MISHI – 12449
Safe - 11-21-2017 Brooklyn Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 11/21/17 *** Mishi is a neutered male who was trapped at the park and brought into the ACC. He tested positive for FIV.
Brooklyn Center
FIV POSITIVE
Hello, my name is Mishi. My animal id is #12449. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 13-Nov-2017.
Mishi 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.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.74 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam: 1431 Estimated age: 8 years Microchip noted on Intake? no History : stray Subjective: BAR, hydrated Observed Behavior – Hissing, lunging, needed telazol sedation for exam and treatment. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective P =120 R = wnl BCS: 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: worn, stained dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male castrate MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no ectoparasites noted, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. A few scratches on muzzle/head, appear to be a few days old, no tx needed. CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: mild periodontal disease Otherwise in apparent good health Prognosis: good Plan: 0.2 ml telazol im for exam @ 12 noon recommend periodontal therapy SURGERY: already neutered.
New URI noted on rounds Subjective: QAR. Has not eaten morning meal. No c/s/v/d noted Objective EENT: purulent nasal and mucoid ocular d/c bilaterally H/L: eupneic Assessment: URI with conjunctivitis Periodontal disease Decreased appetite Plan: Give one dose mirtazapine 3.75mg PO Start erythromycin OU BID x10d until 11/24 Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x14d until 11/24 Recheck at day 7, 10 Move to iso Rec dental with placement once URI has resolved Prognosis: Good
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Mishi was placed in a feral den and hissed anytime the counselor approached the den.
Date of Intake: 11/13/2017
Spay/Neuter status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Mishi is an approxmately 8 year old Black and White DSH. Mishi came into BACC Trapped by the Park and REcs Dep.
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this cat around strangers?: Unknown
How is this cat around children?: Unknown
How is this cat around other cats?: Unknown
How is this cat around dogs?: Unknown
Behavior Notes: Unknown
Bite history:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown
Medical Notes: Mishi has scratches on its face due to being in teh trapped cage.
For a New Family to Know: Unknown
KNOWN HISTORY:: Mishi was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to her behavior in her previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Hissing, lunging
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/14/17 Lying in litter box with a low, tense body. Face is tense and ears are tilted. He tolerates petting along his head and body while remaining very still. Needs more time to adjust. 11/15/17 Lying in back of kennel with a low, tense body, head lowered onto kennel floor. . He tolerates petting along his head and body while turning his head slowly to watch the bear-claw and flattening his ears. Not interested in treats at the moment. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Mishi was tense and wary, lying down in his litter box with wide eyes focused on the assessor.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Mishi lip licks and doesn’t come forward or get up when coaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Mishi is tense and wary.
Reaction to touch:: Mishi’s eyes dart around the kennel and he curls up tight when the assessor extends his hand out. He lip licks but tolerates petting on his head and body as long as you go slowly. His body tenses up when touched and he slowly turns his head and watches the assessor’s movements.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Mishi has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of 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: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Mishi tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.
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