BIGOTEE – 17603
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Bigotee is an adorable neutered tuxedo kitty in need of a loving home.
Our behavior team has noted some behavior deterioration during Bigotee’s stay at ACC.
He has a wonderful profile, enjoyed living with another cat, and was always respectful with a small dog in the home. We would love to see Bigotee finally leave ACC to go to the home he deserves. NEEDS FOSTER OR ADOPTER. MUST BE RESERVED BY NOON TOMORROW!!!!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Bigotee. My animal id is #17603. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 03-Jan-2018.
ZIP Code From: 11208
Bigotee is at risk for behavior concerns (Experience determination). Bigotee accepts some petting but mainly tries to avoid being touched. Bigotee is uncomfortable in the shelter environment.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 9.32 lbs
3/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~2 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : stray Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – very sweet but will flee. Easily handleable. Did well for all medical handling and procedures Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: adult dentition with mild dental staining, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, 2 testicles descended 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: ok to schedule for surgery
5/01/2018
S: BARH O: No ocular or nasal discharge. A: acceptable candidate for neuter surgery P: Scheduled for surgery at Glendale 1/6/18 SLS
6/01/2018
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by ASPCA. Green linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
During intake Bigotee allowed the counselor to pick him up several times, take his picture and collar him with no problems.
Spay/Neuter status: Unknown
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Bigotee looks to be a 2 year old black and white male cat that was brought to the ACC as a stray.
Previously lived with:: Owner
How is this cat around strangers?: When meeting the staff at the ACC for the first time he allowed the counselor to pick him up and pet him with no problems. When playing with adults he is gentle.
How is this cat around children?: Bigotee has spent time in the home with children and he is respectful. When playing with children he is gentle.
How is this cat around other cats?: Bigotee has spent time in the home around other cats and his is respectful. When playing with other cats he is gentle.
How is this cat around dogs?: Bigotee has spent time around a small dog and he was respectful.
Behavior Notes: Finder stated that overall Bigotee behaves well. On the way to the ACC he was quiet. Bigotte has never been bathed nor had his nails trimmed so it is unknown how he will react. He isn’t bothered if he is held or put in a carrier.
Bite history:: Bigotee has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No reported medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Finder described Bigotee as friendly affectionate and playful. When at home he will follow his owner around.He likes to play with balls ans string. He has been kept indoors only and eats dry food. He is used to an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Bigotee scratches on a post made out of carpet and rough rope
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult Behavior toward strangers: Allows handling and plays gently Behavior toward children: Respectful and plays gently Behavior toward cats: Respectful and plays gently Behavior toward dogs: Spent time around a small dog and was respectful Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Energy level/descriptors: Finder described Bigotee as friendly affectionate and playful with a medium activity level. Other notes: When at home he will follow his owner around. He likes to play with balls and string.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 01/03/18 Observed Behavior – very sweet but will flee. Easily handleable. Did well for all medical handling and procedures
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 01/04/18 Lying down in cubby, calm and relaxed. Tenses up and lip licks once door opens, and then shifts away in an attempt to avoid contact. Accepts petting and relaxes a little, but still seems unsure of interaction. Has potential to warm up, just needs more positive reinforcement. 01/08/18 Crouched behind litterbox in back of cubby. He sits up and presses himself against the wall in an effort to avoid touch. Tolerates petting along head and body while wrapping tail around feet, constantly lip licking. Not interested in treats at the moment. Nervous and unsure, needs more time to adjust. 01/09/18 Curled up in his litter box at the back of the cubby. His body tenses up, eyes widen and he slowing inches away when approached. Seems unsure of it all, tolerates petting with a slow approach. I offered him tuna but he wasn’t interested. He eventually starts to accept attention- his body perks up and he turns his head slightly, allowing rubs on his cheeks. Timid, needs you to go slowly. 01/10/18 Pressed up against the back of the cubby. Tense body, wide wary eyes and he starts to vocalize when I extend my hand out. He’s nervous and needs a slow approach to get him to come out his shell. After a few minutes of attention he starts to gain confidence, then leans in for rubs and petting all over. Food motivated- enjoys tuna. Doing better, just needs more time to adjust. 01/11/18 Lying in back of cubby, ears forward and feet wrapped around tail. He tolerates petting along his head and body while licking his lips and leaning in gently. Warms up as interaction continues, rolling over onto his side and giving me head-butts. Very sweet. Prefers to stay in the back of the cubby – not ready to come forward. Showing improvement! 01/13/18 Crouched behind the litter box in the back of the cubby. He rises up and presses his body against the wall and turns his head away to avoid contact. He lip licks and tolerates petting with a slow approach. I was able to coax him forward a little with some part mix treats, but he backs away with any quick/sudden movement. His body feels tense and he’s wary of his surroundings whenever someone walks by. After a few minutes he starts to open up and accepts petting. He arches his back and gives head butts. Timid little guy, just needs you to go slowly. 01/14/18 Sitting upright in back of kennel, tail wrapped around body. Avoids eye contact. He tolerates petting along his head while tilting his ears and growling. Not comfortable with interaction right now. May be uncomfortable due to the traffic in the room at the moment. Left him some treats and closed cubby door. I see he’s eaten all of his treats as I pass by his kennel later on.
Cage Condition:: Cage is recently cleaned
Reaction to assessor:: Bigotee was lying down by the back, neutral.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Bigotee makes eye contact with the assessor, but remains in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Bigotee remains motionless.
Reaction to touch:: Bigotee was hesitant of touch and shifts away slightly, but will sniff the assessor’s hand. He accepts petting and arches his body slightly when stroked, appreciating attention, but appears unsure.
Reaction to being picked up:: Bigotee is a bit tense, but he allows pick up and remains calm.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Calm,Sweet
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Bigotee tolerates attention and petting 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.
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