OREO – 12540
Safe - 11-27-2017 Manhattan
**SAFE 11/27/17** Good with dogs, kids and other cats, sweet OREO is at the “mercy” of the ACC because his former owner became homeless. 8-year-old Oreo is already neutered and the shelter description portrays him as a cat who should be fairly easy to add to almost anyone’s home. Can you add him to YOUR home tonight, and save his life? Message [email protected] and bring OREO home for the holidays, TONIGHT!
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Oreo. My animal id is #12540. I am a desexed male black cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 13-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- homeless.
Oreo is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection which is contagious to other cats. Oreo will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. There are no known behavior concerns for Oreo at this time, average determination.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 14.4 lbs
BARH SCAN NEGATIVE NEUTERED MALE 8 YRS OLD REPORTED ALLOWS HANDLING MOD TARTAR CLEAN EEN OBESE BCS 8/9 NOSF
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:8 reported Microchip noted on Intake? 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 7/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mod ddz on rear teeth 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: mild dental disease Prognosis:excellent Plan:no treatment
S/O -QAR, docile and sweet boy -sneezing, mild nasal congestion -good appetite -OU: mild blepharospasm -eupnic A URI P move to isolation doxycycline 1.3 ml PO SID x 10 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Oreo allowed pets on the head but his body was tense. Once out of his carrier, Oreo allowed to be collared and picture to be taken but would try to flee.
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Oreo is an 8 year old black and white male domestic short haired cat. Oreo lived with previous owner for about 7 years and was surrendered because previous owner no longer has a place to live. Oreo has no injuries or health issues and has not been taken to the vet recently.
Previously lived with:: Oreo previously lived with one adult, 4 children, and one cat.
How is this cat around strangers?: Oreo is friendly and outgoing with strangers. Oreo will approach strangers and will allow them to pet him.
How is this cat around children?: Oreo previously lived with children between the ages of 6 and 8. Oreo allowed children to pet him and liked to sleep next to them on their beds.
How is this cat around other cats?: Oreo previously lived with a 5 year old female cat. Oreo was relaxed and affectionate and would follow her around the house. Oreo liked to sleep next to her.
How is this cat around dogs?: Oreo previously lived with a senior male large breed dog. Oreo was very tolerant of him and would sometimes pounce on the dog playfully.
Behavior Notes: During car rides Oreo is relaxed or asleep. Oreo has been given a bath but he will hiss and try to jump out of the tub. Oreo has never had his nails trimmed and enjoys having his coat brushed. Oreo is not bothered when being picked up and held or when being disturbed as he sleeps. Oreo struggles when getting into a carrier and will try to run away.
Bite history:: Oreo has never bitten another animal or human.
Energy level/descriptors:: Oreo has a medium energy level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Oreo has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know: Oreo is a friendly, mellow, confident and quiet cat. When at home, he tends to follow the children around and likes to play with string. Oreo is an indoors only cat and was fed Friskies dry food twice a day. Oreo is litter box trained and used an uncovered litter box with Fresh Step cat litter. Oreo also had a scratching post made out of carpet that he liked to use.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: an adult, 4 children, and one cat. Behavior toward strangers: Oreo is friendly and outgoing with strangers. Oreo will approach strangers and will allow them to pet him. Behavior toward children: Oreo previously lived with children between the ages of 6 and 8. Oreo allowed children to pet him and liked to sleep next to them on their beds. Behavior toward cats: Oreo previously lived with a 5 year old female cat. Oreo was relaxed and affectionate and would follow her around the house. Oreo liked to sleep next to her. Behavior toward dogs: Oreo previously lived with a senior male large breed dog. Oreo was very tolerant of him and would sometimes pounce on the dog playfully Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: medium energy level Other notes: Oreo is a friendly, mellow, confident and quiet cat.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/14/17 Crouched in litter box, eyes dilated, a little tense. Leaned slowly forward to sniff hand when door opened, then leaned into pets. Remained wary, sniffed treats but didn’t eat. Shifted back when startled by noise, crouched lower. Sprayed thunderease. 11/15/17 Crouched in cubby, head down, eyes dilated, wary. Perked up when door opened, leaned forward to sniff hand, then started eating treats. Leaned hard into pets, purred, kneaded in place. Poked head out to main compartment for more treats, with some coaxing, then ducked back into cubby. Sprayed thunderease.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Oreo remains tense, crouched position hiding in the cage cubby during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Oreo seems unsure while lip licking in place with eyes wandering his surroundings.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Oreo began to slowly engage then retreats remaining cautious with the cleaning activity in the room.
Reaction to touch:: Oreo is hesitant at first, then quickly warms up accepting the touch with eyes soft and loose body.
Reaction to being picked up:: He becomes antsy then jumps back into the cage.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Sweet,Affectionate
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Average
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Oreo interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
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