RAY – 12430
Safe - 12-3-2017 Manhattan Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
***SAFE 12/03/17*** HANDSOME RAY IS ONLY A YEAR OLD AND NEEDS A NEW HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! RAY was brought to the shelter after he scratched and bit his former owner. RAY was described as high energy, playful and loves the laser pointer. RAY also liked following his owner around. Despite all the accolades from the person dumping him, it seems that this one incident got RAY the boot. And now that he has the kitty cold – he must have rescue or will be euthanized. RAY is only a kitten who needs some extra TLC and socialization and someone who can give him the attention he needs. PLEASE GIVE RAY A CHANCE TO HAVE A HAPPILY EVER AFTER. RESERVE HIM BY NOON!!
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Ray. My animal id is #12430. I am a male black cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 2 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 12-Nov-2017.
Ray is at risk for medical reasons, having contracted Upper Respiratory Infection, which is contagious to other cats. Behaviorally, Ray has been assessed as requiring a cat experienced home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 12.1 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1yr (reported) Microchip noted on Intake? N History : owner surrender d/t aggression (bit 2 people at home) Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – examined through net, minimal exam performed Evidence of Cruelty seen – N Evidence of Trauma seen – N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Clean full adult dentition present (examined during hissing) PLN: DNP H/L: NMA, lungs clear, eupnic ABD: DNP U/G: Intact male- both testes in scrotum MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: DNP Assessment: intact male cat Prognosis: good Plan: ok for surgery and placement- needs MC and CT at time of surgery. SURGERY: Okay for surgery.
S/O -BAR, appears interactive -good appetite -sneezing, nasal congestion; intermittent open mouth breathing due to congestion -OU: open and clear -appears eupnic A URI P move to isolation doxycycline 1.1 ml PO SID x 10 days nebulization SID x 4 days
Ray seems less congested and does seem to be eating, but difficult to tell for sure. Eyes clr. Will have final check at end of tx course to move out of iso.
Recheck URI, day 8 doxycycline S/O -QAR, standing at front of cage, appears docile -moist nares but no active discharge or sneezing noted -OU: open and clear -appears eupnic A URI-possibly resolved P CWCT recheck in 2 days
Day 10 of treatment for URI. Today pt is at the front of the kennel, active and interested in the world. Good appetite. No nasal or ocular discharge. Okay to move out of isolation! 1088
Appeared cleared from URI on last day of doxycycline yesterday but was noted to be sneezing last night so he remained in iso S/O -QAR, appears docile; always standing alert at front of cage -good appetite -soft sneezing, moist nares -eupnic A URI-persistent P extend doxycycline x 7 days nebulize SID x 3 days recheck in 3 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Upon intake, Lucas had a stiff body and was hissing and growling. Due to this behavior, Lucas only had his picture taken but he was not collared.
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Ray is an approximately 1 year old cat that the owner got from a friend when Ray was 2 months old. The owner is surrendering because Ray attacked her and her brother, drawing blood. The owner has never taken Ray to the vet.
Previously lived with:: 3 adults
How is this cat around strangers?: Ray is described as friendly around strangers.
How is this cat around children?: Ray has been around a 3 year old girl and he was very fearful around him.
How is this cat around other cats?: Ray has never been around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Ray has never been around dogs.
Behavior Notes: Ray meows a lot during the night. Ray is not bothered when he is bathed, when his nails are trimmed, when he is brushed, when he is picked up and held, or when he is put into his carrier.
Bite history:: Ray has never bitten or scratched another animal. Today, Ray bit and scratched two members of his family, drawing blood.
Energy level/descriptors:: high
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Ray is described as very independent. The owner’s favorite thing about Ray are his eyes. Ray’s favorite thing to do is play with the laser or mouse toy. When the owner is home, Ray follows her around. Ray has been kept indoors only. Ray likes to sleep on his own bed. Ray is fed Friskies dry food, 2 cups a day. Ray’s favorite treats are Friskies treats. Ray uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Ray uses a cardboard scratching post.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 3 adults Behavior toward strangers: Ray is described as friendly around strangers. Behavior toward children: Ray has been around a 3 year old girl and he was very fearful around him. Bite or Scratch history: Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: High Other notes: Ray is described as very independent.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -minimal exam performed
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/13/17 In den on approach, peeked out when spoken to, eyes dilated, tense posture. Poked head out a little further when offered treats. Allowed pets while eating, otherwise tended to lean away. Paused frequently to sniff assess-a-hand. Seemed curious, but wary. After door closed, came out to explore cage, held body low to ground. Sprayed thunderease. 11/14/17 Sitting up next to den on approach, a little tense, eyes fully dilated. Allowed and slightly leaned into pets today, still with frequent pauses to sniff my hand. Very wary, trying to look past me at room activity. Sprayed thunderease. 11/15/17 In den on approach, stuck head out when spoken to, eyes fully dilated, whiskers forward. Ate nearby treats, allowed pets. Managed to coax halfway out after a while, but wouldn’t not move any further. Still very timid. Sprayed thunderease. 11/16/17 In den on approach, came out when spoken to. Still a little tense, eyes dilated, but came slowly up to front. Leaned and arched into pets, continually looking around. 11/19/17 Diagnosed with URI, moved to iso. In den on approach, came halfway out when spoken to. A little wide-eyed, audibly congested, some open-mouth breathing. Stood in place, half out of den, allowed and slightly leaned into pets. Really rundown. 11/20/17 Curled up in den, facing out window, eyes dilated. Extremely sick now, hunched in place, coughing, gagging, hyper salivating. Sat in place when door opened, leaned into pets. Seems miserable.
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Ray remains neutral, hiding in the cat den during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Ray becomes alert with normal shape eyes.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Ray remains immobile, ears erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:: Ray accepts the touch then slowly leans into the assessor’s hand while remaining in place.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Curious,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Please note that Ray is being treated for an upper respiratory infection at the time of the behavior assessment. This condition may affect some of the behaviors shown during evaluation. Ray may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
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