CLAUDE MCKAY – 18771
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*** SAFE 01/25/18 *** DIABETIC – CLAUDE MCKAY or should we say “Claudette” is 10 years old and diabetic. She has lived with another cat and with children and has been respectful of both. We are hoping to find her a loving home with responsible folks who will care for her condition which does best on low carb wet food, cats can even go into remission or require lower doses. If you can help CLAUDE MCKAY, please email the Help Desk for rescue referrals!
Brooklyn Center
*DIABETIC*
Hello, my name is Claude Mckay. My animal id is #18771. I am a desexed female brown tabby cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 20-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as animal health – will need ongoing vet care.
Claude Mckay was placed at risk due to her medical condition; she was diagnosed with diabetes 2 and will benefit from placement outside the shelter as soon as possible. she can go to an experienced home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.32 lbs
20/01/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~10yrs Microchip noted on Intake? no History : Owner surrender, reportedly diagnosed with diabetes 2 months ago and has been off insulin for 2 weeks Subjective: QAR. ~5% dehydration Observed Behavior – Timid for exam but allowed all handling, very vocal, hissing, difficult to restrain for blood work Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild to moderate dental tartar/gingivitis, pink mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Spayed MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, unkempt hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric, diabetes Plan: Rec NPH 1unit SQ q12, only scheduled two treatments so we can monitor response. Recheck BG tomorrow. Also LRS 100ml SQ q24 x 3 days Prognosis: Good with appropriate treatment
20/01/2018
CBC shows mild thrombocytopenia, all other results within normal limits Chemistry shows moderate to marked hyperglycemia, mild hyperglobulinemia, and very slightly elevated cholesterol. All other results including T4 within normal limits Urinalysis – dilute urine reported, no ketones A: R/O diabetes
21/01/2018
Progress exam History : Owner surrender 1/20, reportedly diagnosed with diabetes 2 months ago and has been off insulin for 2 weeks. CBC shows mild thrombocytopenia, all other results within normal limits Chemistry shows moderate to marked hyperglycemia (540), mild hyperglobulinemia, and very slightly elevated cholesterol. All other results including T4 within normal limits Urinalysis – dilute urine reported, no ketones Subjective: QARH, growling, no csvd. Good appetite. Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis ou with no ocular d/c, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: limited oral exam due to behavior PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS, no vulvar d/c, no MGTs MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, good hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric Diabetes mellitus Plan: Continue NPH 1U SQ BID x7d until 1/28 Continue SQ LRS until 1/22 Feed (make sure eats all food, check BG, give insulin as indicated) BG 1/20 intake: 540, given 1U NPH 1/21 9:40am: 346, given 1U NPH Prognosis: Fair with appropriate treatment
22/01/2018
Progress exam History : Owner surrender 1/20, reportedly diagnosed with diabetes 2 months ago and has been off insulin for 2 weeks. CBC shows mild thrombocytopenia, all other results within normal limits Chemistry shows moderate to marked hyperglycemia (540), mild hyperglobulinemia, and very slightly elevated cholesterol. All other results including T4 within normal limits Urinalysis – dilute urine reported, no ketones Subjective: BARH. No csvd. Normal u in box. Eating well. Seems friendly today with less handling. Prefers BG and PE in cage. Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis ou with no ocular d/c, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS, no vulvar d/c, no MGTs MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, good hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric Diabetes mellitus Plan: Continue NPH 1U SQ BID x7d until 1/28 Last day SQ LRS Feed (make sure eats all food, check BG, give insulin as indicated) BG 1/20 intake: 540, given 1U NPH 1/21am: 346, given 1U NPH 1/21pm: 202, 1U NPH 1/22am: 438, 1U NPH Prognosis: Fair with appropriate treatment
23/01/2018
Progress exam History : Owner surrender 1/20, reportedly diagnosed with diabetes 2 months ago and has been off insulin for 2 weeks. CBC shows mild thrombocytopenia, all other results within normal limits Chemistry shows moderate to marked hyperglycemia (540), mild hyperglobulinemia, and very slightly elevated cholesterol. All other results including T4 within normal limits Urinalysis – dilute urine reported, no ketones Subjective: BARH. No csvd. Normal u in box. Eating well. Was hissing and swatting in cage today-limited exam. Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis ou with no ocular d/c, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, good hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric Diabetes mellitus Plan: Continue NPH 1U SQ BID x7d until 1/28 Feed (make sure eats all food, check BG, give insulin as indicated) BG 1/20 intake: 540, given 1U NPH 1/21am: 346, given 1U NPH 1/21pm: 202, 1U NPH 1/22am: 438, 1U NPH 1/22pm: 257, 1U NPH 1/23am: 431, 1U NPH Prognosis: Fair with appropriate treatment
20/01/2018
Dip stick Urine results: Blood – neg urobilinogen – neg bilirubin – neg protein – neg nitrites – neg ketones-neg asorbic acid – +++ gluocse – 1000 pH – 6 sp. gravity – 1.005 leukocytes – 75 usg w/refractometer – 1.046
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
During intake Claude McKay allowed the counselor to pick her up, collar her and take her picture with no problems.
