DEE – 16701
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*** SAFE 01/05/18 *** Dee currently has a URI and would be happiest in an experienced, adult-only home where he can explore and warm up at his own pace.
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Dee. My animal id is #16701. I am a male gray cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 21-Dec-2017.
Dee is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other cats. Dee has also been nervous and not allowed much handling in the care center.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 6.4 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : seized Subjective: Observed Behavior -hissing when touched Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =220 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: minimal exam–seesm okay H/L: NSR, NMA, , Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact, testes felt through net MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy prognosis excellent Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
New URI noted on rounds Subjective: QAR. No c/v/d but is sneezing with serous ocular and nasal d/c. Sneeze marks in cage. Objective EENT: serous to purulent nasal d/c bilaterally, mild serous ocular d/c ou H/L: eupneic but audible upper respiratory congestion Assessment: URI with mild conjunctivitis Plan: Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x10d until 1/7/18 Recheck at day 7 Move to iso Prognosis: Good
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
KNOWN HISTORY:: Dee was brought in as a stray, so there is no information on their behavior history or tendencies in a home environment.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -hissing when touched
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 12/24/17 Lying in back of kennel, ears forward. She makes eye contact and hisses when spoken to, She comes forward for treats so I click and reward to build an association or each time she remains calm and comes forward. Not ready for petting – leans away with paw raised and then retreats through portal with a low body and tail. Needs more time to adjust. 12/26/17 Sitting upright in back of kennel, body tense. Makes eye contact and hisses when spoken to, ears flattening and tail wrapping around feet. She eats the treats I place down so I click and reward each time she comes forward or makes eye contact without hissing. Not ready for petting yet – needs some more time to adjust. Will continue to clicker train. 12/27/17 Low body posture, seems very uncomfortable. His ears bend flat and starts hissing when I extended my hand out. Body tenses up and she turns away when spoken to softly. Not interested in any treats or being pet. I tried clicker training her but she remained tense and focused on my movements. Needs more time to adjust. 12/28/17 Tense and very wary of his surroundings. He hisses when the cage cover is lifted up. His ears bend flat, tail tucked under his body and he backs himself into the corner. Seems very uncomfortable and continues to hiss when approached. I was able to coax him forward with tuna. He tolerates brief contact while he eats his food. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Dee was lying down, looking at the assessor with soft eyes.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Dee’s ears tilts, but he blinks softly at the assessor and appears calm and relaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Dee becomes stiff and alert.
Reaction to touch:: Dee hisses and focuses on the assessor’s hand as it extends. He grumbles and shifts away to avoid being touched, but allows gentle stroke on his body as he’s shifting away. He continues to hiss and growl when touched, but does not display any other reaction and appears very uncomfortable.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Dee has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide him 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
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Dee tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He will most likely need time to warm up to his new home and family. 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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