KISHMISH – 11743
Safe - 11-10-2017 Manhattan
*** SAFE 11/10/17 *** Gorgeous Handsome Blue Eyed Boy Kishmish is ready to mesmerize you with his looks @MACC. 4 year old Kishmish was surrendered by his owner – he is very upset and needs a new home asap!!
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Kishmish. My animal id is #11743. I am a desexed male white cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 04-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person health – allergies.
Kishmish is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult-only determination). She appears overwhelmed and stressed in care center. Her previous owner reports she is wary around strangers, but is curious of them. She tolerates petting, but seems wary of her surroundings and will hiss randomly. We recommend she goes to an Adult Only home that will allow Kishmish time to acclimate to her new surroundings. There are no known medical concerns for Kishmish at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 11.38 lbs
[DVM Intake]1444 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: reported as 4y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : owner surrender Subjective: bar/aggressive Observed Behavior – unable to complete full examination Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 170-180 R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean (not fully assessed), no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: mn (?) MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: na Assessment: approx. 4 yr mn (?) dsh aggressive, but apparently healthy Prognosis: excellent Plan: needs sedation for more complete exam and combo and to confirm neutered SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Upon intake, Kishmish was hissing and growling with eyes dilated. Kishmish had to be toweled to be collared. Kishmish’s picture was taken from inside the carrier because he kept bolting into the carrier.
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Kishmish is a 4 year old domestic short hair that the owner rescued from the street when Kishmish was 2 weeks old. Kishmish’s last vet visit was earlier this week to get routine vaccines. Kishmish does not have any health problems that the owner is aware of.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults and 1 newborn
How is this cat around strangers?: Kishmish is very curious and wary around strangers.
How is this cat around children?: Kismish is usually tolerant of children, usually ignoring them.
How is this cat around other cats?: Kishmish has previously lived with a female cat and he was always relaxed and respectful of her.
How is this cat around dogs?: Kishmish has never really interacted with dogs.
Behavior Notes: Kishmish does not have litter box accidents except when he goes outside and eats the grass, he tends to have some diarrhea around the house after that. Kishmish is afraid and hisses when he is bathed. The owner has never trimmed Kishmish’s nails. Kishmish swats when he is brushed. Kishmish is not bothered when he is picked up and held and walks willingly into a carrier. The owner has never disturbed Kishmish while he was sleeping.
Bite history:: Kishmish has never bitten or scratched another animal or a person.
Energy level/descriptors:: high
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Kishmish is described as extremely playful. The owner’s favorite thing about Kishmish is how much of a sassy personality he has. Kishmish’s favorite thing to do is play with the laser pointer. When the owner is home, Kishmish follows him around. Kishmish likes to play with wand toys and laser pointers. Kishmish has been kept mostly indoors but the owner does occasionally let him out. Kishmish sleeps on the shoe reack. Kishmish will only eat Fancy Feast for gravy lovers and he is fed 2 cans a day. Kishmish’s favorite treats are Greenies. Kishmish uses a covered litter box with clumping litter. Kishmish likes to scratch on fabric material.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 adults and 1 newborn Behavior toward strangers: Kishmish is very curious and wary around strangers. Behavior toward children: Kismish is usually tolerant of children, usually ignoring them. Behavior toward cats: Kishmish has previously lived with a female cat and he was always relaxed and respectful of her. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: high Other notes: Kishmish is described as extremely playful.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior – unable to complete full examination
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/5/17 In den on approach. Started deep growling loudly when spoken to. Started hissing and growling louder when door opened. Stuck head out to eat offered treats after door closed, collar stuck over one ear. Sprayed thunderease. 11/6/17 In den on approach, came out quickly when offered treats. Collar back in place, eyes a little dilated, seemed wary. Arched into body pets, started hissing and grumbling when pet on head. Came to the front when done with treats, started eating wet food, still grumbling. Hissed again whenever cage cover lifted. Sprayed thunderease.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Kishmish remains neutral, lying down on his cage bedding by the front of the cage.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Kishmish began to seek attention with eyes wide open.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Kishmish he began to slowly increase distance while focusing on his surroundings and growling.
Reaction to touch:: Kishmish stress meows and stands with tail up while leaning into the assessor’s hand, but remains cautious with his surroundings and randomly hisses.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE: : Curious,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Kishmish tolerates attention and petting but may be stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home who understands this cat may need time to warm up to his new home and family at his own pace.
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