ICIE – 20429
Safe - 2-24-2018 Brooklyn Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 02/24/18 *** Don’t let her name fool you, ICIE is a real heart warmer @ BACC! Icie is a 12 year old spayed female that has no previous or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner had Icie for 12 years but had to surrender due to medical issues.
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Icie. My animal id is #20429. I am a desexed female brown tabby cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 12 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 11-Feb-2018.
Icie 20429 is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult-Only determination). He tolerates brief touch, but remains uncomfortable and fearful with interaction and is not thriving in the busy care center.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 14.78 lbs
11/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Adult 6-10? Microchip noted on Intake? Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : Owner surrender Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Pet became very nervous and started to swat; growled during exam but allowed most of it with aid of net Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective T = P = 200 R = eup BCS 7-8/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mod gingivitis with resorptive lesions present PLN: not able to examine H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated but limited exam through net U/G: based on weight and owner history, likely spayed but unable to look for spay scar MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: NP Assessment 12? year old SF DSH 1. Mod to marked dental disease 2. Obese 3. Unable to fully palpate LNs and abdomen Prognosis: Good with treatment Plan: 1. Rabies, FVRCP, retro, pyrantel, flea/tick, MC 2. Recommend placement with NH so can received dental 3. Recommend behavior work with 4. Consider senior bw given reported age SURGERY: already spayed
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Behavior during intake: Icie had a tense body and was in the back of the carrier during intake. Counselor was able to scan for a microchip and take a picture without any issues.
Basic Information:: Icie is a 12 year old spayed female that has no previous or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner had Icie for 12 years but had to surrender due to medical issues.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers, Icie is shy for a few days. Once she is comfortable, she will approach the person and allow to be petted.
How is this cat around children?: Owner did not have any children in the home but when friends and family members would come to the home with children of different ages, Icie would hide.
How is this cat around other cats?: Owner did not have any other cats in the home so behavior is unknown
How is this cat around dogs?: Owner had a small breed female dog in the home at one point and when Icie was relaxed and respectful around the other animal.
Behavior Notes: Owner has never tried to bathe Icie, brush her coat, trim her nails or disturb her while sleeping so behavior is unknown. When someone tries to pick Icie up and hold her, she will struggle to run away.
Bite history:: Icie does not have a bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
For a New Family to Know: Icie is described as mellow, shy, independent and quiet. She has a medium activity level and likes to play with stuffed animals and catnip toys. Icie was kept indoors only and is litter box trained. In the home, Icie used a hooded litter box with clumping litter. Owner had a scratching post made of smooth wood, cardboard and fabric in the home that Icie would frequently use. Icie would also scratch on the furniture in the home. Owner fed Icie both wet and dry food (store brand).
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few days, but slowly warms up Behavior toward children: Spent time around children and would hide. Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Lived with a small breed dog and was relaxed and respectful. Bite or Scratch history: Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Mellow, shy, independent and quiet with a medium activity level Other notes: She struggles when picked up and will run away. She likes to play with catnip and stuffed animals.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/11/18 Pet became very nervous and started to swat; growled during exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 02/12/18 Lying on top of kuranda bed with a low, tense body, pupils dilated. Makes eye contact when spoken to, face tense. Tolerates petting along head and body with the bear-claw while turning head slowly to watch, tail curling around feet. Needs more time to adjust. 02/13/18 Lying on top of kuranda bed, body tense and head facing towards kennel wall. He makes and maintains eye contact as I open the kennel door and tolerates petting along his head and body while remaining very still and looking around the room. Slowly turns head to watch the treats I place down next to him. Doesn’t eat it – too focused on me at the moment. Needs time to adjust. 02/14/18 Curled up and pressed against the back of the kennel, on top kuranda bed. Her eyes widen as I approach and she tolerates slow, gentle petting on her head and body. Wasn’t interest in treats. Lip licks throughout the interaction. The end of her tail thumps and she turns her head away when she’s done interacting. Kept the interaction short. 02/15/18 Lying on top of kuranda bed, body slightly tense. She lowers her body and tilts her ears as the cage door opens, then shifts forward to eat the treat I place down next to her. I click and reward her each time she comes forward or smells my hand. Not comfortable with being pet yet – leans away from my hand and flattens her ears when I touch her head. Unsure, needs more time to adjust. 02/19/18 Standing in back of kennel, body slightly tense and tail lowered. Vocalizes and steps forward when spoken to. She remains in front of her kennel as I open the cage door and allows petting along her head and body. She looks outside into the room and stands up on her hind-legs to peek at the top of the cage, as it looking for an escape route. Begins to lean in and raise her tail after a few passes along her head and body. Gaining confidence – beginning to show improvement. Aware of environment. Not interested in treats today.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Icie was tense and curled up tight on top her kuranda bed.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Icie turns her head to make eye contact with the assessor, but she doesn’t get up or come forward when coaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Icie remains tense and motionless.
Reaction to touch:: Icie slowly inches away, pressing her body up against the back wall of the kennel. She closes her eyes when touched and tolerates slow, gentle petting on her head and along her body. The end of her tail thumps, her body feels very tense and she looks around the kennel for an exit.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Icie 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 her 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
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Icie tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her 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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