MISS KITTY – 25122
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SAFE 4/21/18 Miss Kitty is a 10 year old, DSH female who was not spayed prior to coming into the shelter. She has been in her previous home for 10 years and was surrendered due to the owner going into a nursing home. She has no known health issues or injuries and has not seen a vet recently.
BROOKLYN CENTER
Miss Kitty 25122
Location: Brooklyn
Intake Date: 4/13/18
Intake Type: Stray
Medical Behavior: Orange
Sex: Female
Age: 10 years
Original Location: 11693
Weight: 5.5 pounds
INTAKE INFO:
This animal came from:
Found Stray
Origin Address
Spay/Neuter status
No
Date of Intake
13-Apr-2018
Basic Information:
Miss Kitty is a 10 year old, DSH female who was not spayed prior to coming into the shelter. She has been in her previous home for 10 years and was surrendered due to the owner going into a nursing home. She has no known health issues or injuries and has not seen a vet recently.
Previously lived with:
2 Adults
How is this cat around strangers?
Miss Kitty is shy when first meeting new people and needs time to warm up.
How is this cat around children?
Miss Kitty has not spent time around children before.
How is this cat around other cats?
Miss Kitty has not spent time around cats before.
How is this cat around dogs?
Miss Kitty has not spent time around dogs before.
Behavior Notes
Miss Kitty’s owner has not bathed or groomed her recently. She allows her owner to pick her up for short periods of time but struggles to be put in a carrier.
Bite history:
Miss Kitty does not have a bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:
Low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
For a New Family to Know
Miss Kitty is described as being independent and aloof. She has been an indoor cat and eats both wet and dry food. She is litter box trained using an uncovered box with clumping or crystal litter.
Behavior Notes:
Miss Kitty was head butting the carrier door and was seeking attention from the counselor. When Miss Kitty came out of the carrier, counselor went to pick her up and she began hissing. She continued to hiss and did not allow for any handling.
BEHAVIOR:
KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived indoors
Previously lived with: 2 adults
Behavior toward strangers: Shy and needs time to warm up
Behavior toward children: Unknown
Behavior toward cats: Unknown
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown
Bite or Scratch history: None
Litter box training: Yes, uses an uncovered box with clumping or crystal litter.
Energy level/descriptors: Miss Kitty is described as being independent and aloof with a low activity level.
Other notes: He likes to follow his family around when they are home. He likes to play with toy balls, string toys and wands.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
04/13/18
Observed Behavior -hissing yowling. allowed limited exam before needing net
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
04/16/18
Crouched in front of kennel, body tense and ears flattened. Hisses and feint charges when spoken to, settling back down to continue growling after I’ve backed away. Limited interaction due to stress – I left her some treats and left her alone.
Cage Condition:
Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:
Miss Kitty is near the front, growling when approached.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Miss Kitty hisses and focuses on the assessor. She lip licks and continues to growl.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Miss Kitty does not allow the assessor to open the cage door. She spits and charges, swatting to increase distance.
Reaction to touch:
Miss Kitty does not allow touch and will hiss, strike, and try to bite the assessor’s hand.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Moderate
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Bold
Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
New hope only
Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Miss Kitty is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. She has tried to swat, bite, and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.
MEDICAL:
25122
Miss Kitty
Cat
Yes
Torbie
None
Female
Spayed / Neutered
Age
Primary Microchip #
Rabies Tag
Weight
Spay / Neuter Due Date
Temperature
No
10 Years
981020025572127
5 lbs 8 oz
Veterinary Clinic Software Record #:
Weight: 5 lbs 8 oz
Date of Weighing: 4/13/2018
Date Spayed / Neutered:
Schedule Surgery Date:
Stitches Removal Date:
Clinic Name:
Previously Spayed / Neutered: No
General Vet Notes:
Previous Medical Details:
Known Allergies or Medical Conditions:
Feeding Requirements:
Indemnities/Waivers:
Medical Notes
Notes
Date
No Medical Notes Stored
Vet Treatments
Date Administered
Vet Treatment Type
Treatment Result
Administered by External Vet
4/13/2018
Gabapenth (50 Mg/Ml)
4/13/2018
Rabies
4/13/2018
Internal Parasite Treatment – Pyrantel
4/13/2018
Fvr-Cp Series
4/13/2018
Flea/Tick Application – Topical
4/13/2018
FeLV/FIV Snap
Negative
4/14/2018
Microchip Implantation
Vet Treatments Due
Date Due
Vet Treatment Type
4/27/2018
Fvr-Cp Series
4/27/2018
Internal Parasite Treatment – Pyrantel
5/13/2018
Flea/Tick Application – Topical
4/13/2019
Rabies
Medications
Medication
Amount Dispensed
Frequency
Date From
Date To
Doses Administered
Vet Name
Notes
No medications administered to this animal.
Drug Usage
No drugs administered to this animal.
Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
14-Apr-2018
13-Apr-2018
Spay-Neuter Waiver Documentation
Vet Notes: 12:58 PM
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Age]
It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
VET-P 991027
13-Apr-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 12:51 PM
[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age:10y, reported
Microchip noted on Intake?n
Microchip Number (If Applicable):n
History :stray/o known
Subjective:
Observed Behavior -hissing yowling. allowed limited exam before needing net
Evidence of Cruelty seen -n
Evidence of Trauma seen -n
Objective
T =
P =200
R =wnl
BCS 3/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam:clean teeth
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G:no ss seen
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Assessment: thin, geriatric
Prognosis:good
Plan:no treatment
SURGERY:
Permanent waiver due to age
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