MALACHI – 17285
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*** SAFE 01/09/18 *** **DIABETIC** 10 year old MALACHI’s owner surrendered him to the shelter because he could no longer afford to care for him. Malachi has diabetes, some issues relating to the diabetes, a heart murmur and needs some dental care. Malachi is a friendly docile boy and would love to have a new home where he can get the care he needs!!
Manhattan Center
**DIABETIC**
Hello, my name is Malachi. My animal id is #17285. I am a desexed male black cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 30-Dec-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- cannot afford to care for.
ZIP Code From: 10457
Malachi is at risk for medical reasons. Malachi is diabetic, and also has a heart murmur and dental disease. There is evidence of carpal/tarsal laxity, which may be related to the diabetes. We have not done a formal behavior assessment for Malachi, but he has given us no cause for concern about his behavior during his time at the shelter.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 13.3125 lbs
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: positive 0A10732540 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: allows all handling, friendly and sweet Sex: neutered male Estimated Age: reported 10y Subjective: hx of diabetes mellitus dx at private DVM (came with meds), plantigrade stance, potbellied appearance but soft abdomen, overweight, pu/pd noted, older cat Eyes: clear Ears: slightly waxy, easily cleaned Oral Exam: moderate staining, some wear Heart: abnormal heart sounds Lungs: WNL Abdomen: soft but pendulous Musculoskeletal: overweight 6.5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: older cat with diabetes mellitus Plan: DVM intake
Blood obtained for CBC/chem. Nosorb placed in kennel for UA
Urinalysis: BLD/HGB 3+ BIL 1+ UBG Normal KET Neg GLU 3+ PRO Trace LEU 3+ PH 6
Malachi was scheduled for an am tx of Lantus Insulin U100. Gave 2 units SQ
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:reported to be 10 years, age consistent with exam Microchip noted on Intake? Microchip Number (If Applicable): History :owner surrender as owner can no longer afford care for malachi’s chronic issues including diabetes mellitus and FLUTD (obstructed previously); currently on S/O diet and lantus (5 U SQ BID) Subjective:BAR Observed Behavior -friendly, docile; good appetite, noted to be pu/pd Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective BCS 6/9 EENT: OU-geriatric changes to lens/iris; AU-clear, no nasal discharge or sneezing Oral Exam:mm pk, sl tacky; CRT <2 sec; moderate tartar/staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: grade III heart murmur, eupnic, normal lung sounds ABD: soft, nonpainful, sl doughy; no palpable abnormalities U/G: male neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4 with carpal hyperextension and plantigrade stance; healthy hair coat, mild muscle wasting along spine CNS: Mentation appropriate; plantigrade stance in hind limbs, carpal laxity/hyperextension Rectal:grossly normal Assessment 1.Diabetes mellitus 2. Heart murmur 3. Dental disease 4. Carpal/tarsal laxity, r/o diabetic neuropathy vs other Prognosis:fair Plan: -CBC/chem/T4, urinalysis -continue urinary diet long term, currently have Purina struvite diet -glargine 2 U BID, recommend BG curve in 10-14 days SURGERY:n/a
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
During intake, Malachi was friendly, affectionate and mellow. His eyes were slightly dilated. His ears were perked. He was quiet the whole time during intake and when he was photographed and collared. During intake, he allowed himself to be handled, picked up, carried around, collared and put into the kennel. However, during transport, he was growling/hissing, when trying to transfer him from the kennel to the carrier during transport.
Basic Information:: Malachi is a 10-year, Black/White, Male cat. His previous owner could no longer afford to provide care for him. He was then surrender to ACC NYC by his previous owner’s brother.
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers, Malachi is friendly/outgoing. He will approach strange people and animals in a curious manner, smell them and rub himself on them.
How is this cat around children?: Around children, Malachi is relaxed, affectionate, respectful and usually tolerant. In his previous home, he lived with a 12-year-old boy, and had lived with him since the boy was 2-years-old. He plays with children in a gently and sometimes exuberant manner.
How is this cat around other cats?: Around other cats, Malachi is relaxed, respectful and very tolerant. In his previous home, he lived with 3 other adult cats. He does not play with other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Around dogs, Malachi is relaxed/affectionate, respectful, and very tolerant. In his previous him, he lived with 1 adult senior dog that was at least 10 years old.
Behavior Notes: Malachi will not try to escape from home, but will try to escape from a carrier/kennel, if given the chance and no one is supervising him. He has the tendency to scratch carpets/rugs. In a car, he can either be asleep/relaxed, or he can be afraid/meowing/crying. If someone were to give him a bath/trim his nails, he would react by not being bothered by it. If someone were to brush his coat/pick him up/hold him, he would react by enjoying it and not being bothered by it. If someone were to put him in the carrier, he would react by not being bothered by it. If someone were to disturb him while he was sleeping/resting, he would react by not being bothered by it and enjoying it; because he would think that someone is going to give him love and attention.
Bite history:: Malachi has never bitten anyone, before. Neither has he bitten another animal, before, either.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium Energy-level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Malachi has diabetes. The last time the veterinarian examined him was a couple of weeks ago.
For a New Family to Know: Malachi can be described as friendly, affectionate, playful, mellow, confident, assertive, and independent, as he can be by himself in the home for long periods of time (for many hours). He is assertive in that he will not allow himself to be dominated by other cats during playtime. Some favorite/unique things about him are that he likes to greet strangers and comfort his humans during anxiety/panic attacks. His favorite activities are playing with toys and socializing with other animals. He has also lived with a hedgehog, a turtle, ferrets and domesticated small birds. When home, he will follow you around, sit on you, and be in the same room. He likes balls, strings, wand toys, stuffed toys, laser pointers, and chasing toys. He has been kept only indoors. He will typically sleep in a bedroom that is unoccupied. He eats dry food of the brands Royal Cann Unnory, Veterinary Diet Glycobolic Index Dry/Wet food. He is litter box and house trained. He uses an uncovered or hooded litter boxes. He uses Freshstep crystals for litter. He scratches on both furniture/drapes (carpets/rugs) and scratching posts that are made out of the material carpet or fabric.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults, 12 year old Behavior toward strangers: Around strangers, Malachi is friendly/outgoing. He will approach strange people and animals in a curious manner, smell them and rub himself on them. Behavior toward children: Around children, Malachi is relaxed, affectionate, respectful and usually tolerant. In his previous home, he lived with a 12-year-old boy, and had lived with him since the boy was 2-years-old. He plays with children in a gently and sometimes exuberant manner. Behavior toward cats: Around other cats, Malachi is relaxed, respectful and very tolerant. In his previous home, he lived with 3 other adult cats. He does not play with other cats. Behavior toward dogs: Around dogs, Malachi is relaxed/affectionate, respectful, and very tolerant. In his previous him, he lived with 1 adult senior dog that was at least 10 years old. Bite or Scratch history: Malachi has never bitten a human or other animal. Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Low Other notes: Lived with other small mammals, turtles, and birds
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior: allows all handling, friendly and sweet
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: Resting on bedding, soft eyes and body. Lay in place when door opened. Head-butted, leaned and arched into pets, purred, started to roll over.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Malachi is resting in the middle of the cage, looks at the assessor with soft eyes and body.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Malachi continues to look at the assessor.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Malachi stands and comes to the front.
Reaction to touch:: Malachi leans and arches into the stroke and begins to purr.
Reaction to being picked up:: Malachi puts his paws over the assessor’s shoulders and sits calmly.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Calm,Sweet,Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: None
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Beginner
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Malachi interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat can go to a beginner home.
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