GINGER – 9298
Safe - 10-22-2017 Manhattan Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
***SAFE 10/22/17*** GINGER SAT CALMLY IN THE ASSESSOR’S ARMS AND PUT HIS PAWS OVER HER SHOULDER!! GINGER was brought in to the shelter with a lot different description than how he behaved in the shelter. Ginger lived with a home with 2 young children and was said to become overstimulated when playing with them. We wonder what type of behavior these children had or how they handled the cat. Since at the shelter Ginger has been calm, sweet, affectionate, and purred when given attention. He is only 3 yrs old and such a handsome boy. Ginger was said to dislike other cats so he should probably be the only cat in the home. Ginger is AVERAGE rated and MUST BE RESERVED BY NOON!!
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Ginger. My animal id is #9298. I am a male orange cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 09-Oct-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour – not good with kids.
Ginger 9298 is at risk for an upper respiratory infection (URI). Behaviorally, Ginger has been social and affectionate with his caretakers, though his previous owner notes some behavior challenges and a tendency toward overstimulation. Please see the Known History for additional details. We feel his behavior is suitable for an adopter with an average amount of cat experience, provided you are aware of his reported history and comfortable managing these behaviors.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 9.6 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3 (reported 7) Microchip noted on Intake? n History : o surrender Subjective:old healed fracture of tail Observed Behavior -allows exam, tries to slink away Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -old fracture Objective T = P =220 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mod tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 testes 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, allows petting but shies away with further handling -no obvious appetite -sneezing, serous nasal discharge -OU: mild blepharospasm, no discharge -appears eupnic -abnormal, short tail with firm kink; possible old fx A Kink tail-suspect old fracture URI P move to isolation doxycycline 0.9 ml PO SID x 10 days LRS 100 ml SQ SID x 2 days cerenia 0.5 ml SQ SID x 2 days recheck 10/22
Mitarzapine given in the morning. Cat was eating well tuna and some dry food.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, Ginger was curious about his surroundings and would move away and retreat into his carrier when my hand would approach him. Once out of his carrier, Ginger was stretched out and low on the table looking around the room. He did not allow collaring or his picture taken as he tried to flee
Date of Intake: 10/9/2017
Spay/Neuter status: No
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Ginger is a 7 year old male cat that has been with the client for 6 years. Ginger has no known health issues and was taken to the vet 3 years ago.
Previously lived with:: Ginger lived with two adults and four children.
How is this cat around strangers?: Ginger is afraid of strangers and will hide.
How is this cat around children?: Ginger will play with children but becomes overstimulated quickly and will become aggressive towards children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Ginger is aggressive towards other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Ginger has not been around dogs so the client is unaware of how he would react.
Behavior Notes: Ginger is not bothered when given a bath and enjoys having her coat brushed but will become over stimulated. Ginger is not bothered when being put into a carrier or when being disturbed while sleeping. Client used to trim Ginger’s nails but Ginger no longer keeps calm to allow his nails trimmed.
Bite history:: Ginger has previously bitten adults and children.
Energy level/descriptors:: Ginger has a low activity level.
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Ginger is a fearful cat that has a low activity level that enjoys playing with wand toys. Ginger is an indoor only that is free fed dry food and enjoys sleeping in his own bed. Ginger is litter box trained and uses a hooded litter box with clay litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Basic Information:Ginger is a 7 year old male cat that has been with the client for 6 years. Ginger has no known health issues and was taken to the vet 3 years ago. Previously lived with: Ginger lived with two adults and four children. How is this cat around strangers? Ginger is afraid of strangers and will hide. How is this cat around children? Ginger will play with children but becomes overstimulated quickly and will become aggressive towards children. How is this cat around other cats? Ginger is aggressive towards other cats. How is this cat around dogs? Ginger has not been around dogs so the client is unaware of how he would react. Behavior Notes: Ginger is not bothered when given a bath and enjoys having her coat brushed but will become over stimulated. Ginger is not bothered when being put into a carrier or when being disturbed while sleeping. Client used to trim Ginger’s nails but Ginger no longer keeps calm to allow his nails trimmed. Bite history: Ginger has previously bitten adults and children. Energy level/descriptors: Ginger has a low activity level. Has this cat ever had any medical issues? No For a New Family to Know: Ginger is a fearful cat that has a low activity level that enjoys playing with wand toys. Ginger is an indoor only that is free fed dry food and enjoys sleeping in his own bed. Ginger is litter box trained and uses a hooded litter box with clay litter.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -allows exam, tries to slink away
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 10/10/17 In den, peeking out through side window, eyes dilated, seemed wary. Slowly poked head out with much coaxing, stared eating treats within reach. Ate slowly, tended to withdraw back into den between treats. Leaned away or briefly tolerated pets. Needs time to acclimate. Sprayed feliway. 10/11/17 In den on approach, came slowly out with a great deal of treats and coaxing. Ate offered treats, body held low, eyes dilated. Slowly started to lean and arch into pets, remained a little unsure. Explored cage after door closed. On second visit, still out exploring cage. Came to the front, meowed, rubbed against the bars! Sprayed feliway. 10/12/17 Huge improvement! At the front on approach today, soft eyes and body. Meowed and started rubbing against the bars. Stayed at the front when door opened, leaned and arched into pets, purred. 10/15/17 At the front on approach, soft eyes and body. Meowed and started rubbing against the bars when spoken to. Stayed at the front when door opened. Ate offered treats. A bit head shy today, but still arched into body pets.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Ginger comes and sits at the front of the cage, soft eyes and body.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Ginger meows and begins to rub against the bars.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Ginger remains calm and relaxed.
Reaction to touch:: Ginger leans and arches into the stroke, and begins to purr.
Reaction to being picked up:: Ginger sits calmly in the assessor’s arms, and puts his paws over her shoulder.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Calm,Sweet,Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: None
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Average
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
RECOMMENDATIONS:: No young children
Recommendations comments:: Ginger interacts with the observer and appreciates attention, but he has a tendency to become overstimulated when playing with children. His behavior remains suitable for an adopter with an average amount of experience, provided the adopter is aware of these behaviors and is able to comfortably manage them. Though we believe this cat is displaying behaviors appropriate for new or experienced cat parents, he may not be a great fit for young children. Any home with older children prepared to adopt this cat should conduct a thorough interaction and endeavor to monitor this cat around their children to prevent these behaviors from being reinforced.
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Ginger interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents
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