GIA – 16551
Safe - 12-31-2017 Brooklyn
*** SAFE 12/31/17 *** Siblings Jon Jon and Gia both currently have URIs and need placement ASAP! BOTH ARE LISTED TONIGHT!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Gia. My animal id is #16551. I am a female black kitten at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 months old. – P
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 20-Dec-2017.
Gia 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. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 3.8 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 4 m Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective:active uri Observed Behavior -timid, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: conjunctivitis, epiphora, ears clean,serous nasal dc Oral Exam: decid teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female , intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dirty coat, covered in feces CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: uri Prognosis:good Plan:doxy 0.4ml sid x 10d terramcyin ou bid SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to uri
Day 5 of doxy and erythromycin, recheck URI S/O: Q/BAR. Excellent appetite EENT: Epiphora OU, corneal scarring OD, moderate serous nasal discharge HL: No sneezing observed, normal RR/RE INTEG: WNL MS: Ambulatory x 4 A: URI and conjunctivitis resolving appropriately P: Continue with current treatment and monitoring plan. Good prognosis
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
KNOWN HISTORY:: Gia 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 -timid, allows exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 12/21/17 Lying in back of kennel with a low, tense body. Tolerates petting along head and body while lowering body further and turning head to watch my hand with ears flattened. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Gia was lying down, calm and relaxed.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Gia looks at the assessor with soft eyes and remains in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Gia lowers her head and her ears tilt sideways.
Reaction to touch:: Gia remains in place and allows gentle petting all over her body. She is slightly tense during the interaction, but she doesn’t seem to mind attention and will slowly lean in for cheek rubs.
Reaction to being picked up:: Gia remains soft and nuzzles against the assessor when held.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Easy going,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Kitten socialization
Potential challenges comments:: Gia 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
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Gia tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter. She will most likely need time to warm up to her new home and family. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
CAME IN WITH:
Jon Jon 16550
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