KAL – 17378
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***SAFE 01/12/18 *** KAL was an owner dump – he is a bit upset and needs a furever home asap!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Kal. My animal id is #17378. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 7 months 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 31-Dec-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving.
ZIP Code From: 11367
Kal is at risk for behavior concerns (New Hope Only determination). Kal has been fearful in care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior. Kal does not allow petting or handling and may hiss or swat.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 6.15 lbs
5/01/2018
PE: WNL Exam & surgery performed by Dr.#1167 Feline neuter Anesthesia – ____mL Telazol induction. Sx. – Routine scrotal castration. No sutures placed, incisions left open to drain. Green linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen. 0.42mL Simbadol injectable and 0.32mL Onsior for pain management. Fleas and Tapeworm seen during Sx Prep. Per DVM # 1167 — 0.4cc Prazquantel Inj. given S/Q. – 1 tab.
2/01/2018
2/01/2018
1/01/2018
1/01/2018
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan:negative Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: nervous, attempted flee, does not allowed handling, exam done by using net Sex: male intact Estimated Age: ~6-7 months Subjective: describe how he animal is presenting and any known history Eyes: eyes- clear Ears: mild dirty Oral Exam: nose- clear, no d/c seen, teeth- clean, no ulcer Heart: wnl Lungs: wnl Abdomen: no palpated mass seen, nosf Musculoskeletal: BCS- 5/9, dull hair coat Mentation: barh, no abnormal neuro sign seen Preliminary Assessment: apparently healthy Plan: needs DVM exam
2/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~1yr Microchip noted on Intake? No History : Owner surrender Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Tense, swatting – examined in net Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Not performed H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: OK for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
During intake KAl was very shy. Kal tried to flee and allowed minimal handling.
Basic Information:: Kal is a 7 month old black and white male DSH. Kal is being surrender along with other house mates because of a residential move.
How is this cat around strangers?: Around Strangers Kal is shy and will hide.
How is this cat around children?: Kal has been around a child the age of 2 and is relaxed around them. Cal allows to be pet by the child.
How is this cat around other cats?: Kal has lived with many other cats and is relaxed and affectionate with them. Kal plays gently with the other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Kal has not lived with dogs.
Behavior Notes: Kal isnt bothered when getting bathes or being picked up and held. kal also isnt bothered when being placed in a carrier. In car rides Kal will meow.
Bite history:: No known bite history.
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: kal was described as calm and shy. Kal enjoys playing with balls and mouse toys. Kal is litter box trained. Kal eats both wet and dry food mixed together. Kal has a scratching post made of carpet and doesnt scratch on anything else in the house. when home with Kal he likes to sit on the owners lap or shoulders. When its time for bed Kal sometimes likes to sleep in the bed.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults and 1 child (2yrs old) Behavior toward strangers: Shy and hides around strangers Behavior toward children: Relaxed Behavior toward cats: Relaxed and affectionate Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes. Energy level/descriptors: Shy, calm Other notes: He doesn’t mind being picked/held or placed in a carrier. He enjoys playing with balls and mouse toys
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Tense, swatting
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Kal was hunched over in the back of the kennel and stress meowing when the assessor comes forward.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Kal pupil’s dilate and he slowly inches away to the other side of the double kennel.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Kal hisses and arches his back.
Reaction to touch:: Kal’s ears bend flat, he hisses and swats when approached by the assessor. He currently doesn’t allows any handling and tries to escape the kennel.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Kal has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. 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: : New hope only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Kal is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and may require further investigation before placement in a home. He has tried to swat, is extremely fearful in the shelter environment and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.
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