BLAKE – 21268
Safe - 2-27-2018 Brooklyn
***SAFE 02/27/18*** PLAYFUL BUT SHY BLAKE WAS GOOD WITH CHILDREN AND OWNER DUMPED HIM FOR MOVING – NEEDS RESCUE NOW! Check Out Adorable Little 9-Month-Old Kitty Blake! BLAKE was left at the shelter by his owner when he was moving. He needs a furever home this time. BLAKE is the purrfect companion and wants to be your new best friend! RESERVE HIM BY NOON!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Blake. My animal id is #21268. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 9 months old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 21-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving – no pets allowed.
Original Location: 11355
Blake 21268 is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult-Only determination). He tolerates brief touch, but remains uncomfortable and fearful with interaction and is not thriving in the busy care center. He has no medical concerns at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 5 lbs
21/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:7-9 m Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -allows exam, nervous Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:2 testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
22/02/2018
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by ASPCA. Green linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
During intake Blake was calm and quiet. Blake allowed to be scanned and collared with no problem but remained shy.
Basic Information:: Blake is a male black 9 month old DSh. Owner has had Blake for 9 months and is surrendering because of too many pet and they are moving.
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers Blake is friendly.
How is this cat around children?: Blakehas not lived with children but has interacted with children the ages of 6 and 9. Around children Blake is relaxed and plays gently.
How is this cat around other cats?: Blake has lived with other cats and is respectful towards them. Blake plays gently with the other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Blake was relaxed and affectionate with the dog in the house.
Behavior Notes: Blake has never been given a bath or been brushed. Blake is afraid of getting his nails trimmed but will allow you to do it. Blake is afraid of being picked up and held and being placed in a carrier.
Bite history:: No known bite history
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
For a New Family to Know: Blake was described as playful and shy. Something unique that Blake does is that he drinks water with his paws. Blake enjoys Playing with laser pointers and sponges. When home with Blake he likes to stay in a favorite spot of his. Blake eats both wet and dry food meow mix and friskies. Blake is litter box trained and uses an uncovered litter box with scoop away litter. Blake has a scratching Post made of carpet that she uses but also likes to scratch on the door.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults, 20-24 cats Behavior toward strangers: Friendly Behavior toward children: Spent time around young children and was relaxed and playful Behavior toward cats: Relaxed and playful Behavior toward dogs: Relaxed and affectionate Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Playful and shy with a low activity level Other notes: He tolerates having his nails trimmed and is afraid of being picked up/held or being placed in a carrier
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/21/18 Allows exam, nervous
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 02/23/18 Tense, lying completely flat inside the litter box. He seems very uncomfortable and starts trembling when the kennel door opens. Hyper alert, dilated pupils. Enjoys party mix treats. Tolerates touch, but starts breathing rapidly. I draped a blanket over his kuranda bed so he has a hiding spot. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Blake was tense and crouched on top his kuranda bed, watching the assessor with wide, focused eyes.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Blake lowers his body and tries to avoid eye contact.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Blake lip licks and looks around the kennel for an exit.
Reaction to touch:: Blake tenses up and flinches when the assessor extends his hand out. He trembles when touched along his body and turns his head away trying to avoid further contact.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Blake 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 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:: Blake tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new 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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