time to acclimate to his new surroundings. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES 16-Jul-2018 Spay-Neuter Waiver Documentation [Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate. 16-Jul-2018 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 10 year Microchip noted on Intake? none History : Owner surrendered, Spike last saw a vet in December of 2017 and has no known medical concerns. Subjective: BAR, curious, euhydrated, no evidence of vomit/nausea or diarrhea Observed Behavior - Will accept gentle touch to some places, touching to the ears, face or ventrum will cause him to pull away or snap. Will start to thrash when restrained and will constantly try to remove the muzzle Evidence of Cruelty seen - None Evidence of Trauma seen - None Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes OU: Severe chemosis, epiphora with mucoid discharge, cornea clear. Eyes symmetrically open, no evidence of blepherospasm. There was serous nasal discharge Oral Exam: Moderate dental tartar. The mucocutaneous junction along the muzzle and the dorsal bridge of the muzzle all had erythema and hypotrichosis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male two testicles in the scrotum round and soft MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, there are areas of linear alopecia along the front paws bilaterally the hair coar is otherwise unremarkable, there is a 0.5-1 inch round, movable, subcutaneous mass on the right dorsal pelvis CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment 1. Severe conjunctivitis OU 2. Allergy: atopy vs. food 3. Moderate dental tartar 4. Mass in subcutaneous tissue: granuloma vs. neoplasia Prognosis: fair to good Plan: 1. NeoPolyDex opthalmic ointment OU SID for 5 days 2. Benadryl 75mg BID PO for 14 days, may continue indefinitely is it resolves signs 3. Recommend regular dental treatments and daily dental brushing 4. Recommend Mal-a-seb bathing twice a week until 1 month after signs resolve 5. Recommend FNA of the mass 6. Recheck in 1 week SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age *** TO FOSTER OR ADOPT *** If you would like to adopt a NYC ACC dog, and can get to the shelter in person to complete the adoption process, you can contact the shelter directly. We have provided the Brooklyn, Staten Island and Manhattan information below. Adoption hours at these facilities is Noon – 8:00 p.m. (6:30 on weekends) If you CANNOT get to the shelter in person and you want to FOSTER OR ADOPT a NYC ACC Dog, you can PRIVATE MESSAGE our Must Love Dogs page for assistance. PLEASE NOTE: You MUST live in NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Northern VA. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a NYC ACC dog. Transport is available if you live within the prescribed range of states.

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Being Alone, Benadryl, and Bones: A Social Butterfly, Playful Lad, Adorable Dumpling & Affectionate Babe Ceve MAXX ID# 47064 1 yr old and 68 adorable lbs Waiting for you @ Manhattan Animal Care Center INTAKE DATE: 07-17-2019 ADOPTED AS A PUPPY AND RETURNED JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER - MAXX IS STILL JUST THE CUTEST DUMPLING and SOCIAL BUTTERFLY! WHAT IS NOT TO LOVE ABOUT MAXX? ** A $500 stipend will be offered to the New Hope partner that pulls Maxx 47064. Please note that in order to qualify for the stipend, the animal cannot go to a boarding facility. ** A volunteer writes: MAXX is an adorable little big guy, just a plump baby at 1 year of age! He is so cute, tumbling down the yard, all excited, his mouth open, wagging his tail, flopping his ears and running after a ball. A silly and naive pup, full of expectations and belief that life is a huge bowl of fun! Maxx loves company: he calls for attention, lands on laps with his giant paws, licks faces, gives standing hugs and kisses, mouths gently and plays with the leash. Forgive me, forgive me, I am just a little one! Of course, who would be upset at you, you are so endearing! Maxx does sit on command, takes treats gently and seems to like very much other dogs, in particular the little ones. Well, he lived with a pretty ShihTzu girl and just adored her! What's not to love and like about Maxx? He is the cutest dumpling, a social butterfly, a playful lad, an affectionate babe and he loves other dogs! In a nutshell, Maxx is a great young pooch who will make your life lively, fun and sweet! Ask to meet Maxx at the Manhattan Care Center. They so want to be yours! MY MOVIES: Current Stay: Bella and Maxx in Playgroup https://youtu.be/rdiTVcbMt_o First Stay: Endearing puppy Maxx https://youtu.be/RpMwiMF0XKk MAXX, ID# 47064 1 yr old, 68.8 lbs Manhattan Animal Care Center Large Mixed Breed Cross, White / Brown Brindle Neutered Male, Owner Surrender Reason: owner surrender due to personal circumstances Shelter Assessment Rating: LEVEL 1 No young children (under 5) Medical Behavior Rating: BEHAVIOR NOTES Means of Surrender: 7/17/2019, Owner surrender, second stay in the care center (See original profile from first stay) SAFER ASSESSMENT: Date of assessment: 17-Jul-2019 Summary: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Highly social Call over: Approaches readily, soft, active Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Seeks contact, loose, jumping up Exuberant handling: Seeks contact, loose, jumping up Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows, loose Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: No interest Toy Toy comments: Minimal interest PLAYGROUP NOTES - DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: SECOND STAY: 7/19/19: When introduced off leash to a female dog, Maxx engages in bouncy play. 7/20: Maxx greets politely but mostly displays anxious behavior, barking and seeking handler attention. FIRST STAY: 11/13/18: When introduced off leash to dogs, Maxx engages in soft play. INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Date of intake: 12-Nov-2018 Summary: Loose body, allowed handling, jumped up socially MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: Date of initial: 12-Nov-2018 Summary: Active, allowed handling ENERGY LEVEL: Maxx is described as having a very high level of activity. He is a young, enthusiastic, social dog who will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised. We recommend long-lasting chews, food puzzles, and hide-and-seek games, in additional to physical exercise, to positively direct his energy and enthusiasm. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: Level 1 Behavior Asilomar H - Healthy Recommendations: No young children (under 5) Recommendations comments: No young children (under 5): Due to Maxx's overall exuberance, we feel he may be best set up to succeed in a home without young children at this time. Potential challenges: Basic manners/poor impulse control Potential challenges comments: Basic manners/poor impulse control: Maxx jumps up a lot in a social manner. It is recommended that default behaviors such as "Leave it", "Sit/Stay", "Down" are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach him to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended MEDICAL EXAM NOTES 18-Jul-2019 Progress Exam HAD MALESAB BATH 18-Jul-2019 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:1-2y Microchip noted on Intake? yes History : owner surrender due to personal circumstances Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior -Wagging tail and jumping on everyone in room. Allowed all handling with wiggly backside. