04/17/2015
MAXINE (BROOKLYN): We posted Maxine last night, but found this comment by Volunteer Michael -- and the behavior evaluation that follows -- especially touching. If you have a moment to read, to share or comment, please do! It will help spread the word about this sad little senior, and your like or comment just may save her life. (Remember, Maxine is polite and tolerant of other dogs, but a bit nervous and not really into playing. So you wouldn't have to worry about her getting into a beef with another dog you might come across while hiking off-leash for example, but you also don't have to feel bad if you can't get her to the dog park.)
"Volunteer Michael J Hans writes: I had her out in the run earlier..What a beautiful sweet girl that's totally lost and confused. As soon as I sat down on the bench she jumped up and sat next to me and pressed herself up against me and just wanted to be petted and held...After awhile she started to open up and relax with me, and then that special moment came-I got my first kiss..She is very sad and confused and returning her to her kennel was heart wrenching.."
Behavior Test:
Look: 2. Dog’s eyes are averted. Her body posture is a bit stiff; her tail is low and not moving. She allows head to be held loosely in Assessor’s cupped hands.
Sensitivity: 1. Dog stands still and accepts the touch, her eyes are averted, and her tail is in neutral position with relaxed body posture. Dog’s mouth is open for at least a portion of the assessment item.
Tag: 1. Follows at end of leash, body soft.
Squeeze 1 & 2: 1. Dog does not respond at all for three seconds. Her eyes are averted and her ears are back.
Food: Inconclusive, dog is not eating.
Toy: 2. Dog takes toy away, keeps a firm hold. Her body is between you and the toy, and she is loose and wiggly. No growling or stiffness.
Rawhide: 1. No interest.
Dog-dog: When off leash with other dogs, Maxine is very nervous. She is tolerant when greeted but not interested in interaction beyond initial meeting.
PLAYGROUP:
When off leash with other dogs, Maxine is very nervous. She is tolerant when greeted but not interested in interaction beyond initial meeting.
3/28, 3/29 Update
Maxine continues to be tolerant, respectful and friendly with a wagging tail when greeting other dogs but is not interested in interacting after the first meeting.
3/31,4/1 Update
Maxine continues to not be interested in interacting with other dogs but is tolerant and respectful around them.
4/5 Update
She continues to be tolerant around other dogs but is not interested in engaging with them.
A staff member wrote, "Maxine is a shy older lady who was adopted from AC&C eight years ago, but was brought back last week due to landlord issues. I was smitten the first time I saw her! Maxine is short, a bit chubby, and sweetly approached me with a low wag when I called her over. Maxine takes a few minutes to warm up to new people, and will likely do best in a home where her family will give her the time she needs to become comfortable in her new environment.
Please consider Maxine as your next pet, she is longing for the position again to love you until the end!
To adopt Maxine, please contact the Brooklyn AC&C by emailing [email protected] with animal ID # A0723858.
Or, keep an eye on her main thread, here:
https://www.facebook.com/Urgentdeathrowdogs/photos/a.617942388218644.1073741870.152876678058553/977763332236546/?type=1
