CURLY – 12070
Safe - 11-15-2017 Brooklyn
*** SAFE 11/15/17 *** You’ll get tons of laughs with these gals! @ BACC — MO, LARRY, & CURLY!
CURLY’s not a “stooge” and needs a furever home!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Curly. My animal id is #12070. I am a desexed female tortoiseshell kitten at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 months old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 08-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as poor choice – too many animals already.
Curly is at risk for behavior concerns (Experience determination). She displayed fearful behavior in care center and takes some time to acclimate after a couple of days. Pet owners with Experience in how to interact and socialize this behavior would be best suitable for Curly.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 4.91 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5 months Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Nervous and will flee. Was very tense but allowed all medical handling Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy but wet hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: ok to schedule for surgery
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by ASPCA. Green linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake Curly was timid and ran out of the box. Curly ran right into the carrier, and has to be collared using bedding.
Date of Intake: 11/8/2017
Spay/Neuter status: No
Basic Information:: Curly is a 5 month old unaltered Female Dsh. She was found 5 month ago as a kitten and is being surrender due the owner having too many animals.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 5 cats
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers Curly is aloof and keeps his distance.
How is this cat around children?: Curly has never been around children
How is this cat around other cats?: Around the other cats in the home Curly is Respectful, Curious and likes to follow the cats around the home.
How is this cat around dogs?: Curly has never been around dogs
Behavior Notes: Curly struggles in the individuals hold and will swat. Bedding has to be used to be placed in the carrier.
Bite history:: Curly has no bite history
Energy level/descriptors:: very high activity level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Curly is Shy, independent, and aloof. Curly has a very high activity level, and rarely seeks attention. Curly is a indoor, outdoor cat. Curly is fed wet and dry food twice a day. Curly is Mostly litter box trained with and uncovered box and clumping litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Indoor and outdoor cat Previously lived with: 2 adults and 5 cats Behavior toward strangers: Aloof and keeps her distance Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Respectful and curious Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Mostly litter box trained Energy level/descriptors: Shy, independent, and aloof with a very high activity level Other notes: She struggles when picked up or being placed in a carrier.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Nervous and will flee. Was very tense but allowed all medical handling
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Curly was lying down near the front of the kennel with wide eyes focused on her surroundings.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Curly lip licks when the assessor calls her name and her eyes dart around.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Curly seems unsure and slowly inches away.
Reaction to touch:: Curly lip licks then looks around the kennel frantically for an exit. When the assessor extended his hand out she sniffed then gently nudged him. She leans in when rubbed on her cheeks and perks up when pet along her body. She slowly starts to warm up with attention then rolls over on her side.
Reaction to being picked up:: Curly was a bit tense when picked up, but she slowly relaxes and nuzzles up in the assessor’s arms.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Sweet
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Kitten socialization
Potential challenges comments:: Curly is a young cat that may not have had many interactions with humans from an early age. She may be apprehensive of people, but the behavior team believes she has potential to warm up to people. Kittens less than 8 weeks of age can be socialized by almost anyone; however, kittens between 2-4 months may require more time and skill in order for them to be comfortable around people. Please speak to an adoption counselor to learn more about socialization techniques.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Curly may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. She may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
CAME IN WITH:
MO – 12069
Larry – 12071
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