JUDAH – 10406
Safe - 11-15-2017 Manhattan
SAFE 11/15/17 WATCH 2 VIDEOS! A volunteer writes: This handsome boy seems like a very mellow fellow to me. He slowly moves towards you loves to nuzzle including your nose. He rubs happily against the bars of the cage. He is totally adorable. Another volunteer writes: If he was a dog, he would definitely be a huskie. He is quite magnificent. He is very calm and gentle, with gorgeous eyes. He is a nuzzler and likes to have his head scratched. He is just a lovely very peaceful cat.
Manhattan Center
10406 Judah 11Y Neutered Black Tabby/White Domestic SH
Owner Surr:10/21/2017
Medical
Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
29-Oct-2017
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 1:31 PM
S/O
-QAR, docile and friendly
-sneezing, mild serous nasal discharge
-OU: open and clear
A
URI
Hx of FLUTD, non-obstuction
P
move to isolation
doxycycline 50 mg/ml: 1.1 ml PO SID x 10 days
recheck 11/2
VET 991382
26-Oct-2017
L V T Notes: 11:32 AM
Patient is eating well. No signs of urine in litter box, housing, bedding. MMC pink, CRT <2 sec. Good skin turgor (hydrated). No V/D. BAR.
24-Oct-2017
24-Oct-2017
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 1:03 PM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 10-11y
Microchip noted on Intake? n
History : owner surrender
hx flutd w/ urinary obstruction on special diet
Subjective:BAR
Observed Behavior – tense but allowed examination and all handling
Evidence of Cruelty seen -n
Evidence of Trauma seen -n
Objective
T =
P = 180
R = wnl
BCS 4/5
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: approx. 10 based on teeth and moderate gingivitis and focal mod tarter on carnassial and maxillary molar teeth
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, grade 2/6 systolic murmur Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: soft, non-painful mod full bladder
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: na
Assessment: approx. 10-11 yr mn dsh
hx flutd – wnl on physical examination
murmur grade 2/6 – aclinical
mod gingivitis
Prognosis: murmur – good to excellent rec: echo
gingivitis excellent w/ dental treatment
flutd – good -stable, rec check ua and keep on wet food only diet
Plan: wet food only and check urinalysis
SURGERY:na
Per Diem
21-Oct-2017
LVT Intake
L V T Notes: 6:45 PM
Client stated that he has had urinary blockage and is on Special food for urinary issues.
Microchip: negative- placed chip
Sex: male intact
Age reported 11 years
Eyes:wnl
Ears:wnl
Nose:no nasal discharge
Teeth:no dental tartar
If abnormal BCS:normal 5/9
Hair Coat:flea comb negative- treated with paradefense
Any injuries:none seen
Behavior:slight nervous during exam
Medication:n/a
Behavior
Animal Behavior Saved At: 24-Oct-2017 15:56:8.000
Animal ID:
10406
Animal Name: Judah
Age: 11 Years 1 Week
Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Gender: Male
Spayed / Neutered: Yes
Handler:
Observer:
Behavior Assessment Date:
10/24/2017
KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: an adult
Behavior toward strangers: Judah is shy for a few minutes when strangers come to the house but he will come out to smell them and to get affection.
Behavior toward children: Judah is respectful and tolerant with children but he will not play with them. He will lay down on the couch and watch them or sleep.
Behavior toward cats: Judah lived with another female cat and they were respectful of each other. They did not play together.
Bite or Scratch history: none
Litter box training: yes
Energy level/descriptors: low
Other notes: Judah is a friendly, affectionate, mellow cat that has a low energy level.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
Observed Behavior – tense but allowed examination and all handling
Cage Condition:
Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:
Judah immediately comes soliciting at the front of the cage.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Judah remains soft in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Judah remains standing at the front of the cage, relaxed body posture, soliciting attention.
Reaction to touch:
Judah head-butts the assessor’s hand and appreciates petting on the head and body.
Reaction to being picked up:
Allows the pickup and remains calm.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Mellow
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Calm
Sweet
Affectionate
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Beginner
Behavior Asilomar
H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Judah interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat can go to a beginner home.
Profile
Animal ID: 10406
Animal Name: Judah
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
This animal came from:
Found Stray
Date of Intake
21-Oct-2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?
No
Basic Information:
Judah is an 11 year old neutered, domestic short haired cat. Previous owner got him from the street as a stray when he was a kitten and has had him ever since. He has had urinary blockage and is on a special diet for urinary issues. He was last at the vet 2 months ago.
Previously lived with:
1 adult
How is this cat around strangers?
Judah is shy for a few minutes when strangers come to the house but he will come out to smell them and to get affection.
How is this cat around children?
Judah is respectful and tolerant with children but he will not play with them. He will lay down on the couch and watch them or sleep.
How is this cat around other cats?
Judah lived with another female cat and they were respectful of each other. They did not play together.
How is this cat around dogs?
Judah has never been around dogs.
Behavior Notes
Judah is relaxed and quiet during car rides. HE will struggle to get out of bathtub when getting a bath. Previous owner has never trimmed his nails or brushed his coat. He isn’t bothered when being put into a carrier or disturbed while sleeping.
Bite history:
Judah has never bitten another animal or human.
Energy level/descriptors:
Low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
Yes
Medical Notes
Judah did have some urinary blockage and has been on a special diet for it.
For a New Family to Know
Judah is a friendly, affectionate, mellow cat that has a low energy level. He loves to be cuddled up with owner and will follow you around when you are home. He doesn’t like to play with toys. Judah is an indoors only cat and sleeps wherever is comfortable. He was eating science diet wet food for urinary health. He is litter box trained and used a covered litter box with clumping litter. He didn’t have a scratching post.
Upon intake, Judah allowed counselor to pet and collar him. He came out of the carrier willingly and was aware of his surroundings.
A volunteer writes: This handsome boy seems like a very mellow fellow to me. He slowly moves towards you loves to nuzzle including your nose. He rubs happily against the bars of the cage. He is totally adorable.
Another volunteer writes: If he was a dog, he would definitely be a huskie. He is quite magnificent. He is very calm and gentle, with gorgeous eyes. He is a nuzzler and likes to have his head scratched. He is just a lovely very peaceful cat.
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