LOGAN – 18153
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*** SAFE 01/26/18 *** Logan was brought to MACC because the owner has too many pets and they are moving. He lived with another cat and kittens and was noted to be gentle.
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Logan. My animal id is #18153. I am a male black cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 12-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as not a fit – too many animals already.
Original Location: 10467
Logan is at risk for behavior reasons. Logan is shy and tends to hide, but does tolerate petting. His behavior has been deteriorating in the shelter and he now growls when approached and will hiss when petting is attempted. Medically, Logan has a heart murmur which precludes him from surgery, but he otherwise presents as a healthy cat.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 7.25 lbs
13/01/2018
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020019259833 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allows all handling but somewhat tense and nervous Sex: intact male Estimated Age: reported ~1y Subjective: seemingly healthy animal Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: minimal to no staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy animal Plan: DVM intake
13/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1yr Microchip noted on Intake? N Microchip Number (If Applicable): History: owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – timid but compliant for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – N Evidence of Trauma seen – N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Grade 1/4 dental dz PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, II/VI systolic murmur, CRT < 2, lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Intact male- both testes symmetrical and in scrotum MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Externally WNL Assessment: II/VI systolic murmur Prognosis: good Plan: ok for placement. Rec echo to characterize murmur. SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to heart murmur.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Logan was very loose bodied and was purring while we were handling him. He was giving me headbutts and would put his paws on me and kneed. When i picked him up he began to purr very loudly and turned over to snuggle into my arms.
Date of Intake: 1/12/2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Logan is a male black and white domestic short hair cat that is estimated to be 3 years old. His Previous owner got him as a gift from a friend and kept him for the last 3 years until.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 5 Kittens
How is this cat around strangers?: Logan is shy around strangers and will run and hide until he feels comfortable around them.
How is this cat around children?: Logan was not around children in his previous home.
How is this cat around other cats?: Logan lived with 5 Kittens and was very gentle and relaxed around them he wouldn’t really play with them but would lay around them.
How is this cat around dogs?: Logan was not around other dogs in his previous home.
Behavior Notes: Logan tends to hide in fear when he hears a loud noise or if someone approaches him to quickly. He does not enjoy baths or being put into carriers. He does like to be brushed for long periods of time and being held and walked around the house if hes in an affectionate mood.
Bite history:: Logan has no history of having bitten another person or animal.
Energy level/descriptors:: Low Energy, Independent, Quiet
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Logan is an Independent cat that enjoys lying around and prefers to left alone most of the day. He doesn’t like to play with cat toys and prefers to be indoors. He is used to eating dry food. Logan is very Litter box trained and prefers a covered litter box. He also enjoys using a scratching post especially if its made of fabric.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previous lived with: 2 Adults, 5 Kittens Behavior toward strangers: Logan is shy around strangers and will run and hide until he feels comfortable around them. Behavior toward children: Behavior toward cats: Logan lived with 5 Kittens and was very gentle and relaxed around them he wouldn’t really play with them but would lay around them. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: Low Energy, Independent, Quiet Other notes: Logan is an independent cat that enjoys lying around and prefers to be left alone for most of the day.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 1/13 Observed Behavior – timid but compliant for exam
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Logan remains tense, crouched position at the back of the cage cubby.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Logan becomes alert with eyes dilated.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Logan remains stiff in place, eyes wandering with ears erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:: Logan slowly sniffs the assessor’s hand then lip licks while accepting the touch. He seems uncomfortable, but after a few stroke he slow blinks and places head down while appreciating chin rubs.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Logan may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. ** Update 1/23/18 ** Logan appears to be deteriorating in our adoption room. Initially tolerating all petting and was just a little unsure and nervous, however now he displays distance increasing behavior upon approach. He growls when cage door opens and hisses when petting is attempted. Due to his stress levels in the care center we recommend quick placement into a calm home environment is in his best interest. 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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