LILI – 10679
Safe - 10-28-2017 Brooklyn Rescue: CT Cat Connection Please honor your pledges: http://ctcatconnection.org/
***SAFE 10/28/17*** LOVELY LILI IS A SHY GIRL WHO WAS FRIENDLY AND AFFECTIONATE TO HER OWNERS – BUT WAS SURRENDERED FOR ALLERGIES! LILI loved to follow her owner around and was said to be a high energy cat. She is only around a year old. LILI was brought in due to allergies and is stressed at being dumped at the ACC. She needs a new furever home where she can chill out and come around at her own pace. CAN YOU GIVE THIS YOUNG PANTHERETTE A NEW PLACE TO CALL HOME? MUST BE RESERVED BY NOON!!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Lili. My animal id is #10679. I am a desexed female black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 24-Oct-2017, with the surrender reason stated as person health – allergies.
Lili is at risk for behavior concerns (Adult-Only determination). He tolerates brief touch, but remains uncomfortable and fearful with interaction and is not thriving in the busy care center.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.06 lbs
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam: 1431 Estimated age: 1 year Microchip noted on Intake? no History : surrender Subjective: BAR, hydrated Observed Behavior – Friendly, allows exam and treatments with minimal restraint. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective P = 120 R =wnl 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: female 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 apparent good health Prognosis: good Plan: oropharyngeal and conjunctival swab taken continue to monitor at ACC SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by ASPCA. Green linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Lili was very fearful during intake and attempted to flee. Lili could not have her picture take on backdrop or have collar placed by staff.
Date of Intake: 10/24/2017
Basic Information:: Lili is a female cat who was surrendered due to her family having allergies towards her.
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers Lili is friendly and plays gently with adults.
How is this cat around children?: Lili has never been around children
How is this cat around other cats?: Lili has never been around other cats
How is this cat around dogs?: Lili has never been around dogs.
Behavior Notes: Lili enjoys being given a bath, having her nails trimmed, being brushed,being picked up/held, being placed in a carrier and doesn’t mind being disturbed while resting/sleeping.
Bite history:: Lili as never bitten an other person or animal.
Energy level/descriptors:: very high
Medical Notes: Lili has not shown any medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Lili is described as friendly, affectionate, and shy . When at home Lili will follow around her owners and likes to play with stuffed toys. Lili was kept indoors only and was fed dry food. Lili is litter box trained and uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and plays gently with adults Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, affectionate, and shy with a very high activity level Other notes: She enjoys being given a bath, having her nails trimmed, being brushed, being picked up/held, being placed in a carrier and doesn’t mind being disturbed while resting/sleeping.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Friendly, allows exam and treatments with minimal restraint.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 10/25/17 Lying in back of kennel with a flat body. Ears are tilted and pupils are very dilated. She tolerates petting along her head and body while tilting ears further and sniffing the air. Lip licks. Nervous – needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is slightly re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Lili was tense, alert and curled up in her litter box with wide eyes focused on the assessor.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Lili remains hyper focused on the assessor and doesn’t get up or come forward when coaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Lili flinches slightly and lowers her body.
Reaction to touch:: Lili’s ears bend slightly and she leans away when the assessor extends his hand forward. She lip licks and tolerates petting, but seems very uncomfortable and remains completely immobile throughout the interaction. After a few soft passes along her body she starts to grumble then whips around quickly and hisses as a warning.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Lili has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide her with the chance to move closer, investigate, or interact with you. Be sure to offer incentive such as treats or play time whenever the cat makes a small positive step. Please speak to an adoption counselor for additional information on methods to desensitize your cat to their fear stimulus.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Lili tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her 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.
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