TOM – 14876
Safe - 12-7-2017 Manhattan
***SAFE 12/07/17***BEGINNER GINGERBREAD MAN NEEDS YOU!!! A volunteer writes: How did marmalade boy Tom introduce himself to me the other day? While I was standing near his condo greeting another cat, he stuck his paw out and tapped me on the thigh! This handsome ginger really loves people, and he was clearly tired of waiting for it to be his turn to score some affection and attention from me. Comfortable, confident, friendly, and solid, Tom is the popular kid in school who made friends with everybody. He has an ease about him, but he always lets you know what he needs. Tom is at that perfect age where he’s past the crazy-excitable kitten years and seems content just to hang with his people and feel like he’s part of the household. Couch buddy, bedtime snuggler, playmate always up for a game involving string, Tom is an all around awesome cat who will charm the lucky person who gets to sign his adoption papers. TOM IS THREE, NEUTERED AND BEING TREATED FOR CURABLE KITTY COLD. ONLY HAS TIL NOON TOMORROW!!! ONLY HAS YOU!!!
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Tom. My animal id is #14876. I am a desexed male orange cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 29-Nov-2017.
Tom is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection which is contagious to other cats. There are no behavior concerns for Tom at this time, beginner behavior determination.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: How did marmalade boy Tom introduce himself to me the other day? While I was standing near his condo greeting another cat, he stuck his paw out and tapped me on the thigh! This handsome ginger really loves people, and he was clearly tired of waiting for it to be his turn to score some affection and attention from me. Comfortable, confident, friendly, and solid, Tom is the popular kid in school who made friends with everybody. He has an ease about him, but he always lets you know what he needs. Tom is at that perfect age where he’s past the crazy-excitable kitten years and seems content just to hang with his people and feel like he’s part of the household. Couch buddy, bedtime snuggler, playmate always up for a game involving string, Tom is an all around awesome cat who will charm the lucky person who gets to sign his adoption papers.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.8 lbs
BARH scan negative male neutered allowed handling appx 3 yrs old mild tartar clean EEN fleas dirt BCS 5/9 NOSF
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-3y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, 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 Assessment: healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan: no treatment
S/O -BAR -good appetite -sneezing, serous nasal discharge, mild congestion -eupnic A URI P move to isolation doxycycline 1 ml PO SID x 10 days nebulize SID x 3 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
KNOWN HISTORY:: Tom was brought in as a stray, so we don’t have any behavioral history or tendencies in a home environment.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: Resting in top cubby, soft eyes and body. Stood and came forward when door opened. Sniffed hand, then head-butted, leaned and arched into pets, purred. Came out to main compartment for treats
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Tom engages when approached by the assessor.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Tom remains soft in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Tom seeks affection, leans forward with tail up and remains at the front of the cage, soft and relaxed.
Reaction to touch:: Tom 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:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Sweet,Affectionate
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Beginner
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Tom 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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