MUTT – 20526
Safe - 2-16-2018 Brooklyn
*** SAFE 02/16/18 *** Super Handsome Tabby Housemates – MUTT & JEFF – Need You at BACC! Mutt is a 2 year old neutered male brown tabby cat. He was given to his previous owner by a person who found him as a stray when he was a kitten.
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Mutt. My animal id is #20526. I am a desexed male brown tabby cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 12-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person health – allergies.
ZIP Code From: 11354
Mutt was placed at risk due to concerning behavior; Mutt low growls and arches his back when the assessor approaches him. He closes his eyes when touched and tolerates slow gentle petting on his head. he is not thriving on this environment and will benefit from placement outside the shelter as soon as possible.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 15.88 lbs
13/02/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 year Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : o/s Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Nervous with low growl in the cage. Was handled with a towel and tolerated PE without restraint. 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 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, left ear tip, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, overweight CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Overweight Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Rec weight loss Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: neutered
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Mutt had a low tense body and his pupils were dilated. He blinked when I slow blinked and his ears were back. He growled when I came close or extended my hand. He backed away.
Basic Information:: Mutt is a 2 year old neutered male brown tabby cat. He was given to his previous owner by a person who found him as a stray when he was a kitten.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 1 cat
How is this cat around strangers?: Mutt runs away and hides when strangers visit. He is said to be shy.
How is this cat around children?: Mutt has not interacted with children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Mutt lived with his neutered male sibling. With him, he was relaxed and affectionate and exuberant at play.
How is this cat around dogs?: Mutt has not interacted with dogs.
Behavior Notes: Mutt is relaxed during car rides. He is afraid, struggles, hisses and swats if his nails are trimmed. He enjoys having his coat brushed and being picked up. He is afraid, struggles, hisses and swats if placed in a carrier.
Bite history:: Mutt has never attempted to bite a person or animal.
Energy level/descriptors:: high
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Mutt last went to a vet when he was 5 months old. He has no known injuries or medical concerns.
For a New Family to Know: Mutt is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, and confident but shy with other people. When his previous owner was home he followed her around. When his previous owner was home he followed her around. He likes to play with stuffed toys. He was kept indoors only and at night he slept in the living room.He ate wet and dry Blue Diamond. He is litter box trained and used a hooded liter box and clumping litter. He had a vertical scratching post made of smooth wood and carpet that he did not scratch most. He preferred to scratch on a chair made of cloth.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 Adult, 1 cat Behavior toward strangers: Shy/ runs away and hides Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Relaxed, playful and affectionate Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, affectionate, playful, and confident but shy with other people. High activity level Other notes: He doesn’t like having his nails trimmed, but enjoys having his coat brushed and being picked up. He struggles when placed in a carrier.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/13/18 Nervous with low growl in the cage. Was handled with a towel and tolerated PE without restraint. Easily handle able. Did well for all medical handling and procedures
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 02/13/18 Lying in back of kennel, body pressed behind litterbox. Tolerates petting along head and body while turning head away from me and shifting his weight. Needs more time to adjust. 02/14/18 Lying in back of kennel with a low, tense body, whites of eyes showing. He looks at the treats I place down next to him but doesn’t eat them. Tolerates petting along head and body while turning head to smell the bear-claw and licking lips. Ears tilt slightly. Needs more time to adjust. 02/15/18 Curled up on top the kuranda bed. He tenses up as I approach and slowly turns his head away. Seems very uncomfortable and avoids contact. Shifts away when I extend my hand forward. I offered him treats and gave him a cage cover. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Mutt was curled up on top the kuranda bed, watching the assessor with wide, dilated eyes.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Mutt tenses up and slowly looks around the kennel for an exit.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Mutt remains tense and motionless.
Reaction to touch:: Mutt low growls and arches his back when the assessor approaches him. He closes his eyes when touched and tolerates slow gentle petting on his head. His tail starts to sway gradually ever time the assessor’s hand passes along his body. He hisses when he’s had enough, then shifts away to the other side of the double kennel.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Mutt has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide him 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:: Mutt tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. He may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.
CAME IN WITH
Jeff 20527
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