NENA LINDA – 22001
Safe - 3-5-2018 Manhattan
SAFE 3/5/18 Nena Linda was surrendered to the shelter by her owner because she couldn’t afford treatment for her eye. Please help sweet Nena Linda get the care that she needs.
Manhattan Center
Nena Linda 22001
Location: Manhattan
Intake Date: 3/2/18
Intake Type: Owner Surrender
Medical Behavior: Blue
Sex: Female
Age: 9 year
Original Location: 10452
Weight: 5.37 pounds
Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
3-Mar-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 9:59 AM
Progress exam
Subjective – Nena is comfortable and eating. She approached and greeted me in the kennel.
Objective
T = –
P = 220
R = WNL
BCS = 3/9
CRT< 2, MMP pink + wet
A: Eye lens lux OD, ear mites
Plan: Discuss with New Hope for immediate placement for treatment of eye out of house
SURGERY:
Permanent Waiver in ACC due to age
VET 991493
2-Mar-2018
Spay-Neuter Waiver Documentation
Vet Notes: 2:10 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
2-Mar-2018
Tech Exam
L V T Notes: 1:29 PM
Administered 0.08mls Ivermectin 10mg/ml SQ @ 1:30PM @ intake for ear mites.
LVT 991415
9-Mar-2018
2-Mar-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 1:25 PM
[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age:9 reported
Microchip noted on Intake?n
Microchip Number (If Applicable):
History :known eye issue, o could not afford tx
Subjective:
Observed Behavior -skittish, allows exam
Evidence of Cruelty seen -n
Evidence of Trauma seen -n
Objective
T =
P =220
R =wnl
BCS 4/9
EENT: OD buthlamos, luxation of len through corneal ulcer, ears–mites, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam:mild tartar
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: end stage eye lens lux OD, ear mites
Prognosis:good. needs enucleation.
Plan:tresaderm au bid
simbadol and onsior to be given in medical
nh placement
SURGERY:
Permanent waiver due to age
This behavior note was written by the previous owner of this pet. Animal Care Centers of NYC provides this as a guide for optimal pet placement.
Please use these notes in conjunction with the information provided by NYCACC.
Animal ID: 22001
Animal Name: Nena Linda
Breed: Domestic Longhair
This animal came from:
Friend
Origin Address
Date of Intake
2-Mar-2018
Basic Information:
Nena Linda is a 9 year old, female, domestic long hair cat. Previous owner got her from a friend when Nena was 2 months old. Unfortunately, owner surrendered due not being able to provide vet care for her and having medical issues. Nena came in with a protruding right eye. She was last at he vet yesterday.
Previously lived with:
1 adult and 1 dog.
How is this cat around strangers?
Nena Linda is shy for a few minutes with strangers but then will come out to greet the person. She plays gently with adults.
How is this cat around children?
Nena Linda has been around young children up to 12 years old and is very relaxed and affectionate with them. She plays gently with children.
How is this cat around other cats?
Nena used to live with her house mate who was a year or two older than her and they were respectful and playful together. They played gently together.
How is this cat around dogs?
Nena lived with a small dog and they were respectful of each other. They played gently together.
Behavior Notes
Nena is relaxed during car rides and likes to scratch the cabinets sometimes. Nena has never gotten a bath or had her nails trimmed. She enjoys being brushed and isn’t bothered when picked up, put in a carrier, or disturbed while sleeping.
Bite history:
Nena has never bitten another animal or person.
Energy level/descriptors:
medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
Yes
Medical Notes
Nena Linda came in with a protruding right eye.
For a New Family to Know
Nena is a friendly, affectionate, mellow shy cat. She has a medium activity level and loves to give and receive affection. She will follow you around when you are home and is indoors only. She doesn’t play with toys. She sleeps with owner and eats both 9 lives wet food and meow mix dry food 2 times a day. She is litter box trained and uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. She likes to scratch on cabinets and never had a scratching post.
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