LILY – 11208
Safe - 11-25-2017 Brooklyn Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
**SAFE 11/25/17** Scared senior LILY needs someone to believe in her! She’s 9 years old and was abandoned by her former family because they felt she was aggressive. The shelter experience has done nothing to encourage her inner happy camper, so she needs a HOME and possibly some life coaching. Message [email protected] to step up for LILY tonight!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Lily . My animal id is #11208. I am a desexed female white cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 9 years 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 30-Oct-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour – aggressive towards people.
Lily is at risk for behavior challenges (New Hope Only determination). She doesn’t seem to mind being around people and will occasionally solicit attention when coaxed, but she quickly becomes uncomfortable when petting is attempted and will display distance-increasing behavior. She doesn’t seem to mind attention if using an object to pet her and will allow gentle petting when transitioning to a human hand, however she appears to get quickly overstimulated when a person is petting her.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 9.6 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam: 1431 Estimated age: 9 years Microchip noted on Intake? yes History : surrender Subjective: BAR, hydrated Observed Behavior – frightened, hissing/swatting, given 0.1 ml telazol im for exam and treatments. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective P =120 R =wnl BCS:5/9 EENT: clear OU/AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: negative oral exam PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female spayed, no mgts or dc. MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, good hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: in apparent good health Prognosis: good Plan: given 0.1 ml telazol im for exam and treatments (5pm) continue to monitor at ACC SURGERY: already altered
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Due to Lily’s reported behavior, no handling was done.
Date of Intake: 10/30/2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Lily is a 9 year old, DSH female. She was spayed prior to coming into the shelter and has no known health issues or injuries. She last saw a vet February of 2016. Lily was adopted in 2009 and returned due to her scratching guests and family members. The family had tried to modify her behavior but were unable to do so, and feel she can no longer be in their home.
Previously lived with:: Owners in home
How is this cat around strangers?: Lily shows aggressive behaviros towards strangers. She will keep her distance until they start walking around the home, and when they pass her she will lunge and scratch them. At times she will latch on and leave puncture marks.
How is this cat around children?: Lily is aggressive towards children and scratches them when they get too close to her.
How is this cat around other cats?: Lily has not lived with other cats
How is this cat around dogs?: Lily has not lived with or spent time with dogs
Behavior Notes: Lily’s owners have never bathed her and they only once groomed and trimmed her nails. She would scratch and bite them if they tried to restrain or hold her, so they have not attempted since then. She will struggle if they try to pick her up or old her, and she struggles to be put in a carrier.
Bite history:: Lily has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
For a New Family to Know: Lily is described as being unapproachable and independent. She does not seek attention and she stays in her favorite spot most of the day. She does like to play with most cat toys, and has been an indoor cat. She sleeps wherever she wants and eats both wet and dry food. She is litter box trained using an uncovered box with clumping litter. She uses a scratching post made of rope and cardboard.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward strangers: Displays distance increasing behaviors when approached Behavior toward children: Displays distance increasing behaviors when approached Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: She scratches and bites when approached. Litter box training: None Energy level/descriptors: Unapproachable and independent Other notes: She struggles when attempting to pick her up or place her in a carrier
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Frightened, hissing/swatting
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 10/31/17 Crouched in back of kennel, ears tilted and eyes alert. She comes forward to smell the bear-claw, then backs away when it touches her head. She tolerates one more touch before the swatting the bear-claw in quick, multiple successions. Swats the glove off the bear-claw. Unsure – needs more time to adjust. 11/02/17 Standing towards front of kennel, body soft and ears forward. Makes eye contact and leans against the kuranda bed. Rolls over onto her side and head-butts kennel wall as I continue to speak with her. I open the kennel door and she stands up, back arched and tail high as she kneads the kennel floor. I reach towards her with the assessor hand and she swats at it multiple times in quick succession. Doesn’t let up until I pull the hand away. Very uncomfortable with touch at this time. May be showing symptoms of petting induced aggression. Needs time to adjust. 11/04/17 Moved into room 8 and was given 2 cage covers. She was soliciting attention and rubbing up against the cage furnishings. Tail quivers. She pauses when approached and watches my hand. Hyper focused, quickly swats and bites whenever I get close to her. Displaying conflicted behaviors. Doesn’t allow any contact at this time. **Update** I tried talking softly with her and going very slowly. Food motivated- loves tuna. She allows me to approach her when I offer her tuna. Sniffs my hand then lip licks. Starts eating as soon as I place it down. Tried clicker training her- rewarded when she displayed any positive behaviors. 11/06/17 Crouched in front of kennel, body tense and ears forward. Makes eye contact when spoken to. She eats the treat I place down in front of her so I click and reward her each time she approaches the front while remaining calm. This part goes well until I introduce the bear-claw. She backs away from it, begins to whine and stress meow. I lay it down in front of her for a few moments and she stares at it with a tense body and tilted ears. She then gives the claw hard, multiple swats as I’m pulling it out of the cage. Not yet ready for touch or petting. Needs more time to adjust. 11/09/17 Crouched in back of kennel, body tense and eyes alert. Ears are forward. She rolls over and head-butts her litter box when spoken to. Continues to roll and solicit attention, eyes and body soft, until kennel door is open. Focuses gaze on bear-claw as it reaches forward, then swats at it multiple times in swift successions. Retreats to back of kennel. Uncomfortable with touch at this time.
Reaction when softly spoken to::
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Energetic
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Pet-induced aggression,Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Initially Lily solicits attention, but when aproached she begins to hiss, swat and bite at the assessor. This may be a sign of petting-induced aggression, where repeated physical contact results in discomfort for the cat, or it may be a sign of overstimulation. As a result of this observed behavior we recommend adopters who are familiar with signs of behavioral arousal and agitation in cats, so that interactions can be ended before Lily becomes reactive. Treats should be used to reward appropriate responses to physical attention. Lily 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 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: : New hope only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Lily’s behavior remains consistent throughout her stay in the care center. She’s relaxed, rolls around and solicits attention when the cage door is closed but immediately becomes upset and displays distance increasing behaviors when approached. She has tried to swat, is extremely fearful in the shelter environment and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. She may have a known history of behavioral issues that need to be addressed. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.
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