DALLAS -12453
Safe - 11-28-2017 Manhattan
**SAFE 11/28/17** Meet DALLAS through his shelter profile, and he comes across as a genuinely nice cat whose life has dissolved into a nightmare of fear since being “found” by strangers and taken to the ACC. Reading between the lines, he is probably a cat who will relax in a safe new setting, then show off his loving-magical-BFF side. Message [email protected] if YOU can make that transformation possible by saving DALLAS tonight!
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Dallas. My animal id is #12453. I am a male brown tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 13-Nov-2017.
Dallas is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection which is contagious to other cats. Dallas will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. Dallas should go to an experienced cat owner that will allow Dallas to be independent and warm slowly to new environment.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 9.0625 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1year Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, allow exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =160 R =wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact male x 2 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
S/O -QAR, skittish but allows gentle handling -sneezing, significant nasal congestion -severe hypersalivation -appears eupnic A URI P gave 0.5 ml cerenia SQ move to isolation doxycycline 0.9 ml PO SID x 10 days
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Dallas cried when approached and let out a low groan. His ears were back. He allowed me to scan him and pet him. He slowly came out of his carrier once the door was opened and groaned again. His body was low to the table and he slowly walked to the corner and attempted to jump down. He allowed me to pick him up and place him in a kennel. He allowed me to collar him and take his picture.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Unknown
Basic Information:: Dallas is a brown tabby and white DSH cat, estimated to be 2 years old. He was found as a stray on 11/11/17 and surrendered on 11/13/17.
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this cat around strangers?: When Dallas’ finder attempted to pet him, he backed away and swatted at him. He ate wet cat food and went into a carrier on his own. His finder described him as fearful and shy.
How is this cat around children?: Unknown
How is this cat around other cats?: Unknown
How is this cat around dogs?: Unknown
Behavior Notes: Unknown
Bite history:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown
Medical Notes: Dallas has no known injuries or medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Unknown
KNOWN HISTORY:: Dallas was brought in with limited information on their behavioral history or tendencies in a home environment. The finder described Dallas’ fearful and shy.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -calm, allow exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/14/17 Curled up behind litter box, tense posture, eyes dilated. Showed no interest in treats. Absolutely no response to being pet. Sprayed thunderease. 11/15/17 Curled up in cubby, very tense, whiskers forward. Lay in place when door opened, then shifted back slightly. Allowed pets, but remained stiff, no real response. Sprayed thunderease.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Dallas remains tense, hiding in the cage cubby with head up during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Dallas becomes alert with eyes wandering.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Dallas stiffens up in place facing the assessor, eyes wide open, ears erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:: Dallas accepts the touch, but remains immobile in place while slowly closing his eyes and placing head down.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Dallas may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his/her new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
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