BELLA SWAN – 30067

Medical:

3-Jun-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 5:05 PM

DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: Reported 13 years old – exam is consistent with this
Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned neg – MC placed

History : Surrendered. Urinated on pt’s bed recently – just once though.

Subjective: Alert, meows when in carrier and on exam table

Observed Behavior – Tense, allows handling. Does not warm up. Hisses once or twice.

Evidence of Cruelty seen – None

Evidence of Trauma seen – None

Objective
BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 7/9
EENT: Eyes clear, mild brown discharge AU. No nasal or ocular discharge noted.
Oral Exam: Moderate to severe tartar and gingivitis – cracked off several large pieces of tartar during the exam.
PLN: No significant enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Slightly tense, not distended, no masses palpated
U/G: Female reported spayed. Linear ventral abd scar (consistent with spay scar) faintly palpated.
MSI: 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. Overweight
2. Severe dental disease
3. Geriatric

Prognosis: Fair-good

Plan:
1. Recommend weight loss of 1-2 lbs
2. Recommend dental cleaning and daily tooth brushing
Behavior:

Animal Behavior Saved At: 6-Jun-2018 12:37:10.000
Animal ID:
30067
Animal Name: Bella Swan
Age: 13 Years
Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Gender: Female
Spayed / Neutered: Yes
Handler:
Observer:
Behavior Assessment Date:
6/6/2018
Retest Date:

Retest Reason:

Next Test Date:

KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 4 adults
Behavior toward strangers: Bella Swan is shy for a few hours around strangers but will warm up after that. She will eventually play excitedly with adults.
Behavior toward children: Bella Swan does not like children. She has been around a 2.5 year old whom she hides from. She does not play with children.
Bite or Scratch history: none
Litter box trained: yes
Energy level/descriptors: Medium
Other notes: Bella Swan is described as assertive, independent, aloof, and talkative.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
6/3/18 Observed Behavior – Tense, allows handling. Does not warm up. Hisses once or twice.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
Resting on shelf, soft posture, eyes dilated possibly due to age, looking around. Sniffed hand through the bars, stood when door opened. Leaned into pets, eyes almost closed, seemed sleepy.
Cage Condition:
No change
Reaction to assessor:
Bella Swan remains neutral, resting on her cage bedding during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Bella Swan becomes alert with soft eyes, looking around.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Bella Swan stands with tail high, engages the front with relaxed ears and forward.
Reaction to touch:
Bella Swan head rubs and body leans into the assessor’s hand while appreciating the interaction.
Reaction to being picked up:
She becomes antsy then jumps back into the cage.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Mellow
VOCAL:
Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE:
Social

Sweet

Curious
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Average
Behavior Asilomar
H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Bella Swan 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.
 

Profile:

Animal Behaviour Saved At: 6/3/2018
Animal ID: 30067
Animal Name: Bella Swan
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Spay/Neuter status
Yes
Date of Intake
3-Jun-2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?
Yes
If yes, Please elaborate:
Bella Swan had one incident where she urinated on the owner’s bed (Friday 6/1/18).
Basic Information:
Bella Swan is a 13 year old spayed female gray tabby. She was surrendered due to multiple behavioral issues in the home (scratching furniture and one instance of urinating on owner’s bed).
Previously lived with:
4 adults
How is this cat around strangers?
Bella Swan is shy for a few hours around strangers but will warm up after that. She will eventually play excitedly with adults.
How is this cat around children?
Bella Swan does not like children. She has been around a 2.5 year old whom she hides from. She does not play with children.
How is this cat around other cats?
Bella Swan has not been around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?
Bella Swan has not been around dogs.
Behavior Notes
Bella Swan will scratch furniture. She had one litter box accident in which she urinated on the owner’s bed. She will meows loudly in the car. The owner had never attempted to give the cat a bath, trim her nails, or pick her up and hold up. She will struggle when trying to place her into a carrier. She is not bothered when disturbed while sleeping or resting. She enjoys having her coat brushed.
Bite history:
Bella Swan has never bitten or scratched a human or another animal.
Energy level/descriptors:
Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
Medical Notes
Bella Swan had one instance of inappropriate elimination (urinating on owner’s bed). Owners did not seek medical attention for this issue, so it is unclear what the cause of this is.
For a New Family to Know
Bella Swan is described as assertive, independent, aloof, and talkative. When you are home, Bella Swan likes to be in her favorite spot, the window sill. She likes wand toys with feathers at the end and catnip toys. She also likes to play with rubber bands. She has been kept indoors only. She will either sleep in the bed with the owner or on the couch. She has been eating just dry Deli Cat food. She is served 1 cup per day and will eat throughout the day. She will eat salmon or tuna as a treat. She uses the litter box, but recently had one incident where she urinated on the owner’s bed. Her litter box was hooded and has Costco brand clumping litter. She will scratch on a diagonal scratching post made of cardboard and on the furniture (mainly the couch), as well. Bella Swan’s favorite thing to do is look out the window and watch the stray cats and birds.

Behavior Notes:

Upon intake, Bella Swan allowed all handling, but did attempt to flee multiple times so I was unable to get a photograph in admissions. She tried to either run behind objects or leap from the counter. She was flicking her tail sharply with it raised up.

A volunteer writes:
When I first came on my shift I noticed an endearing and pretty face peering at me behind a cubby hole. I opened the main door and voila, she emerged, checking me out from a distance. I spent some time talking softly and then offered treats; she came toward me but did not take the treats. She had barely been here one day, and hadn’t cased the joint yet. When I went back an hour later, I found that she had eaten the treats. I gave her more. This time she took them right in front of me, looking at me with that dear, dear face. She let me stroke her head and scratch her neck, rubbing against my hand with her face. This is a cat worthy of a home with someone with just a little patience and understanding. She is an endearing, sweet, curious and affectionate kitty.