MIA – 30685
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SAFE 7/12/18 MIA is very upset her owner left her at the shelter. She is a 2 yr old tabby girl and needs a new home where she can relax and regroup.
MANHATTAN CENTER
Mia 30685
Care Center Location: Manhattan
ZIP Code From: 10153
Intake Type: Owner surrender
Medical Behavior: Orange
Age: 2 years
Sex: Female
Weight: 8 lbs
Medical
Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
18-Jun-2018
Tech Exam
L V T Notes: 4:06 PM
Mia was scheduled for an AM Tx of Simbadol (1.8 mg/mL)
Administered 0.5 mL SQ from bottle number 109 at 12:56 PM
DVM 1088
LVT 1461
LVT 991461
10-Jun-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 4:41 PM
extending gabapentin at request of behavior.
gabapentin 200mg / ml — give 0.4ml PO q12h x 7 days
VET 991516
9-Jun-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 12:38 PM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 2
Microchip noted on Intake? n
Microchip Number (If Applicable): n
History : OS
Subjective: BARH
Observed Behavior – fractious/needed full towel restraint for handling
Evidence of Cruelty seen -n
Evidence of Trauma seen -n
Objective
T = –
P = wnl
R = wnl
BCS = 4.5/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: teeth in good cond
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: INTACT
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: externally normal
Assessment: Healthy
Prognosis: Excellent
Plan: OVH
SURGERY:
Okay for surgery
VET 991493
Spay/Neuter Summary
Vet Notes: 12:38 PM
Presurgical exam and sx notes:
*visual exam due to fractious behavior – unable to PE prior sedation*
BAR BCS 5/9
– no c/s v/d observed/reported
– amb x 4
– mentation appropriate
Under sedation
– hydrated
EENT: clean/clear
Oral Exam: nsf
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: nsf, NSR, NMA, Lungs clear
ABD: soft abdomen, no masses palpated
U/G: intact female
MSI: skin free of parasites, no masses noted, clean coat
Rectal: externally normal
A: ok for spay surgery
Sx notes: in heat otherwise routine OHE: Ventral midline incision approach, ovarian pedicles ligated with Miller’s knot and broad ligaments ligated using 3-0 Monocryl then excised distal to ligature; uterine body ligated with two modified-Miller’s ligatures using 3-0 Monocryl and excised distal to ligatures; body wall closed with simple cont. pattern using 3-0 Monocryl; subcutaneous/intradermal layers closed with continuous pattern using 3-0 Monocryl; green-ink tattoo placed lateral to spay incision; surgical glue applied to skin incision and over tattoo site to assist with closure
Medical Assistant: 12:37 PM
Anesthesia Summary: Feline OHE
Pre Medication/Induction:
Ketamine 100mg/mL injectable, _0.19__mL IM
Dexdomitor 0.5mg/mL injectable, __0.08__mL IM
Butorphanol 10mg/mL injectable, __0.08_mL IM
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 __3.5__fr. ET tube placed, maintained general anesthesia throughout procedure on isoflurane and O2. Used non-rebreathing system with __0.5__L bag. _24_g IVC placed in _R__cephalic vessel.
Intraoperative IV LRS at 10mL/kg/hr: ___38__mL/hr
Peri-Operative NSAID/ Pain Med:
Robenacoxib (Onsior) 20mg/mL injectable, __0.4_mL, SQ, once, for post-operative pain relief. Given pre operatively.
Simbadol 1.8mg/mL injectable, _0.5__mL SQ, once, for pain relief, given pre-operatively.
Other: (State all additional medications during the pet’s peri-operative period)
Antisedan 5 mg/ml 0.04 mls IM
Recovery Status (Note “Uneventful†or “Other†and describe):
Uneventful
Post-operative Medications Prescribed:
Cat Spays (Less than 3 months old):
Simbadol 1.8mg/mL injectable, ___mL, SQ, once a day for 2 days beginning the day after surgery.
Cat Spays (Greater than 3 months old):
Onsior 20mg/mL injectable, _0.4__mL, SQ, once a day for 2 days beginning the day after surgery.
Simbadol 1.8mg/mL injectable, _0.5__mL, SQ, once a day for 2 days beginning the day after surgery.
Onsior Dose: 2mg/kg
Simbadol Dose: 0.24mg/kg
Anesthetist/Surgical Monitor (P#’s):
_0811_____/____0468_
Behavior
Animal Behavior Saved At: 14-Jun-2018 16:36:13.000
Animal ID:
30685
Animal Name: Mia
Age: 2 Years 1 Week
Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Gender: Female
Spayed / Neutered: yes
Handler: 991065
Observer:
Behavior Assessment Date:
6/12/2018
Retest Date:
Retest Reason:
Next Test Date:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 1 adult, 1 child
Behavior toward strangers: Around strangers, Mia is shy for a few minutes and will then become friendly and social. She will play gently with adults.
Behavior toward children: Mia has lived with a child ages 4-6. She is relaxed, respectful, and playful around the child. They will play together exuberantly.
Behavior toward cats: Mia has not been around other cats since she was with her litter mates.
Behavior toward dogs: Mia has not been around dogs.
Bite or Scratch history: Mia has not bite or scratch history, but the owner did note that if startled while you’re holding her, she may dig her claws in quite hard. Blood was not drawn on these instances.
