HUDSON – 15084
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*** SAFE 12/08/17 *** HUDSON was found at the Port Authority! We don’t know anything about him, except that he is unhappy and scared. He would do well with an experienced cat purrson willing to give him time and space and Love!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Hudson. My animal id is #15084. I am a male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 01-Dec-2017.
Hudson is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult only determination).Hudson has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling.Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 12 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5 yo Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : Stray – picked up by Port Authority. Reported wound above eye. Subjective: BARH. Unable to do full exam. Observed Behavior – Needed to be netted for exam. Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 200 R = eup BCS= 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Small 3 mm alopecic area above left eye – no red. Oral Exam: not examined. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male – 2 scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment: Healthy 5 yo intact male DSH Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Routine intake SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Pre-surgery exam S/O: BARH. Active, nervous and will flee ORAL: adult dentition, no oral lesions EENT: Pink mm, eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge, ears wnl HL: Grade 1/6 HM, RR, Lungs C&E ABD: SNP, NMP INTEG: GHC, no ectos noted MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: MI NEURO: A&A A: Grade 1/6 HM P: Continue to monitor while at BACC. OK for surgery tomorrow Rec cardiology consult Excellent prognosis
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
During intake, Hudson was not handled.
Date of Intake: 12/1/2017
Spay/Neuter status: No
Basic Information:: Husdon is a black and white domestic shorthair. He came to the center as a stray.
Previously lived with:: Unknown.
How is this cat around strangers?: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around children?: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around other cats?: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around dogs?: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his behavior is unknown.
Behavior Notes: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his behavior is unknown.
Bite history:: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his bite history is unknown.
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown.
Medical Notes: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his medical history is unknown.
For a New Family to Know: Hudson came to the center as a stray so his behavior is unknown.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Hudson was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to his behavior in his previous home.
Cage Condition:: Cage is re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Hudson was tense at the back of the cage and was focused on the assessor with a low body posture.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Hudson lip licks and doesn’t get up or come forward when coaxed by the assessor.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Hudson remains motionless.
Reaction to touch:: Hudson rises up and starts breathing rapidly when the assessor extends his hand out. He trembles when touched, lip licks then slowly shifts away to the other side of the double kennel with his tail tucked under his body. He seems very uncomfortable and tolerates very brief interactions.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Hudson has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of 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: H – Healthy
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Hudson tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. 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.
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