WATSON – 14735
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*** SAFE 12/15/17 *** WATSON is a wonderful cat who came to MACC with stitches for an aural hematoma. Can you help keep this guys ears clean in a new, loving home??
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Watson. My animal id is #14735. I am a male white cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 27-Nov-2017.
Watson is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection which is contagious to other cats. Watson will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. There are no behavior concerns for Watson at this time, Average determination.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.3 lbs
BARH scan negative allows handling appx 4 yrs old male intact mild tartar found stitches on left ear, wound almost healed hematoma and ear mites on rt ear, cleaned rt front limb and left hind limb found shaved a little, possible cat was hospitalized before no other injury seen clean coat AMB x 4 BCS 5/9 NOSF
Rabies vax given over RHL SQ
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3-5 years based on dentition and secondary sex characteristics Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg on LVT intake History : Stray, no health hx provided Subjective: Alert, sitting in litterbox. Observed Behavior – Allows all handling. Objective BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 5/9 EENT: AD cartilage is scarred and thickened. AS entire pinna is full of mattress sutures. No discharge AU. Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted. Thick jowls. Oral Exam: Clean teeth. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male intact, testicles soft and symmetrical. MSI: Distal right front leg is shaved in a circumferential pattern. Left hind leg is shaved over the medial saphenous vein and there is a small hematoma in this vein. Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Normal externally. Assessment: 1. AS suture pattern is consistent with a recent aural hematoma repair – within the last 2 weeks. 2. Right front leg is shaved in a pattern that is consistent with a recent IV catheter placement 3. Left hind leg shaved region and hematoma are consistent with a recent blood draw Prognosis: Good Plan: 1. Ivermectin 0.1 ml SQ – repeat in 10-14 days 2. Re-evaluate for suture removal in 1-3 days SURGERY: Okay for surgery 1088
Hx: Aural hematoma, repaired within the last few weeks. No other noted medical problems. S: Alert, friendly, allows handling O: BAR-H, MMs pink and moist EENT: Clean ear canals; sutures throughout AS pinna, some dried discharge but no active discharge. No discharge OU, nose. H/L: Eupnic, not ausculted today Abd: Soft, nonpainful M/S/I: Amb x4, no lesions noted PLNs: None enlarged Neuro: Alert and appropriate, no sign neurological disease A: Aural hematoma, appears to have healed P: Suture removal – removed sutures from the distal half of the pinna. Remove the rest tomorrow, then remove pt from Medical. 1088
Hx: Aural hematoma AS repaired – half of sutures removed yesterday. S: Alert, friendly, likes ear scratches O: BAR-H, MMs pink and moist EENT: AD cartilage is scarred and warped, so the entrance to the canal is mostly obstructed. There is moderate brown waxy discharge visible on the pinna and in the canal. AS – many sutures throughout the pinna; minimal dry crusty discharge in the canal. No discharge OU, nose. PLNs: Not significantly enlarged. H/L: NSR, NMA. Eupnic, quiet lung sounds. Abd: Soft, no pain on palpation, no masses palpated M/S/I: Amb x4. No skin lesions noted. Neuro: Alert and appropriate, no sign neurological deficiencies A: 1. AS aural hematoma – healed 2. AD scarring is preventing normal clearance of ear wax – this ear may be chronically infected Short-term prognosis: Good P: 1. Removed the remaining sutures from AS – this ear is healing well 2. Give ivermectin 0.12 ml SQ once to ensure no ear mites 3. Clean both ears gently this evening 4. No treatment needed for either ear unless there is discomfort 1088
sneezed. clear OU, no nasal d/c. very social. eating food. recheck in 3 days
Notes entered for 1088. Quiet in kennel today, does not want to get up from bed. Epiphora OU, mild clear mucoid nasal discharge, drooling a bit. URI – move to ISO, start doxy and cerenia. LRS 150ml SQ SID for 3 days.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Watson was stiff bodied while i was trying to handle him. he had a few injuries so handling was kept to a minimum. He did allow me to pick him up and carry him around without him struggling.
Date of Intake: 11/27/2017
Basic Information:: Watson is a gray and white domestic short hair cat that is estimated to be 1 Year old. He was brought in as a stray when he was found wandering around a building.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Unknown
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this cat around strangers?: Unknown
How is this cat around children?: Unknown
How is this cat around other cats?: Unknown
How is this cat around dogs?: Unknown
Behavior Notes: Unknown
Bite history:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown
Medical Notes: Unknown
For a New Family to Know: Unknown
KNOWN HISTORY:: Watson was brought in as a stray, so we don’t have any behavioral history or tendencies in a home environment.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 11/30 Observed Behavior – Allows all handling.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: Asleep in litter box, woke when door opened. Sat up, soft eyes and body. Leaned and arched into pets, then became distracted by food. Very sweet!
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Watson remains neutral, lying down on his cage bedding during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Watson becomes alert, lifts up head with soft eyes.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Watson remains immobile in place.
Reaction to touch:: Watson slowly leans into the assessor’s hand, purrs in place and appreciates the petting.
Reaction to being picked up:: He becomes antsy then jumps back into the cage.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Calm,Sweet
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Average
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Watson interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
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