GRETCHEN – 9217

Brooklyn Center

Gretchen 9217, Male, Black/White DSH 2 lbs.

Medical;::

 

10/9/17

 

Vet Notes: 11:57 AM

DVM: 1431

DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 8 weeks
Microchip noted on Intake? no
History : stray, litter of 5 kittens
Subjective:BAR, hydrated
Observed Behavior – timid, needs firm restraint for exam and treatments.
Evidence of Cruelty seen – no
Evidence of Trauma seen -no
Objective
P = 120
R = 20
BCS: 5/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: negative oral.
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: male intact
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Assessment:
in good health
Prognosis: excellent
Plan: continue to monitor at ACC
SURGERY:Okay for surgery

10/11/17

 

Vet Notes: 2:32 PM

Pre-op exam:

New weight=2.0
BAR. Slight dehydration.MM pk.
E/N clr. No c/s.
MSI: Good condition/ hair coat.
H/L good.
UG: Male- only left testicle palpated.
A) Cryptorchid – unilateral right.
P) Neuter waiver – re-check at 3-4 mos old.

Behavior Assessment Date:
10/11/2017
Retest Date:

Retest Reason:

Next Test Date:

KNOWN HISTORY:
Gretchen was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to his behavior in his previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
Timid, needs firm restraint for exam and treatments.
Cage Condition:
Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:
Gretchen was curled up in the back of the kennel next to his litter box.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Gretchen’s eyes widen and he remains motionless.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Gretchen is alert.
Reaction to touch:
Gretchen leans forward to sniff the assessor then gently nudges his hand and accepts petting all over. He’s sweet, affectionate and starts to purr.
Reaction to being picked up:
Gretchen was calm, relaxed and allows petting all over.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Laid back
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Shy

Sweet

Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
None
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Average
Behavior Asilomar
H – Healthy
RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Gretchen 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.

Recommendations

Adoption Recommendations:

Comments:

Suitability With Children:

Other:
10/11/17 Behavior: Average

CAME IN WITH :

Lume 9219

Bret 9220

Liam 9221

 

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