KATHY – A1102295
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Kathy is definitely one cute kitty here at BACC! She was unsure at first, but has blossomed in the past few days. She is inquisitive when new people approach her, and within seconds will be purring up a storm and asking for plenty of petting and attention. She would be happiest in an experienced kitty home that can provide plenty of mental and physical stimulation so she has outlets for her energy and curiosity. If her silly and adorable photo doesn’t seal the deal, we don’t know what will!
BROOKLYN CENTER
KATHY – A1102295
SPAYED FEMALE, BLACK / WHITE, DOMESTIC SH,1 yr
STRAY – STRAY WAIT, NO HOLD Reason STRAY
Intake condition UNSPECIFIE Intake Date 01/26/2017, From NY 11414, DueOut Date 01/29/2017,
Medical Behavior Evaluation ORANGE
Medical Summary 01/26/17 Microchip scan neg. O: BARH. mm=pink, moist, CRT<2 s. Allowed exam, but became increasingly fractious, fled and was hissing/trying to bite. ORAL: All adulte teeth erupted, excellent dental condition. EENT: No oculonasal discharge. H/L: Lungs clear, no murmurs/arrhythmias. ABD/UG: Female, spay scar found. Palpation WNL. MS: Amb x 4, no lameness. BCS=5/9. INTEG: Full, clean haircoat. A: Age est. 1 year. Apparently healthy. P: Excellent prognosis.
Weight 9.2
Medical::
01/26/17:
Microchip scan neg.
O: BARH. mm=pink, moist, CRT<2 s. Allowed exam, but became increasingly fractious, fled and was hissing/trying to bite.
ORAL: All adulte teeth erupted, excellent dental condition.
EENT: No oculonasal discharge.
H/L: Lungs clear, no murmurs/arrhythmias.
ABD/UG: Female, spay scar found. Palpation WNL.
MS: Amb x 4, no lameness. BCS=5/9.
INTEG: Full, clean haircoat.
A: Age est. 1 year. Apparently healthy.
P: Excellent prognosis.
Behavior::
KNOWN HISTORY:
Arrived at the shelter as a stray
EVALUATION:
Cage Condition: No change
Reaction to assessor: Sprawled out on blanket, watches with interest
Reaction when softly spoken to: Continues to watch with interest
Reaction to cage door opening: Perks up and comes right to the front, social and friendly
Reaction to touch: Allowed petting all over, busily moved around her kennel with the attention
Reaction to being picked up: Allowed to be picked up, a little tense
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
Sprawled out one side of kennel, relaxed and resting quietly. Perked up when I opened cage door, chirped and came forward, allowed petting and to be picked up and held. Playful, has a lot of energy. Stayed social and friendly throughout a few minutes of play and attention. Likes a small, catnip-infused plush toy I gave her. Beautiful cat. Removed “use caution” sticker.
01/30/17
Beautiful cat, attention-seeking, social, friendly. Bright and alert, busy, active in cage, playful, high energy. Allowed petting all over and handling, including pick up.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
1/26/17
Allowed exam, but became increasingly fractious, fled and was hissing/trying to bite.
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Lively, Energetic
VOCAL: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: Bold, Social, Playful
RECOMMENDATIONS:
_X_ Experienced cat parent
__ Experienced, adult home only
__ No other cats OR multi-cat home with adopters experienced with introducing new cats
__ Single-pet home
__ Placement with a New Hope partner
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
_X_ Very high energy level
Behavior observations
X__ Experience
Kathy appreciates attention and tolerates petting. She may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. We recommend that this cat go to an experienced home. She is an active young cat who would benefit from increased mental and physical stimulation to appropriately direct her energy. We recommend using fishing pole-type toys as they allow for vigorous and stimulating exercise. Puzzle feeders will also keep Kathy engaged and exercise her brain in addition to her body.
Enrichment::
01/29/17:
Sprawled out one side of kennel, relaxed and resting quietly. Perked up when I opened cage door, chirped and came forward, allowed petting and to be picked up and held. Playful, has a lot of energy. Stayed social and friendly throughout a few minutes of play and attention. Likes a small, cantip-infused plush toy I gave her. Beautiful cat. Removed “use caution” sticker.
01/30/17:
Beautiful cat, attention-seeking, social, friendly. Bright and alert, busy, active in cage, playful, high energy. Allowed petting all over and handling, including pick up.
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