PEAR – 13125
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*** SAFE 11/30/17 *** Two year old Tux Man, trapped in a basement. Who knows PEAR’S story? What we do know is that he needs a foster or adopter TONIGHT! If you can help, email [email protected] to obtain rescue referrals!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Pear. My animal id is #13125. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 19-Nov-2017.
Pear is at risk for behavior concerns (Experience determination). Pear 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.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.9 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 estimated but did not look at teeth Microchip noted on Intake? neg History : stray – found in the basement Subjective: QARH. Full exam limited since in net. Observed Behavior – Scared and nervous. Exam while netted. Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 200 R = eup BCS= 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: not done PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male 2 scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment: 2 yo intact male Prognosis: Excellent Plan: Routine intake SURGERY: Okay for surgery
S: Pre-operative exam for neuter today. Patient is BAR, fasted overnight in preparation for surgery. Visual exam performed due to behavior. EENT: mm = pink/moist. No nasal discharge, no nasal/ocular discharge. MSI: BCS = 5/9 Mentation: A+A A: Apparently Healthy P: Ok for surgery
Routine Feline Neuter Self tie of spermatic cord Linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen para-midline Surgeon: Dr. 1067 Additional Note:
Pre Medication Buprenorphine:0.52 ML SQ Anesthetic Induction Telazol:0.15 ML IM Gas Maintenance: Isoflorane % :2 NSAID:Robenicoxib 0.40 ML SQ
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Date of Intake: 11/19/2017
Spay/Neuter status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Client stated that he found the cat in his basement. He believes it has been there for about 5 days. He stated that he saw it run by him and so he set up a trap to capture it. Once he had the cat trapped he brought it to SIACC.
Medical Notes: Cat appeared clean and of healthy weight.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Pear was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to his behavior in his previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Scared and nervous.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/20/17 Sitting up in back of kennel, eyes wide and body tense. Pupils are dilated. He makes eye contact when spoken to and freezes as I open the cage door. Tolerates petting along head briefly before jumping into the air, knocking litter box forward. Skittish and nervous after first day. Needs more time to adjust. 11/21/17 Crouched in back of kennel, body tense and eyes wide. Maintains eye contact as I open the kennel door and tilts ears. He turns to face the corner and attempts to scramble out of the way as I reach towards him slowly with the bear-claw. He tolerates petting along his head and body briefly before retreating quickly through his portal with a low tail. Not interested in treats at the moment. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Pear was tense and crouched in the back of the kennel, watching the assessor with wide eyes.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Pear lip licks and remains motionless.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Pear flinches and his eyes dart around looking for an exit.
Reaction to touch:: Pear lip licks, lowers his body and slowly inches away from the assessor. He starts breathing rapidly as he looks around the kennel for an exit and only tolerates brief petting on his head before shifting away.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Pear 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:: Pear 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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