LOTUS – 18681
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*** SAFE 01/28/18 *** ANOTHER CHANCE FOR LOVELY LOTUS TONIGHT!! LET’S MAKE IT COUNT!! LOTUS was found inside the Bronx Zoo and was brought into the ACC. LOTUS is in need of a loving home. She is a beautiful kitty who only needs a place to decompress and relax. Will you be her rescue angel? MUST RESERVE BY NOON!!
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Lotus. My animal id is #18681. I am a desexed female calico cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 19-Jan-2018.
Original Location: 10460
Lotus is at risk for behavior reasons. Lotus is very nervous and fearful; although she tolerates some petting, she remains tense and uncomfortable. We suggest Lotus would be best suited to an experienced, adult only home. Medically, we have no concerns for Lotus, who presents as a healthy cat.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 6 lbs
20/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:2 Microchip noted on Intake? Placed on intake Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : Stray Subjective/Observe: Pretty cat. BAR. Very scared and cannot PE without a net. Conducted distant PE and partial close up PE Evidence of Cruelty seen – n Evidence of Trauma seen – n Objective T = – P = 220 R = UR BCS = 3.75/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NP PLN: NP H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: NP U/G: NP MSI: Ambulatory x 4, CNS: NP Rectal:NP Assessment: Healthy Prognosis: Excellent Plan: OH SURGERY: Okay for surgery
23/01/2018
Pre-op exam S/O: BAR and growling/swatting. BCS 5/9. PE performed under sedation. EENT: Eyes clear, no visible nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild tartar H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: No masses palpated MSI: Skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy cat, good candidate for surgery. Plan: OHE today
23/01/2018
Cat Spay Uterus and ovaries appear normal for intact young adult female cat Ventral Midline Incision with #10 scalpel Ovaries Ligated with: self ligation Uterine Body Ligated with: 3-0 monocryl Abdominal Closure: 3-0 monocryl cruciates, subcutaneous tissue closed in simple continuous pattern, skin apposed in intradermal pattern. Skin glue applied. Green Linear Tattoo Placed on Midline Surgeon: Bess Ferguson Addition Notes:Removed ET Tube due to abnormal vitals in regards to ETco2, RR and INco2. Mucous Plug within ending part of tube.Tube was removed and animal was masked for the reminder of SX. Over all smooth recovery.
23/01/2018
Anesthesia Summary: Feline OHE Pre Medication/Induction: Ketamine 100mg/mL injectable, 0.3mL IM, once Dexdomitor 0.5mg/mL injectable, 0.05mL IM, once Butorphanol 10mg/mL injectable, 0.03mL, IM once Anesthesia Notes: (Add any ET tube size, type of breathing circuit and breathing bag size here as well as notes about intraoperative emergency drugs/why you gave them, or other notable items here) Size 3fr. ET tube placed, maintained general anesthesia throughout procedure on variable isoflurane and variable O2. Used (non-rebreathing or rebreathing) system with 0.5L bag. 24g IVC placed in R cephalic vessel. ___13mL/hr NSAID: Robenacoxib (Onsior) 20mg/mL injectable, 0.35mL, SQ, once, for post-operative pain relief. Given post operatively. Other: (State all additional medications during the pet’s peri-operative period) Simbadol 1.8mg/mL injectable, 0.35mL SQ, once, for pain relief, given post-operatively. Recovery Status (Note “Uneventful” or “Other” and describe): Uneventful Anesthetist/Surgical Monitor (P#’s): ______/_____
24/01/2018
Lotus was scheduled for an AM Tx of Simbadol (1.8 mg/mL) Gave 0.35 mL from bottle number 54 at 9:30 AM DVM 1382 LVT 1461
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Upon intake, Lotus came out of the feral den and walked into a kennel on her own. When I approached Lotus inside the kennel, she retreated and hissed and then tried to run out.
Date of Intake: 1/19/2018
Spay/Neuter status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Lotus is approximately a 3 year old female calico and white domestic short haired cat. Lotus was found as a stray in the Bronx Zoo.
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this cat around strangers?: Lotus was caught in a feral trap and no interaction occurred.
How is this cat around children?: Unknown
How is this cat around other cats?: Unknown
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:: Lotus was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to her behavior in her previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Very scared and cannot PE without a net
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Lotus is curled up on her kuranda bed looking around, alert with dilated eyes.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Lotus shifts in place and puts her ears sideways.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Lotus stays crouched in place and flinches when the door opens.
Reaction to touch:: Lotus backs away, then hunches in place and tolerates the stroke, very tense posture.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid,Skittish
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Lotus has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. 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:: Lotus 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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