BEE BEE – 19697
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*** SAFE 02/06/18 *** BEE BEE is an older girl whose owner reported to be 16 but shelter thinks is more like 10 yrs old. She has multiple issues which need further medical eval. BEE BEE may have pyometra or an abdominal mass – she also needs to be checked for renal disease and also has dental issues. BEE BEE needs immediate care and a special adopter! Please give this older girl a new home where she can get the care needed.
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Bee Bee. My animal id is #19697. I am a female 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 owner surrender on 01-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- no time for animal.
Original Location: 10026
Bee Bee 19697 is at risk for medical concerns. X-rays show that there is a mass in her abdomen which would need further diagnostics and potentially surgery. Please see doctor notes for further information.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 7.8 lbs
1/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: reported 16, changed to 10. older cat for sure Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : o surrender Subjective: abdomen very full–feels like pregnancy but due to age pyometra is possible Observed Behavior -vocal, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T =100.7 P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:moderate tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: full abdomen, possible uterus filled with fluid U/G: intact female, reported MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: possible pyometra or abdominal dz Prognosis:fair Plan:abdominal rads SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to age (unless pyo confirmed)
1/02/2018
Hx: Surrendered, reported to be 16 but the intake exam was consistent with 10-16 years. No health problems reported. Intake exam showed concern for enlarged abdomen. S: Alert, hisses, allows most handling but scratches and bites when he is restrained heavily O: BAR, BCS 5/9, MMs pink and moist EENT: No discharge OU, AU, nose. Severe tartar and gingivitis. PLNs: Not significantly enlarged. H/L: NSR, NMA. Eupnic, quiet lung sounds. Abd: Full, slightly distended. No pain on palpation. M/S/I: Amb x4. No skin lesions noted. UG: Female, intact, no mammary masses Neuro: Alert and appropriate, no sign neurological deficiencies A: 1. Possible pyometra vs. abd mass vs. other 2. Geriatric 3. Dental disease Short-term prognosis: Fair P: 1. CBC/chemistry 2. Sedate for abd rads – 0.2 ml Dexdomitor IM 3. —pt started vomiting after Dexdomitor – give 0.35 ml Cerenia SQ 1088
1/02/2018
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Age] It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
1/02/2018
Abd rads: uterus not visualized. Bladder full. Kidneys slightly round in shape. Food in stomach and in distal esophagus. Thoracic rads: no sign of pulm neoplasia CBC: unremarkable. Very low platelets – R/O machine error. Chemistry: azotemia (BUN 41, creat 1.8), hyperphosphatemia (9.6), hypernatremia (170) Cannot palpate bladder for urine collection ASSESSMENT: 1. Abd fullness – R/O big meal, no signs of pathology 2. Azotemia, dehydration – R/O pre-renal vs. CKD vs. other 3. Dental disease PLAN: 1. Administered 200 ml LRS SQ 2. Monitor in MMB overnight; consider repeating chemistry tomorrow or in a few days with side-by-side urinalysis to evaluate for renal disease 1088
2/02/2018
Subjective: BAR, Large amount of urine in litter box, Water and food bowl empty (PD/PP) at 5:30 pm, R = WNL BCS = 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities U/G – Did not collect urine today for urinalysis. Replace litter with crystals and collect tomorrow Assessment: Pre renal vs renal azotemia (CKD) vs other Plan: 1) Collect urine for urinalysis tomorrow February 3rd 2) Consider placing on fluids or giving SQ fluids on Feb 3rd
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, Bee Bee was meowing quietly and curious about the environment. Bee Bee appreciated petting and was receptive to all handling.
Basic Information:: Bee Bee is an approximately 16 year old unaltered female domestic short hair that the owner got as a gift when Bee Bee was just a kitten. The owner is surrendering because he has no time for Bee Bee due to his new job. The owner has never taken Bee Bee to the veterinarian and she does not have any injuries or health problems that the owner knows about.
Previously lived with:: adults
How is this cat around strangers?: Bee Bee is very shy around strangers and will remain shy for a few minutes then she eventually comes out.
How is this cat around children?: Bee Bee has never been around children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Bee Bee has never been around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Bee Bee has never been around dogs.
Behavior Notes: Bee Bee meows during car rides. The owner has never bathed Bee Bee or trimmed her nails. Bee Bee enjoys being brushed and being picked up and held. Bee Bee is not bothered when she is put into a carrier or when she is disturbed when she sleeps.
Bite history:: Bee Bee has never bitten or scratched another animal or person.
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
For a New Family to Know: Bee Bee is described as mellow and independent. The owner’s favorite thing about Bee Bee is her independence. Bee Bee’s favorite thing to do is ask her owner for food. When the owner is home, Bee Bee follows him around. Bee Bee has been kept indoors only. Bee Bee sleeps under the owner’s bed. Bee Bee is fed 9 lives wet food, 2 cans a day. Bee Bee uses an uncovered litter box with crystal litter.
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