OLIVER – 12268
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***SAFE 11/21/17*** GOOD WITH KIDS AND LOVES TO WATCH BIRDS FROM THE WINDOW!! OLIVER NEEDS YOU TONIGHT! 4 year old OLIVER was surrendered by his owner because they were moving to non-pet friendly digs. Oliver is stressed in the shelter as any cat would be. In his home he loved to play with catnip toys and stuffed mice. He is already neutered and healthy. OLIVER wants a new home for the holidays! Adopt this panther boy today! MUST RESERVE HIM BY NOON!!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Oliver. My animal id is #12268. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 10-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving – no pets allowed.
Oliver is at risk for behavior challenges (New Hope Only determination). He displays fearful behavior in the care center and will hiss and retreat to avoid touch when approached. He currently does not allow handling. There is no noted medical condition for Oliver at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 13.4 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~4yrs Microchip noted on Intake? 985112004275643 History : Owner surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior – QARH. Tense, nervous, hisses on approach. Exam done in net Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild dental tartar, pink/pigmented mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
During intake, he allowed to be transferred from the original carrier to a new one. He hissed when approached and did not allow any handling.
Date of Intake: 11/10/2017
Basic Information:: Oliver is a 4 year old altered black cat. The owner has had him for around 4 years. He is being surrendered due to his family moving.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 2 children
How is this cat around strangers?: Oliver is shy around strangers.
How is this cat around children?: Oliver has lived with two children, ages undisclosed, and was reportedly tolerant and relaxed.
How is this cat around other cats?: Oliver lives with another male cat and was reportedly respectful of him.
How is this cat around dogs?: Oliver has not lived with dogs so his behavior is unknown.
Behavior Notes: Owner states no behavioral problems with Oliver.
Bite history:: Oliver has not bitten a person or another animal.
Energy level/descriptors:: low
For a New Family to Know: Oliver likes to sleep around the house and watch people and birds from a window. He will play with catnip toys and stuffed mice. He was kept indoors only.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 Adults, 2 children Behavior toward strangers: Shy Behavior toward children: Tolerant and relaxed Behavior toward cats: Lived with another male cat and was respectful Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Low activity level Other notes: He will play with catnip toys and stuffed mice. He likes to sleep around the house and watch people and birds from a window.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Tense, nervous, hisses on approach.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/12/17 Lying in back of kennel with a low, tense body. He tolerates petting along his head and body while turning to watch my hand, ears flattened and pupils dilated. Needs more time to adjust. Sprayed feliway. 11/13/17 Lying in back of kennel, ears forward and eyes closed. He makes eye contact and tilts his ears when spoken to. He ears the treats I place down so I click and reward to build an association. He leans away from the bear-claw and tolerates petting along his head and body while hissing and flattening his ears. Needs more time to adjust. Sprayed feliway.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Oliver was alert and lying down near the front of the kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Oliver’s ears bend flat, he low growls and keeps his eyes focused on the assessor’s movements.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Oliver hisses then retreats to the back of the cage with his tail lowered.
Reaction to touch:: Oliver seems uncomfortable and retreats to the other side of the double kennel when approached. He arches his back, hisses and climbs on top his kuranda bed trying to avoid the assessor. He currently doesn’t allow handling.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Oliver has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. 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: : New hope only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Oliver is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and may require further investigation before placement in a home. He has tried to swat, is extremely fearful 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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