PENELOPE – 30638
Safe - 7-11-2018 Brooklyn
SAFE 7/11/18 Penelope is a spayed tortie cat that was surrendered by her owners due to the fact she is having litterbox accidents.
BROOKLYN CENTER
Penelope 30638
Location: Brooklyn
Intake Date: 6/8/18
Intake Type: Stray
Medical Behavior: —
Sex: Spayed
Age: 5 years
Original Location: 11207
NTAKE INFO / OWNER PROFILE:
This animal came from:RelativeOrigin AddressIs this cat having litter box issues?YesIf yes, Please elaborate:Client stated that the Penelope has been defacating and urinating outside of the litter box for the past 6 mnoths. she stated that she has never been to the vet but she has tried to change the litter and the litter box. she stated that she tried changing the litter every 2 days but the Penelope is still urinating and deficating in the corners of the rooms in the home.
Basic Information:Penelope is a spayed tirtie cat that was surrendered by her owner sdue to the fact she is having litterbox accidents.
Previously lived with:Owner
How is this cat around strangers?When around strangers Penelope is shy for a few minutes but she will warm up. When playing with adults she is gentle.
How is this cat around children?Penelope has spent time in the home around children and she is respectful. When playing with children she is gentle.
How is this cat around other cats?Penelope has not spent time in the home with other cats so it is unknown how she will react.
How is this cat around dogs?Penelope has not spent time in the home with dogs so it is unknown how she will react.
Behavior NotesOwner stated that Penelope has been having litter box accident. On the way to the ACC in te car she was quiet. Penelope has never been bathed nor had her nails trimmed so it is unknown how she will react. She enjoysd being brushed and will tolerate being held. She isn’t bothered if she is disturbed while she sleeps.
Bite history:Penelope has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:Low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?NoMedical NotesNo reported medical concerns.
For a New Family to KnowOwner described Penelope as friendly mellow and shy. when at home she likes to be in her favorite spot. She likes to play with stuffed mice. Penelope has been kept mostly indoors and eats both wet and dry cat food. She is used to an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Penelope scratches on a post made out of carpet and rough rope.
Behavior Notes:During intake Penelope allowed the counselor to collar her and take his picture with no problems.
BEHAVIOR:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors.
Previously lived with: 1 Adult
Behavior towards strangers: When around strangers Penelope is shy for a few minutes but she will warm up. When playing with adults she is gentle.
Behavior towards children: Penelope has spent time in the home around children and she is respectful. When playing with children she is gentle.
Behavior towards cats: Penelope has not spent time in the home with other cats so it is unknown how she will react.
Behavior towards dogs: Penelope has not spent time in the home with dogs so it is unknown how she will react.
Bite or scratch history: Penelope has no bite history.
Litterbox training: Owner stated that Penelope has been having litter box accidents. Modifications where tried in the home (switching litter and boxes) but Penelope was never brought to the vet for this issue.
Energy level, descriptors: Penelope was described as having a low energy level by her previous owner.
Other notes: Owner described Penelope as friendly mellow and shy. when at home she likes to be in her favorite spot. She likes to play with stuffed mice. Penelope has been kept mostly indoors and eats both wet and dry cat food. She is used to an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Penelope scratches on a post made out of carpet and rough rope.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
06/10/18
Observed Behavior – Cowering in back of cage, hissing. Would not allow us to take out of cage with out net – exam done in net.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
06/09/18
Comes forward slowly and sniffs my hand. Her tail flickers. She brushes against me when I extend my hand out and seems to appreciate attention, but quickly backs away and hisses when pet. Showing possible signs of petting induced aggression. Kept interaction short due to stress.
06/10/18
Resting by the back, feint sleeping when coaxed. Sniffs hand, and then rolls over and leans in for petting, displaying belly. Approaches the front and eats food, lifting rear when pet along back. Tenses up with sudden noise or movement, but has potential to warm up more.
06/11/18
Standing in front of kennel, ears forward and face soft. Head-butts kennel door when spoken to and allows petting along head and body while leaning in with energy and raising tail. Tail waves back and forth with continued petting but she continues to lean all against my hand and arms and offers no further reaction. May have potential to become overstimulated. Doing well!
06/12/18
Comes forward immediately to greet the assessor. Rubs against the kennel door. Base of tail pilo-erects and sways. Brushes against hand, allows petting all over body. Social and outgoing. Steps out kennel to explore surroundings. Didn’t mind being picked up. Doing great!
Cage Condition:
Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:
Penelope is standing in front of her kennel as the assessor approaches, tail is raised and ears are forward.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Penelope head-butts the kennel door when spoken to.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Penelope remains in front of her kennel as the cage door opens and watches the door. Tail remains raised.
