JEREMY – 11624
Safe - 11-9-2017 Manhattan
***SAFE 11/09/17***ONE YEAR OLD SWEETHEART NEEDS YOU! Jeremy is at risk due to behavior. He allows handling but is fearful and would benefit from an adult-only family that will allow him to be more independent. There are no known medical concerns for Jeremy at this time. JEREMY ONLY HAS TONIGHT! HE ONLY HAS YOU!
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Jeremy. My animal id is #11624. I am a desexed male gray tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 03-Nov-2017.
Jeremy is at risk due to behavior. He allows handling but is fearful and would benefit from an Adult Only family that will allow him to be more independent. There are no known medical concerns for Jeremy at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 7.125 lbs
[LVT Intake Exam] Microchip Scan: negative, placed 981020025114311 Evidence of Cruelty: no Observed Behavior: tense but allows all handling Sex: intact male Estimated Age: appx 8-9m Subjective: heterochromia (OS blue, OD gold), small spots of alopecia on outer pinnae without lesions (DTM pulled) Eyes: clear Ears: clean Oral Exam: minimal staining, young Heart: WNL Lungs: WNL Abdomen: WNL Musculoskeletal: WNL BCS 5/9 Mentation: BARH Preliminary Assessment: seemingly healthy cat Plan: DVM intake, monitor DTM
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:1 y Microchip noted on Intake? n History : stray Subjective: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears have granular dc and scars on pinnae, 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 MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: possible ear mites Prognosis:excellent Plan:ivermectin 0.08ml given, neuter okay for surgery
S/O -QAR, docile, allows all handling -mm pk, moist -no nasal discharge or sneezing noted -OU: open and clear -AU: moderate dark brown discharge and mild irritation; received ivermectin injection on intake for suspected ear mites -eupnic, no murmurs/arrhythmias -soft abdomen -2 scrotal testicles A 1. Ear mites-treated with one dose of ivermectin; no mites seen on microscope today so suspect residual discharge P -okay to neuter -flushed ears while sedated -recommend repeating ivermectin dose in 2 weeks or using revolution monthly to prevent reoccurence of ear mites
Was this cat a Cryptorchid?no Routine Feline Neuter Self tie of spermatic cord Surgeon:1382 Additional Note:sedation was smooth and recovery was uneventful Sedatives administered: Butorphanol 10mg/ml-0.2mL–IM Dexomitor 0.5mg/mL-0.2mL—IM Ketamine 100mg/mL-0.2mL—-IM Pain managements administered: ONSIOR 0.3—SQ Simadol1.8mg/mL-0.4mL—SQ
Post neuter recheck S/O -QAR, nervous/shy but docile -good appetite -no nasal discharge or sneezing; OU: open and clear, pupils dilated secondary to simbadol -eupnic -no significant bruising or swelling along scrotum A apparently healthy, doing well post op P continue simbadol for post op discomfort, no further tx needed
DISREGARD
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Jeremy had a very relaxed body and allowed counselor pick him up, collar, photograph and place him in a kennel.
Date of Intake: 11/3/2017
Spay/Neuter status: No
Basic Information:: Jeremy was surrendered stray. He was found with his two siblings abandoned in a box and finder could not keep them because she has pets of her own. Jeremy has no visible sign of illness or injuries.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Unknown
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this cat around strangers?: He is friendly and allowed finder place him in her car and was quiet throughout the ride.
How is this cat around children?: Unknown
How is this cat around other cats?: He is relaxed and playful around his brother and sister
How is this cat around dogs?: Unknown
Behavior Notes: Unknown
Bite history:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown
Medical Notes: Unknown
For a New Family to Know: Unknown
KNOWN HISTORY:: Jeremy was brought in as a stray, so we don’t have any behavioral history or tendencies in a home environment.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior -calm, allows exam
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Jeremy remains tense, crouched position hiding at the back of the cage cubby.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Jeremy becomes alert with eyes dilated.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Jeremy remains tightly curled up in place, ears erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:: Jeremy seems uncomfortable and stiffens up while accepting the touch.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Jeremy 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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