ASH – 14457
Safe - 12-3-2017 Manhattan Rescue: The Odd Cat Sanctuary Please honor your pledges: http://www.theoddcatsanctuary.com/donate.html
*** SAFE 12/03/17 *** Poor ASH was found by police in an apartment with his deceased owner. He is very upset at being brought to the shelter. Ash is about 10 years old and already neutered. The sooner he gets a new home the better. Can you help?
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Ash. My animal id is #14457. I am a desexed male gray cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 23-Nov-2017.
Ash is at risk for behavior concerns (Experience adult only determination). Hisses and focuses on people and surroundings. Tolerates gentle petting, but continues to hiss and growl throughout interaction.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 17 lbs
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative (through carrier), could not place Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: hissing and swatting when approached, spitting, could not handle without net, limited exam Sex: possibly intact male, could not palpate, visual only Estimated Age: appx 10y Subjective: overweight older cat, found in deceased owner’s home, exposed to deceased’s bodily fluids (given bedding to “wash” on but could not physically groom cat) Eyes: slight opacity Ears: clean Oral Exam: mild to moderate staining with some wear Heart: could not auscultate Lungs: could not auscultate Abdomen: fatty, WNL Musculoskeletal: overweight 7/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly older animal with high stress level Plan: DVM intake, Sx if indicated, CT and MC at time of surgery or when calm
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Microchip noted on Intake? None History : Brought in by NYPD found in apartment w/deceased owner Subjective: Observed Behavior – Very aggressive. Lunging and striking in cage. Examined in net, minimal exam possible Evidence of Cruelty seen – None observed Evidence of Trauma seen – None observed Objective T = Not possible P = wnl-did get to auscultate limmed R = wnl BCS 7/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears -ne, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NE PLN: NE H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN nsf MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: overwgt Prognosis: good Plan: if needs further detailed PE or dx will need sedation
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
KNOWN HISTORY:: Ash was brought in without information on their behavior history or tendencies in a home environment
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior – Very aggressive. Lunging and striking in cage. Examined in net, minimal exam possible
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Ash hisses and focuses on the assessor and his surroundings, looking around with dilated eyes.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Ash continues to hiss and starts to growl.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Ash continues to hiss and remains stiff and alert.
Reaction to touch:: Ash sniffs the assessor’s hand and was hesitant of touch, shifting away to avoid it, but he allows gentle petting with a very slow approach. He continues to hiss and growl when pet, but he lies down and tolerates petting.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Ash has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide him with the chance to move closer, investigate, or interact with you. Be sure to offer incentive such as treats or play time whenever the cat makes a small positive step. Please speak to an adoption counselor for additional information on methods to desensitize your cat to their fear stimulus.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Ash tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He will need time to warm up to his new home and family. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.
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