CHIP – 17469
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BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Chip. My animal id is #17469. I am a desexed female black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 02-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- homeless.
ZIP Code From: 11367
Chip is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult Only determination). Chip has been fearful in care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior. Cinco accepts some petting, but is uncomfortable with most handling.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 7.26 lbs
2/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~1-2years Microchip noted on Intake? No History : Owner surrender Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Reluctant to come out of carrier, once out allowed all handling, slightly nervous Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, mild serous nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild dental tartar/staining, pink mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Spayed, tattoo seen 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
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
During intake, Chip stayed in the back of the carrier. No handling was done.
Date of Intake: 1/2/2018
Basic Information:: Chip is a black and white cat. Chip came from a house with 20 other cats and is being surrendered due to an eviction.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult
How is this cat around strangers?: unknown
How is this cat around children?: unknown
How is this cat around other cats?: unknown
How is this cat around dogs?: unknown
Behavior Notes: unknown
Bite history:: unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: unknown
Medical Notes: unknown
For a New Family to Know: The cat lived in the basement and did not interact much with strangers.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Chip was brought in without information on her behavior history or tendencies in a home environment.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Reluctant to come out of carrier, once out allowed all handling, slightly nervous
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Chip keeps her body lowered in the litter box and slow blinks when the assessor approaches the kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Chip ear’s rotate, she seems unsure and didn’t get up or come forward when coaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Chip tenses up and becomes hyper focused on the assessor’s movements.
Reaction to touch:: Chip ears bend flat and she starts to inch away when the assessor extends his hand out. She grumbles when touched and focuses on the assessor’s hand as he pets her along her back. She seems very uncomfortable and only tolerates brief contact before retreating to the other side of the kennel.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Chip 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:: Chip 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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