About ONYX

TO BE KILLED 04/20/2021 6 Year Old ONYX Is Working on Growing His Confidence (3 A volunteer writes: Onyx is happy to join us on a walk on this blistery day. This shy guy was surrendered to the shelter due to housing issues. We let him walk a bit more than the rest of the dogs because he seems to relish being outside, and we are happy to give him special attention. He has a handsome face with his mushy gray snoot. His white chest looks so dapper against the bowtie he lets us put on. Onyx entertains us with his careful sit and delicate paw giving (he knows how to give both paws!) We cheer on his graceful tricks and praise him with our last bit of chicken we have left. His owner reported he likes to play with all kinds of toys, but his favorite are balls. He enjoys fetch, chase and tug in his yard. We hope to see his playful side next week! Onyx seems like a brave boy and we hope to see his confidence grow in the coming days. ONYX@BROOKLYN ACC Onyx ID#113154, 6 years old, 80 lbs Large Mixed Breed, BLACK/WHITE unaltered male Came into shelter as a Owner Surrender Zip Code: BROOKLYN NY 11208 Medical Behavior: 3. Yellow Behavior Assessment Rating: New Hope only INTAKE DATE: 3/13/2021 PET PROFILE: My health has been checked. My vaccinations are up to date. My worming is up to date. I have been microchipped. Onyx will require an experienced foster or adopter that can provide a quiet, home environment for him. Onyx has a reported history of barking and lunging at new people in his previous home, at the care center he has remained wary but tolerates minimal handling. Onyx prefers a hands off, slow approach and should not be forced into interactions he is not comfortable with. Onyx has a history of resource guarding, and one bite that did not break skin to a family member. He has some handling sensitivity and will need management for grooming and medical needs moving forward. DVM Intake Exam History : Owner surrender Estimated age: Approx 5-7 years Microchip noted on Intake? Negative Subjective: BARH, tense, darting eyes, furrowed brow, pulls away quickly when attempting oral exam, soft muzzle placed as precaution Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - none Objective: P = wnl R = wnl BCS = 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular discharge, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Limited - clean adult incisors PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NMA, SSP; Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male, two scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, healthy hair coat, 1cm irregularly shaped hairless dermal mass at right ventral abdomen CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Externally normal Assessment: Dermal mass - ro abnormal nipple vs mass Prognosis: Good Plan: Start trazodone 5 mg/kg PO BID indefinitely in shelter for FAS Recommend monitor mass vs FNA with placement CTM while at BACC SURGERY: Okay for surgery This information is supplied as a guide only based on the history supplied to us and on our observations of the animal in the shelter. Animal Care Centers of NYC, its employees and agents accept no responsibility in the event that the animal behaved differently from its description above nor are any guarantees made in respect of its future behavior. Animal Behavior Saved At: 15-Mar-2021 11:26:51.000 Animal ID: 113154 Animal Name: Onyx Age: 6 Years Tag Number: Breed: Large Mixed Breed Gender: Male Spayed / Neutered: No Handler: Observer: Behavior Assessment Date: 3/15/2021 Retest Date: Retest Reason: Next Test Date: Date of intake: 13-Mar-2021 Spay/Neuter status: No Means of surrender (length of time in previous home): Owner Surrender (5 years) Previously lived with: 2 adults Behavior toward strangers: Will bark and lunge at strangers, plays rough with adults Behavior toward children: Has not been around children Behavior toward dogs: Can play rough with other dogs Behavior toward cats: Has not been around cats Resource guarding: Onyx will growl when his food bowl, treats or toys are touched. Bite history: Onyx bit a relative 2 weeks ago on the ankle, the bite did not break skin or leave any mark. He let go and did not attempt to bite again. Housetrained: Partially Energy level/descriptors: Medium Other Notes: He will bark when someone unfamiliar approaches his home or owner. Onyx will growl if he is woken up from his sleep or if he is taken off the furniture. Onyx is fearful of being groomed (brushed, bathed, and nail trim). SAFER ASSESSMENT: BEHAVIOR: DOG-DOG: Summary: According to Onyx's previous owner he can play rough with other dogs. 3/15: Onyx is introduced to a novel female dog, he approaches the gate with a neutral posture and sniffs the female before walking away. Her high energy makes him uncomfortable and he needs coaxing to approach again before walking away as she begins to vocalize at the gate. He does not escalate. FUN FACTS: INTAKE BEHAVIOR: Date of intake: 13-Mar-2021 Summ

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