AVA – 15152
Safe - 12-7-2017 Brooklyn
*** SAFE 12/07/17 *** Shy, 7 yr old (possibly younger) dumped for too many cats! AVA was good with the other cats in the home and tolerated the children but did not want to play with them. This little sweetie has had her world turned upside down and needs a new home that will provide reassurance and love!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Ava. My animal id is #15152. I am a desexed female black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 7 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 01-Dec-2017, with the surrender reason stated as not a fit – too many animals already.
Ava is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other cats. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 6.96 lbs
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: Negative Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: Nervous, tense and timid but tolerated handling. Sex: Female Estimated Age:4yrs. Subjective: Came in as O/S Eyes: Clear Ears: Clean Oral Exam:wnl Heart:wnl Lungs:wnl Abdomen:NOSF Musculoskeletal:NOSF Mentation: Normal Preliminary Assessment: BARH, APH Plan: DVM intake exams.
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Microchip noted on Intake? History : Tabitha, Ava and Rogue Subjective: Observed Behavior – Evidence of Cruelty seen – Evidence of Trauma seen – Objective T = P = R = BCS EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment Prognosis: Plan: SURGERY: Okay for surgery Temporary waiver due to Permanent waiver due to
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 7 yo Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : O surrender – came in with Sinatra Subjective: QAR. Slight dehydration – 3%. Missing most teeth. Escaped – unable to catch with net and went behind desk. Had to sedate to remove. Observed Behavior – Scared. will flee – escaped. Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective – Sedated with 0.1 cc telazol IM. T = P = 200 R = eup BCS= 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no ocular discharge noted. Congested sounding. Mild SND. Oral Exam: Missing several teeth including all canines except L maxillary, mod tartar/ gingivitis, mild blood in mouth – suspect she cut lip on left side during attempt to catch her. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female – spay scar seen MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment: Slight dehydration. URI starting – congested. DDz. Prognosis: Fair to good. Plan: SQF 100 cc. Doxy liq 0.7 cc po sid x 10 days – first dose given. Urine cysto done – SpGr > 1.055, blood 250, bilirubin +++, protein 100, leukocytes 500, gluc neg.
Progress exam History : Intake 12/4-had to be sedated with telazol and injured her mouth on net. Started doxycycline for mild URI and gave SQ LRS for mild dehydration. Urine cysto done – SpGr > 1.055, blood 250, bilirubin +++, protein 100, leukocytes 500, gluc neg. Subjective: QAR. Hiding in the back of the cage. Food untouched but very nervous. No c/s/v/d or congestion heard. Objective: EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge noted H/L: Eupneic no congestion Assessment: Slight dehydration on intake URI Dental disease Bilirubinuria Proteinuria Pyuria Decreased appetite r/o nervousness Prognosis: Fair to good Plan: Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 12/13 Sign up for CBC/Chem tomorrow for bilirubinuria Give SQ LRS and cerenia at the same time of bloodwork tomorrow
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Ava was very fearful, tense and attempted to flee during intake. Minimal handling was done.
Date of Intake: 12/1/2017
Basic Information:: Eva is possibly 4 year old , DSH that was surrendered due to an abundance of animals inside the home. Eva has never suffered an major injuries or health issues.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults ,2 children, 6 cats
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers Tabitha is fearful and nervous. When an unknown person visit the home she will hide the entire time. If the stranger attempts to interact with her she will back away and hide her head.
How is this cat around children?: Ava lived in the home with 2 children. she was respectful and tolerant towards the children. When the children attempted to play with her , she would hide in a area where the kids can’t get to her.Ava has never displayed any behavior concerns towards the children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Ava lived in the home with 6 other cats. She was described as affectionate and comfortable around the other felines.she slept,ate and played with the other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: No known experience around dogs.
Behavior Notes: Ava isn’t bothered by the following: loud sounds or sudden movements. Ava enjoys being picked up and petted by the adults in the family. She has never been brushed or groomed to known her reaction towards it. Tabitha has never been given a bath.
Bite history:: She has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: medium level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Ava is described as independent, quiet and shy. Ava usually stays to herself while the owner walks through the home. Ava was fed both wet and dry foods. The wet food was dispensed in the morning ,while the dry food was left out throughout the day.Tabitha isn’t reactive towards toys. Her favorite activity is sleeping.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 Adults and 2 cats Behavior toward strangers: Fearful and nervous Behavior toward children: Respectful and tolerant Behavior toward cats: Lived with 6 others and affectionate and was relaxed Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Independent, quiet and shy with a medium activity level Other notes: She enjoys being picked up and petted
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Nervous, tense and timid but tolerated handling.
Cage Condition:: Cage is recently cleaned
Reaction to assessor:: Ava was crouched and hiding behind her litter box, near the back of the kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Ava lip licks then slowly turns her head away.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Ava grumbles and becomes alert.
Reaction to touch:: Ava’s ears rotate and her eyes widen when the assessor extended his hand out. She tolerates petting on her head and body with a slow approach, but starts to grumble and becomes hyper focused on the assessor’s hand.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Ava has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide her 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
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Please note that Ava is being treated for an upper respiratory infection at the time of the behavior assessment. This condition may affect some of the behaviors shown during evaluation. Ava may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. She may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
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