MS PRECIOUS – 16768
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***SAFE 01/02/18*** MS PRECIOUS WANTS TO BE SOMEONE’S ONE AND ONLY KITTY – CAN YOU HELP THIS GORGEOUS EBONY BEAUTY TONIGHT? MS PRECIOUS is an owner surrender for what her ex-owner claims are behavior issues. If you read her info though it seems that much of these issues seem to be exaggerated and Ms Precious will do just fine with an experienced cat purrson, and possibly as the only cat in the home. This kitty is deserving of a happy ending to her story. YOU MUST RESERVE MS PRECIOUS BY NOON!!
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Ms Precious. My animal id is #16768. I am a desexed female black cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 6 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 23-Dec-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour – aggressive towards people.
Zip Code: 10454
Ms Precious is at risk for behavioral reasons. Ms Precious is extremely stressed in the shelter environment, and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. For this reason we are seeking placement with a New Hope partner who can further assess Ms Precious’s needs before placement in a home. Medically, we have no concerns for Ms Precious, who presents as a healthy cat.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.2 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:6 y reported Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -striking yowling, eyes dilated Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =30 BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: limited but teeth seem clean H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: reported spayed, did not shave MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:good Plan:no treatment
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Upon intake Precious allowed minimal handling. She allowed counselor to pet her occasionally. When attempting to collar she began to hiss and yowl. When attempting to remove from carrier she would swat and hiss. No further handling was performed.
Date of Intake: 12/23/2017
Spay/Neuter status: Yes
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Precious is a 6 year old cat whom was gotten from a friend and kept in the same home for 6 years. Unfortunately due to aggression towards people she could not be kept.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Precious has no known litter box issues
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers Precious is known to be reactive and doesn’t play with them.
How is this cat around children?: Around children she is known to be fearful and doesn’t play with them.
How is this cat around other cats?: Around cats she is known to be reactive and does not play with them.
How is this cat around dogs?: Around dogs she is known to be reactive.
Behavior Notes: Precious is a cat who will meow to let you know that she wants something, occasionally scratches furniture and will meow during car rides. She is a cat that is reactive towards other animals, is afraid of being bathed and having her nails trimmed. She isn’t bothered with being brushed, being picked up and held or being placed in a carrier.
Bite history:: Precious has no known bite/scratch histories.
Energy level/descriptors:: low energy level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Precious has no known medical issues. She was last brought to the vet 2 years ago for her vaccinations.
For a New Family to Know: Precious is described as mellow, shy, independent, assertive, aloof and talkative. She will rarely seek attention when home with you, has little to no interest in toys and has been kept indoors only. She was being free fed Friskies dry food, prefers an uncovered litter box with clumping litter and a scratching post made of wood with bark, smooth wood or cardboard.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 adults Behavior toward strangers: Around strangers Precious is known to be reactive and doesn’t play with them. Behavior toward children: Around children she is known to be fearful and doesn’t play with them. Behavior toward cats: Around cats she is known to be reactive and does not play with them. Behavior toward dogs: Around dogs she is known to be reactive. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: low energy level Other notes: Precious is described as mellow, shy, independent, assertive, aloof and talkative.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -striking yowling, eyes dilated
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Ms Precious remains crouched position facing the front on her cage bedding.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Ms Precious becomes alert with eyes dilated, ears erect and forward.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Ms Precious becomes cautious, ears turn back, hissing in place.
Reaction to touch:: Ms Precious avoids contact. She began to growl strike, and hiss at the assessor’s hand while increasing distance.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Bold,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New hope only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Ms Precious is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. She is extremely stressed in the shelter environment and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.
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