MIDNIGHT – 23144

Manhattan Center

Midnight 23144, 6 years, Black, Neutered Male, 15lbs

Intake: Owner surrender, 3/17

Medical:

18-Mar-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 12:45 PM

DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: Reported 6 years old; exam is consistent with this
Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative on LVT exam – MC placed

History : Surrendered. recent hx vomiting.

Subjective: Alert, tense

Observed Behavior – Allows all handling

Evidence of Cruelty seen – None

Evidence of Trauma seen – None

Objective
BAR-H, MMs pink and moist, BCS 9/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: Moderate gingivitis and tartar at the gingival margin.
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Large, non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Male neutered
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: Normal externally

Assessment:
1. Obese
2. Dental disease

Prognosis: Good

Plan:
1. Recommend weight loss of 4-7 lbs
2. Recommend dental cleaning and daily tooth brushing
Behavior:

KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 1 adult and 2 children
Behavior toward strangers: Midnight is described as friendly and shy when strangers come over. He does play gently with adults.
Behavior toward children: Midnight lived with 2 children ages 8 and 3 and he was relaxed and respectful and affectionate with them. He played gently with them.
Bite or Scratch history: none
Litter box training: yes
Energy level/descriptors: Low
Other notes: Midnight is described as a friendly, affectionate, playful, mellow cat.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
3/18/18 Observed Behavior – Allows all handling
Cage Condition:
No change
Reaction to assessor:
Midnight remains tense, sitting upright at the back of the cage cubby during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Midnight becomes alert with eyes wide open, pupils dilated.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Midnight stiffens up, eyes wandering with ears erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:
Midnight allows the touch, but remains immobile in place with no interest towards the interaction.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Laid back
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Timid

Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Experience
Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Midnight may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
Profile:

Basic Information:
Midnight is a 6 year old, neutered, domestic short hair cat. Previous owner got him from a friend when he was a kitten and has had him ever since. Unfortunately, previous owner had to surrender due to being allergic and having asthma. He has some matting on his back and has been vomiting. He was last at the vet 3 years ago.
Previously lived with:
1 adult and 2 children
How is this cat around strangers?
Midnight is described as friendly and shy when strangers come over. He does play gently with adults.
How is this cat around children?
Midnight lived with 2 children ages 8 and 3 and he was relaxed and respectful and affectionate with them. He played gently with them.
How is this cat around other cats?
Midnight has never been around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?
Midnight has never been around other dogs.
Behavior Notes
Midnight will cry during car rides. He will struggle to get away during baths. previous owner has never brushed him, cut his nails, pick him up, or disturbed him while he was sleeping. He struggles when trying to put inside carrier.
Bite history:
Midnight has never bitten another animal or person.
Energy level/descriptors:
low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
Yes
Medical Notes
Midnight came in with some matting on back and client stated that he has been vomiting his food the past couple of days.
For a New Family to Know
Midnight is described as a friendly, affectionate, playful, mellow cat. He likes to sit on the windowsill and run around. He will follow you around when you re home and likes to play with balls and string toys. He is indoors only and sleeps wherever he wants. He eats both wet and dry food and loves tuna and turkey for treats. He is litter box trained and used a covered litter box with clumping litter. He will scratch the couch and has never had a litter box.

A volunteer writes:
If you’re in the cat adoption room and you find yourself drawn to Midnight, don’t let his shy, hands-off demeanor fool you. It takes him a little time to show his true personality, but this handsome charmer is one of the sweetest boys at the Care Center. His former person had nothing but praise for him, telling us that he’s friendly and mellow. He lived with both adults and young kids, we were told, and Midnight was respectful and played gentle with everyone of all ages. Once he feels comfortable, he loves being petted and sniffing human hands; I have a feeling Midnight is a secret lap cat who wants nothing more than to be near his new person and be spoiled with love and affection. Don’t pass by Midnight without introducing yourself–this 15-pounder is soulful, intuitive, and the furry family member you’ve been looking for.

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