LUCIAN – 20813
Safe - 2-21-2018 Brooklyn
***SAFE 02/21/18***MAKE YOUNG SWEETHEART LUCIAN LUCKY BY OFFERING TO FOSTER OR ADOPT!!! One year old, Lucian currently has a URI and is missing some of his front teeth (which is most likely why his tongue is poking out! He is a bit nervous but allowed handling during examination. Please consider fostering or adopting LUCIAN. He’s a good boy and would be a purrfect pal to some lucky purrson. BE HIS SPECIAL PURRSON BY OFFERING TEMPORARY OR PURRMANENT SAFE HAVEN. MUST BE RESERVED BY NOON TOMORROW.
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Lucian. My animal id is #20813. I am a male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 15-Feb-2018.
Original Location: 11385
Lucian is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other cats. Lucian is suitable for a Experienced home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 4.7 lbs
16/02/2018
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Upper Respiratory Illness] Your newly adopted animal is in treatment for an upper respiratory illness. The veterinarian is temporarily waiving this animal from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY until such time as the illness has resolved and the pet has sufficiently recovered. At that time, this animal must come into compliance with the spay/neuter requirements.
16/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1yr Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable):n History :stray Subjective:bar Observed Behavior – initially in net due to attempts to flee, tense, but allowed all aspects of handling Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 180 R = wnl BCS 4 1/2-5/9 EENT: ocular d/c and conjunctivitis os>>of, nasal crusting and congestion w/ mild serous to mucoid d/c Oral Exam: mod gingivitis and missing central incisors PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: mi x 2 MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:ne Assessment: 1 yr mi x 2 dsh ear mites uri w/ conjunctivitis – r/o underlying viral vs other gingivitis Prognosis: excellent may eventually need anesthetic dental care Plan: ivermectin terramycin start w/ nebulization w/ gentocin recheck in 3 days – +/- add oral meds iso SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to
18/02/2018
Progress exam History :stray intake 2/16. Started on terramycin, nebulization, and given ivermectin. Subjective: QAR. Food untouched. Congested with nasal and ocular d/c. No csvd. Objective EENT: serous ocular d/c and conjunctivitis, congestion w/ mild serous nasal d/c H/L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE, congested MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: URI with conjunctivitis Gingivitis Ear mites on intake Prognosis: Good Plan: Iso Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x10d until 2/28 (first dose given) Continue terramycin until 2/22 Continue nebulization until 2/22 Recheck day 7 Iso Recheck appetite tomorrow-offer variety of food today
19/02/2018
Progress exam History :stray intake 2/16. Started on terramycin, nebulization, and given ivermectin. 2/18-started on on doxycycline Subjective: BAR. Congested with ocular and nasal d/c. Tongue sticking out likely from missing central incisors (noted on intake). Has eaten several types of variety food offered. Objective EENT: serous ocular d/c and conjunctivitis, congestion w/ mild serous nasal d/c ORAL: tongue sticking out front of mouth H/L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE, congested MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: URI with conjunctivitis Gingivitis Ear mites on intake Missing central incisors Prognosis: Good Plan: Iso Continue doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID until 2/28 Continue terramycin until 2/22 Continue nebulization until 2/22 Recheck day 7
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lucian was brought in without information on their behavior history in their previous home. His finder reports he displayed fearful behavior and was trying to flee from capture.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/16/18 Observed Behavior – initially in net due to attempts to flee, tense, but allowed all aspects of handling
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 02/16/18 Hiding behind his litter box in the back of the kennel. His eyes widen, starts breathing rapidly when I opened the cage door. Eyes dart around looking for an exit. He tolerates brief petting with the bear-claw. Seems very uncomfortable and quickly rushes forward trying to escape the kennel. Needs more time to adjust. 02/17/18 Hiding underneath the kuranda bed. Seems very uncomfortable and is extremely wary of his surroundings. He presses his body up against the back wall and tries to avoid eye contact. I offered treats and talked softly to her for a few minutes to calm her down. After a few minutes she shifts her weight and crouched behind the leg of the kuranda bed. He slow blinks when touched and eventually leans in, allowing rubs on his cheeks. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Lucian was lying down by the back of his kennel, flat, with his tail wrapped around his body.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Lucian makes eye contact, and then looks away.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Lucian remains motionless and continues to avoid eye contact.
Reaction to touch:: Lucian tolerates gentle petting with a slow approach, but remains very still and immobile. He eyes darts around, looking at his surroundings.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Lucian has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and appears uncomfortable with extended handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide him 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: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Lucian tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter. He 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.
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