BABY – 12637
Safe - 11-22-2017 Brooklyn Rescue: The Odd Cat Sanctuary Please honor your pledges: http://www.theoddcatsanctuary.com/donate.html
*** SAFE 11/22/17 *** BABY is a spayed girl whose owner left at the shelter. She would love a home for the holidays.
Information:
Baby is a white and black, DSH female, who was spayed prior to coming into the shelter. She has no known health issues or injuries, and last saw a vet a year ago. Baby had previously been in a home where she suffered abuse, so in her most recent home, her owner had been trying to rehabilitate Baby. She has been in this new home for one year.
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Baby. My animal id is #12637. I am a desexed female white cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 14-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour – aggressive towards people.
Baby is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult Only Determination). She has been fearful in care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior. She accepts some petting, but will show discomfort when she’s had enough attention.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 9.9 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior -Hisses in cage and tries to swat and bite when approached. Had to be netted and sedated for PE Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS-spay scar palpated when ventrum shaved, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c 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 Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Rec behavioral eval Telazol 0.1ml IM given for PE Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: spayed
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Baby was growling, hissing and swatting at counselor through the carrier. No handling was done.
Date of Intake: 11/14/2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Baby is a white and black, DSH female, who was spayed prior to coming into the shelter. She has no known health issues or injuries, and last saw a vet a year ago. Baby had previously been in a home where she suffered abuse, so in her most recent home, her owner had been trying to rehabilitate Baby. She has been in this new home for one year.
Previously lived with:: In home with owner
How is this cat around strangers?: Baby is fearful and hides whenever anyone enters the home.
How is this cat around children?: Baby has not spent time around children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Baby has spent time around bottle baby kittens and was reportedly affectionate and relaxed around them. She would be seen cuddling and licking the kittens.
How is this cat around dogs?: Baby is fearful of dogs and will run and hide whenever she is around them.
Behavior Notes: Baby’s owner has not bathed her and has not trimmed her nails. She has allowed her owner to brush her for short periods of time. She will struggle when they try to pick her up and she struggles to be put in a carrier.
Bite history:: Baby has no bite history
Energy level/descriptors:: Low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Baby is described as being mellow, shy, fearful and an independent cat. She never seeks attention and stays hidden most of the day. She likes to play with balls, catnip toys and any toys with bells. She has been an indoor cat, sleeps anywhere, and eats both wet and dry food. She is litter box trained using an uncovered box with clay litter. She uses a scratching post made of cardboard.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Behavior toward strangers: Fearful and hides Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Spent time with a young kitten and was very affectionate Behavior toward dogs: Fearful- will run and hide Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Mellow, shy, fearful and an independent with a low activity level Other notes: She allows being brushed for short periods of time. She will struggles when picked up or put in a carrier. She likes to play with balls, catnip toys and any toys with bells
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Hisses in cage and tries to swat and bite when approached
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/15/17 Crouched in litter box with a tense body, ears completely pulled back. Makes eye contact and hisses, then lowers body and begins to growl. Fur rises along back and tail. Does not currently allow handling, swats when touched. Needs more time to adjust. 11/16/17 Hunched over in kennel, ears flattened and body tense. Lowers body and begins to growl as I open the kennel door, turning head slowly to watch the bear-claw with eyes wide and pupils dilated. Fur rises along lower back and she continues to growl. Uncomfortable with interaction at this time. Limited interaction due to stress. Not interested in treats at the moment.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Baby was tense and alert, curled up inside her litter box.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Baby lifts her head up, makes eye contact then lip licks.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Baby hisses then shifts away to the other side of the double kennel.
Reaction to touch:: Baby arches her back, low growls and remains hyper focused on the assessor’s movements. She squints when touched, shrinks her body and tolerates gentle petting briefly before shifting away.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Baby has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide her 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:: Baby tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. She may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. 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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