GIGI – 16045
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*** SAFE 01/05/18 **ONE YEAR OLD TABBY NEEDS YOU!!! GIGI is a 1 yr old stray girl who someone trapped in their back yard and dumped in the shelter. She lived with her finder and a child for two months before being left at the ACC. She is very upset and will die due to her fear. Please help her learn to trust people again. Be a hero by offering to foster or adopt. CONTACT A NEW HOPE RESCUE IF YOU CAN HELP. Needs a home asap!! ONLY HAS TIL NOON TOMORROW!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Gigi. My animal id is #16045. I am a desexed female gray tabby cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 13-Dec-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- landlord won’t allow.
ZIP Code From: 11368
Gigi was placed at risk due to behavior concerns; Gigi hisses as the assessor extends their hand and her ears bend flat against her head. She continues to growl while focusing on the hand, and does not allow touch. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 6.8 lbs
PE:WNL Exam & surgery performed by Dr #1167 Feline spay Anesthesia – 0.1mL Telazol induction. Intubated. Isoflurane/O2 maint. Sx. – Routine OVH. Ventral midline incision. Subcuticular closure with absorbable suture. Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision. 0.32mL Onsior injectable and 0.39mL Simbadol for pain management.
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 YR Microchip noted on Intake NONE History : STRAY PICKED UP IN BACK YARD Subjective: STRAY Observed Behavior -AGGRESSIVE, SEDATED FOR EXAM Evidence of Cruelty seen -NONE Evidence of Trauma seen -NONE Objective BQRH MM PINK P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: ADULT DENTITION PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: NO SPAY SCAR SEEN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: NOT PERFORMED Assessment HEALTHY Prognosis: VERY GOOD Plan: OK FOR SX SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Gigi became nervous when handled. She began to swat and ears pinned back. She did not allow to be scanned or collard.
Date of Intake: 12/13/2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Gigi is a gray tabby that is 1 year old. Finder received Gigi as a gift 2 months ago. The owner has cared for Gigi for two months. However the landlord does not allow pets in the building so she must surrender.
Previously lived with:: 2 adult 1 child
How is this cat around strangers?: When strangers come over Gigi is a bit shy and hides for a few. However she slowly approaches and sniff new people. Sometimes she rubs and leans in for affection.
How is this cat around children?: She has lived with a child 8 years old. Around the child Gigi was relaxed and affection. She allowed to be picked up and gentle petted.
How is this cat around other cats?: Gigi has never lived with cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Gigi has never lived with dogs.
Behavior Notes: Gigi has had a bath once and she try to run away and is fearful. She likes being brushed and will allow to have her nails trimmed when distracted with treats. Gigi always use her open litter box. She uses the carpet to groomer her nails and has no scratching post.
Bite history:: She has never had a bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: high energy
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: n/a
For a New Family to Know: Gigi is described as shy, affectionate and curious. She will approach new people after a few minutes. She will allow to be gentle petted on her back. She loves to follow the owner around the house and lay next to her. Gigi likes wet and dry cat food of any brand. She likes to play for hours with balls.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 adults and 1 child Behavior toward strangers: Shy, hides for a few minutes but will slowly approach and sniff them. She will sometimes rub and lean in for attention. Behavior toward children: Relaxed and affectionate, allowed the child to pick her up and pet her. Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, uses an uncovered litter box Energy level/descriptors: Gigi is described as shy, affectionate and curious with a high activity level. Other notes: She loves to follow the owner around the house and lay next to her.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Displayed distance-increasing behavior, needed to be sedated for exam.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 12/14/17 Lying in back of kennel with a flat, tense body. She raises her head as I reach towards her and hisses, ears titling slightly. I switch over to the bear-claw and she swats it out of the way before it can touch her, hissing and then licking her lips as she wraps her tail around her body. Needs more time to adjust. 12/17/17 Lying in litterbox with a low, tense body. Growls and flattens ears, eyes following my every movement. Hisses and shifts weight when I reach towards her. Very uncomfortable needs more time to adjust. Not interested in treats at the moment – watches them and hisses.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Gigi was curled up in her litter box, but looks at the assessor with soft eyes and ears tilted to the side.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Gigi focuses on the assessor and starts to growl, but blinks softly.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Gigi becomes stiff and alert, and starts to growl louder.
Reaction to touch:: Gigi hisses as the assessor extends their hand and her ears bend flat against her head. She continues to growl while focusing on the hand, and does not allow touch. She continues to display distance increasing behavior to avoid contact.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Gigi 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 her 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: : New hope only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Gigi is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. She is extremely fearful in the shelter environment and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.
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