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild dental tartar, dental disease stage 0/4 PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, generalized partial alopecia, crusts and pustules, no masses noted CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal external Assessment: generalized demodicosis overweight Prognosis: good Plan: dose afoxolaner for weight simplicef 200mg 1 sid x7d recheck skin in 4 weeks SURGERY: neutered -------------------------------------------------------- NOTES FIRST STAY / Intake: November 2018 MAXX, ID# 47064, 7 mos old, xx lbs, Manhattan Animal Care Center, Large Mixed Breed Cross, White / Brown Brindle Male, Owner Surrender Reason: Shelter Assessment Rating: Medical Behavior Rating: CAME IN WITH: Paris 47065 (small female dog, Maxx and Paris were very bonded and loved each other. Sadly they were adopted to different homes - Paris is still adopted.) OWNER SURRENDER NOTES 2018: Maxx came in to our facilities as an owner surrender due to his owners both recently having big surgeries that have severely inhibited their capabilities to care for Maxx and Paris 47065. Maxx is a white and brown brindle large mixed breed neutered male who is 7 months old. His previous owners had him since he was about 30 days old and got him six months ago. He previously lived with 2 adults. Around strangers, Maxx is friendly and outgoing. He will play excitedly with adults. Maxx has been around children ages 2 and 15 years old, respectively. Around them, he is relaxed, respectful, and playful. He will play exuberantly with children. Maxx has never been around cats before. Maxx has no resource guarding behaviors. He has never bitten another animal or human. He is housetrained and his previous owenr describes his energy level as very high. Other Notes: Paris has also lived with birds and she was described as getting along peacefully with them. Maxx is not bothered if held or restrained, if disturbed while sleeping or resting, or if given a bath. Maxx will allow his nails to be trimmed and to be brushed. He is friendly towards strangers that approach his family and he will bark if he hears someone in the hallway. Has this dog ever had any medical issues? Yes Medical Notes: Maxx currently presents signs of an allergy. After going to the vet once, a diagnosis was not able to be reached. For a New Family to Know Maxx is described as being friendly, affectionate, playful, pushy, and excitable. He likes to follow you around when you are home but will also stay away if you tell him to stay in one part of the room. He likes to play with bones. He does not play any games. He has been kept indoors only. He slept in a dog bed that was located in the living room. He was fed one can of wet food in the morning and one at night with dry food in between. He also ate chicken and vegetables. He prefers the small bite variety of dry food. He is very house trained and does not have accidents. He will use the bathroom on any surface outside, as well as on wee wee pads. When left home alone, he is well behaved. He has never been left alone in a yard. He has been crate trained and will do well for 1-2 hours. He knows the command sit. Due to both owners' declining health, he has not been walked outside as often as of late. He pulls very hard on the leash. His favorite thing to do is play with Paris 47065. The owners' favorite things about Maxx are how active, close to his owner he is, and how loving and affectionate he is. INTAKE BEHAVIOR - DATE OF INTAKE: Upon intake, Maxx was very energetic and often leapt up at counselors and other staff. He was very upset when separated from Paris 47065 and began to whine and howl. He had a loose, wiggly body and a wagging tail. He allowed all handling including collaring, scanning for a microchip, and taking a photograph. BEHAVIOR NOTES Means of surrender (length of time in previous home): Owner Surrender, 1st stay in the care center Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing Resource guarding: None reported Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Maxx is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, pushy, and excitable with a very high level of activity. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES 12-Nov-2018 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 7m Microchip noted on Intake? yes Microchip Number (If Applicable): 985112010540149 History : owner surrender Subjective: BARH, unremarkable appetite or defecation Observed Behavior - very energetic, will howl when not in sight of bond mate Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears warm and pink, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: unremarkable PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male neutered, no leakage or discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, multiple areas of alopecia with reddened skin and scale with lick associated abrasions CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: visually normal Assessment dermatitis unspecified allergies Prognosis: good Plan: simplicef 10 mg/kg SID for 14 days benadryl 75mg PO BID for 5 days *** TO FOSTER OR ADOPT *** If you would like to adopt a NYC ACC dog, and can get to the shelter in person to complete the adoption process, you can contact the shelter directly. We have provided the Brooklyn, Staten Island and Manhattan information below. Adoption hours at these facilities is Noon – 8:00 p.m. (6:30 on weekends) If you CANNOT get to the shelter in person and you want to FOSTER OR ADOPT a NYC ACC Dog, you can PRIVATE MESSAGE our Must Love Dogs page for assistance. PLEASE NOTE: You MUST live in NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Northern VA. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a NYC ACC dog. Transport is available if you live within the prescribed range of states. Shelter contact information: Phone number (212) 788-4000 Email adopt@nycacc.org Shelter Addresses: Brooklyn Shelter: 2336 Linden Boulevard Brooklyn, NY 11208 Manhattan Shelter: 326 East 110 St. New York, NY 10029 Staten Island Shelter: 3139 Veterans Road West Staten Island, NY 10309 *** NEW NYC ACC RATING SYSTEM *** Level 1 Dogs with Level 1 determinations are suitable for the majority of homes. These dogs are not displaying concerning behaviors in shelter, and the owner surrender profile (where available) is positive. Level 2 Dogs with Level 2 determinations will be suitable for adopters with some previous dog experience. They will have displayed behavior in the shelter (or have owner reported behavior) that requires some training, or is simply not suitable for an adopter with minimal experience. Level 3 Dogs with Level 3 determinations will need to go to homes with experienced adopters, and the ACC strongly suggest that the adopter have prior experience with the challenges described and/or an understanding of the challenge and how to manage it safely in a home environment. In many cases, a trainer will be needed to manage and work on the behaviors safely in a home environment.

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Being Alone, Cats, and Children: ld 61 76.5 yrs. 39 lIbs of joy rooklyn ACC The wiggliest, sweetest, most endearing boy w/only love in his heart for everyone! Gentle, hopeful, happy A GEM TO BE KILLED - 5/23/2019 Wapo is a tiny boy, who is much too thin, has old scars and callusses on his legs and needs lots of TLC ! Wapo came into the shelter trembling, but he puts his best paw forward - warming up to the staff and his volunteers, wagging his tail a little and trying to make the best of it. Wapo has been surrendered by an owner who obviously did not care properly for him, he was not even fed enough. In the shelter he is whining, when he sees a doggy friend - probably he would love to spend some time with every 4 legged buddy he sees. Please share little Wapo for the safe, loving home he deserves - with parents that actually care! A volunteer writes: I don't know if it's that sweet little face, those gentle brown eyes, or all the wiggling that goes on when I pet him, but I just find it so darn hard to pull myself away from Wapo. He can be a bit shy with new people, but don't worry, that doesn't last long and before you know it, you'll be part of his growing circle of friends. He's a really friendly and affectionate boy who'll happily do his little wiggle dance when you show him any kind of attention...or give him a treat! He has a medium-to-high energy level and knows the commands sit, come, and lie down. He was relaxed and gentle with the two large dogs he previously lived with, as well as with dogs who used to visit him. He's also been a very good boy at playgroup here at the shelter. Wonderful Wapo has become a Favorite with staff and volunteers...come and see why by meeting him at the Brooklyn ACC shelter where he's excitedly awaiting his fur-ever home. MY MOVIE: Wapo <3 https://youtu.be/xNohG9qAH00 WAPO, ID# 61576, 5 yrs old, 39 lbs, Brooklyn Animal Care Center, Large Mixed Breed Cross, Tan Male, Owner Surrender Reason: stated as person circumstance- moving - no pets allowed. Behavior History: During intake Wapo was shying away from the counselor. He did allow the counselor to collar him and take his picture with no problems. Spay/Neuter Status: Neutered Basic Information:: Wapo is a neuterd tan male dog that was surrendered by his owner due to the fact he is moving and could no loner have pets. The owner stated that Wapo was bred at home and he has had him for the past 5 years. Previously lived with:: 2 adults 2 dogs How is this dog around strangers?: When around strangers Wapo is shy for a few moments then he will warm up. When playing with adults he is gentle. How is this dog around children?: Wapo has not spent time in the home with children so it is unknown how he will react. How is this dog around other dogs?: Owner stated that Wapo has spent time in the home with 2 other large dogs and he was relaxed and affectionate. When playing with other dogs he is gentle. How is this dog around cats?: Wapo has not spent time in the home with cats so it is unknown how he will react. Resource guarding:: Wapo is not bothered if someone was to touch his food treats or toys. When someone unfamiliar approaches his house he will bark. he is not bothered if someone unfamiliar approaches his family member. Bite history:: Wapo does not have a bite history. Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: High Other Notes:: Owner stated that during fireworks Wapo will hide. He is not bothered if he is restrained pushed off the couch or disturbed while he sleeps. He is not bothered if he is bathed or brushed. He has never had his nails trimmed so it is unknown how he will react. Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No Medical Notes: No reported medical concerns. For a New Family to Know: Owner described Wapo as friendly affectionate and playful.When at home he will follow his owner around. He has been kept mostly indoors and eats dry dog food.When using the bathroom he will go outside on the grass or cement. When left alone in the home he is well behaved. he has never been kept in the yard so it is unknown how he will react. He has been crated an does well. He knows how to sit, come lay down and when called. He is used to brisk walks on the leash. When off the leash he will wander but comes back when called. Behavior Assessment Date of intake:: 4/30/2019 Spay/Neuter status:: Yes Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 2 Dogs (Large) Behavior toward strangers:: Initially shy, but warms up quickly and plays gently Behavior toward children:: Unknown Behavior toward dogs:: Relaxed and affectionate (w/resident dogs); Plays gently (w/visiting dogs) Behavior toward cats:: Unknown Resource guarding:: Wapo's previous owner reported Wapo to growl when his food or food bowl are touched. No reported resource guarding reported over his treats or toys. Bite history:: None reported Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: Wapo is described as friendly, affectionate and playful with a high level of energy. Summary:: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Moderate pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Very friendly and social with people encountered on walk Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Neutral body, ears back, tail low, explores somewhat, whining, follows handler, panting, somewhat approaches, but backs away, readily accepts treats with a soft mouth, low tail wags Call over: Approaches with coaxing Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Tense, leans in immediately with contact, lip licking, closed mouth, ears back, tucked tail, accepts contact Exuberant handling: Tense, leans in immediately with contact, lip licking, closed mouth, ears back, tucked tail, accepts contact Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows handler, low and fearful, panting Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: Whines when assistant exits the room; No response to knock; Approaches assistant, tail wagging, then pulls toward the door seeking exit Toy Toy comments: Minimal interest; Panting, distracted by outside noises Summary:: According to Wapo's previous owner, she stated that he has spent time in the home with two other large dogs and he was relaxed and affectionate. When playing with other dogs he is gentle. Here at the Care Center, Wapo displays a soft wiggly body when greeting both a novel male and female dog. He engages in high energy bouncy-play, with a few body bumps and persistent paw slaps. Wapo's high energy level and paw slaps quickly overwhelm the other dogs, but he does listen to correction briefly. Due to his behavior around other dogs at the Care Center, the Behavior Department recommends that Wapo be placed in a home with other dogs who are highly socialized and tolerant of his high energy behavior. 5/2: When off leash at the Care Center, Wapo is introduced to a novel female dog. He is initially nervous as he explores the pen with a lowered head/body with low tail wags. His body softens when he greets the female at the gate. He engages in cooperative chase play with leaps and bounces and does not attempt to mount the female. 5/3: Wapo was introduced to a juvenile male. He engages in bouncy play, with dramatic play bows. He mounts the puppy at the end of the play session. 5/17: Wapo returned to the group after recovering from CIRDC, and greeted a novel female dog. Wapo initially fixates on the greeter’s rear end before soliciting play. When the greeter corrects him, he walks away for a few minutes. Further, into his session, he returns to engage in play and backs away when he is overcorrected. 5/18: Wapo engaged in bouts of play, and can be a bit persistent; constantly paw slapping. He leans and lowers himself to the floor when the other dog does the same. 5/19: WaPo was introduced to a novel neutered male today. He greets the male with a wiggly body, but quickly overwhelms the other male with his high energy and paw slaps. 5/20: Wapo greets a novel female with a soft body and wanders the yard. Date of intake:: 4/30/2019 Summary:: Initially avoided contact; Allowed all handling Date of initial:: 4/30/2019 Summary:: Tense, trembling, soft muzzled as a precaution; Warmed up, tail wagging ENERGY LEVEL:: Wapo was observed to exhibit a medium level of energy during his interactions in the care center. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: Level 3 Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations:: No children (under 13) Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to Wapo's overall level of fear and anxiety, as well as his reported resource guarding in a previous home environment, we feel it would be best for him to be placed in a stable, adult-only home environment to ensure his success. It is advised that the new adopters should be able to exercise appropriate and safe management when handling Wapo, allowing him to acclimate and decompress at his own pace. Force-free, reward-based training only is advised, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: : Resource guarding,Fearful,Anxiety Potential challenges comments:: Resource guarding: Wapo's previous owner reported Wapo to growl when his food or food bowl are touched. No reported resource guarding reported over his treats or toys. This behavior has not been observed in the care center. Please refer to the handout on Resource guarding. Fearful: Wapo exhibits initial fearful behavior during his interactions in the care center. He was observed to pant excessively, whine and initially avoid contact with certain handlers during his assessment, although he did accept and lean into all contact. During his medical and intake exams, Wapo was also observed to show initial fearful behavior (tense, trembling and avoiding contact), but was able to settle on his own, warming up and allowed all handling. Please refer to the handout on Fearful behavior. Anxiety: Wapo displayed some anxious behavior during his interactions in the care center. He was observed to excessively pant and whine throughout his assessment, especially when a staff member would leave the room. He was not observed to escalate beyond these behaviors. Please refer to the handout on Anxiety. Medical Behavior Rating: Blue MEDICAL EXAM NOTES DVM Intake Exam. Estimated age: Approx 5 years. Microchip noted on Intake? Negative, placed at intake History : Owner surrender. Subjective: BARH, tense and trembling, soft muzzle placed for medical treatments as precaution, but he does warm up and starts wagging tail at the end of treatments. Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - none, Objective: P = wnl R = wnl, BCS = 3.5/9. EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Oral Exam: Moderate to severe tartar (worst at canines). PLN: No enlargements noted. H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic. ABD: Tense, non painful, no masses palpated. U/G: Male intact, one scrotal testicle. No inguinal testicle palpated. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat except alopecia and erythema at lateral aspects of hocks, elbows (likely pressure points) CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities. Rectal: Externally normal. Assessment: Dental disease, Underweight, Cryptorchid, Dermatitis - suspect pressure points. Prognosis: Good. Plan: Monitor weight, recommend dental cleaning upon placement, Neuter. SURGERY: Okay for surgery * TO FOSTER OR ADOPT * HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! *PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! * STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://newhope.shelterbuddy.com/Animal/List Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU CANNOT GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Northern VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.

