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luther
Was Killed on Jul 29, 2026
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luther
Breed:Pit Bull Terrier
Profile:Large size young adult male
Additional info:
Altered
***DEADLINE. MUST EXIT SHELTER BY TUESDAY 07/28 5PM*** Luther is declining in the shelter environment. Can you help Luther??? transferdas@rivco.org

A1905440

Description: I am a neutered male, 78.60 lbs, black brindle Pit Bull Terrier.
Age: The shelter staff think I am about 3 years old.
More Info: I have been at the shelter since Mar 19, 2026.
I am an at risk animal. Please contact the shelter for more information.

STAFF OBSERVATIONS
03/24/26 Easy to leash. Walked well on leash to play-yard. When in play-yard, dog accepted affection from handler. Food motivated. Re-kenneled with no issues.
04/03/26 Dog went to playgroup today. Dog presented tolerant in yard and kept to self most of the playgroup time.
04/13/26 Dog participated in individual enrichment today with kennel mate.
04/17/26 Dog participated in playgroup today.
04/28/26 Dog participated in playgroup style today.
05/06/26 Dog participated in playgroup style today.
05/19/26 Dog participated in playgroup.
06/03/26 Dog participated in playgroup today.
06/12/26 Dog participated in playgroup style today.
06/24/26 Dog participated in playgroup style today.
07/08/26 Dog participated in playgroup style today.
07/22/26 Dog appears to be declining in shelter environment. Dog alarm barks at handler throughout observation. \"NOD\" written on kennel card with no additional information.
07/23/26 Dog participated in playgroup style today.
MEDICAL NOTES
03/20/26 INTAKE:
General Attitude: BAR
Eyes: Normal
Ears: Normal
Nose: Normal
Throat: Normal
Mouth/Teeth: Normal
Skin: Normal
External Parasites: None seen
Haircoat: Normal
Nails: Normal
Legs: Normal
Gait: Normal
Tail: Normal
Body: Normal
Body Condition (1to 9): 6/9
Altered: Intact
Breathing: Normal
Coughing/Sneezing/Nasal discharge: None
Vomiting/Diarrhea: None
Pain score(CSU pain scale): 0/4
Weight: Done- 78.6
Photo: Taken
Scanned for Microchip: None found
Intake vaccines: Done- DA2PPl+4, bord
Flea control/tick: Done- Vectra
03/24/26 10:20 P was broght back Due to Left paw swollen reported by ACT. Small Puncture + Clip and Clean Per Protocol RVT + Rimadyle 100mg: 1.5 tab PO SID x 7 days +Keflex 750mg :-500mg : 1 tab PO BID x 7 days - 250 mg : 1 tab PO BID x 7 days Monitor if no improvement Bring back
04/04/26 14:08 patient appears healthy, act were concerned with URI. at visual exam, patient showed no signs of uri, no coughing, sneezing or nasal discharge seen at this time
04/15/26 15:21- having loose stool in kennel, Giardia negative, possible stress colitis, monitor symptoms to see if it persists
04/26/26 15:26 ACT reports patient has pressure sore on both elbows. appears to have mild pus discharge coming out. was on rx: keflex. placing on dr. review. recommend ACT to place thick blanket in kennel to help relieve pressure. will continue to monitor.
04/29/26 13:56 P BAR, barks when approaching the kennel. Alopecic erythematous pressure sores over the (bilateral) cubital areas Recommend Plush, well-padded bedding to reduce/minimize pressure injury Vetricyn spray BID x7days- OK to switch to oral antimicrobials if spray is not tolerated well or if wounds worsen
05/14/26 10:15 Per ACT written on board, broken LF nail. Appears resolved no bleeding etc at this time. P does have two small possible sores on L side lower lip. Per Dr. gave convenia 3.4mL SQ and foll up in 5 days.
05/18/26 15:28 the sore on the left lower lip is still present P tends to rub it on the glass door when I checked P cage side. Rx) rimadyl 75mg : 1 tab PO BID for 7 days gabapentin 300mg : 1 cap PO BID for 7 days recheck in 5 days
05/26/26 13:01 Persistent lip wound present- not actively bleeding or swollen at this time. Focal area of superficial pink ulceration noted. Convenia given 5/14 Recommend topical wound care with vetericyn IF well tolerated Continue to monitor if wound opens up or begins bleeding again Review 06/01 to reassess for improvement
06/04/26 17:00 persistent ulcerated spot on the left upper lip Mr/o tumor, immune mediated condition+infection, self-mutilating spot(rubbing, scratching) etc Rx) trial before considering sx tx.
clavamox 375mg : 1.5 tab PO BID for 10 days prednisone 20mg : 1 tab PO BID for 7 days - dose to be adjusted after recheck recheck in 7 days
06/12/26 09:27 the lesion on lip are resolved at this point with a little bit of scars. tapering prednisone 20mg : 1 tab PO SID for 7 days - dose to be adjusted after recheck recheck and pred dose adjustment in 7 days
06/13/26 NEUTERED
06/19/26 09:16 entire mouth seems wet - probably P drank water not too long ago the lesion on the left upper lip seems about the same Rx) continuing prednisone 20mg : 1 tab PO SID for 7 days - dose to be adjusted after recheck
06/26/26 10:24 persistent ulceration/inflammation on the left upper lip P's right elbow is swollen and seeping out purulent discharge Dx) impression cytology (left upper lip): TNTC neutrophils, cocci, 0-1 yeast like capsule? OIF Rx) clavamox 375mg : 1.5 tab PO BID for 14 days enrofloxacin 136mg : 2 tabs PO SID for 14 days recheck in 7 days Aerobic culture would be ideal but postponed for now due to fund situation consider contacting rescue if no improvement with aggressive abx tx (clava & enro)
07/06/26 09:39 lip ulcers are still visible but no discharge /swelling Rx)(these meds were supposed to start 6.26. but not Rx'd by mistake) clavamox 375mg : 1.5 tab PO BID for 14 days enrofloxacin 136mg : 2 tabs PO SID for 14 days recheck in 7 days
07/13/26 10:50 the lip lesions seems healed well monitor for recurrence
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