CASPER – 16811

STATEN ISLAND CENTER

Casper 16811

Location: Staten Island

Intake Date: 12/23/17

Intake Type: Owner Surrender

Medical Behavior: Blue

Sex: Neutered

Age: 5 years

Weight: 10 lbs

Zip Code: 10305

 

Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
28-Dec-2017
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 2:47 PM

[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: 5 years

History : owner surrender

Subjective:

Observed Behavior – tense, growling during exam

Evidence of Cruelty seen -no

Evidence of Trauma seen -no

Objective

BCS 5/9

EENT: Eyes clear, AU-brown waxy debris, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: mild dental calc and gingivitis
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: MN
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, flea dirt, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities

Assessment
flea dirt- treated with effipro 12/23/17
mild gingivitis

Plan:
Prognosis: good
VET 991385

23-Dec-2017
LVT Intake
L V T Notes: 6:43 PM

Scan positive 985113000063790
BARH
AMBX4
Nervous,but allowed handling
Neutered~5yrs
EENT:WNL
Overweight
Mild gingivitis/tartar
Nosf

 

This behavior note was written by the previous owner of this pet. Animal Care Centers of NYC provides this as a guide for optimal pet placement.
Please use these notes in conjunction with the information provided by NYCACC.

Animal ID: 16811

Animal Name: Casper

Breed: Domestic Short Hair

This animal came from:

Origin Address

Basic Information:
Casper is a 6 year old neutered male that has no previous or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner has had Scootie for 6 years but had to surrender due to personal problems.
Previously lived with:
1 Adult
How is this cat around strangers?
Around strangers, Casper is shy for a few minutes at first but once comfortable, she plays gently.
How is this cat around children?
Owner did not have any children in the home so behavior is unknown
How is this cat around other cats?
Owner had another male cat in the home a neutered male and stated that Casperwas always relaxed and respectful around the other animal.
How is this cat around dogs?
Casper has never been around any dogs so behavior is unknown
Behavior Notes
Casper is afraid and will struggle to run away when the owner would try to give him a bath, trim his nails, brush his coat, pick him up and hold him, put him into a carrier or disturb him while sleeping
Bite history:
Casper does not have a bite history
Energy level/descriptors:
High
For a New Family to Know
Casper is described as friendly, mellow, shy around new people, independent and talkative. In the home, Casper liked to follow the owner around from room to room. He was kept indoors only and is litter box trained. In the home, he used an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. Owner had a scratching post made of cardboard in the home and stated that Casper would not scratch on the post.

 

 

This information is supplied as a guide only based on the history supplied to us and on our observations of the animal in the shelter. Animal Care Centers of NYC, its employees and agents accept no responsibility in the event that the animal behaved differently from its description above nor are any guarantees made in respect of its future behavior.

Animal Behavior Saved At: 27-Dec-2017 9:24:15.000

Animal ID:
16811

Animal Name: Casper
Age: 5 Years 1 Week

Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair

Gender: Male
Spayed / Neutered: Yes

Handler: 990828
Observer:

Behavior Assessment Date:
12/26/2017

Retest Date:

Retest Reason:

Next Test Date:

KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 1 adult, and another cat
Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few minutes, but will play gently once comfortable
Behavior toward children: Unknown
Behavior toward cats: Relaxed and affectionate around resident cat
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown
Bite or Scratch history: None
Litter box training: Yes, uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter.
Energy level/descriptors: Casper is described as friendly, mellow, shy around new people, independent and talkative with a high activity level.
Other notes: In the home, Casper liked to follow the owner around from room to room.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
Nervous,but allowed handling

Cage Condition:
Cage is neat

Reaction to assessor:
Casper appeared neutral and looks at the assessor.

Reaction when softly spoken to:
Casper continues to look at the assessor and slow blinks.

Reaction to cage door opening:
Casper remains in place.

Reaction to touch:
Casper initially hissed and growled, but allowed petting.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Moderate

VOCAL:
Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE:
Shy

Sweet

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
Fearful

Potential challenges comments:
Casper has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may be uncomfortable with extended 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:
Experience

Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Casper tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter. He may need time to warm up to his new home and family. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.

Recommendations

Adoption Recommendations:

Comments:

Suitability With Children:

Other:
12/27/17 Behavior: Experience

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