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Being Alone, Apparently, and Bones: 6 yrs old, 64 lbs Mr. Adorable - Nuka is a floppy-eared, friendly boy playful, waggy and very cute He sits nicely on command, gives paw and takes his treats gently. He is ready for a new home Brooklyn ACC TO BE KILLED 5/16/19 Meet the Champion of Cat Naps - Nuka AKA Mr. Adorable! <3 Nuka is a friendly, playful and cute gentleman. Nuka lived in harmony with a another male dog and was playful and respectful around him. Nuka wags his tail the entire time. He will sit on command, gives his paw and takes his treats very gently. Nuka loses his home, due to his family moving to a place where there are no pets allowed. He is hoping to find a new place to call home, a new family to love and to have fun with ~ and to stay a part of forever! Please share sweet Nuka for his happily ever after! A volunteer writes: If you’re looking for a floppy-eared dog who thinks he’s a cat, we have just the guy for you! Come meet Nuka today! MY VIDEO: Mr. Adorable <3 https://youtu.be/ZQUOzJ7igNY NUKA, ID# 59638, 6 yrs old, 64 lbs, Brooklyn Animal Care Center, Medium Mixed Breed Cross, Tan / White Neutered Male, Owner Surrender Reason: owner moving into a no pet place Shelter Assessment Rating: LEVEL 3 No children (under 13) Medical Behavior Rating: OWNER SURRENDER NOTES - BASIC INFORMATION: Nuka is a six year old tan and white medium male dog that was surrendered to the center due to the owner moving into a no pet place. He had him for the past four years. Nuka doesn't have any known health issue and has not been to the vet in the past two years. Nuka previously lived with two adults, two children and one dog. He is friendly and outgoing around strangers. The owner stated that he will bark if a stranger approaches him too quickly. Nuka lived with a six year old child and a seven year old child. He was relaxed, very playful and respectful around them. Nuka also lived with a medium male dog and was very playful and respectful around him. Nuka didn't live with cats. Nuka´s owner did not report resource guarding with toys or food however he will growl and escalate to bite if a food bone is taken away from him. Nuka has no bite history with a person or an animal. He is housetrained and his owner describes his energy level as very high. Other Notes: He is not bothered when removed from the furniture nor if he is disturbed while resting. He growls when being carried by strangers and when being bathed. He enjoys to be brushed and is not bothered if someone unfamiliar approaches the house. The owner never trimmed his nails therefore his behavior is unknown. Has this dog ever had any medical issues? No For a New Family to Know He was described as friendly, affectionate, playful and excitable. His favorite activity is to catch the ball. He likes to follow people around at home or he just stays at his favorite spot. He was kept indoors only and used to sleep with the owner. He was fed dry and wet food twice a day (half a can of wet food and a half a portion of dry) His favotite treats are Milk Bone. He is house-trained and goes potty on grass. He is well-behaved when left alone in the house. Nuka has never been crated. He listens to sit, lay and comes to say bye to you when you say "bye-bye" He is used to walks on leash for exercise, three times a day. He pulls hard when on the leash and will wander or run away when off the leash. INTAKE NOTES – DATE OF INTAKE, 10-Apr-2019: Behavior upon intake: Nuka seemed shy at the beginning however he started to wag his tail after giving him some treats. He was licking the counselor's hand and started to jump to her chest. Nuka started to bark when approached to collar him but allowed it after another attempt. He struggled when trying to put the leash on him but allowed it when he was near the door. He allowed to be collared and scanned. Nuka scanned negative for a microchip. BEHAVIOR NOTES: Means of surrender (length of time in previous home): Owner surrender Previously lived with: 2 Adults, 2 Children (6, 7), 1 Dog (Medium, Male) Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing, but barks if approached rapidly Behavior toward children: Relaxed, playful and respectful (w/resident children) Behavior toward dogs: Playful and respectful (w/resident dog) Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: Previous owner reported Nuka to exhibit resource guarding behavior over bones. He will growl and escalate to snapping when his bone is approached. No resource guarding reported over his food or toys. Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Nuka is described as friendly, affectionate, playful and excitable with a very high level of energy. SHELTER ASSESSMENT SUMMARIES: Summary: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Soft and loose body, wagging tail, readily accepts treats with soft mouth, stays near handlers, solicits attention, accepts contact Call over: Approaches slowly, ears back and tail wagging, soft and loose Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Soft, tail wagging, sits down, slow head flips, some lip licking, leans into and accepts all contact Exuberant handling: Soft, tail wagging, remains sitting, some lip licking, leans into and accepts all contact, somewhat distracted by outside noise Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows handler, soft and loose, tail high and wagging Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: Some whining, lip licking and yawned when assistant exits; One low bark with knock; Pulls hard toward door, accepts contact, tail wagging Toy Toy comments: Grips and relinquishes on first pass; Grips and moves away on second pass PLAYGROUP NOTES - DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: According to Nuka's previous owner, He lived with a medium sized male dog. Nuka was very playful and respectful around him. 4/11: When off leash at the Care Center, Nuka is introduced to a novel female dog. He greets the female with a soft body but then becomes sexually motivated. He fixates on her genitals, but is interrupted by handlers and walks away to explore the pens. INTAKE BEHAVIOR - Date of intake: 10-Apr-2019 Summary: Initially timid, some tail wags and accepts treats, licks and jumps up, barks when approached MEDICAL BEHAVIOR - Date of initial: 11-Apr-2019 Summary: Loose and wiggly body, wagging tail, growled, whale eye, barked, muzzled ENERGY LEVEL: Nuka was observed to exhibit a low-medium level of energy during his interactions in the care center. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: Level 3 Behavior Asilomar TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations: No children (under 13) Recommendations comments: No children (under 13): Although Nuka displays social behavior and accepts contact during his interactions, he was reported by his previous owner to display handling sensitivity and fearful behavior with the potential for defensive aggression, which were also observed during the initial interactions in the care center. Nuka was also reported by his previous owner to exhibit resource guarding behavior, which has not been observed in the care center. As a result, it is recommended that Nuka be placed in an adult only home to ensure his success. We advise safe and appropriate management when handling Nuka, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: Resource guarding Handling/touch sensitivity Fearful/potential for defensive aggression Potential challenges comments: Resource guarding: Nuka is reported by his previous owner to exhibit resource guarding behavior over his bones in a home environment. He was observed to escalate to growling and snapping if approached. Please refer to the handout on Resource guarding. Handling/touch sensitivity: Nuka is reported by his previous owner to exhibit handling sensitivity in a home environment. He is reported to growl if carried by strangers or when being bathed. This behavior has been observed when being handled during his medical exam and only escalated to barking. Please refer to the handout on Handling/touch sensitivity. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Nuka is reported by his previous owner to exhibit fearful behavior with potential for defensive aggression. He is reported to bark if approached too quickly by a stranger. Although he has shown improvement, this behavior has been observed during his initial interactions in the care center. Please refer to the handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES 11-Apr-2019 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 years according to o Microchip noted on Intake? positive 985112004625312 History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - came into the room loose, wiggly, wagging tail. Would intermittently growl. Muzzled for exam. Alternates from loose and wagging tail to growling and hard barking with whale eyes. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral lesions noted, limited oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Start trazodone 150mg PO BID for shelter anxiety Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: neutered *** TO FOSTER OR ADOPT *** HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! *PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! ** STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://newhope.shelterbuddy.com/Animal/List Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU *CANNOT* GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Norther VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.

