TIGGER – 7739
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***SAFE 01/22/18***TERRIFIC TIGGER…BEAUTIFUL BEGINNER BOY READY TO BE YOUR FUREVER FRIEND!!! RETURN – Poor Tigger, just one year and three months old was sadly dumped back at the shelter due to being “rambunctious.” He’s barely out of his kitten stage and has been nothing but a purrfect affectionate gentleman at the shelter. His former owner said he is friendly, chatty and playful. He tolerates all petting and handling at the shelter. He’d make a great sofa snuggler to a lucky purrson. Can Tigger’s special someone be YOU? OFFER TO FOSTER OR ADOPT. MUST BE RESERVED BY NOON TOMORROW!
Manhattan Center
*RETURN*
Hello, my name is Tigger. My animal id is #7739. I am a desexed male brown tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 3 months 2 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a returns on 13-Jan-2018.
Tigger is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection which is contagious to other cats. There are no behavior concerns for Tigger at this time, beginner determination.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 11.5625 lbs
3/10/2017
[DVM Intake] Estimated age: 1yr Microchip noted on Intake? none History : Subjective:allows all handling, but stressed Observed Behavior – no aggression Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective BCS= 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam:NSF PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment apparently healthy Prognosis:good Plan: will monitor app- unsure if eating/stressed SURGERY: Okay for surgery
5/10/2017
Reportedly poor appetite during stay S/O no obvious appetite QAR, initially hiding in back of cage but warmed up very quickly and became very interactive mm pk, sl tacky no nasal discharge or sneezing noted eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft, nonpainful abdomen A inappetance-r/o stress/behavioral vs underlying illness P mirtazapine 15 mg tab: 1/4 tab PO once CTM, continue mirtazapine if helping
13/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1yr Microchip noted on Intake? Y (previously at ACC) Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : owner surrender/RTS d/t too rambunctious Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – timid but compliant for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – N Evidence of Trauma seen – N Objective T = DNP P = WNL R = WNL BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered male 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: apparently healthy Prognosis: good Plan: ok for placement SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to already neutered.
14/01/2018
Adopted from MACC in October 2017 but returned on 1/13/18 due to the cat being too rambunctious S/O -BAR, interactive and friendly -sneezing, mild serous nasal discharge -OU: mild epiphora -eupnic, did not auscultate -soft abdomen -neutered male A 1. URI/conjunctivitis P -move to isolation -terramycin OU BID x 7 days -suspect viral URI so will not treat with antibiotics unless mucoid nasal discharge develops or course is noted to be prolonged, severe
4/10/2017
Pet was sent to the ASPCA today for neuter surgery.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake Tigger had a tense body and dilated eyes. When counselor opened the carrier he began to lip lick and moved to the back of the carrier. He was not receptive to head touches and continued to move away when attempting to touch. Once removed from the carrier he ran into the other carrier and stayed with his back towards the opening of the carrier. No further handling was performed.
Date of Intake: 1/13/2018
Spay/Neuter status: Yes
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Tigger is a roughly 1 year old cat whom was gotten from ACC and kept in the same home for 3-4 months. Unfortunately due to Tigger being too rambunctious he could not be kept.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Tigger has no known medical issues
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers he is described as shy for a few minutes and plays somewhat rough to very rough.
How is this cat around children?: Tigger has not been socialized with children so this behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around other cats?: Tigger has not been socialized with cats so this behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around dogs?: Tigger has not been socialized with dogs so this behavior is unknown.
Behavior Notes: Tigger is described to meow a lot, scratch furniture, occasionally scratch people and will urinate/defecate during car rides. He has never been given a bath, he isn’t bothered with having his nails trimmed or being placed in a carrier and struggle and swat when attempting to pick up or being brushed.
Bite history:: Tigger is known to bite and scratch when he is playing very rough or when he is overstimulated. These are elaborated in a separate memo.
Energy level/descriptors:: high energy level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: He has no known medical issues
For a New Family to Know: Tigger is described as playful, confident, independent, aloof, very assertive and talkative. He enjoys playing with stuffed toys and catnip toys, ate Rachel Ray dry food 2 times a day, had an uncovered litter box with clumping litter and a scratching post made of rough rope and carpet.
KNOWN HISTORY:: The former owner stated around strangers, Tigger is very friendly and curious. Tigger has lived with an 8 year old and he is very relaxed and respectful of her. Tigger does not play with adults and only plays gently with children. Tigger has never lived with other animals. Also, described Tigger as being friendly, affectionate, and playful with a low level of energy.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: N/A
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 1/14/18 Crouched in litter box, pressed to back, eyes dilated, stiff posture. Tensed at sound of dogs barking. Allowed, then slightly leaned into pets. Lay down all the way after door closed, eyes became less dilated, slow blinked!
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Tigger immediately comes soliciting at the front of the cage.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Tigger remains soft in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Tigger remains standing at the front of the cage, relaxed body posture, soliciting attention.
Reaction to touch:: Tigger head-butts the assessor’s hand and appreciates petting on the head and body.
Reaction to being picked up:: Allows the pickup and remains calm.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Lively
VOCAL:: Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Sweet,Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: None
Potential challenges comments:: N/A
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Beginner
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
Recommendations comments:: N/A
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Tigger interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat can go to a beginner home
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