LUCKY – 11779
Safe - 11-21-2017 Manhattan Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 11/21/17 *** WATCH THE VIDEO! Beginner boy LUCKY is a senior who prefers the company of humans over animals @ MACC. LUCKY needs some good luck after his owner left him at the shelter. He is 10 yrs old and has flea bite dermatitis. Lucky is already neutered and would love to have a furever home this time.
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Lucky. My animal id is #11779. I am a desexed male gray tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 04-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as poor choice – too many animals already.
Lucky is at risk for medical concerns. He is an older gentleman whom we suspect is suffering renal failure. He is lethargic in the shelter and disinterested in food. We have no behavioural concerns around Lucky and he has been assessed as suitable for beginner cat homes.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 7.25 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:10y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: aging changes to lenses, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: moderate tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, fleas seen yesterday. alopecia on dorsum consistent with FAD CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: FAD, fleas Prognosis:good Plan:no treatment beyond intake flea treatment
S/O -no appetite today -QAR, docile, intermittently resists restraint but overall allows handling -mm pk, tacky; CRT <2 sec -no nasal discharge or sneezing -OU: mild mucoserous discharge at medical canthus, age related changes; difficult to evaluate but appears visual -eupnic, no murmurs or arrhythmias -soft, slightly doughy abdomen A Moderate azotemia-suspect CKD with secondary dehydration; r/o ARF (pyelonephritis vs other) P 150 ml SQF SID x 4 days convenia 0.34 ml SQ cerenia 0.3 ml SQ SID x 4 days mirtazapine 1/4 tab PO once recheck renal values in 3 days monitor appetite, overall health
Blood work available for review CBC-WNL Chemistry-mild to moderately elevated creatinine (3.6), all other values WNL
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020025109414 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allows handling, calm Sex: neutered male Estimated Age: reported 3y but appears to be 8y+ Subjective: possible flea bite dermatitis (flea dirt, alopecia with flea bites and secondary scratches) and some “acne” on chin Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: moderate staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: older cat, fleas Plan: DVM intake
gave 0.3mL Cerenia SQ per 1382
CBC/CHEM/T4, DVM advised. Results scanned into Vet Documents.
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:10y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: aging changes to lenses, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: moderate tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, fleas seen yesterday. alopecia on dorsum consistent with FAD CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: FAD, fleas Prognosis:good Plan:no treatment beyond intake flea treatment
S/O -no appetite today -QAR, docile, intermittently resists restraint but overall allows handling -mm pk, tacky; CRT <2 sec -no nasal discharge or sneezing -OU: mild mucoserous discharge at medical canthus, age related changes; difficult to evaluate but appears visual -eupnic, no murmurs or arrhythmias -soft, slightly doughy abdomen A Moderate azotemia-suspect CKD with secondary dehydration; r/o ARF (pyelonephritis vs other) P 150 ml SQF SID x 4 days convenia 0.34 ml SQ cerenia 0.3 ml SQ SID x 4 days mirtazapine 1/4 tab PO once recheck renal values in 3 days monitor appetite, overall health
Blood work available for review CBC-WNL Chemistry-mild to moderately elevated creatinine (3.6), all other values WNL
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Lucky was softly meowing and head butting. Lucky had dilated eyes but allowed all handling.
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Lucky is a neutered domestic short hair that the owner got from a friend a year ago. The owner is surrendering because he has too many pets at home already. The owner has never taken Lucky to the vet.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult
How is this cat around strangers?: Lucky is described as aggressive around strangers, hissing when they approach him.
How is this cat around children?: Lucky has never been around children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Lucky hisses and keeps his distance around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Lucky hisses and keeps his distance around dogs.
Behavior Notes: During car rides, Lucky is quiet.The owner has never given Lucky a bath, trimmed his nails, brushed him, picked him up and held him, or disturbed him while he was sleeping. Lucky struggles and hisses when he is put into a carrier.
Bite history:: Lucky has never bitten or scratched another animal or a person.
Energy level/descriptors:: low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Lucky is described as independent. The owner’s favorite thing about Lucky is that he is attentive to this environment. Lucky’s favorite thing to do is relax. When the owner is home, Lucky rarely seeks attention. Lucky does not play with toys. Lucky has been kept indoors only. Lucky sleeps on furniture. Lucky is fed Fancy Feast wet food, 2-3 cans a day. Lucky uses a covered litter box with clumping litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Upon intake, Lucky was softly meowing and head butting. Lucky had dilated eyes but allowed all handling. Lived Indoors Previously lived with: an adult Behavior toward strangers: Lucky is described as aggressive around strangers, hissing when they approach him. Behavior toward cats: Lucky hisses and keeps his distance around other cats. Behavior toward dogs: Lucky hisses and keeps his distance around dogs. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: Low Other notes: Lucky is described as independent.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: Seems a little rundown, litter stuck to nose. Lay in place when door opened, leaned hard into pets, purred, started to roll over.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Lucky immediately comes soliciting at the front of the cage.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Lucky remains soft in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Lucky remains standing at the front of the cage, relaxed body posture, soliciting attention.
Reaction to touch:: Lucky head-butts the assessor’s hand and appreciates petting on the head and body.
Reaction to being picked up:: Allows the pickup and remains calm.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Calm,Sweet
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Beginner
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Lucky interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat can go to a beginner home.
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