CREAMSICLE – A1118270
Safe - 7-28-2017 Manhattan Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 07/28/17 *** A volunteer writes: “Hi everyone, I’m Creamsicle. I’m a sweet boy (I’m named after ice cream, after all!) and I really do like people. But I’ve got to admit, I’m not in the best spirits these days. You see, the family I lived with relinquished me to the Care Center. While I’m enjoying lots of attention from all the people here, I’m sad that I don’t have a home of my own anymore. I did everything right with my old family, which included an adult and two kids; I was friendly, I greeted strangers by rubbing against their legs, and I loved playing with my cat friends in the house. But here I am all by my lonesome, hoping hard that new pet parents will recognize the good, well-mannered (I’ve got the litterbox thing down pat!) guy I really am. Come on New York, doesn’t anyone want a fluffy fellow like me for their BFF? I’ll be on 110th Street waiting.”
***Friendly Creamsicle is a 6 yr old boy that was surrendered for allergies.
Manhattan Center
My name is CREAMSICLE. My Animal ID # is A1118270. – P
I am a neutered male orange and white domestic sh mix. The shelter thinks I am about 6 YEARS old.
I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 07/12/2017 from NY 10473, owner surrender reason stated was ALLERGIES.
07/23/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1118270 Creamsicle – Adult only determination; Previous owner reports he is shy, but will interact with strangers if they peek his interest. He becomes tense when approached for interaction, crouching over and focusing on the person. He flinches hard when touched, even when touching him slowly and gently. After a few strokes, he shifts his body backwards and lifts his paw to show discomfort.
MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
07/23/2017 Exam Type MS NEW URI – Medical Rating is 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , Behavior Rating is EXPNOCHILD, Weight 10.2 LBS.
Sneezing, with thick dried yellow discharge at the medial canthus OS. Move to isolation, start doxycycline 1 ml PO SID x10 days. 1088
07/12/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
07/12/17 13:14 Basic: Creamsicle is a 6 year old domestic shorthair that the owner was gifted when he was only a few weeks old. Creamsicle is being surrendered because the owner’s graddaughter is severely allergic to him and she has exhausted all other options of placement. Creamsicle has no known injuries or illnesses, he also has never been to a veterinarian before. Socialization: Around strangers, Creamsicle is very shy but he does come out to rub against their legs if they stay long enough to peak his interest. Creamsicle has lived with a 5 year old and a newborn but he prefers to keep his distance from children. When playing with adults, Creamsicle is very gentle and respectful. Creamsicle has only lived with one cat when he was a kitten until he was a year old and has had no interaction with any other animals ever since. When Creamsicle did live with the other cat, he was extremely playful with her. Creamsicle has never bitten or scratched another animal or a person but when the children pull his tail, he does hiss and show his claws. Behavior: When riding in a car, Creamsicle just meows and cries until the car stops moving. Creamicle never has litterbox accidents. Creamsicle likes when he is bathed but not directly under water, he prefer to be bathed with a wet brush. Creamsicle has never had his nails trimmed but he does enjoy being brushed. Creamsicle is okay with being put in a carrier. For a New Family to Know: Creamsicle is described as very mellow and relaxed. The owner likes that Creamsicle minds his own business and stays in his hiding spots no matter what is going on. Creamsicle likes to chase things around the house and birds on the terrace. When the owner is home, Creamsicle likes to be in the same room. Creamsicle likes string toys. The owner has a terrace and so Creamsicle has been an indoor/outdoor cat who has been limited to the terrace. Creamsicle eats dry food of any variety 1.5 cups a day. Creamsicle uses an uncovered litterbox with clumping clay. Creamsicle likes to scratch on a carpet scratching post. Upon intake, Creamsicle allowed being collared, transported, and having his picture taken. Creamsicle had a loose body and was very alert.
07/21/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: “Hi everyone, I’m Creamsicle. I’m a sweet boy (I’m named after ice cream, after all!) and I really do like people. But I’ve got to admit, I’m not in the best spirits these days. You see, the family I lived with relinquished me to the Care Center. While I’m enjoying lots of attention from all the people here, I’m sad that I don’t have a home of my own anymore. I did everything right with my old family, which included an adult and two kids; I was friendly, I greeted strangers by rubbing against their legs, and I loved playing with my cat friends in the house. But here I am all by my lonesome, hoping hard that new pet parents will recognize the good, well-mannered (I’ve got the litterbox thing down pat!) guy I really am. Come on New York, doesn’t anyone want a fluffy fellow like me for their BFF? I’ll be on 110th Street waiting.”
07/15/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – EXPNOCHILD
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Mellow VOCAL: Quiet CHARACTER TYPE: Shy, Independent KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: adults, a 5 year old, and a newborn Behavior toward strangers: shy but he does come out to rub against their legs if they stay long enough to peak his interest Behavior toward children: prefers to keep his distance from children Behavior toward cats: extremely playful Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Other notes: described him as very mellow and relaxed. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: 7/12/17- Subjective: Slightly tense, allows all handling and exam EVALUATION: Cage Condition: No change Reaction to assessor: Creamsicle looks tense, stiff body crouched position at the back of the cage. Reaction to cage door opening: Creamsicle remains in place alert with normal shape eyes. Reaction to touch: Creamsicle slowly leans away from the assessor’s hand then flinches when touched on the head and began to hiss when petted along the back. BEHAVIOR SUMMARY: He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his 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.
GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
No Group Behavior Summary
07/12/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 1 – NORMAL , behavior rating was NONE
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Reported 6 years – exam is consistent with this Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative History : Surrender, no health problems reported Subjective: Slightly tense, allows all handling and exam Objective BAR, estimated 5% dehydrated, BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate gingivitis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally Assessment: Mild dental disease Plan: Recommend dental cleaning and regular tooth brushing Prognosis: Good SURGERY: Okay for surgery 1088
07/23/2017 MS NEW URI (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 3 C – MAJOR CONDITIONS , behavior rating EXPNOCHILD
Sneezing, with thick dried yellow discharge at the medial canthus OS. Move to isolation, start doxycycline 1 ml PO SID x10 days. 1088
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