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Being Alone, Apparently, and Bones: 6 yrs old, 64 lbs Mr. Adorable - Nuka is a floppy-eared, friendly boy playful, waggy and very cute He sits nicely on command, gives paw and takes his treats gently. He is ready for a new home Brooklyn ACC TO BE KILLED 5/16/19 Meet the Champion of Cat Naps - Nuka AKA Mr. Adorable! <3 Nuka is a friendly, playful and cute gentleman. Nuka lived in harmony with a another male dog and was playful and respectful around him. Nuka wags his tail the entire time. He will sit on command, gives his paw and takes his treats very gently. Nuka loses his home, due to his family moving to a place where there are no pets allowed. He is hoping to find a new place to call home, a new family to love and to have fun with ~ and to stay a part of forever! Please share sweet Nuka for his happily ever after! A volunteer writes: If you’re looking for a floppy-eared dog who thinks he’s a cat, we have just the guy for you! Come meet Nuka today! MY VIDEO: Mr. Adorable <3 https://youtu.be/ZQUOzJ7igNY NUKA, ID# 59638, 6 yrs old, 64 lbs, Brooklyn Animal Care Center, Medium Mixed Breed Cross, Tan / White Neutered Male, Owner Surrender Reason: owner moving into a no pet place Shelter Assessment Rating: LEVEL 3 No children (under 13) Medical Behavior Rating: OWNER SURRENDER NOTES - BASIC INFORMATION: Nuka is a six year old tan and white medium male dog that was surrendered to the center due to the owner moving into a no pet place. He had him for the past four years. Nuka doesn't have any known health issue and has not been to the vet in the past two years. Nuka previously lived with two adults, two children and one dog. He is friendly and outgoing around strangers. The owner stated that he will bark if a stranger approaches him too quickly. Nuka lived with a six year old child and a seven year old child. He was relaxed, very playful and respectful around them. Nuka also lived with a medium male dog and was very playful and respectful around him. Nuka didn't live with cats. Nuka´s owner did not report resource guarding with toys or food however he will growl and escalate to bite if a food bone is taken away from him. Nuka has no bite history with a person or an animal. He is housetrained and his owner describes his energy level as very high. Other Notes: He is not bothered when removed from the furniture nor if he is disturbed while resting. He growls when being carried by strangers and when being bathed. He enjoys to be brushed and is not bothered if someone unfamiliar approaches the house. The owner never trimmed his nails therefore his behavior is unknown. Has this dog ever had any medical issues? No For a New Family to Know He was described as friendly, affectionate, playful and excitable. His favorite activity is to catch the ball. He likes to follow people around at home or he just stays at his favorite spot. He was kept indoors only and used to sleep with the owner. He was fed dry and wet food twice a day (half a can of wet food and a half a portion of dry) His favotite treats are Milk Bone. He is house-trained and goes potty on grass. He is well-behaved when left alone in the house. Nuka has never been crated. He listens to sit, lay and comes to say bye to you when you say "bye-bye" He is used to walks on leash for exercise, three times a day. He pulls hard when on the leash and will wander or run away when off the leash. INTAKE NOTES – DATE OF INTAKE, 10-Apr-2019: Behavior upon intake: Nuka seemed shy at the beginning however he started to wag his tail after giving him some treats. He was licking the counselor's hand and started to jump to her chest. Nuka started to bark when approached to collar him but allowed it after another attempt. He struggled when trying to put the leash on him but allowed it when he was near the door. He allowed to be collared and scanned. Nuka scanned negative for a microchip. BEHAVIOR NOTES: Means of surrender (length of time in previous home): Owner surrender Previously lived with: 2 Adults, 2 Children (6, 7), 1 Dog (Medium, Male) Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing, but barks if approached rapidly Behavior toward children: Relaxed, playful and respectful (w/resident children) Behavior toward dogs: Playful and respectful (w/resident dog) Behavior toward cats: Unknown Resource guarding: Previous owner reported Nuka to exhibit resource guarding behavior over bones. He will growl and escalate to snapping when his bone is approached. No resource guarding reported over his food or toys. Bite history: None reported Housetrained: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Nuka is described as friendly, affectionate, playful and excitable with a very high level of energy. SHELTER ASSESSMENT SUMMARIES: Summary: Leash Walking Strength and pulling: Mild pulling Reactivity to humans: None Reactivity to dogs: None Leash walking comments: Sociability Loose in room (15-20 seconds): Soft and loose body, wagging tail, readily accepts treats with soft mouth, stays near handlers, solicits attention, accepts contact Call over: Approaches slowly, ears back and tail wagging, soft and loose Sociability comments: Handling Soft handling: Soft, tail wagging, sits down, slow head flips, some lip licking, leans into and accepts all contact Exuberant handling: Soft, tail wagging, remains sitting, some lip licking, leans into and accepts all contact, somewhat distracted by outside noise Handling comments: Arousal Jog: Follows handler, soft and loose, tail high and wagging Arousal comments: Knock Knock Comments: Some whining, lip licking and yawned when assistant exits; One low bark with knock; Pulls hard toward door, accepts contact, tail wagging Toy Toy comments: Grips and relinquishes on first pass; Grips and moves away on second pass PLAYGROUP NOTES - DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: According to Nuka's previous owner, He lived with a medium sized male dog. Nuka was very playful and respectful around him. 4/11: When off leash at the Care Center, Nuka is introduced to a novel female dog. He greets the female with a soft body but then becomes sexually motivated. He fixates on her genitals, but is interrupted by handlers and walks away to explore the pens. INTAKE BEHAVIOR - Date of intake: 10-Apr-2019 Summary: Initially timid, some tail wags and accepts treats, licks and jumps up, barks when approached MEDICAL BEHAVIOR - Date of initial: 11-Apr-2019 Summary: Loose and wiggly body, wagging tail, growled, whale eye, barked, muzzled ENERGY LEVEL: Nuka was observed to exhibit a low-medium level of energy during his interactions in the care center. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: Level 3 Behavior Asilomar TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations: No children (under 13) Recommendations comments: No children (under 13): Although Nuka displays social behavior and accepts contact during his interactions, he was reported by his previous owner to display handling sensitivity and fearful behavior with the potential for defensive aggression, which were also observed during the initial interactions in the care center. Nuka was also reported by his previous owner to exhibit resource guarding behavior, which has not been observed in the care center. As a result, it is recommended that Nuka be placed in an adult only home to ensure his success. We advise safe and appropriate management when handling Nuka, as well as utilizing guidance from a qualified, professional trainer/behaviorist. Potential challenges: Resource guarding Handling/touch sensitivity Fearful/potential for defensive aggression Potential challenges comments: Resource guarding: Nuka is reported by his previous owner to exhibit resource guarding behavior over his bones in a home environment. He was observed to escalate to growling and snapping if approached. Please refer to the handout on Resource guarding. Handling/touch sensitivity: Nuka is reported by his previous owner to exhibit handling sensitivity in a home environment. He is reported to growl if carried by strangers or when being bathed. This behavior has been observed when being handled during his medical exam and only escalated to barking. Please refer to the handout on Handling/touch sensitivity. Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Nuka is reported by his previous owner to exhibit fearful behavior with potential for defensive aggression. He is reported to bark if approached too quickly by a stranger. Although he has shown improvement, this behavior has been observed during his initial interactions in the care center. Please refer to the handout on Fearful/potential for defensive aggression. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES 11-Apr-2019 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 years according to o Microchip noted on Intake? positive 985112004625312 History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - came into the room loose, wiggly, wagging tail. Would intermittently growl. Muzzled for exam. Alternates from loose and wagging tail to growling and hard barking with whale eyes. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral lesions noted, limited oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Start trazodone 150mg PO BID for shelter anxiety Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: neutered *** TO FOSTER OR ADOPT *** HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! *PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! ** STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://newhope.shelterbuddy.com/Animal/List Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU *CANNOT* GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Norther VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.

