BUSTER – 8510
Safe - 10-28-2017 Manhattan Rescue: Anjellicle Cats Rescue Please honor your pledges: http://bit.ly/buster8510
***SAFE 10/28/17*** SHY BUSTER PLAYS NICE WITH OTHER CATS AND NEEDS A HOME OF HIS OWN!! BUSTER was brought in as a “stray” however he did live in a home according to the person dropping him off. Buster is said to be shy but was friendly and gentle around other kitties. He may not have gotten much attention where he came from and needs someone who can coax him out of his shell on his own terms. BUSTER is only about 2 yrs old and already neutered. He has been leaning into petting and purring for his caretakers at the shelter but now due to a cold he must exit now! PLEASE GIVE BUSTER A HAPPILY EVER AFTER BY RESERVING HIM BEFORE NOON!!
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Buster. My animal id is #8510. I am a desexed male gray tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 3 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 01-Oct-2017.
Buster 8510 is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult-only determination). He initially displayed fearful behaviors and focused on his surroundings. Over the course of a few days, however, he slowly started warming up to his caretakers, leaning in for pets and purred. He still appears to be a bit wary of his surroundings and may need time to warm up to his new home and family. There is no noted medical condition for Buster at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.1 lbs
[DVM Intake] Estimated age:reported to be 2 years; age consistent with exam Microchip noted on Intake? History :owner surrender because he is unsocialized and hides in fear around the house Subjective:QAR Observed Behavior -shy/unsocialized, acts like he will flee but allows handling Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective BCS=5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam:mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; minimal tartar/staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:appears grossly normal Assessment Healthy adult Prognosis:good Plan: no treatment needed SURGERY: neutered
[DVM Intake] Estimated age:1-2 Microchip noted on Intake? History :stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -tense, allowed exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 200 R = wnl BCS= EENT: od epiphora, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam:clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, , Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: conjunctivitis Prognosis:good Plan:terramycin ou bid x7 d
Conjunctivitis noted on intake, started on terramycin OU BID S/O QAR, resting comfortably OU-blepharospasm, severely increased epiphora-looks worse than previous brief exam mild serous nasal discharge eupnic A URI/conjunctivitis P move to isolation doxycycline 0.8 ml PO SID x 10 days extend terramycin OU recheck in 5 days
Cage exam: BAR, no oculonasal discharge or signs of URI. Previous conjunctivitis resolved
Day 5 of doxycycline and extended course of terramycin. Today pt is alert in kennel. no ocular or nasal discharge. Okay to move out of isolation! 1088
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, Buster was very scared and his eyes were completely dilated, he was moving to the back of the carrier when he was approached. Buster was not collared and his picture was taken from inside the carrier.
Basic Information:: The profile is very limited as Buster was not surrendered by the owner. Buster is a 2 year old neutered domestic short hair. Buster is being surrendered because he is not well socialized and hides in fear at home. Buster was last at the vet last year for a routine exam and to be neutered.
How is this cat around strangers?: Buster is shy around strangers.
How is this cat around children?: Buster has never been around children and he does not play with adults.
How is this cat around other cats?: Buster is friendly to other cats and plays gentle with them.
How is this cat around dogs?: Buster has never been around dogs.
Bite history:: Buster bit someone a week ago and drew blood.
For a New Family to Know: Buster is shy and fearful. Buster has a low energy level. When Buster is home, he stays hidden. Buster has been kept indoors only. Buster sleeps under the bed. Buster is fed wet and dry food of any brand, twice a day. Buster uses a covered litter box with clumping litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Buster was brought in with limited information on his behavior in a home environment. He was reported to be fearful in the home and will hide. He is shy around strangers, but is friendly with other cats and will play gently with them. Buster was described as a shy and fearful cat, with a low activity level. He was kept indoors only and usually hides in the home. He uses a covered litter box with clumping litter.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -tense, allowed exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 10/2/17 Resting in litter box, eyes wide, a little tense. Became piloerect, eyes dilated, and lowered head when someone entered the room. Seemed really scared. Slowly sniffed assess-a-hand, tolerated cheek pets, leaned away from over-head pets. 10/3/17 Crouched at back, under kuranda bed, a little tense, wide-eyed. Lay in place when door opened. Sniffed assess-a-hand, tolerated all pets. Seems unsure of surroundings. 10/4/17 Progress! Resting on kuranda bed, eyes dilated, wary. Lay in place, started looking around when door opened. Startled and tensed when new person entered the room. Sniffed hand, allowed, then started leaning into pets! 10/5/17 Resting on kuranda bed, eyes a little dilated. Right eye appears squinty. Lay in place when door opened. Sniffed hand, slowly leaned into pets. Still a little wary, but seems much less scared overall.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Buster looks at the assessor and appears calm and relaxed.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Buster squints one eye and remains in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Buster hisses and becomes stiff and alert.
Reaction to touch:: Buster focuses on the assessor’s hand, but he slowly sniffs it when extended. He allows gentle petting with a slow approach, but remains tense and seems uncomfortable.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Buster has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. 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
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Buster 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 and family. 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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