Cora

Diagnosis: Periodontal Disease, 2/4

This pet has been noted to have mild to moderate dental disease. This may include tartar buildup on the teeth, gingival (gum) inflammation, worn teeth, and/or chronically chipped, fractured, or missing teeth. At this stage, the dental disease may not be causing significant discomfort, but dental disease can progress over time and may eventually lead to pain, infection, loose teeth, or other oral health problems. Due to limited resources, Oakland Animal Services is unable to provide dental cleanings or further dental treatment. We recommend following up with your regular veterinarian to assess your petbx00s oral health and establish an ongoing dental care plan. Your veterinarian may recommend a professional dental cleaning under anesthesia, dental radiographs, and additional treatment if any significantly diseased teeth are identified. In some cases, extraction of affected teeth may be recommended. Ongoing dental care is an important part of your petbx00s long-term health. This animal should have a general health exam with a veterinarian after adoption so that any additional testing, treatment, or preventative dental care can be discussed. OAS is not responsible for additional care or expenses after adoption.

BACKGROUND: Brought in stray by ACO on 10/14/26. Dog was given green dot on intake. Staff were able to handle dog for intake procedures, including vaccines, without issues.B SHELTER HANDLING: Volunteers and staff have been able to leash, walk, and pet dog during outings with no issues. Dog has been relaxed with all handling in the shelter. Green for volunteer handling. Dog can be made available for adoption after hold period.

S: Dog-dog evaluation with a female tester dog. Tester dog selected due to her ability to politely greet and not escalate conflict.

O: At the gate, dog was calm and non-reactive. Inside the coop, dog walked directly to the tester. Stopped to briefly sniff, then dropped a play bow. Dog pawed briefly at the tester and tester gave her a correction by snapping and vocalizing. Dog moved back, then approached again. Body language was very relaxed as the tester repeatedly yelped and snapped at her for unknown reasons.B

A: Gentle, Medium Energy, Medium Contact, Neutral Social Dynamic, Takes Corrections, may Avoid Conflict, Playgroup Size 2-3.

P: Recommend placement with appropriately matched dogs, or placed as a solo dog with appropriate dog friends.