AJ – 31928
Safe - 7-8-2018 Brooklyn
SAFE 7/8/18 AJ is a black and white neutered cat that was surrendered by his owner due to allergies. the owner stated that she got AJ from a friend when he was 8 weeks old.
BROOKLYN CENTER
Aj 31928
Location: Brooklyn
Intake Date: 6/21/18
Intake Type: Stray
Medical Behavior: —
Sex: Neutered
Age: 5 years
Original Location: 11234
INTAKE INFO / OWNER PROFILE:
This animal came from:FriendOrigin AddressSpay/Neuter statusYesIs this cat having litter box issues?NoBasic Information:AJ is a black and white neutered cat that was surrendered by his owner due to allergies. the owner stated that she got AJ from a friend when he was 8 weeks old.
Previously lived with:Owner
How is this cat around strangers?Owner stated that when around strangers AJ is shy for a few minutes then he will warm up. When playing with adults he is gentle.
How is this cat around children?AJ has spent time in the home around children ages 6-13 and he is relaxed and affectionate. When playing with children he is gentle.
How is this cat around other cats?AJ has spent time in the home with another cat and he is relaxed and affectionate when playing with other cats he is gentle.
How is this cat around dogs?AJ has not spent time in the home with dogs so it is unknown how he will react.
Behavior NotesOwner stated that overall AJ behaves well. On the way to the ACC in the car he was meowing. When being bathed or having his nails trimmed he will struggle to get away. He enjoys being held and he is not bothered if he i put in a carrier or disturbed while he sleeps.
Bite history:AJ has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:High
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?NoMedical NotesNo reported medical concerns.
For a New Family to KnowOwner described AJ as friendly affectionate and quiet. When at home he will follow his owner around. He likes to play with balls and string. AJ has been kept indoors only and eats both wet and dry cat food. AJ is used to a hooded litter box with clumping litter. AJ scratches on a post made from carpet.
Behavior Notes:During intake AJ allowed the counselor to collar him and take his picture and take his picture with no problems.
BEHAVIOR:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 1 adult
Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few minutes, and then warms up and plays gently
Behavior toward children: Relaxed and affectionate, plays gently
Behavior toward cats: Relaxed and affectionate with the other resident cat, plays gently
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown
Bite or Scratch history: None
Litter box training: Yes, used a hooded litter box with clumping litter.
Energy level/descriptors: Owner described AJ as friendly affectionate and quiet with a high activity level.
Other notes: When at home he will follow his owner around. He likes to play with balls and string.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
06/23/18
Observed Behavior: does not allow handling, limited exam done by using net due to her behavior
Cage Condition:
Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:
AJ was grooming himself upon approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
AJ pauses to look at the assessor, and then resumes grooming.
Reaction to cage door opening:
AJ becomes stiff and alert due to the noise and hisses.
Reaction to touch:
AJ focuses on the assessor’s hand and lowers his head in anticipation. He was hesitant, but accepts petting and warms up; he leans in for cheek rubs, arches his body, and gets up to rub against the assessor. The base of his tail is pilo-erect, but he allows petting all over and doesn’t appear to become overstimulated.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Moderate
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Shy
Sweet
Affectionate
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Experience
Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
AJ Oliver interacts with the observer and appreciates attention, but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter. He may need time to warm up to his new home and family. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
MEDICAL:
31928
Aj
Cat
Yes
Black
White
Male
Spayed / Neutered
Age
Primary Microchip #
Rabies Tag
Weight
Spay / Neuter Due Date
Temperature
Yes
5 Years 1 Week
985113001883001
12 lbs 0.32 oz
Veterinary Clinic Software Record #:
Weight: 12 lbs 0.32 oz
Date of Weighing: 6/23/2018
Date Spayed / Neutered:
Schedule Surgery Date:
Stitches Removal Date:
Clinic Name:
Previously Spayed / Neutered: No
General Vet Notes:
Previous Medical Details:
Known Allergies or Medical Conditions:
Feeding Requirements:
Indemnities/Waivers:
Medical Notes
Notes
Date
No Medical Notes Stored
Vet Treatments
Date Administered
Vet Treatment Type
Treatment Result
Administered by External Vet
6/23/2018
Gabapentin (100mg Capsule)
6/23/2018
Flea/Tick Treatment – Paradefense
6/23/2018
FeLV/FIV Snap
Negative
6/23/2018
Re-weigh
6/23/2018
Microchip Implantation
6/23/2018
Internal Parasite Treatment – Pyrantel
6/23/2018
Rabies
6/23/2018
Fvr-Cp 1 Of 2
Vet Treatments Due
Date Due
Vet Treatment Type
7/7/2018
Fvr-Cp 1 Of 2
7/7/2018
Internal Parasite Treatment – Pyrantel
7/7/2018
Re-weigh
6/23/2019
Rabies
Medications
Medication
Amount Dispensed
Frequency
Date From
Date To
Doses Administered
Vet Name
Reason
Notes
Doxycycline Suspension 50 Mg/ml
11 ml
1.1ml PO every 1 day(s)
1-Jul-2018
10-Jul-2018
0
VET 991524
Give 1.1ml by mouth once a day
Nebulize with saline
1 ml
1, 2 times every 1 day(s)
1-Jul-2018
8-Jul-2018
0
VET 991524
Nebulize with saline for 10-15 min twice a day
Drug Usage
No drugs administered to this animal.
Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
1-Jul-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 12:01 PM
H:URI signs seen on rounds- sneezed a few times yesterday
S: BAR, consistent sneezing, no coughing, no vd.
Eyes: Unremarkable OU
Ears: Unremarkable AU.
Nasal Cavity: Mild serous nasal discharge
Lungs: Eupneic
U/G: Normal external genitalia. No discharge.
Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness.
BCS = 7/9
Integument: Otherwise unremarkable haircoat.
Neuro: Appropriate mentation.
Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal.
Assessment
1) URI
Plan:
Move to iso, start Doxycycline 10 mg/kg SID x 10 days
Start nebulization BID x 7 days
VET 991524
26-Jun-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 12:10 PM
H: Noted to vomit once on 6/25, reassess
S: BAR. No csvd. Nervous
Eyes: Grossly appropriate OU.
Ears: Unremarkable AU.
Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge.
Lungs: Eupneic
U/G: Normal external genitalia. No discharge.
Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness.
BCS = 5/9
Integument: Otherwise unremarkable haircoat.
Neuro: Appropriate mentation.
Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal.
Assessment: No abnormalities noted today
Plan: Continue to monitor for any further clinical signs
VET 991524
25-Jun-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 3:52 PM
Progress exam
History : Owner surrender 6/24-obese
Subjective: BAR. Had one pile of semi-digested food vomit in the cage. Mild blepharospasm but no d/c or other URI signs. CTM. Good appetite. No csd.
Objective
EENT: Eyes clear with mild blepharospasm, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic
MSI: Ambulatory x 4
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Assessment:
Obese
Vomited once 6/25
Prognosis: Good
Plan: Recommend weight loss plan with placement
CTM for URI/vomiting
VET 991416
24-Jun-2018
24-Jun-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 6:38 PM
[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 5 years
Microchip noted on Intake? No
Microchip Number (If Applicable):
History : Owner surrender
Subjective: BARH. No csvd
Observed Behavior – Timid, but allows all handling
Evidence of Cruelty seen – no
Evidence of Trauma seen – no
Objective
P = wnl
R = wnl
BCS 7/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: mild dental tartar
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: neutered male, no discharge
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: normal externally
Assessment Obese
Prognosis: good
Plan: Recommend weight loss plan with placement
VET 991524
23-Jun-2018
LVT Intake
L V T Notes: 11:51 AM
[LVT Intake Exam]
Microchip Scan:NEG
Evidence of Cruelty:NO
Observed Behavior: does not allow handling, limited exam done by using net due to her behavior
Sex: male neutered
Estimated Age: ~ 4-5 years
Subjective: describe how he animal is presenting and any known history
Eyes: clear
Ears: mild dirty
Oral Exam: teeth-staining and tartar,nose- clear
Heart: wnl
Lungs: wnl
Abdomen: no palpated mass seen
Musculoskeletal: BCS- 6/9,wnl
Mentation: BARH, no abnormal neuro sign noted
Preliminary Assessment: overweight, otherwise apparently healthy
Plan: needs DVM exam
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