BLUE – 21865
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*** SAFE 03/06/18 *** Blue is a 3 year old black neutered cat that was surrendered by his owner due to the fact she has too many cats in her home. Owner stated that for the past 2 weeks Blue has been urinating outside of the litter box. Blue has not been to the vet for this issue. No urine noted since intake but bladder is small and soft. Not eating or drinking water but very nervous. No straining noted since intake.
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Blue. My animal id is #21865. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 28-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as other.
Blue is at risk for medical reasons. Blue has abnormal bladder function, and has urinated only once in 4 days. Our tests have been inconclusive as to the cause, and Blue urgently needs placement where he can receive further veterinary assessment. Behaviorally, we have no concerns for Blue, who we believe would be suitable for most homes.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.3 lbs
28/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:3y reported Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : o surrender. reported urinating outside box . o said not urinating, but bladder is small Subjective: Observed Behavior -allows full exam, slightly nervous Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =180 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: appears healthy–will monitor overnight for straining Prognosis:excellent Plan:gave 70 ss sqf. wet food only. observe one night then ok for adoptions
1/03/2018
Progress exam History: O/S 2/28. O reports urinating outside of litter box and then not urinating at all. Given SQ LRS on intake Subjective: BARH. No csvd. No urine noted since intake but bladder is small and soft. Not eating or drinking water but very nervous. No straining noted since intake. Objective P =wnl R =wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, bladder small and soft U/G: MN 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 Hx inappropriate elimination Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM in medical until urinating on own-likely not urinating due to nervousness If continues consider prazosin, buprenorphine, UA, rads
2/03/2018
Hx of inappropriate urination, has not urinated since intake 2/28 S/O: BARH. Sleeping in litterbox. Allows all handling, started headbutting and purring. No interest in food. No urine or feces. BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge, ears clean, pink mm, minimal dental staining HL: Normal thoracic auscultation ABD: Soft, non tender, bladder medium sized and soft, non tender INTEG: Full healthy coat MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Neutered A: Recent reported history of urinating outside litterbox, lived with 5-6 other cats, owner noticed he didn’t urinate for one day prior to surrendering. Has not urinated since intake according to reports. Last night gave double kennel, placed cage cover and sprayed felaway P: Continue to monitor throughout day. Will add treatment (prazocin, pain management) if hasn’t urinated. Addendum: Blue is BAR, laying in litterbox. No urine or feces. Appears slightly dehydrated. Food untouched. Bladder soft, medium in size (slightly larger than this morning), non tender. Penis externally normal. A: R/O FLUTD vs other P: Placed second cage cover for other side and sprayed felaway. Rec LRS 50ml SQ, simbadol 0.61ml SQ, mirtazipine 1/4 tab PO, prazocin 1/2 capusule tonight. Recheck tomorrow
3/03/2018
Hx of inappropriate urination, has not urinated since intake 2/28 – simbadol, prazocin, LRS, mirtazipine given last night S/O: BARH. Sleeping in litterbox. Allows all handling, started headbutting and purring. Ate well overnight. No interest in food this morning. No urine or feces. BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge, ears clean, pink mm, minimal dental staining HL: Normal thoracic auscultation ABD: Soft, non tender, bladder medium/large sized and soft, non tender INTEG: Full healthy coat MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Neutered A: Recent reported history of urinating outside litterbox, lived with 5-6 other cats, owner noticed he didn’t urinate for one day prior to surrendering. Has not urinated since intake according to reports. Last night gave double kennel, placed cage cover and sprayed felaway P: Sprayed felaway, continue with prazocin, start gabapentin 100mg PO q12 x 3 days. Recheck tomorrow
3/03/2018
Hx of inappropriate urination, has not urinated since intake 2/28 – started on prazocin last night – also given simbadol, LRS and mirtazipine S/O: BARH. Sleeping in litterbox. Allows all handling, No urine or feces. Ate well overnight. BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge, ears clean, pink mm, minimal dental staining HL: Normal thoracic auscultation ABD: Soft, non tender, bladder medium/large sized and soft, non tender INTEG: Full healthy coat MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Neutered A: Recent reported history of urinating outside litterbox, lived with 5-6 other cats, owner noticed he didn’t urinate for one day prior to surrendering. Has not urinated since intake R/O FLUTD P: Continue prazocin. Adding gabapentin 100mg PO q12 x 3 days. Continue to monitor Addendum: ~1:05p urinated moderate amount
4/03/2018
Progress exam History: O/S 2/28. O reports urinating outside of litter box and then not urinating at all. Given SQ LRS on intake 3/2-started on prazosin, Given simbadol, mirtazapine, and SQ LRS once. Placed cage cover and sprayed feliway. 3/3-started on gabapentin Subjective: BAR, ~5% dehydrated. No csvd. Empty litter box but very nervous in the kennel. Food untouched. Urinated once yesterday but this is the only time urinating since intake. Bladder is medium and soft. Objective P =wnl R =wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, bladder medium sized and soft U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Mildly dehydrated Hx inappropriate elimination/decreased urination Prognosis: Good Plan: CTM in medical until urinating on own-likely not urinating due to nervousness Continue prazosin until 3/6 Start simbadol 0.24mg/kg SQ SID until 3/6 Continue gabapentin until 3/5 Scheduled for AXR/BW/UA tomorrow to r/o stones vs renal disease vs other
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
During intake Blue allowed the counselor to collar him and take his picture with no problems.
