BUDDY – 14860
Gone - 12-12-2017 Manhattan
*** GONE 12/12/17 *** SECOND CHANCE FOR BEGINNER RATED EASY GOING GENTLEMAN BUDDY TONIGHT!! A volunteer writes: Quiet, sweet, affectionate, easy to handle these are just some of the wonderful words Care Center behavior staffers used to describe Buddy, a lovely and easygoing gentleman who could use a buddy of his own to bring him back to a living-room couch where he belongs. Buddy earned the highest behavioral rating, meaning he’d be a terrific addition to any kind of household. His finder described him as independent, and in the cat adoption room he sleeps soundly curled in a crescent shape, probably with visions of a loving new family and lots of kibble dancing in his head. Show Buddy the true meaning of the holiday spirit by meeting him on 110th Street, greeting him with lots of pettings and rubs, and then saying those magical words, “Buddy, you’re coming home with us!” 10 year old Buddy was surrendered by someone who had him for only 4 weeks. Buddy has some issue with his hips and needs medical eval and bloodwork. Please help this sweet boy. MUST RESERVE HIM BY NOON!!
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Buddy. My animal id is #14860. I am a male black cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 28-Nov-2017.
ZIP Code From: 10455
Buddy is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Upper Respiratory Infection, which is contagious to other cats. Buddy is a geriatric gentlemen, and has possible related hip issues. Behaviorally, Buddy has been assessed as being suitable even for beginner cat homes.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: Quiet, sweet, affectionate, easy to handlethese are just some of the wonderful words Care Center behavior staffers used to describe Buddy, a lovely and easygoing gentleman who could use a buddy of his own to bring him back to a living-room couch where he belongs. Buddy earned the highest behavioral rating, meaning he’d be a terrific addition to any kind of household. His finder described him as independent, and in the cat adoption room he sleeps soundly curled in a crescent shape, probably with visions of a loving new family and lots of kibble dancing in his head. Show Buddy the true meaning of the holiday spirit by meeting him on 110th Street, greeting him with lots of pettings and rubs, and then saying those magical words, “Buddy, you’re coming home with us!”
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.3 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:10 years Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender (owned 4 weeks) Subjective:gait is odd, sways hips. Observed Behavior -allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: aging changes to lenses, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: some tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 testes MSI: odd gait, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: geriatric, possible hip issues Prognosis:fair/good Plan:radiograph hips blood glucose 198 SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
noticed one episode of sneezing OS mild blepharospasm left canned and dry food
Recheck for URI, in ISO with no tx: S/O: Quiet, alert, mod dehydrated – OU clear – mod nasal discharge and harsh sneeze – decreased appetite A: mod URI vs other P: Doxy 1 ml PO SID x 10 days – cerenia 0.45 ml SQ SID x 2 days – LRS 150 ml SQ SID x 3 days
Hx: diagnosed with signs consistent with URI on 12/8 but was not started on treatment until 12/9 S/O -QDR -no appetite -mm lgt/pale pk, tacky -mucoserous nasal discharge, moderate nasal congestion -OU: mild to moderate blepharospasms, serous discharge -eupnic, quiet lung sounds diffusely -soft abdomen A Geriatric URI Dehydration-r/o secondary to URI vs underlying disease P CBC/chem Place IVC, LRS at 15 ml/hr, reassess rate in AM Cerenia 0.5 ml IV SID x 3 days Nebulize SID x 3 days Continue doxycycline
Pelvis radiographs taken. R lateral & VD views.
BG = 193mg/dl (pre-prandial)
placed 22g IVC RF cephalic vein. Running LRS at 15ml/hr. RHL blood draw, 25g butterfly catheter and 3ml syringe. CBC/chem/t4 to be run.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
He had a relaxed body and allowed all handling. He lay in his paws during intake. He was not interested in food. He went back inside the carrier willingly.
Basic Information:: Buddy is a black and white domestic short hair cat. He arrived to MACC as a stray but was previously in a home for less than a month.
Previously lived with:: 1 Adult.
How is this cat around strangers?: He was friendly around strangers.
How is this cat around children?: He was not around children.
How is this cat around other cats?: He was not around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: He was not around other dogs.
Behavior Notes: This information is currently unknown due to him arriving as a stray.
Bite history:: This information is currently unknown due to him arriving as a stray.
Energy level/descriptors:: Low.
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: He was described as an independent cat but not much else was said by the finder.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Buddy was described as an independent cat but not much else was said by the finder.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 11/28 Observed Behavior -allows exam
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Buddy remained soft and relaxed when approached by the assessor.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Buddy remained soft and relaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Buddy leaned into the assessor’s hand and rolled over. He then proceeded to head-butt the assessor’s hand.
Reaction to touch:: Buddy leaned into the assessor’s hand and rolled over. He then proceeded to head-butt the assessor’s hand.
Reaction to being picked up:: He calmly jumped out of the assessor’s arms.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Sweet,Affectionate,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Beginner
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Buddy interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat can go to a beginner home.
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