charlie

CHARLIE A1072783

***RETURNED 08/14/16***OWNER ISSUES

A volunteer writes: This oh so handsome big boy has been with us before and I?m sad to see him back. Surrendered again by his owner as it seems that Charlie and the other resident dogs squabble over toys and food, Charlie is a big affable guy who although friendly is distracted as of this writing. Thrilled to be out for a walk to go potty ( he?s house trained as advised by his former owner) he pulled hard on the leash but we?re told he only does that when excited, so his new person will need to decide whether a harness and/or some leash training is needed. Charlie has lived with kids and other dogs, and while he doesn?t mind when people touch his things, he prefers to keep them safe from other animals. Charlie enjoys baths and being brushed, is friendly with strangers, and loves playing fetch with his person. Charlie is looking for a home where he will be loved for the great dog he is. At intake, he play bowed to staff showing everyone what a fun and fabulous dog he is. Charlie will need some time to decompress in his new home but he?s a proven people dog who just need the right people to love and cherish him. Are you going to be the lucky person to make him a part of your family?

NEUTERED MALE, GRAY / WHITE, AM PIT BULL TER MIX, 2 yrs, 1 mo
OWNER SURRENDER ON HOLD HERE, HOLD FOR ID Reason PETS CONFL
Intake condition UNSPECIFIED Intake Date 08/14/2016, From NY 10468, Due Out Date 08/21/2016.

05/10/2016 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Charlie has lived with a 6 year old, and while he loves to play, may not always realize how big he is! He?s very housetrained, described as friendly, affectionate and playful, and fetch is his favorite game. I found out that his guilty pleasure is a good old fashioned butt scratch, and you have to laugh at this big bruiser of a boy who turns to putty with a good rub! Charlie indeed showed off his housetraining skills the moment we were out the door, and we?re told only pulls on the leash when he?s excited. Charlie has been gorgeously taken care of, his weight perfect for his size, his coat lush and clean, and he?s friendly and social. We?re also told that he doesn?t mind when people touch his toys or food, but will snap at other animals who do. He loves baths and being brushed. A friendly boy with lively energy, Charlie is looking for a home in which he can be king of his castle. With his fun, friendly and living large personality his motto is be all you can be. You?ll enjoy time with Charlie ? come meet him and you?ll see.

Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary Microchip: Positive # 981020017339326 Sex: Neutered male Age Approx 2 yrs Bruises or scar like under the neck BARH AMBX4 Eyes: Clear / wnl Ears: Clean/ wnl Nose: Clear / wnl Teeth: Very Slight dental tartar BCS: 3 Skin: APH / WNL Hair Coat: WNL Any injuries: None seen Behavior: Tense and nervous during exam Medication: None NOSF
Weight 85.5

05/07/2016 PET PROFILE MEMO
5/7/16 16:54 Basic information: Charlie is a roughly 1 yr. old Am Pit Bull mix. The Owner got her from a friend as a gift; he has owned Charlie for over 4 months. The owner surrendered Charlie because Charlie is not getting along with his other dog. Charlie was taken to a vet on 1/26/16. Socialization: Around strangers Charlie is friendly playful. Charlie Has lived with 2 children ages 6 and 20 years old, he is very playful around children and adults he does not know however he can play rough at times. Charlie has lived with other large Husky Rottweiler mix but they would often fight with each other over food and toys. Charlie does not like other dogs and if he sees one he will bark and lung at the dog. Charlie has never bitten anyone but has attempted to bite other dogs.
Behavior: The owner states that Charlie is not bothered when some moves his food or treats while he is eating (but will lung and snap at dogs or other animals that touch his belongings), when someone takes his toys away or when someone disturbs him while sleeping. Charlie likes to be brushed and given bathes but has never had his nails trimmed. When an unfamiliar person or animal approaches a family member or his home he approaches them in a friendly manor. The owner does not know how Charlie is around loud noises such as storms or fireworks.
For a new family to know: The owner describes Charlie as friendly, affectionate and playful with a very high activity level. His favorite activity is to play fetch with his owner. In the home Charlie tends to follow the owner around the house and is kept mainly indoors during the day and in a yard at night. Charlie sleeps on the covered porch in the yard. Charlie was fed name brand wet dog food once a day. He is house trained and has never had an accident in the home, when outside he goes to the bathroom on or around trees and grass. Charlie knows the commands sit and stay. For exercise Charlie is used to brisk walks on the leash and three times a day and does not pull on the leash unless excited. He is allowed to play and use the bathroom in the yard. Behavior during intake: Charlie was relaxed with lose body. Charlie allowed us to scan, collar pictured and placed in a dog kennel.

05/10/2016 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION EXPERIENCE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Charlie did not show any concern during the behavior assessment but because his owner surrender profile the behavior department feels that Charlie will do better with an experienced adopter who can follow up on this behavior in a more stable environment and can provide any necessary behavior modification. Look: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor?s hands each time without settling during three repetitions. Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, his eyes are averted, and his tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog?s mouth is likely closed for at least a portion of the assessment item. Tag: 2. Dog is not fearful, but is unresponsive to the Assessor, and approaches the Assessor at the end of the game (may need coaxing to approach.) He is focused on stimuli other than the Assessor. Squeeze 1: 1,2. Dog gently pulls back his paw. Toy: 1. No interest. When off leash with other dogs, Charlie avoids greeting. He becomes slightly tense when approached and walks away.

05/08/2016 GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
Exam Type GROUP BEHAVIOR
When off leash with other dogs, Charlie avoids greeting. He becomes slightly tense when approached and walks away. 5/10 update: Charlie displays sexually motivated behavior. When corrected by the helper dog, be becomes more tense and continues to follow behind her. 5/11 update: Charlie greets and briefly runs along with other playful (female) dogs. 5/12 update: Charlie engages briefly in soft play with playful female dogs. He becomes barrier reactive when another male dog passes by the play area. When a dog in the group becomes anxious and begins to run throughout the pen, he becomes highly aroused and begins to chase after her, tense and hackles raised. 5/13 update: Charlie greets and sniffs politely, jogging side by side with female dogs who are engaging in play. 5/14 update: Charlie attempts to solicit play but is unsure, often running alongside the other dogs and muzzle punching/mouthing at them.

05/16/2016 CAGE EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPERIENCE
On rounds, lethargic and showing CIRDC signs. Move to iso, start doxy 350 mg PO SID x10 days. 1088