BARACK – 12228
Safe - 11-19-2017 Brooklyn
SAFE 11/19/17 Mellow Pink-Nosed Kitty Barack is a Sweetheart! @BACC. BARACK is a neutered boy who has some dental issues that need follow up care. He is hoping someone will give him a home for the holidays!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Barack 12228
Location: Brooklyn
Intake Date: 11/10/17
Intake Type: Stray
Medical Behavior: Blue
Sex: Neutered
Age: 4 years
Medical:
11/10/17:
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 4-6 yrs
Microchip noted on Intake? no
History: Stray
Subjective: Cat is BARH
Observed Behavior – Allows all handling without signs of discomfort, but is trying to get away during exam.
Evidence of Cruelty seen -no
Evidence of Trauma seen -no
Objective
T = NA
P = wnl
R = wnl
BCS 7/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: Grade 2/4 dental dz
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: wnl
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: not performed
Assessment: Overweight, Mild-moderate dental dz
Prognosis: Good
Plan: Acceptable candidate for adoption or rescue pending behavior evaluation. Recommend weight loss and dental on placement.
SURGERY: Already altered
Behavior:
This information is supplied as a guide only based on the history supplied to us and on our observations of the animal in the shelter. Animal Care Centers of NYC, its employees and agents accept no responsibility in the event that the animal behaved differently from its description above nor are any guarantees made in respect of its future behavior.
Animal Behavior Saved At: 14-Nov-2017 11:36:36.000
Animal ID:
12228
Animal Name: Barack
Age: 4 Years
Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Gender: Male
Spayed / Neutered: Yes
Behavior Assessment Date:
11/14/2017
KNOWN HISTORY:
Barack was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to his behavior in his previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
Allows all handling without signs of discomfort, but is trying to get away during exam.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
11/13/17
Lying in back of kennel with a relaxed body, eyes bright and ears forward. makes eye contact when spoken to. He stands up as I’m opening the kennel door and allows petting along his head and body while leaning in. Tail raises and begins to quiver. He comes forward and allows all petting for the remainder of the session. Did well today!
11/14/17
Lying down by the back, appears alert from movement in the room. Gets up and stretches when door opens and slowly walks towards the front to sniff me. Accepts petting and his tail starts to quiver, leaning in for cheek rubs. Seems curious of surroundings, but remains and calm throughout the interaction and seems to appreciate attention. Doing well, okay to remove from list!
Cage Condition:
Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:
Barack lying down and relaxed at the back of the kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Barack seems curious, lip licks then leans forward to investigate.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Barack slowly leans away and looks around the kennel at his surroundings.
Reaction to touch:
Barack seems unsure, lip licks then lowers his head when the assessor extends his hand out. He closes his eyes at first then perks up and leans in for petting and rubs on his cheeks. His body perks up and he comes forward with a relaxed body seeking attention.
Reaction to being picked up:
Barack is calm, relaxed and allows all handling.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Mellow
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Shy
Sweet
Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
None
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Average
Behavior Asilomar
H – Healthy
RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Oliver interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
Profile:
This behavior note was written by the previous owner of this pet. Animal Care Centers of NYC provides this as a guide for optimal pet placement.
Please use these notes in conjunction with the information provided by NYCACC.
Animal ID: 12228
Animal Name: Barack
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
This animal came from:
Found Stray
If yes, Please elaborate:
Unknown information
Basic Information:
Barack is a 4 year old male black and white male cat who was found on the street and brought to the ACC as a stray.
Previously lived with:
Unknown information
How is this cat around strangers?
When meeting the Staff at the ACC for the first time Barack was shy and trying to flee.
How is this cat around children?
Unknown information
How is this cat around other cats?
Unknown information
How is this cat around dogs?
Unknown information
Behavior Notes
Unknown information
Bite history:
Unknown information
Energy level/descriptors:
Unknown information
Medical Notes
Unknown information
For a New Family to Know
Unknown information
Behavior Notes:
During intake Barack was shy and trying to flee. He allowed the counselor to collar and take his picture with no problems.
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