BOSAL – 17656
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***SAFE 01/18/18 *** WATCH HIS VIDEO! BOSAL is a friendly boy who likes petting but seems uncomfortable around other animals. He needs a home asap.
MANHATTAN CENTER
Hello, my name is Bosal. My animal id is #17656. I am a desexed male black cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 05-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as animal health – other.
Original Location: 10469
Bosal is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with Upper Respiratory Infection, which is contagious to other cats. behaviorally, we have no concerns for Bosal, whom we believe would be suitable to most homes.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.5 lbs
6/01/2018
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020019252376 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: friendly and enjoys petting but tense around other aniamls Sex: neutered male Estimated Age: appx 4y Subjective: seemingly healthy animal but has dried diarrhea on tail and back legs, no pain on ab palp Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: mild staining Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5.5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy cat Plan: DVM intake
7/01/2018
Fecal exam- no ova or parasites seen on microscopic fecal examination
7/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Approximately 2-4 years old based on general appearance and dentition Microchip noted on Intake? No, MC placed History : Stray found in building, reported vomiting and diarrhea with possible hematochezia Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior – Quiet, allows full exam Objective BAR, mm pink, BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: very mild tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat with some dried stool/debris caudally CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Externally normal Assessment: Apparently healthy, but reported vomiting and diarrhea Prognosis: Pending diagnostics Plan: Chemistry, CBC when able, monitor for vomiting/diarrhea
8/01/2018
Finder reported vomiting and diarrhea over the several day that she had him; no concerns regarding BCS on hydration noted on intake S/O -QAR, docile, allows handling -good appetite -soft but formed stool noted in box -no nasal discharge or sneezing -OU: open and clear -soft abdomen A 1. h/o vomiting/diarrhea-r/o stress vs parasites vs IBD vs other P -unable to run blood work today as machine is not functioning; at this time, do not suspect systemic illness but if vomiting and diarrhea are noted frequently in the future, then it would be warranted -fortiflora SID x 7 days -monitor for diarrhea, vomiting
10/01/2018
Great appetite today – no vomiting or diarrhea in kennel and none reported. CTM. 1088
10/01/2018
Finder noted v/d, none seen since intake S/O -QAR, docile, allows handling -good appetite -sneezing, serous nasal discharge -OU: mild blepharospasm -eupnic -no v/d noted or reported A 1. URI 2. h/o v/d-r/o stress vs parasites vs other; appears resolved P -move to isolation -cerenia 0.4 ml SQ SID x 2 days -suspect URI is viral in nature so will not treat with antibiotics unless mucoid nasal discharge develops or course is prolonged/severe
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
During intake, Bosal had a loose body, allowed all handling, collaring, and picking up. However, when trying to take out of cage for transport, he became tense and would growl and hiss. He had to be scuffed to be removed from kennel.
Is this cat having litter box issues?: Yes
Basic Information:: Bosal is a 4-year old, Black, Male, Domestic Short Hair Cat. He was found as a stray in a building lobby. He was then surrendered to ACC NYC by the individual who found him in the building lobby, due to potential health concerns for a visiting cat and the stray cat as the individual that surrendered him was caring for him in the apartment.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Bosal has been having litter-box issues; every time that Bosal has attempted to use the litter-box for the past known 2-3 days, he misses the litter box, and his stools are very loose.
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers, Bosal is generally friendly/outgoing. He may also be fearful and shy at first, but, then warm up to them once he smells them and becomes familiar with their scent.
How is this cat around children?: There is no known history of Bosal interacting with children. When the individual that surrendered him was caring for him, he did not spend time and nor did he interact with any children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Around other cats, he is relaxed, respectful, and very tolerant. At first he may become fearful of them, but once he becomes more comfortable around them and more familiar with their scent, then he will be less scared of them. For the couple of days that he was being cared for by the individual that surrendered him, there was a visitor that brought his cat with him, and he did not hiss, growl, or become defensive towards the other cat.
