LUCKY – 14682
Safe - 12-10-2017 Brooklyn Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 12/10/17 *** LUCKY is not feeling very lucky today. She was not planning on sitting alone in a shelter after being dumped by her owner. LUCKY is already spayed, but has a heart murmur which should have a follow up check. Lucky is very sweet and hoping someone will adopt her for the holidays!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Lucky. My animal id is #14682. I am a desexed female brown tabby cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 26-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as not a fit – too many animals already.
ZIP Code From: 11234
Lucky is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other cats.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.36 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 5 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – very sweet. Easily handleable. Did well for all medical handling and procedures Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: adult dentition with mild dental disease, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, Grade 3/6 HM, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS-spay scar noted on ventrum when shaved, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Grade 3/6 HM Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Rec cardiology consult Prognosis: Good depending on heart condition SURGERY: spayed
s/o: on vet check list for uri check BAR no ND, ED of sneeze marks on glass a: HM P: ctm
New URI noted on rounds Subjective: QAR, ~5% dehydrated. Food untouched. Congested and sneezing. No c/v/d. Objective EENT: serous nasal d/c bilaterally, serous ocular d/c ou H/L: eupneic but audible upper respiratory congestion Assessment: URI with conjunctivitis Grade 3/6 HM Plan: Start erythromycin ou BID x10d until 12/15 Start doxycycline 10mg/kg PO SID x10d until 12/15 Recheck at day 7 URI Move to iso Rec cardiology consult Give LRS 100ml SQ SID x3d until 12/7 Give one dose mirtazapine 3.75mg PO Give cerenia 1mg/kg SQ SID x3d until 12/7 Recheck 12/7 appetite Prognosis: Good
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Behavior during intake: Lucky had a tense body during intake but allowed counselor to pick her up, scan for a microchip, collar and take a picture without any issues
Basic Information:: Lucky is a 5 year old spayed female that has no previous or current medical issues that the owner is aware of. Owner had Lucky for 5 years but had to surrender due to too many animals in the home.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 1 Child
How is this cat around strangers?: Around strangers, Lucky is friendly and outgoing
How is this cat around children?: Owner had a 12 year old child in the home and stated that Lucky was relaxed and respectful around the child
How is this cat around other cats?: Owner had 14 other cats in the home both male and female and stated that Lucky was relaxed and respectful around the child
How is this cat around dogs?: Owner had a large breed dog in the home and stated that Lucky was respectful around the other animal.
Behavior Notes: Owner has never tried to bathe Lucky or trim her nails so behavior is unknown. When owner would try to pick Lucky up and hold her or put her into a carrier, she would not be bothered
Bite history:: Lucky does not have a bite history
Energy level/descriptors:: Low
For a New Family to Know: Lucky is described as mellow, shy, independent and quiet. She has a low activity level and liked to lounge around the house. In the home, she liked to follow the owner around from room to room. In the home, she was fed both wet and dry food brand 9 Lives. Lucky was kept indoors only and is litter box trained. In the home, she used a hooded litter box with clumping litter. Owner had a scratching post in the home made of rough rope and wood that Lucky would use frequently.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 Adults & 1 child (12yrs old) Behavior toward strangers: Friendly and outgoing Behavior toward children: Relaxed and respectful Behavior toward cats: Lived with 14 other cats and was respectful around them Behavior toward dogs: Lived with a large breed dog and was respectful Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Mellow, shy, independent and quiet with a low energy level. Other notes: She doesn’t mind being picked up or placed in a carrier. At home she likes to follow her owner around the house.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Very sweet. Easily handle able. Did well for all medical handling and procedures
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Lucky was pressed up against the back wall of the cage with her eyes focused on her surroundings.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Lucky lip licks and remains completely frozen.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Lucky tenses up and becomes wary of her surroundings.
Reaction to touch:: Lucky seems unsure and shrinks her body when approached by the assessor. Lucky closes her eyes when touched and tolerates gentle pets along her body. After a few soft passes she starts to build confidence, then slowly rises up and leans in for attention.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: None
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Lucky may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
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