FITO – 15632
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SAFE 12/14/17 Introducing Laid Back Bonded 15-Year-Old Brothers Fito and Nikita! @BACC
Fito is a 15 year old brown tabby neutered cat who was surrendered to the ACC s a stray due to the fact his owner passed away.
Brooklyn Center
*BONDED WITH NIKITA*
Fito 15632, 15 Years Old, Brown and White Tabby DSH, Neutered, 9lbs, Stray 12/07/17
Profile:
This behavior note was written by the previous owner of this pet. Animal Care Centers of NYC provides this as a guide for optimal pet placement.
Please use these notes in conjunction with the information provided by NYCACC.
Animal ID: 15632
Animal Name: Fito
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
This animal came from:
Relative
Basic Information:
Fito is a 15 year old brown tabby neutered cat who was surrendered to the ACC s a stray due to the fact his owner passed away.
Previously lived with:
Owner
How is this cat around strangers?
Finder stated that when around strangers Fito is friendly and outgoing. When playing with adults he is gentle.
How is this cat around children?
Fito has spent time around children and he is respectful.
How is this cat around other cats?
He has spent time around his brother and he is relaxed and affectionate.
How is this cat around dogs?
Fito has not spent time in the home around dogs so it is unknown how he will react.
Behavior Notes
It is unknown how Fito will act if he is bathed or has his nails trimmed. He isn’t bothered if he held or put in carrier.
Bite history:
Fito has no bite history
Energy level/descriptors:
Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
Medical Notes
No reported medical concerns
For a New Family to Know
Finder described Fito as friendly and mellow. When at home he likes to be in his favorite spot. Fito has been kept indoors only and eats wet food. He is used to a uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Fito scratches on a post made out of carpet and rough rope.
Behavior Notes:
During intake Fito came out of the carrier with no problem and allowed the counselor to collar and take his picture.
Medical:
9-Dec-2017
Blood Work Interpretation
Vet Notes: 11:45 AM
S/O: 15yo neutered DSH. Resting comfortably in cage
CBC – Mild non regenerative anemia, mild neutrophilia, mild eisinopenia
Chem – Mild azotemia, moderate increase in GGT
A:
Anemia R/O chronic disease vs other;
Azotemia R/O dehydration vs renal insufficiency vs other
Increased GGT – R/O biliary vs liver disease vs other
P: Adding LRS 100ml SQ q24 x 3 days. Consider abdominal ultrasound with placement
VET
8-Dec-2017
7-Dec-2017
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 4:49 PM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: Reported 15 yrs
Microchip noted on Intake? no
History : Owner passed away
Subjective: BARH
Observed Behavior – Calm for exam, allows all handling
Evidence of Cruelty seen – no
Evidence of Trauma seen – no
Objective
P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9
EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted
Oral Exam: Mild dental tartar, pink mm
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Neutered
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Assessment: Geriatric
Plan: Scheduled senior work up for tomorrow
Prognosis: Good short term prognosis
VET
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