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Being Alone, Beautiful, and Bones: "Go not to the elves for counsel, for they will say both no and yes.'" Kenyatit Id 50152, a 12 Yrs., 46 Lbs. Manhattan ACC *** TO BE KILLED - 12/21/2018 *** “I am an elf and I learned how to comport myself among trolls, hobbits or goblins. I learned that a friend can be lost to greed and avarice. I learned that solving riddles may be as important a survival skill as bowmanship. I know how to talk to a dragon, and that it's best not to.” Beautiful, sweet senior Kenyatta was dumped at the shelter after 12 years of love and loyalty. She was then adopted, and returned only 4 months later because after all she had been through, she didn't want to be alone in her new home. She barked and the landlord complained and said, "out." Now this poor lady is back at the shelter, being her usual, gentle and affectionate self, but wanting desperately to find her forever family. Wont' you help her out? As a Volunteer Writes: “Volunteers write her mash notes on a board that read things like, "So sweet!" "Nice girl!" If Santa is looking for another reindeer, this perfectly behaved girl is ready for the job: She is gorgeous on a leash, knows how to sit, appears house trained, and loves pleasing the person who has asked her to do anything. She's snuggly yet spunky, gentle and affectionate. An ideal family dog, Kenyatta may not be called up by Santa to do the Christmas Eve run this year, but maybe she can join your family for the holidays for the rest of her life? It would be the best gift Kenyatta could have, and certainly yours.” If you can adopt Kenyatta, please MESSAGE our page or email us at MustLoveDogsNYC@gmail.com MY VIDEO: The sweetest little elf <3 https://youtu.be/tz675djNmng KENYATTA, ID# 50152, @ 12 Yrs. Old, 46.6 lbs. Manhattan ACC, Medium Mixed Breed, Tan / White, Unaltered Female Owner Surrender Reason: After Kenyatta lost her original home 4 months ago, her new owner’s landlord complained about her barking (entirely due to separation anxiety) Shelter Assessment Rating: Medical Behavior Rating: 2. Blue OWNER SURRENDER NOTES – BASIC INFORMATION: Kenyatta was brought into our facilities as an owner surrender due to complaints from the landlord about her barking. Kenyatta's most recent owner had had her for four months after being given her by a friend who could no longer keep her. Kenyatta is a white and brown large mixed breed intact female dog. She currently has a mass on her chest, but has reportedly been healthy otherwise. She last saw a vet for a rabies vaccine about 4 months ago. Kenyatta previously lived with 2 adults. Around strangers, Kenyatta is friendly and outgoing. She will play exuberantly with adults. Kenyatta has been around children and is described as being relaxed, respectful, and tolerant. She did not play with children. Kenyatta has been around dogs of all sizes. She reportedly gets along with them, but according to the most recent owner, she will "loom" overtop of them and it makes some other dogs nervous. Kenyatta has not been around cats before. Kenyatta does not have any resource guarding behaviors. Kenyatta has never bitten another animal or person. She is housetrained and has a medium to high energy level. Other Notes: Kenyatta reportedly will bark the entire time when left home alone. She is not bothered by loud storms or fireworks. She is not bothered when pushed or pulled off of furniture and will jump down when told "get down," when held or restrained, when disturbed while sleeping or resting, when her nails are trimmed, or when someone unfamiliar approaches her owner or their family. She is afraid of baths and will run away. Her most recent owner did not brush her. Has this dog ever had any medical issues? Yes Medical Notes: Kenyatta currently has a pendulous mass on her chest. The most recent owner did not seek medical attention for it. For a New Family to Know: Kenyatta is described as being friendly, affectionate, playful, and pushy. When you are home, she likes to follow you around. Her favorite toys are tennis balls. She likes to play fetch. She has been kept indoors only. She slept on her dog bed in the living room. She was fed Nutro brand dry food twice a day. Her favorite treats are bones. She is house-trained and never has accidents. She will use the bathroom on any surface outside. When left home alone, she will bark the entire time she is alone. She has never been left alone in a yard or crate trained. She knows the command sit. She is used to walks on the leash and running in the dog park for exercise. She pulls lightly on the leash and has never been walked without a leash. Kenyatta's favorite thing to do is run outside. Her most recent owner's favorite things about her are how she is very loving and how she likes attention from people. INTAKE NOTES – DATE OF INTAKE, 12/9/2018: Upon intake, Kenyatta allowed all handling. She had a loose, wiggly body and was easy to collar, scan for a microchip, leash, and photograph. She leaned in for pets and would press her body against counselor's legs. SHELTER ASSESSMENT – DATE OF ASSESSMENT, 10-Dec-2018 Look: 1. Dog's eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor's cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog's mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft. Paw squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw. Paw squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw. Flank squeeze 1: Item not conducted Flank squeeze 2: Item not conducted Toy: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away. Summary: Kenyatta approached the assessor with a soft body. She was social during the assessment, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors. PLAYGROUP NOTES – DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: Summary (1): 12/10: When introduced off leash to dogs Kenyatta is tense and avoids. Summary (2): 12/13: Kenyatta is tense and keeps to self. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Kenyatta so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. At the care center, she displays a medium level of activity. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below) Potential challenges: Separation anxiety Potential challenges comments: Separation anxiety: Kenyatta is reported to bark continuously when left home alone, =indicating there is a possibility she may have separation anxiety. We recommend that potential adopters feel comfortable with separation anxiety behaviors and are prepared to manage and positively modify them should they appear in a home environment. She would do best in a home where a person is home for a large part of the day or with a plan so she is not alone for long periods of time. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES DVM Intake Exam. Estimated age: Reported 12 years old - exam is consistent with 7-12 years. Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative. History : Surrendered. Pt has two masses on her chest - one large soft fatty mass which pt has had for 4+ months, and one small scabbed mass which will occasionally burst and bleed. Subjective: Alert, energetic. Observed Behavior - Runs into exam room, skitters around. Initially allows handling and close exam of face, then gets agitated and starts to bark at us, ducks away from handling. Pt was muzzled easily, and this actually calmed her down. Evidence of Cruelty seen – None. Evidence of Trauma seen – None. Objective: BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 5/9, EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Oral Exam: Severe tartar esp on PMs. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic, no coughing or sneezing ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, not distended U/G: Female, mature nipples, no mammary masses or vulvar discharge MSI: Large pendulous mass on ventral chest, along midline - approx 4 cm dia, soft and squishy, cold to the touch, normal overlying skin. Small scabbed mass on left side of cranial chest - approx 1 cm dia, crusty and black. Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, healthy hair coat. CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities. Rectal: Normal externally. Assessment: 1. Pendulous soft mass, 2. Small scabbed mass - concern for cutaneous hemangioma/hemangiosarcoma, 3. Dental disease. Prognosis: Good. Plan: 1. Recommend FNA/excisional bx of both masses, especially small scabbed mass. 2. Recommend dental cleaning and daily tooth brushing. SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age [Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate. * TO FOSTER OR ADOPT * HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! * STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://newhope.shelterbuddy.com/Animal/List Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU CANNOT GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Norther VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.

