SPICE – 16421
Safe - 12-28-2017 Manhattan
SAFE 12/28/17 SUPER SENIOR ALERT!! Meet Spice! She’s a 20 year-old cat whose age has not slowed her down at all @MACC.
Manhattan Center
Spice 16421 20Y Calico S DSH
Owner Surrender: 12/18/17
Medical:
19-Dec-2017
Tech Exam
L V T Notes: 10:17 AM
Gave 0.3mL Midazolam IM from bottle # 4 at 10:15am per dvm 1088
at 10:30am, p needed more sedation. Gave 0.04mL Butorphanol IM from bottle #1 per DVM 1088.
LFL 24g IVC placed, LRS running at 15ml/hr.
trimmed nails.
blood sample obtained for chemistry from rhl medial saphenous vein.
LVT
19-Dec-2017
19-Dec-2017
Tech Exam
L V T Notes: 9:17 AM
UA:
bld- neg
bil- neg
UBG- norm
ket-neg
glu- 3+
pro- trace
leu- 3+
pH- 6
SG:1.024
BG- 120
LVT
19-Dec-2017
18-Dec-2017
Tech Exam
L V T Notes: 10:10 PM
no urine noticed
will monitor overnight
LVT
18-Dec-2017
18-Dec-2017
DVM Intake
Blood Work Interpretation
Vet Notes: 6:06 PM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: Reported 20 years old – exam is consistent with this
Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg on intake – MC placed during exam
History : Surrendered. No health hx available.
Subjective: Calm, leans into pets
Observed Behavior – Allows all handling
Objective
QAR, estimated 5% dehydrated. BCS 1/9, moderate muscle wasting.
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: Moderate tartar and gingivitis
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Soft, non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Female, no spay scar or tattoo seen. Small soft movable SQ mass associated with the right caudal-most mammary gland.
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: Normal externally
CBC/chemistry:
Creat 2.1, BUN 49, normal liver values
Hct 31.7%, WBC 22.6 k/ul, neutrophils 17.58 k/ul, all else unremarkable
Assessment:
1. Suspect CKD
2. Small mammary mass
3. Emaciation and muscle wasting
Prognosis: Fair
Plan: Collect urine for urine specific gravity and urinalysis dipstick
SURGERY:
Permanent waiver due to age.
VET
Profile:
Animal Behaviour Saved At: 12/18/2017
Animal ID: 16421
Animal Name: Spice
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Date of Intake
18-Dec-2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?
No
Basic Information:
Spice is a 20 years old female spayed domestic short hair calico. The previous owner had her since she was a kitten. She was surrendered to MACC because no pets were allowed.
Previously lived with:
3 Adults 1 Child 1 Cat
How is this cat around strangers?
She was friendly around strangers.
How is this cat around children?
She lived with a 16 years old who she was playful towards. She played gently with adults and children.
How is this cat around other cats?
She was aggressive towards other cats. She hissed and growled at the other cat specially when she came close to her food.
How is this cat around dogs?
She was not around dogs.
Bite history:
She does not have a bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:
Very high
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
For a New Family to Know
She was described as and affectionate cat. She followed the previous owner around the house and enjoy chasing the laser pointer. She was kept mostly indoors and slept in the bed room. Her favorite treat was tuna. The previous owner utilized clumping, clay and crystal litter without any problems.
Behavior Notes:
Spice had a relaxed body posture. She allowed all handling and collaring. She went in and out of the carrier willingly.
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