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Claude McKay is a 10 year old brown tabby spayed cat that was surrendered by her owner due the fact she needs in going medical care.
Previously lived with:: Owner
How is this cat around strangers?: The owner stated that when around strangers Claude is shy for a few minutes but she will warm up. Claude McKay does not care to play with adults since she has gotten older.
How is this cat around children?: Claude McKay has spent time around children in the home. When around them she is respectful. Claude McKay does not care to play with children either.
How is this cat around other cats?: Claude McKay has spent time in the home around another cat and she is also respectful and keeps to her self.
How is this cat around dogs?: Claude McKay has not spent time in the home around dogs so it is unknown how she will react.
Behavior Notes: Owner stated that overall Claude McKay behaves well. On the way to the ACC in the car she was crying and meowing. She will tolerate being bathed and brushed. She has never had her nails trimmed so it is unknown how she will react. Claude McKay isn’t bothered if she is held put in a carrier or disturbed while she sleeps.
Bite history:: Claude McKay has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Claude McKay has a past history of Diabetes.
For a New Family to Know: Owner described Claude McKay as friendly affectionate and mellow. When at home she likes to be in her favorite spot which is the window sill. Her favorite activities are bird watching. Claude McKay has been kept indoors only and eats both wet and dry food. She is very much litter box trained and is used to an uncovered litter box with pellet litter. Claude McKay scratches on a post made out of card board.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few minutes then warms up Behavior toward children: Spent time around children and was respectful Behavior toward cats: Spent time around another cat and was respectful and kept her distance Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly affectionate and mellow with a medium activity level Other notes: She tolerates being bathed and brushed and isn’t bothered being held or placed in a carrier.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 01/20/18 Timid for exam but allowed all handling, very vocal, hissing, difficult to restrain for blood work
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 01/21/18 Lying in back of kennel, body neutral. Turns head slowly to face me when spoken to and tolerates petting along head and body while tilting ears and beginning to growl. Needs more time to adjust. 01/22/18 Lying in front of kennel, body neutral. Tolerates petting along head and body while remaining still and titling ears. Does not lean in for chin or cheek rubs. Calmer today, but still needs some time to acclimate. May be feeling uncomfortable due to medical condition. 01/23/18 Resting near the front of the kennel and lifts her head up when approached. Sniffs through bars then rolls over on her side. Seems a bit hesitant when I extended my hand forward, but she leans in, allowing petting and gentle rubs on her head. She closes her eyes and gentle nudges the assessor for attention, but she keeps her body lowered and her tail flicks with every soft stroke. Her body tenses up and she vocalizes when pet for an extended period of time.
Cage Condition:: Cage is recently cleaned
Reaction to assessor:: Claude Mckay was resting near the front of the kennel and lifts her head up when the assessor approaches.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Claude Mckay sniffs the assessor then rolls over on her side.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Claude Mckay remains calm and relaxed.
Reaction to touch:: Claude Mckay sniffs the assessor’s hand, then slowly leans in, allowing petting and gentle rubs on her head. She closes her eyes and gentle nudges the assessor for attention, but she keeps her body lowered and her tail flicks with every soft stroke. Her body tenses up and she vocalizes when pet for an extended period of time.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: None
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Claude Mckay may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents and any future home with children should conduct a thorough interaction before adopting.
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