BERMAN – 10084
Safe - 10-20-2017 Manhattan
SAFE 10/20/17— 15 year old BERMAN is a friendly and affectionate senior boy whose owner dumped at the shelter. He seems to be just a lazy sweet cat who accepts petting and attention.
MANHATTAN CENTER
Berman 10084
Location: Manhattan
Intake Date: 10/18/17
Intake Type: Owner surrender
Medical Behavior: Blue
Age: 15 years
Sex: Neutered male
Weight: 17 lbs 0 oz
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: Reported to be 15 years old – exam is consistent with this
Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative on intake – MC placed
History : Owner surrender. No health hx reported.
Subjective: Alert, slightly tense
Observed Behavior – Allows all handling. Eyes dilated, crouches low to the ground, looking around for escape route.
Objective
BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 9/9
EENT: Moderate black granular discharge AU. Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: Moderate tartar especially on PMs
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Male neutered
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted. Skin of neck is erythematous.
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: Normal externally.
Assessment:
1. Obese
2. Dental disease
3. Likely ear mites
Prognosis: Good
Plan:
1. Clean ears q3 days, Tresaderm AU BID x10 days
2. Recommend weight loss of 5-8 lbs
3. Recommend dental cleaning
Behavior Notes:
15 yrs old. Resting on bedding, soft eyes and body, dozing. Lay in place when door opened. Allowed and slightly leaned into pets, no real response. Sleepy oldie.
Owner Notes:
He was described as a friendly, affectionate and mellow cat. His favorite activity was laying in his bed
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