BINX – 14626
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*** SAFE 12/07/17 *** Little, tuxie princess needs time and love. BINX is fearful at the shelter and was found as a one yr old stray….She needs a handsome prince foster or adopter to sweep her away to a new and loving home and castle!!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Binx. My animal id is #14626. I am a female black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 25-Nov-2017.
Binx is at risk for behavior concerns (Experience adult only determination). Binx tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her 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.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 5.75 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 year Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: BAR, exam was limited due to behavior, net exam Observed Behavior – did not allow to handle for exam and needed to be examined via net Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = P = 188 R = 44 BCS 4/9 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: female, no spay scar MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment – R/O Intact vs Altered Prognosis: Good Plan: schedule for spay SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
KNOWN HISTORY:: Binx was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to her behavior in her previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Did not allow to handle for exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/26/17 Lying in back of kennel with a low, tense body. Tolerates petting along his head and body while turning to watch my hand, ears flattened and pupils dilated. Face is tensed as she rapid breathes. Needs more time to adjust. 11/27/17 Lying in back of kennel with a low, tense body. Pupils are dilated. She tolerates petting along her head and shoulders briefly before whipping her head back and hissing at the bear-claw while giving it two hard swats. Needs more time to adjust. Not interested in further interaction at the moment.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Binx was tense and hiding in the back of the kennel with her body lowered.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Binx lip licks and lowers her head trying to avoid eye contact.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Binx flinches and her eyes dart around the kennel.
Reaction to touch:: Binx’s ears bend and her body tenses up when the assessor extends his hand out. She flinches when touched, but tolerates petting briefly on her head and along her body. She continues lip licking, then hisses and shifts away when she’s done interacting.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back,Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Binx 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: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Binx tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her 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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