LEAH – 9337
Safe - 10-19-2017 Manhattan Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
***SAFE 10/19/17*** AFFECTIONATE WITH KIDS – LOVELY LEAH NEEDS A RESCUE ANGEL TONIGHT!! Super sweet 14 year old LEAH was brought in by her owner for signs of urinary issues. Why didn’t he take her to the vet? Leah needs medical eval for kidney disease since one kidney is enlarged. She also has other medical issues going on and needs to see a competent vet. Can someone give this girl a retirement home too?
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Leah. My animal id is #9337. I am a desexed female gray tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 14 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 10-Oct-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal health – uti.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 5.6 lbs
suspect right kidney enlarged, flutd signs
scan negative geriatric spayed female age as per owner 14 yrs heavy tartar cloudy eyes dehydrared -gave 100 cc fluid sq underwt clean coat tense and nervous NOSF
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:14y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : surrendered for urinary signs Subjective: Observed Behavior -allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =220 R =wnl BCS 2/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: heavy tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: , suspect right kidney very enlarged U/G: spayed MSI: sarcopenia Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dry hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: suspect kidney dz Prognosis:guarded Plan:radiographs
Pt appeared dehydrated and emaciated in Adoptions so pt was brought down to Medical and CBC/chemistry was requested. DVM intake suggests a kidney mass. Abd rads available for review – gas in SI and colon, difficult to visualize kidneys. Technician had difficulty drawing blood due to pt’s dehydration and small veins. Gave 200 ml SQF and let pt rest for an hour. Retried – collected enough for chemistry but not CBC. Severely decreased Ca, severely elevated K! S: Alert, withdrawn, allows handling but started growling (after many attempts to draw blood). O: QAR, estimated 5-8% dehydrated, BCS 1-2/9, pale MMs EENT: Clean eyes, nose, scant brown discharge AU. Moderate tartar/tooth staining. H/L: NSR, NMA. Eupnic, quiet lung sounds. Abd: Soft, nonpainful. Large soft mass in the region of the left kidney but irregularly shaped – significantly softer than kidneys usually feel on palpation, possibly cystic. M/S/I: Muscle wasting and emaciation. Amb x4, no skin lesions noted. PLNs: Not enlarged Neuro: Alert and appropriate Rectal: Normal externally Place IVC overnight, start LRS at 15 ml/hr. Perform repeat abd rads, CBC and UA tomorrow. 1088
Severe hypocalcemia, severe hyperkalemia, suspected cranial abdominal mass; placed on IVF @ 15 ml/hr last night, unable to get CBC due to severe dehydration S/O -light brown, liquid diarrhea in box -moderate appetite -QAR, interactive and allows gentle petting but starts swatting with additional handling -mm pale pk, tacky; CRT >2 sec -OU: open and clear, geriatric changes -appears eupnic -does not allow further handling at this time A Anemia-suspected but not confirmed Hypocalcemia Hyperkalemia Suspected cranial abd mass Diarrhea Emaciated/dehydrated P Continue IVF at 15 ml/hr through day then decrease to 10 ml/hr overnight Cerenia 0.3 ml IV SID Metronidazole 50 mg/ml: 1 ml PO SID x 10 days Will sedate later today with torb IV for repeat rads, CBC and abominal palpation prognosis: poor, concern for diffuse neoplasia
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, Leah was hesitant to come out of her carrier. With some wet food she slowly came out. When collaring, she pulled back but did allow to be collared. Leah allowed all handling but lightly growled.
Is this cat having litter box issues?: Yes
Basic Information:: Leah is a 14 year old domestic short haired cat that may possible have a urinary tract infection. Leah was taken to the Animal Medical Center in September.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Leah is no longer using the litter box. She will instead go on any carpeted area in the house.
Previously lived with:: Leah previously lived with two adults and two children.
How is this cat around strangers?: Leah is shy around strangers and would hide under couch until they left.
How is this cat around children?: Leah has lived with two 4 year old girls who she was relaxed and affectionate with.
How is this cat around other cats?: Leah was once around 5 week old kittens but she kept her distance and did not try interacting.
How is this cat around dogs?: Leah has never interacted with dogs and the client is unaware of how she would react.
Behavior Notes: When riding in a car, Leah is quiet but will hide under her blanket in her carrier. Leah has been having daily litter box problems for the last 3 weeks. Leah is not bothered when client used a baby wipe or dry shampoo to clean her coat. Leah enjoyed having her coat brushed but pulled away when client attempted to trim nails. Leah is not bothered when being put into a carrier or when being picked up.
Bite history:: No known bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: Leah has a low activity level.
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Leah was taken to a veterinarian within the last month and is suspected to have a UTI.
For a New Family to Know: Leah is a friendly, affectionate, mellow, shy and quiet cat. Leah is a diva and can sense her surroundings. Leah’s favorite spot is under the bed or couch. She is an indoor cat only and loves catnip toys. Leah is litter box trained and uses a hooded litter box with clumping litter. Leah eats both Fancy Feast wet and dry food.Leah also likes scratching posts made from emery.
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