Litter box training: Hooded with Fresh Step litter
Energy level/descriptors: Medium
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
6/9/18
Observed Behavior – fractious/needed full towel restraint for handling
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
6/10/18
In den, head poking out, very tense posture, eyes fully dilated. Started growling and cheek rubbing den entrance when spoken to. Hissed when door opened, then leaned forward to sniff treats, didn’t eat. Hissed, started lip licking, withdrew into den when touched. Poked head out again when door closed, still growling and cheek rubbing. Seems conflicted.
06/11/18
In den, but shifts around and pokes her head out from opening when called. She looks out with dilated eyes, but rubs against the den and leans on her side. Will sniff hand and accept gentle strokes, but is unwilling to come all the way out; stayed half hidden throughout interaction. Seems to appreciate attention, but isn’t quite comfortable yet. Has potential, but needs time.
6/12/18
Asleep in den, woke when spoken, lay in place, out of sight. Eventually came out with some coaxing, soft posture, eyes dilated, alert. Stayed at front when door opened, leaned and arched into pets, but remained alert, grumbling. Started rubbing against the bars and marching in place after door closed, but still grumbling. Seemed unsure.
6/13/18
Solicits attention, tail high, randomly grumbles during the petting, pilo-erects on the base of the tail. Then she gently places teeth on hand, but quickly releases while she continues to seek attention.
6/14/18
Came to the front on approach, soft eyes and body, started rubbing against cage furnishings and rolling over. Very energetic today! Stayed at the front when door opened, head-butted, leaned and arched enthusiastically into pets. Still seems likely to overstimulate, but did well today!
Cage Condition:
Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:
Mia is asleep in her den.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Mia wakes up and lays in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Mia comes out of her den and walks to the front of the cage.
Reaction to touch:
Mia leans and arches into the stroke, but looks around with dilated eyes and seems wary.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Moderate
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Affectionate
Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
Inappropriate elimination
Potential challenges comments:
Mia’s previous owners report that she recently began eliminating (urinating and/or defecating) outside the litter box. Mia was seen by a veterinarian and has no known medical issues. We are unaware of what, if any, modifications steps were taken to try and address this behavior in the home, so we cannot be sure what the trigger may have been or if this behavior may continue in a future home. However, we recommend that potential adopters be comfortable with management and modification techniques for elimination outside the litter box should this behavior continue in a home environment.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Experience
Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Mia may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home.
She may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home.
We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
Profile
Animal ID: 30685
Animal Name: Mia
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
This animal came from:
Friend
Origin Address
Spay/Neuter status
No
Date of Intake
9-Jun-2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?
Yes
If yes, Please elaborate:
While Mia is still using the litter box, she is also urinating outside the box multiple times a day. The owner took her to the vet and had blood work and a urinalysis conducted. The results came back normal, so the veterinarian concluded that it must be behaviorally motivated improper elimination.
Basic Information:
Mia is a two year old, female intact, domestic short hair cat. She was surrendered because a sick parent had to move back in with the owner and between caring for their sick parent and the cat that is improperly eliminating, they could not handle both.
Previously lived with:
1 adult, 1 child
How is this cat around strangers?
Around strangers, Mia is shy for a few minutes and will then become friendly and social. She will play gently with adults.
How is this cat around children?
Mia has lived with a child ages 4-6. She is relaxed, respectful, and playful around the child. They will play together exuberantly.
How is this cat around other cats?
Mia has not been around other cats since she was with her litter mates.
How is this cat around dogs?
Mia has not been around dogs.
Behavior Notes
Mia has been urinating outside of the litter box for the past month. She will scratch furniture. She will also meow in cars or public transportation, but will quiet down after a few minutes. She is not bothered in the following situations: when bathed, when her nails are trimmed (which her owner did weekly), when she is picked up and held, when put into a carrier, or when disturbed while sleeping or resting. She enjoys having her coat brushed. She does prefer to be held when the person is already sitting on the couch.
Bite history:
Mia has not bite or scratch history, but the owner did not that if startled while you’re holding her, she may dig her claws in quite hard. Blood was not drawn on these instances.
Energy level/descriptors:
Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
Medical Notes
About a year ago, one of Mia’s claws became embedded. The owner sought veterinary treatment for this and has not had an issue since.
For a New Family to Know
Mia is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, mellow, confident, assertive, independent, and vocal. Mia does not meow often, rather she trills. When you are home, Mia likes to follow her owner around and sit next to you. She enjoys catnip toys and laser pointers. She has been kept indoors only. She likes to sleep on top of the owner’s suitcase. She eats wet and dry food twice a day. She has been fed Nutro brand food. She her litter box was hooded, and she used Fresh Step litter. She had three scratching posts, 2 of which were vertical and 1 which was horizontal. They were made from carpet and cardboard materials. Mia would also scratch up couches and leather chairs. Mia’s favorite thing to do is lay around, play, watch her family, and watch water, particularly when people shower, bathe, or run water in the sink. The owner’s favorite thing about Mia is how she adjusts well to whoever she is interacting with. She is more energetic and playful with the young child and more relaxed with adults.
Behavior Notes:
Upon intake, Mia did not allow handling. Her eyes were very dilated in the carrier and then she hissed and low growled when counselor attempted to handle. I was unable to collar or scan her for a microchip.
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