ARCHER – 28847

Manhattan Center

Archer 28847 5Y Brown Tabby S DSH

Owner Surrender: 5/22/18

Medical:

23-May-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 5:10 PM

DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: Reported to be 1 years old. Dentition and bulk are more consistent with a 3-8 year old cat.
Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg – MC placed

History : Surrendered with 1 other cat, no health concerns reported

Subjective: Alert in kennel.

Observed Behavior – Hisses and yowls when approached, very tense, stares at handler. Pt was restrained with a towel but she tried to escape, and continually yowled.

Sedated pt with Dexdomitor 0.4 ml IM and butorphanol 0.15 ml IM for exam.

Evidence of Cruelty seen – None

Evidence of Trauma seen – None

Objective
BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 8/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: Moderate tartar, mild gingivitis
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Soft, not distended, no masses palpated
U/G: Female, ventral abd linear scar present that is consistent with spay scar
MSI: Recently clipped fur on tailhead – regrowing, normal underlying skin. Ventral abd/inguinal region is alopecic, quiet underlying skin. Otherwise healthy hair coat. Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted.
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: Normal externally

Assessment:
1. Obese
2. Dental disease
3. Regrowing fur near tailhead – R/O recent grooming, possibly secondary to mats
4. Alopecic ventrum – R/O barbering, possibly due to stress

Prognosis: Fair

Plan:
1. Extended gabapentin 0.6 ml PO BID x3 days
2. Recommend weight loss of 3-4 lbs
3. Recommend daily tooth brushing and regular dental cleanings
4. Focus on stress reduction in new household, monitor barbering
Behavior:

Animal Behavior Saved At: 25-May-2018 15:43:20.000
Animal ID:
28847
Animal Name: Archer
Age: 5 Years (approx)
Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Gender: Female
Spayed / Neutered: Yes
Handler:
Observer:
Behavior Assessment Date:
5/25/2018
Retest Date:

Retest Reason:

Next Test Date:

KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 3 adults, 2 teenagers, 1 cat
Behavior toward strangers: friendly
Behavior toward children: Archer was previously around a 1 year old. He was affectionate with the baby and tried to lay down on her shoulder or sit on her lap.
Behavior toward cats: Archer lived with his one year old brother. He was very affectionate with the other cat. They would sometimes play somewhat rough.
Behavior toward dogs: Archer has been around a small female dog. He was friendly with the dog, and would play along with the dog when his owner brought out a laser pointer.
Bite or Scratch history: none
Litter box trained: yes
Energy level/descriptors: Very high energy level, confident, playful
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
5/23/18 Observed Behavior – Hisses and yowls when approached, very tense, stares at handler. Pt was restrained with a towel but she tried to escape, and continually yowled.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
5/24/18
Curled up in litter box, eyes wide and dilated, started lip licking when spoken to. Seemed anxious. Lay in place when door opened, sniffed treats, but didn’t eat. Leaned into pets, purred, closed eyes. Needs time to acclimate.
Cage Condition:
No change
Reaction to assessor:
Archer remain neutral, crouched position in his litter box with head up during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Archer becomes alert with eyes wide open.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Archer remains immobile in place, looking around with ears erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:
Archer accepts a brief touch on the head then growls while ears turn sideways, hisses and sits upright to swat at the assessor’s hand.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Laid back
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Curious

Timid

Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Archer tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home who understands this cat may need time to warm up to her new home and family at her own pace.
Profile:

Animal Behaviour Saved At: 5/22/2018
Animal ID: 28847
Animal Name: Archer
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Date of Intake
22-May-2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?
No
If yes, Please elaborate:
Archer is not having litter box issues.
Basic Information:
Archer is a 1 year old gray tabby domestic short hair cat. He lived with his previous owner for one year. He was surrendered when his owner lost her home.
Previously lived with:
3 adults, 2 teenagers, 1 cat
How is this cat around strangers?
Archer is friendly around strangers.
How is this cat around children?
Archer was previously around a 1 year old. He was affectionate with the baby and tried to lay down on her shoulder or sit on her lap.
How is this cat around other cats?
Archer lived with his one year old brother. He was very affectionate with the other cat. They would sometimes play somewhat rough.
How is this cat around dogs?
Archer has been around a small female dog. He was friendly with the dog, and would play along with the dog when his owner brought out a laser pointer.
Behavior Notes
Archer scratches on his owners wood cabinets. He is relaxed during car rides. He isn’t bothered if hes bathed, brushed, held, or disturbed while sleeping. He struggles when he’s being put in a carrier.
Bite history:
Archer has never bitten a person or an animal.
Energy level/descriptors:
Very high energy level, confident, playful
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
Medical Notes
Upon intake, Archer has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know
Guinness was kept as an indoors only cat. He used to follow his owner around the house when he was hungry. At other times, he’d stay in his favorite spot. He eats both wet and dry food twice a day. He likes to sleep on top of cabinets. He doesn’t have any favorite treats, but his owner states that friskies brand treats and food upset his stomach. He uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. He uses a scratching post made out of carpet and wood. He likes to play with laser pointers.

Behavior Notes:

Upon intake, Archer did not want to get out of his carrier. He kept on backing into his carrier when I tried to collar him. His eyes were dilated. He had to be tilted out of the carrier. When he was outside, he curled up and tucked his tail tightly around his body. He allowed me to collar him and put him in a kennel.

A staff member writes, “Hey, Archer here. I’m a master of espionage. I was sent on a super secret mission that my mother, Mallory, sent me on and I may have taken a wrong turn or two. I believe Lana may have sabotaged me somehow. Either way, I’ve changed my current mission to reconnaissance this facility I’m currently in. I can’t seem to figure what these humans are doing, but the food here isn’t bad at all. Lana!!! Dang, she can’t hear me. I swear to god I had something for this! Listen, help a handsome guy like me out. I’ll boop your nose. You know you want it. Sploosh!”

CAME IN WITH SIBLING:

Guinness – 28846

 

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