PIPER – A1105466
Safe - 3-18-2017 Brooklyn
SAFE 3/18/17 – Piper would be happiest in an experienced kitty home where she can warm up and explore at her own pace. This lovely older girl has lived with cats in the past and was described as friendly, affectionate, and playful towards them. She may need a little time to warm up to new people, but with a little patience and plenty of catnip this sweetie loves head-butts and gentle pets!
POOR 9 YEAR OLD PIPER WAS DUMPED AT THE SHELTER WHEN HER OWNER MOVED OUT OF THE COUNTRY! ALREADY SPAYED AND READY FOR A NEW HOME!
BROOKLYN CENTER
PIPER – A1105466
SPAYED FEMALE, WHITE / GRAY, DOMESTIC SH MIX,9 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason MOVE2PRIVA
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 03/06/2017, From NY 11367, DueOut Date 03/06/2017,
Basic Information:
Piper is a domestic short hair cat that was surrendered due to her previous owner moving out of the country.
Socialization:
Around strangers Piper is shy for a few days and plays gently with adults. Piper has never been around children or dogs so it is unknown how she will react to them. Piper has lived with two other cats and was friendly and affectionate toward them. Piper would play gently and exuberantly with them.
Behavior:
Piper has never bitten another person or animal. Piper has shown no behavior issues while in her home. Piper is relaxed while riding in a car. Piper will struggle when being given a bath and when being picked up/held. Piper enjoys being brushed and being placed in a carrier. Piper doesn’t mind being disturbed while resting or sleeping.
For a new family to Know:
Piper is described as friendly, playful, shy and talkative with a medium activity level. When at home Piper will follow around her owner and stay in her favorite spot. Piper likes to play with balls and string. Piper was kept indoors only and was fed dry food from the brand Science diet. Piper is litter box trained and used both an uncovered and covered litter box with clumping litter. Piper used a scratching post made of carpet.
Intake behavior:
Staff was unable to collar or take pictures on backdrop due to Piper hissing, growling and striking at staff.
BEHAVIOR:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: Adults and 2 other cats
Behavior toward strangers: Shy
Behavior toward children: Unknown
Behavior toward cats: Relaxed, affectionate & playful
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown
Bite or Scratch history: None
Litter box training: Yes
Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, playful, shy and talkative with a medium activity level.
Other notes: Struggles when being given a bath and when being picked up/held. Follows her owner around the house and likes to play with balls and string.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
Easy to handle required min restraint
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
03/08/17
At back of kennel, in a corner; legs tucked under, tense body posture. When I slowly and gently approach I’m able to touch but she pulls head back away from the contact. An older, shy cat that needs time to adjust. Sprayed Feliway and gave her some tuna.
03/09/17
In adoptions now, not in an ideal cage location. Tense, grumbled some when I opened the cage door and shifted away at the back of kennel. She really enjoyed some catnip-silver vine mix, was much more receptive to petting after receiving it. Likes Temptations treats. Still needs some time to adjust to this stressful environment.
EVALUATION:
Cage Condition: Cage slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor: Piper was crouched over her litter box at the back of the kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to: Piper meows softly, lip licks and seems a little unsure. She relaxes a bit when spoken to softly then rolls around and rubs up on all the objects in the kennel.
Reaction to cage door opening: Piper backs away and becomes alert.
Reaction to touch: Piper was a little hesitant and grumbled when the assessor extended his hand out. She sniffs the assessor, relaxes a bit then leans in for attention and allows petting all over with a slow approach. After a couple soft passes she gets up and gives the assessor soft head butts.
Reaction to being picked up: Piper was tense and started to grumble when the assessor picked her up. She got antsy, leaped away and retreated to the back of the kennel.
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Laid back, and another if applicable
VOCAL: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: Shy, Sweet, Affectionate
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Experienced cat parent – Piper may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
MEDICAL:
03-07-17
History – O surrendered
Female Spayed
No MIC on Intake
Subjective – BAR-H
Observed Behavior – Easy to handle required min restraint
Evidence of Cruelty seen – None
Evidence of Trauma seen – None
3.5/5 BCS
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted
Oral Exam: NAD
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Spayed
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: Not performed
Assessment – Patient appears to be in good health
Plan – Intake
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Feline FVRCP
Product Name: Novibac
Serial Number 02061287A
Location of Vaccination: RFL
Revaccination Date: 3/6/18
Rabies
Product Name: Novibac
Serial Number 170034
Location of Vaccination: RHL
Revaccination Date: 3/6/18
Veterinarian:
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