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Being Alone, Beautiful, and Bones: "Go not to the elves for counsel, for they will say both no and yes.'" Kenyatit Id 50152, a 12 Yrs., 46 Lbs. Manhattan ACC *** TO BE KILLED - 12/22/2018 *** “I am an elf and I learned how to comport myself among trolls, hobbits or goblins. I learned that a friend can be lost to greed and avarice. I learned that solving riddles may be as important a survival skill as bowmanship. I know how to talk to a dragon, and that it's best not to.” Beautiful, sweet senior Kenyatta was dumped at the shelter after 12 years of love and loyalty. She was then adopted, and returned only 4 months later because after all she had been through, she didn't want to be alone in her new home. She barked and the landlord complained and said, "out." Now this poor lady is back at the shelter, being her usual, gentle and affectionate self, but wanting desperately to find her forever family. Wont' you help her out? As a Volunteer Writes: “Volunteers write her mash notes on a board that read things like, "So sweet!" "Nice girl!" If Santa is looking for another reindeer, this perfectly behaved girl is ready for the job: She is gorgeous on a leash, knows how to sit, appears house trained, and loves pleasing the person who has asked her to do anything. She's snuggly yet spunky, gentle and affectionate. An ideal family dog, Kenyatta may not be called up by Santa to do the Christmas Eve run this year, but maybe she can join your family for the holidays for the rest of her life? It would be the best gift Kenyatta could have, and certainly yours.” If you can adopt Kenyatta, please MESSAGE our page or email us at MustLoveDogsNYC@gmail.com MY VIDEO: The sweetest little elf <3 https://youtu.be/tz675djNmng KENYATTA, ID# 50152, @ 12 Yrs. Old, 46.6 lbs. Manhattan ACC, Medium Mixed Breed, Tan / White, Unaltered Female Owner Surrender Reason: After Kenyatta lost her original home 4 months ago, her new owner’s landlord complained about her barking (entirely due to separation anxiety) Shelter Assessment Rating: Medical Behavior Rating: 2. Blue OWNER SURRENDER NOTES – BASIC INFORMATION: Kenyatta was brought into our facilities as an owner surrender due to complaints from the landlord about her barking. Kenyatta's most recent owner had had her for four months after being given her by a friend who could no longer keep her. Kenyatta is a white and brown large mixed breed intact female dog. She currently has a mass on her chest, but has reportedly been healthy otherwise. She last saw a vet for a rabies vaccine about 4 months ago. Kenyatta previously lived with 2 adults. Around strangers, Kenyatta is friendly and outgoing. She will play exuberantly with adults. Kenyatta has been around children and is described as being relaxed, respectful, and tolerant. She did not play with children. Kenyatta has been around dogs of all sizes. She reportedly gets along with them, but according to the most recent owner, she will "loom" overtop of them and it makes some other dogs nervous. Kenyatta has not been around cats before. Kenyatta does not have any resource guarding behaviors. Kenyatta has never bitten another animal or person. She is housetrained and has a medium to high energy level. Other Notes: Kenyatta reportedly will bark the entire time when left home alone. She is not bothered by loud storms or fireworks. She is not bothered when pushed or pulled off of furniture and will jump down when told "get down," when held or restrained, when disturbed while sleeping or resting, when her nails are trimmed, or when someone unfamiliar approaches her owner or their family. She is afraid of baths and will run away. Her most recent owner did not brush her. Has this dog ever had any medical issues? Yes Medical Notes: Kenyatta currently has a pendulous mass on her chest. The most recent owner did not seek medical attention for it. For a New Family to Know: Kenyatta is described as being friendly, affectionate, playful, and pushy. When you are home, she likes to follow you around. Her favorite toys are tennis balls. She likes to play fetch. She has been kept indoors only. She slept on her dog bed in the living room. She was fed Nutro brand dry food twice a day. Her favorite treats are bones. She is house-trained and never has accidents. She will use the bathroom on any surface outside. When left home alone, she will bark the entire time she is alone. She has never been left alone in a yard or crate trained. She knows the command sit. She is used to walks on the leash and running in the dog park for exercise. She pulls lightly on the leash and has never been walked without a leash. Kenyatta's favorite thing to do is run outside. Her most recent owner's favorite things about her are how she is very loving and how she likes attention from people. INTAKE NOTES – DATE OF INTAKE, 12/9/2018: Upon intake, Kenyatta allowed all handling. She had a loose, wiggly body and was easy to collar, scan for a microchip, leash, and photograph. She leaned in for pets and would press her body against counselor's legs. SHELTER ASSESSMENT – DATE OF ASSESSMENT, 10-Dec-2018 Look: 1. Dog's eyes are averted, with tail wagging and ears back. Allows head to be held loosely in Assessor's cupped hands. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, eyes are averted, and tail is in neutral position with a relaxed body posture. Dog's mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft. Paw squeeze 1: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw. Paw squeeze 2: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw. Flank squeeze 1: Item not conducted Flank squeeze 2: Item not conducted Toy: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away. Summary: Kenyatta approached the assessor with a soft body. She was social during the assessment, allowed all handling, and displayed no concerning behaviors. PLAYGROUP NOTES – DOG TO DOG SUMMARIES: Summary (1): 12/10: When introduced off leash to dogs Kenyatta is tense and avoids. Summary (2): 12/13: Kenyatta is tense and keeps to self. ENERGY LEVEL: We have no history on Kenyatta so we cannot be certain of her behavior in a home environment. At the care center, she displays a medium level of activity. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below) Potential challenges: Separation anxiety Potential challenges comments: Separation anxiety: Kenyatta is reported to bark continuously when left home alone, =indicating there is a possibility she may have separation anxiety. We recommend that potential adopters feel comfortable with separation anxiety behaviors and are prepared to manage and positively modify them should they appear in a home environment. She would do best in a home where a person is home for a large part of the day or with a plan so she is not alone for long periods of time. MEDICAL EXAM NOTES DVM Intake Exam. Estimated age: Reported 12 years old - exam is consistent with 7-12 years. Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative. History : Surrendered. Pt has two masses on her chest - one large soft fatty mass which pt has had for 4+ months, and one small scabbed mass which will occasionally burst and bleed. Subjective: Alert, energetic. Observed Behavior - Runs into exam room, skitters around. Initially allows handling and close exam of face, then gets agitated and starts to bark at us, ducks away from handling. Pt was muzzled easily, and this actually calmed her down. Evidence of Cruelty seen – None. Evidence of Trauma seen – None. Objective: BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 5/9, EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Oral Exam: Severe tartar esp on PMs. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic, no coughing or sneezing ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, not distended U/G: Female, mature nipples, no mammary masses or vulvar discharge MSI: Large pendulous mass on ventral chest, along midline - approx 4 cm dia, soft and squishy, cold to the touch, normal overlying skin. Small scabbed mass on left side of cranial chest - approx 1 cm dia, crusty and black. Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, healthy hair coat. CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities. Rectal: Normal externally. Assessment: 1. Pendulous soft mass, 2. Small scabbed mass - concern for cutaneous hemangioma/hemangiosarcoma, 3. Dental disease. Prognosis: Good. Plan: 1. Recommend FNA/excisional bx of both masses, especially small scabbed mass. 2. Recommend dental cleaning and daily tooth brushing. SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age [Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate. * TO FOSTER OR ADOPT * HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! * STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://newhope.shelterbuddy.com/Animal/List Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! 