Spay/Neuter status: Yes
Is this cat having litter box issues?: Yes
Basic Information:: Blue is a 3 year old black neutered cat that was surrendered by his owner due to the fact she has too many cats in er home.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Owner stated that for the past 2 weeks Blue has been urinating outside of the litter box. Blue has not been to the vet for this issue.
Previously lived with:: Owner
How is this cat around strangers?: Owner stated that when around strangers Blue is shy for a few minutes but will warm up. When playing with adults he is gentle.
How is this cat around children?: Blue has not spent time in the home around children so it is unknown how she will react.
How is this cat around other cats?: Blue has spent time in the home around other cats when around them he is relaxed and affectionate.
How is this cat around dogs?: Blue has not spent time in the home around dogs so it is unknown how he will react.
Behavior Notes: Owner stated that overall Blue behaves well. On the way to the ACC in the car Blue was quiet. Blu is afraid of being bathed. He will tolerate being bathed and brushed. Blue doesn’t mind being held, put in a carrier or disturbed while he sleeps.
Bite history:: Blu has no bite history
Energy level/descriptors:: High
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No reported medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Owner described Blue as friendly affectionate and playful. When at home he likes to be in his favorite spot. He likes to play with balls and stuffed mice. Blue has been kept indoors only and eats both wet and dry food. Blue is used to an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Blue scratches on a post made out of rough rope.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived indoors Previously lived with: Owner Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few minutes, but will warm up and plays gently Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Relaxed and affectionate Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, but had litter box accidents the past 2 weeks and then suddenly stopped using litter box Energy level/descriptors: Owner described Blue as friendly affectionate and playful with a high activity level. Other notes: When at home he likes to be in his favorite spot. He likes to play with balls and stuffed mice.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/28/18 Observed Behavior -allows full exam, slightly nervous
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 03/1/18 Lying in back of kennel with a low body, ears forward. Tolerates petting along head and body while turning head to smell my hand, eyes wide. Curious but unsure. Needs some time to adjust. 03/4/18 Crouched in back of kennel, eyes wide and pupils dilated. Ears are forward. She steps forward to smell my hand, then tolerates petting along her shoulders briefly before retreating through her portal with a low body and tail. Nervous and unsure, needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Blue was eating, but he looks up to look at the assessor for a moment before returning his focus back on his food.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Blue continues to eat.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Blue looks up and remains soft and relaxed.
Reaction to touch:: Blue was hesitant initially, but sniffs the assessor’s hand when extended. He accepts petting, leans in for rubs, and looks around during the interaction.
Reaction to being picked up:: Blue was a bit tense during pick up, but he allowed this kind of handling.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Sweet,Curious
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Inappropriate elimination
Potential challenges comments:: Blue’s previous owner reports that he was eliminating outside the litter box. We are unaware if any modification steps were taken to try and address this behavior. Please note as well that Blue has been diagnosed with and is being treated for Idiopathic Cystitis in the care center, which may be influencing the urination behavior. We cannot be sure whether this behavior will continue in a home environment after treatment for the medical condition has been completed, but we recommend that potential adopters be comfortable with management and modification techniques for elimination outside the litter box should this behavior continue in a home environment.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Average
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Please note that this cat is being treated for a medical condition at the time of evaluation. It is difficult to determine at this time how the medical condition may be affecting the behavior. Blue interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
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