ALEX – 17638
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***SAFE 1/14/18*** SHY AND CURIOUS ALEX NEEDS A SPECIAL PURRSON TO HELP HIM COME OUT OF HIS SHELL!! ALEX was brought to the shelter as a stray. He is super handsome but timid and nervous in the shelter. He allows handling but needs time to warm up to people. A new home with a patient cat purrson is just the thing to help this boy. BUT ALEX NEEDS RESCUE NOW – YOU MUST RESERVE THIS PANTHER BOY BY NOON!!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Alex. My animal id is #17638. I am a male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 04-Jan-2018.
Alex is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult Only determination). Alex leans forward to sniff the assessor’s hand, but was hesitant of touch and hisses once. He continues to sniff the assessor’s hand, and then slowly gets up to shift away. He allows petting while shifting away, but is tense and appears unsure. Alex is uncomfortable in the shelter environment.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 5.96 lbs
4/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~3yrs Microchip noted on Intake? No History : Stray Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Nervous, tense, tried to flee from carrier, examined in net Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Minimal exam performed, moderate staining noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
KNOWN HISTORY:: Alex was brought in without information on his behavior history or tendencies in a home environment. He did not like to be picked up when found and may attempt to flee.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 01/04/18 Observed Behavior – Nervous, tense, tried to flee from carrier, examined in net
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Alex was lying down in his litter box with a low body posture, looking at the assessor.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Alex makes eye contact, and then blinks and averts his gaze.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Alex becomes alert, but remains motionless and looks around with dilated eyes.
Reaction to touch:: Alex leans forward to sniff the assessor’s hand, but was hesitant of touch and hisses once. He continues to sniff the assessor’s hand, and then slowly gets up to shift away. He allows petting while shifting away, but is tense and appears unsure.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Curious,Timid
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Alex has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and appears uncomfortable with extended handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide him with the chance to move closer, investigate, or interact with you. Be sure to offer incentive such as treats or play time whenever the cat makes a small positive step. Please speak to an adoption counselor for additional information on methods to desensitize your cat to their fear stimulus.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Alex tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.
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