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Being Alone, Apparently, and Beautiful: STUNNINGLY HANDSOME 2 grs ol706i Waiting on Love o BROOKLYN ACC Coffee Brown ID# 43065 TO BE KILLED 10/8/18 Coffee Brown is one beautiful boy! HUBBA HUBBA! So outgoing with strangers he jumps up to give them kisses! He hasspent time with small dogs on walks. they growled barked lunge at him and he sat wagging his tail and watching them! This boy is certainly SPECIAL! On in take he saw a large dog and whined, turned in circles, with his tail wagging the whole time with some playbows. Coffee Brown is ready to be friends with other dogs! Plus, Coffee Brown sits so nicely for his pictures, dressed up with a little halloween bow and tilting his head sweetly, he gives his paw and likes to be petted. Handsome Coffee Brown would love to find a family to be a cherished part of! Please share! Coffee Brown ID# 43065 Brooklyn Animal Care Center 2 yrs old, 70.6 lbs Gray / White Male Large Mixed Breed Cross Intake Date: 10-01-2018 I came into the shelter as a stray on 01-Oct-2018. Behavior History Coffee Brown approached me with a wagging tail and wiggly body. He allowed me to pet him and jumped up. He backed away when I attempted to place him in his kennel and shook his head and body. I tried again and he sat and then walked away. He allowed me to pick him up to place him inside. When he saw another large dog he whimpered, turned in circles had a wagging tail, play bowed and jumped up. Basic Information:: Coffee Brown is estimated to be 1 year old. He was found as a stray 3 days ago. He was surrendered because his finder was unable to keep him in his apartment due to space. Previously lived with:: 2 adults How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers Coffee is said to be friendly and outgoing. He goes up to people and will jump up and give kisses. How is this dog around children?: Coffee Brown did not interact with children while with his finder. How is this dog around other dogs?: Coffee Brown spent time with small dogs while outside on walks. The small dogs barked, growled and lunged at him when he approached. He sat with a wagging tail and watched them. How is this dog around cats?: Coffee Brown has not interact with cats while with his finder. Resource guarding:: Coffee Brown keeps eating with a relaxed body if his food bowl is touched. He becomes playful if a toy is taken away from him. Bite history:: Coffee Brown has not attempted to bite a person or animal while with his finder. Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: High Other Notes:: Coffee Brown isn't afraid of loud noises. He is friendly if pushed off furniture, held or if an unfamiliar person approached his finder. He isn't bothered if disturbed while sleeping. He barked if someone rang the bell or knocked on the door. Medical Notes: Coffee Brown is missing a nail in his back right paw. He bites at it. He has not been to a vet. For a New Family to Know: Coffee Brown is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, confident, and excitable. His finder liked that he was well behaved, happy and energetic. When his finder was home he followed him around. He likes to play with balls and his favorite game is fetch. He slept in his finders bed. He was kept indoors. He ate dry Pedigree. He is house trained but did have an accident once while with his finder. He is well-behaved when left alone indoors. He knows knows the cues, paw, outside and inside. He was walked once a day for 2 hours. He pulls very hard on leash. Behavior Assessment Date of intake:: 10/1/2018 Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Stray, info from finder Previously lived with:: 2 adults Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly, and outgoing Behavior toward children:: Behavior unknown Behavior toward dogs:: Relaxed Behavior toward cats:: Behavior unknown Resource guarding:: None reported Bite history:: None reported Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: Coffee Brown is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, confident, and excitable. Date of assessment:: 10/3/2018 Look:: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor's hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity:: 1. Dog leans into the Assessor, eyes soft or squinty, soft and loose body, open mouth. Tag:: 1. Dog follows at the end of the leash, body soft. Paw squeeze 1:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw. Paw squeeze 2:: 1. Dog gently pulls back his/her paw. Toy:: 1. Minimal interest in toy, dog may smell or lick, then turns away. Summary:: During the handling assessment Coffee Brown displayed a high energy though he allowed all handling. Coffee Brown showed minimal interest in the toy item(licking, pawing at the toy. Summary (1):: Coffee Brown was surrender as a stray so his past behavior with other dogs is unknown. 10/2: When off leash at the Care Centers, Coffee Brown displays sexually motivated behaviors; tip toeing and chattering but does not mount. He presents himself several times before anxiously whining and pacing the yard. 10/4: Coffee Brown greets the helper dog on his tip toes while whining. He chases the greeter a bit but does not fully engage in play. For the remainder of the session, Coffee Brown anxiously paces and pants while exploring the yard. Date of intake:: 10/1/2018 Summary:: Friendly allowed all handling. ENERGY LEVEL:: In the finders home Coffee Brown is describes as an energetic,playful,and friendly. Coffee Brown displayed high energy and movement throughout assessment, and is know to pull strongly on the leash. We recommend only force-free, reward-based training techniques for Coffee Brown. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below) Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations:: No young children (under 5) Recommendations comments:: No young children: Coffee Brown displays a high energy and exuberant play. We recommend no young children as they may be intimidated by Coffee Brown's energy, and strength. Older, dog savvy children can be considered pending interaction. Potential challenges: : Basic manners/poor impulse control,Strength/leash pulling Potential challenges comments:: Basic Manners: It is recommended that default behaviors such as "Leave it", "Sit/Stay", "Down" are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach Coffee Brown to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. Strength Pulling: Coffee Brown is a very large, strong dog with the capability to pull over an average adopter. His adopter must be prepared and able to handle a dog of this size and strength. It is recommended that he be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which help diminish his strength through leverage, and that he be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash. My medical notes are... Weight: 70.6 lbs L V T Notes Vet Notes 6/10/2018 [LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allowed handling, no growling,no aggression noted at exam and vaccination Sex:male intact Estimated Age: ~2 years Subjective: describe how he animal is presenting and any known history Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: teeth-mild stained noted, nose- clear, no ulcer noted Heart: wnl Lungs: no abnormal sound auscultated, wnl Abdomen: wnl, no palpable mass noted Musculoskeletal: BCS- 5/9, no fleas seen, ambx4 Mentation: BARH, no abnormal neuro sign noted Preliminary Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: needs DVM exam * TO FOSTER OR ADOPT * HOW TO RESERVE A “TO BE KILLED” DOG ONLINE (only for those who can get to the shelter IN PERSON to complete the adoption process, and only for the dogs on the list NOT marked New Hope Rescue Only). Follow our Step by Step directions below! PLEASE NOTE – YOU MUST USE A PC OR TABLET – PHONE RESERVES WILL NOT WORK! * STEP 1: CLICK ON THIS RESERVE LINK: https://ift.tt/2ynocEZ Step 2: Go to the red menu button on the top right corner, click register and fill in your info. Step 3: Go to your email and verify account \ Step 4: Go back to the website, click the menu button and view available dogs Step 5: Scroll to the animal you are interested and click reserve STEP 6 ( MOST IMPORTANT STEP ): GO TO THE MENU AGAIN AND VIEW YOUR CART. THE ANIMAL SHOULD NOW BE IN YOUR CART! Step 7: Fill in your credit card info and complete transaction HOW TO FOSTER OR ADOPT IF YOU CANNOT GET TO THE SHELTER IN PERSON, OR IF THE DOG IS NEW HOPE RESCUE ONLY! You must live within 3 – 4 hours of NY, NJ, PA, CT, RI, DE, MD, MA, NH, VT, ME or Norther VA. Please PM our page for assistance. You will need to fill out applications with a New Hope Rescue Partner to foster or adopt a dog on the To Be Killed list, including those labelled Rescue Only. Hurry please, time is short, and the Rescues need time to process the applications.