BERNARD – 21700

MANHATTAN CENTER

Bernard 21700

Care Center Location: Manhattan  

ZIP Code From: 10029

Intake Type: Stray

Medical Behavior: Green

Age: 6 years

Sex: Neutered male

Weight: 22 lbs

 

Medical:

DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: 6y
Microchip noted on Intake?
Microchip Number (If Applicable):

History : stray, found 2 days ago in the hallway of building

Subjective: BAR. Friendly, well behaved during PE and med handling, no signs of aggression. Difficult to restrain laterally due to obesity, and this stressed pet out. Attempted blood draw from cephalic vein, but this also stressed pet out and he started open mouth breathing. Aborted blood draw. Pet calmed down and was fine.

Observed Behavior –

Evidence of Cruelty seen – n

Evidence of Trauma seen – n

Objective

T =
P = wnl
R = 44 bpm
BCS 9/9

EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: mild gingivitis and dental calculus
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2. Lungs clear, increased inspiratory effort
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated. Difficult to palp due to obesity
U/G: MN
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted. Dirty unkempt hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: normal externally

Assessment : 6yo MN DSH
Obese

Prognosis: fair

Plan:
ctm at macc until transfer/adoption
Recommend weight loss

SURGERY: neutered

 

Behavior:

KNOWN HISTORY:
Bernard was brought in as a stray, so we don’t have any behavioral history or tendencies in a home environment.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
2/26/18 Subjective: Friendly, well behaved during PE and med handling, no signs of aggression. Difficult to restrain laterally due to obesity, and this stressed pet out.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
2/27/18
Curled up on bedding facing back, eyes dilated. Lay in place when door opened, looked over shoulder, minor lip licking. Leaned slightly into pets, purred quietly. Seemed unsure of surroundings.

2/28/18
Sitting up at back of cubby, pressed against wall, seemed uncomfortable. Sat in place when door opened, started lip licking. Allowed pets, eyes started wandering, minor tail flicking. Showed no interest in treats.

3/1/18
Remains resting in place, looking around during the approach. Allows the touch and enjoys the petting along the body while purring.
Cage Condition:
No change
Reaction to assessor:
Bernard remains neutral, resting in his cage cubby during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Bernard remains in place, ears erect and forward.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Eyes widen, looking around from the same position.
Reaction to touch:
Bernard loosens up after a few strokes and slowly closes eyes while purring in place.
Reaction to being picked up:
He squirms during the pickup and remains in place.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Laid back
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Calm

Sweet
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Average
Behavior Asilomar
H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Bernard 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.

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