HENRY – 19481
Safe - 2-16-2018 Manhattan Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
***SAFE 02/16/18***HANDSOME HENRY NEEDS YOU! 10y/o Terrific Tabby HENRY is a happy, mellow, independent old timer @ MACC. He lived with his owner for his entire life but was dumped due to the owner’s son’s allergies. Give this sweetheart a chance to reclaim his spot snuggled up on the sofa next to his lucky purrson–by offering to foster or adopt. ONLY HAS TIL NOON TOMORROW. ONLY HAS YOU! A volunteer writes: A big handsome boy who knows he’s a beauty. He loves his blanket and is quite happy to just lie on it and hang out. He seems to be a gentle boy who needs you to approach him slowly and gently. Once you do that, he is receptive to being stroked and is friendly. He is a calm boy, I feel, and will be friendlier as he gets used to his new home.
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Henry. My animal id is #19481. I am a desexed male brown tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 30-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person health – allergies.
Henry is at risk due to behavior. We recommend he go to an adult only home that will allow him to be more independent and acclimate at his own pace. he has been stressed in care center. There are no medical concerns for him at this time.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: A big handsome boy who knows he’s a beauty. He loves his blanket and is quite happy to just lie on it and hang out. He seems to be a gentle boy who needs you to approach him slowly and gently. Once you do that, he is receptive to being stroked and is friendly. He is a calm boy, I feel, and will be friendlier as he gets used to his new home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 14.3 lbs
30/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:12 reported, possible younger 8-10 Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : o surrender Subjective:thorough exam not possible Observed Behavior -screaming, striking Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:teeth appear clean H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: limited palpation U/G:neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy older cat Prognosis:good Plan:no treatment SURGERY: Okay for surgery Temporary waiver due to Permanent waiver due to
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Upon intake, Henry allowed me to carry him out of the box he was brought in. Henry allowed me to collar him and pet him along the top of his body. Henry allowed me to pick him up and place him inside of his kennel. Once inside, Henry meowing a few times and hissed when I closed the door as he tried to push it open with his head. Henry continued to hiss when he heard other cats or heard movement near him.
Date of Intake: 1/30/2018
Spay/Neuter status: Yes
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Henry is a 12 year old male brown tabby domestic short haired cat. Henry lived with previous owner for 12 years and was given as a gift by a friend. Henry was surrendered because previous owner’s son is allergic. Henry has not injuries or health issues and was last taken to the vet 2 years ago.
Previously lived with:: Henry lived with two adults and three children.
How is this cat around strangers?: Henry will approach strangers and sniff them. Henry will allow to be petted but only for a short time. If Henry does not want to be petted he will swat.
How is this cat around children?: Henry previously lived with three children aged 8, 10 and 14. Henry is described as being tolerant of the children and is sometimes playful. Most of the time, Henry is laying down in his favorite spot.
How is this cat around other cats?: Henry has not interacted with cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Henry has previously interacted with a small dog. Henry is described as being playful sometimes and is affectionate.
Behavior Notes: During car rides, Henry is at first meowing and crying but will eventually become relaxed. Henry has never been bathed and if put inside the tub with water will run away. Henry is not bothered when his nails are trimmed and enjoys having his coat brushed. Henry is also not bothered when being picked up and held and will meow when being put into a carrier. Henry has never been disturbed as he rests.
Bite history:: Henry has never bitten another animal or human.
Energy level/descriptors:: Henry has a low energy level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Henry has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know: Henry is a friendly, mellow, and independent cat. When at home, Henry tends to be in his favorite spot which is on the recliner. Henry was kept as an indoors only cat and would sleep on the recliner. Henry was free-fed Meow Mix every day and is litter box trained. Henry used a hooded litter box with Fresh Step cat litter. Henry did not have a scratching post and would only occasionally scratch on furniture.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previous lived with: two adults and three children Behavior toward strangers: Henry will approach strangers and sniff them. Henry will allow to be petted but only for a short time. If Henry does not want to be petted he will swat. Behavior toward children: Henry previously lived with three children aged 8, 10 and 14. Henry is described as being tolerant of the children and is sometimes playful. Most of the time, Henry is laying down in his favorite spot. Behavior toward dogs: Henry has previously interacted with a small dog. Henry is described as being playful sometimes and is affectionate. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: low energy level Other notes: Henry is a friendly, mellow, and independent cat.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 1/30/18 Observed Behavior -screaming, striking
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Henry remains neutral, lying down on his cage bedding by the front of the cage during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Henry becomes alert with eyes wide open, pupils dilated, and chirps in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Henry shows interest, slowly stands up in place with tail slightly down, ears erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:: Henry head rubs the assessor’s hand and purrs during the petting. He becomes agitated after a few stroke and randomly hisses while increasing distance.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Curious,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Henry may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home who understands this cat may need time to warm up to his new home and family at his own pace.
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