Reaction to touch:
Penelope allows petting along her head and body while leaning in with energy, her tail raised and curved. Tail begins to wave back and forth with continued petting put she offers no further reaction.
Reaction to being picked up:
Penelope allows assessor to lift her out of the kennel, body remaining relaxed. She turns around and head-butts the assessor’s hand when placed back into the kennel.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Moderate
VOCAL:
Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE:
Bold
Social
Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
Inappropriate elimination
Potential challenges comments:
Penelope’s previous owners report that she was eliminating (urinating and/or defecating) outside the litter box for the past 6 months. Penelope was not seen by a veterinarian and has no known medical issues. We are unaware of what, if any, modifications steps were taken to try and address this behavior in the home, so we cannot be sure what the trigger may have been or if this behavior may continue in a future home. However, we recommend that potential adopters be comfortable with management and modification techniques for elimination outside the litter box should this behavior continue in a home environment.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Experience
Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Although Penelope is showing Average behavior during her stay in our care center, the behavior team must recommend that she goes to a home with experienced cat parents due to litterbox issues and inappropriate elimination.
MEDICAL:
30638
Penelope
Cat
Yes
Tortoiseshell
None
Female
Spayed / Neutered
Age
Primary Microchip #
Rabies Tag
Weight
Spay / Neuter Due Date
Temperature
Yes
5 Years
985113001791955
15 lbs 12.48 oz
Veterinary Clinic Software Record #:
Weight: 15 lbs 12.48 oz
Date of Weighing: 6/10/2018
Date Spayed / Neutered:
Schedule Surgery Date:
Stitches Removal Date:
Clinic Name:
Previously Spayed / Neutered: Yes
General Vet Notes:
Previous Medical Details:
Known Allergies or Medical Conditions:
Feeding Requirements:
Indemnities/Waivers:
Medical Notes
Notes
Date
No Medical Notes Stored
Vet Treatments
Date Administered
Vet Treatment Type
Treatment Result
Administered by External Vet
6/10/2018
Flea/Tick Treatment – Paradefense
6/10/2018
FeLV/FIV Snap
Negative
6/10/2018
Re-weigh
6/10/2018
Gabapentin (100mg Capsule)
6/10/2018
Microchip Implantation
6/10/2018
Rabies
6/10/2018
Internal Parasite Treatment – Pyrantel
6/10/2018
Fvr-Cp 1 Of 2
Vet Treatments Due
Date Due
Vet Treatment Type
6/24/2018
Fvr-Cp 1 Of 2
6/24/2018
Internal Parasite Treatment – Pyrantel
6/24/2018
Re-weigh
7/10/2018
Flea/Tick Treatment – Paradefense
6/10/2019
Rabies
Medications
Medication
Amount Dispensed
Frequency
Date From
Date To
Doses Administered
Vet Name
Reason
Notes
No medications administered to this animal.
Drug Usage
No drugs administered to this animal.
Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
12-Jun-2018
10-Jun-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 3:26 PM
[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age:5
Microchip noted on Intake? neg
Microchip Number (If Applicable):
History :O surrender – urinating and defecating on carpet past 6 mos
Subjective: BAR – in cage
Observed Behavior – Cowering in back of cage, hissing. Would not allow us to take out of cage with out net – exam done in net,
Evidence of Cruelty seen -n
Evidence of Trauma seen -n
Objective
T =
P =200
R = eup/ tachy
BCS= 7/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: seen while hissed – teeth appear cln.
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: FS – spay scar seen
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat. Overweight.
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal:
Assessment: 5 yo FS DSH
Hx of inappropriate elimination
Prognosis: Good
Plan: Monitor UR/ BM/ etc.
Already spayed.
VET-P 990587
10-Jun-2018
LVT Intake
L V T Notes: 12:40 PM
[LVT Intake Exam]
Microchip Scan: Negative
Evidence of Cruelty:no
Observed Behavior: very nervous, hissing and growling, doesn’t allow handling, limited exam is done by using net
Sex: female spayed, tattoo seen
Estimated Age:~4-5 years
Subjective: describe how he animal is presenting and any known history
Eyes: mild cloudy
Ears: mild dirty
Oral Exam: mild/moderate staining and tartar
Heart: wnl
Lungs: wnl
Abdomen- no palpated mass noted
Musculoskeletal: BCS- 6/9, overweight
Mentation: BAR, no abnormal neuro sign seen
Preliminary Assessment: overweight otherwise apparently healthy
Plan: needs DVM exam
LVT 991235
Medical Assistant: 4:27 PM
no urine or poop outside of litterbox
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