How is this cat around dogs?: There is no known history of Bosal interacting with dogs. When the individual that had surrendered him was caring for him, he did not spend time and nor did he interact with any dogs.
Behavior Notes: Bosal has no record of ever having bitten someone, nor another animal. In the past couple of days, he has had frequent litter box accidents, possibly due to having severe diarrhea. When he is was in the apartment of the individual that surrendered him, he would hide under the table when he would hear a loud noise nearby. The individual that surrendered him came to the Bronx Admissions Center was driven to the location by a friend. In the car, he was mostly sleeping/relaxed. However, he was fearful, at first. While the cat was in the apartment of the individual that surrendered him, he would have litter box problems, daily. He would poop outside the box for the duration of his stay. During his care by the individual that surrendered him, he was not taken to a veterinarian about his litter box issues, his vomiting, and nor his diarrhea. During his care by the individual that surrendered him, he was given a bath, where he reacted in a fearful way, and he struggled. If someone were to brush his coat, he would enjoy it and not be bothered by it. If someone were to pick him up and hold, he would not be bothered by it. If someone were to put him in a carrier, he would struggle, hiss, and be afraid. If someone were to bother him, he would enjoy it and not be bothered by it.
Bite history:: There is no known history of Bosal having bitten another animal, or person.
Energy level/descriptors:: Low activity level
Medical Notes: Bosal has had frequent diarrhea and has frequently vomited in the past couple of days.
For a New Family to Know: Bosal can be described as friendly, affectionate, mellow, quiet, but sometimes shy and fearful. He has a low activity level. Some favorite things about him are that he nibbles on people’s toes and paws at them to try to get their attention. His favorite activities are lounging and exploring unfamiliar surroundings. When home, he will usually follow you around or lay on the bed. While he was in the care of the individual that surrendered him, he was provided with stuffed toys to play with, but he did not interact with any of the toys while there. Bosal will usually sleep on the bed, or near the litter box. While he was in the care of the individual that surrendered him, he was given both dry and wet food, of the friskies brand. He was fed dry food for most of the duration of his stay, and the plate was just re-filled every time it was either almost empty. He was fed wet food as a treat. While he was in the care of the individual that surrendered him, he would often have litter box accidents. While he was in the care of the individual that surrendered him, he was provided with a uncovered litter box, and clay litter to relieve himself.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Found as a stray, but the finder kept him in their home for a few days Previously lived with: Two adults and one cat Behavior toward strangers: May be shy initially, but warms up and becomes friendly and outgoing Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Fearful initially, but becomes relaxed, respectful, and very tolerant Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, but has been having accidents due to a possible medical issue Energy level/descriptors: Bosal can be described as friendly, affectionate, mellow, quiet, but sometimes shy and fearful with a low activity level. Other notes: Some favorite things about him are that he nibbles on people’s toes and paws at them to try to get their attention. When home, he will usually follow you around or lay on the bed.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 01/07/18 Observed Behavior – Quiet, allows full exam
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Bosal was lying down and appears sleepy upon approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Bosal’s eyes widen slightly and he looks around.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Bosal remains soft and relaxed.
Reaction to touch:: Bosal accepts petting and was indifferent initially, but he warms up after and lifts his rear when pet. He leans in for cheek and chin rubs, rolls over, and purrs.
Reaction to being picked up:: Bosal remains calm and allows handling.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Calm,Sweet,Easy going
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Inappropriate elimination
Potential challenges comments:: Bosal’s finder reports he has been defecating outside the litter box. He was reported to always attempt to go in the litter box, but ends up missing. Please note that his finder reports he had been vomiting and had diarrhea during that time, which may be influencing these accidents. We cannot be sure whether this behavior will continue in a home environment after treatment for the medical condition has been completed, but we recommend that potential adopters be comfortable with management and modification techniques for elimination outside the litter box should this behavior continue in a home environment.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Average
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Bosal 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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