Being Alone, Andrew Bogut, and Animals: Brownie Pie 25472 Iyears 6 months, 55 lbs riend At Manhattan ACC waiting for love Young & Handsome Friendly affectionate, playful, will need basic training, micro- chipped, up to date on vaccines NEUTERED & Ready To Go Home Today! **** TO BE KILLED - 4/25/2018 **** YOUNG, HANDSOME, NEUTERED & READY TO GO HOME <3 A volunteer writes: Eager to get out and show the world just what it's been missing, Brownie Pie is a bright-eyed young cutie with all the energy and chutzpah you'd expect to be hiding behind that mischievous smile and he's looking for a sidekick who can keep up the pace! His previous family didn't have the time to give him the attention he craves but he enjoyed 3 walks a day and I had to laugh when reading the comment that he pulls lightly on leash but off leash he's 'hard to catch'. Sure sounds like the Brownie Pie I know! We're told Brownie liked to follow his people around and play fetch with balls or squeaky toys and that he already knows commands for come, sit, down, stay, paw and even 'go to bed.' Playgroup is a bit intimidating at first but once he's spent a few minutes with new doggie friends Brownie loosens up and joins in the fun and we're told he's even cool with cats, meeting them with tolerance and respect. Around two-legged company he's all about the zoomies, running the yard from end to end and jumping up to shove my side after he's done so a home with no small kids would definitely be the best fit for this baby kangaroo. Friendly, affectionate, playful and pushy, Brownie Pie is ready to roll right out the door and into your arms, ask to meet him today! BROWNIE PIE@MANHATTAN ACC Hello, my name is Brownie Pie My animal id is #25472 I am a desexed male brown dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 6 months, 55 lbs Came into shelter as owner surrender Apr. 17, 2018 Reason Stated: NO TIME Brownie Pie is at risk for behavior reasons. Brownie Pie is fearful, and coupled with a high level of nervous energy, this risks translating into fear aggression, and we have seen his in-kennel behavior deteriorating recently. We recommend that Brownie Pie would be best suited to an adult only home. Medically, we have no concerns for Brownie Pie, who presents as a healthy dog. My medical notes are... Weight: 55.2 lbs Vet Notes Post Surgery Note 17/4/2018 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1.5 years Microchip noted on Intake? POS Microchip Number (If Applicable):911002001478905 History: owner surrender Subjective:BAR Observed Behavior -friendly and energetic initially but tensed with more restraint and then started growling during tech check Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:muzzled for exam as precaution; mm appear pk/moist, adult dentitia with no significant tartar/staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:grossly normal Assessment 1. Healthy young adult Prognosis:good Plan: -no further treatment SURGERY: Okay for surgery 21/04/2018 S:O - incision site looks healthy. No signs of inflammation or discharge A- healing appropriately P - benign neglect Details on my behavior are... Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow Behavior History Behavior Assessment Upon intake Brownie Pie allowed all handling. He had a very loose body and wagging tail. He had a healthy appetite for office treats, allowed being collared and allowed being placed inside of a kennel. Date of Intake: 4/17/2018 Spay/Neuter Status: Unknown Basic Information:: Bronie Pie is a roughly 1 year old dog whom was gotten from a friend and kept in the same home for about a year. Unfortunately due to no time he was unable to be kept. Previously lived with:: 2 adults How is this dog around strangers?: Around strangers he is described as friendly and plays exuberantly How is this dog around children?: Around children he is described as playful and plays somewhat rough. How is this dog around other dogs?: Around other dogs he is described as playful and plays somewhat rough How is this dog around cats?: Around cats he is described as tolerant Resource guarding:: He has no known resource guarding issues. Bite history:: He has no known bite histories Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: High energy level Other Notes:: Brownie is described as hard to control, barks a lot and is afraid of being restrained and being given a bath. He isn't bothered with having his food or toys touched, being disturbed while asleep, being brushed or having his nails trimmed. He will bark when unfamiliar people approach his home or owner but quickly becomes relaxed and enjoys their company. Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No For a New Family to Know: Brownie is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, pushy and excitable. He will follow you around, enjoys playing fetch with balls or squeak toys and was being fed Costco Brand dry dog food 2-3 times a day. He is well behaved when he is left alone, does well inside of a crate, knows the commands sit, come, down, stay, paw and go to bed. He was being walked 3 times a day, pulls lightly on leash and off leash he is hard to catch. Date of intake:: 4/17/2018 Spay/Neuter status:: No Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner Surrender (In home for 1 year) Previously lived with:: Adults Behavior toward strangers:: Friendly and exuberantly playful Behavior toward children:: Playful, somewhat rough at play Behavior toward dogs:: Playful, somewhat rough at play Behavior toward cats:: Tolerant Resource guarding:: None reported Bite history:: None reported Housetrained:: Yes Energy level/descriptors:: Brownie Pie is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, pushy, and excitable a high level of activity. Date of assessment:: 4/19/2018 Look:: 2. Dog's eyes are averted, body posture is stiff and fearful, tail is low and not moving. Dog allows head to be held loosely in Assessor's cupped hands. Sensitivity:: 3. Dog stands tall and square, tail perpendicular to spine, mouth closed for the majority of the assessment item. Tag:: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive when touched. Approaches the Assessor when the game ends (may need coaxing to approach). Dog is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. 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:: Brownie Pie appeared very alert in the assessment room, having a tense body and focusing on the exit and sounds he heard outside the room. He approached the assessor and remained tense, with his tail up and hackles raised. He allowed all handling. Summary:: Based on observation made by the previous owner and while in our care, Brownie Pie may benefit from slow introductions to respectful dogs. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Brownie Pie time to acclimate into a new environment. Summary (1):: 4/18: When introduced off leash to the female greeter dog, Brownie Pie appears fearful. He stiffens when solicited with play. Summary (2):: 4/19: Brownie Pie begins to open up and engage in play. He initially appears a bit tense, opens up more once comfortable. Date of intake:: 4/17/2018 Summary:: Brownie Pie had a loose body and allowed handling. Date of initial:: 4/17/2018 Summary:: Brownie Pie was social and active but tensed with restraint and growled. ENERGY LEVEL:: Brownie Pie's previous owner described him as having a high level or activity. He is a young, enthusiastic 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. IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: 4/24 Update Brownie Pie remains aloof in the care center during interactions with his behavior appearing to deteriorate in kennel (hard barking at times upon approach, lunging/barking when dogs pass by). We cannot be certain if any other behavior is suppressed due to the stress of the shelter environment though recommend exercising appropriate management to best set Brownie Pie up for success. A period of decompression in highly advised before introduction to new and unfamiliar situations. BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: ADULT ONLY HOME Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable Recommendations:: No children (under 13) Recommendations comments:: No children (under 13): Due to the tense body language during SAFER and aloof behavior Brownie Pie has displayed in the care center, we are recommending an adult only home to allow for a period of decompression before exposure to new and unfamiliar situations. Force-free, reward based training only is advised. Potential challenges: : Fearful/potential for defensive aggression,Kennel presence Potential challenges comments:: Fearful/potential for defensive aggression: Brownie Pie appeared on high alert during his assessment, having a high tail and raised hackles. During his medical work up, he growled. Due to these behaviors combined with the aloof behavior he displays during one-one interactions, we recommend going slow with Brownie Pie to assess that he is comfortable with all social interactions. He should always be given the opportunity to walk away from interactions if he chooses to. Kennel Presence: While we cannot be certain if this behavior will appear in any other contexts, in highly emotionally charged or stressful environments Brownie Pie may show behavior similar to what he is currently demonstrating in his kennel. We recommend potential adopters be comfortable managing this behavior and keeping themselves safe in any similar future situations. * 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. 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