NITFA – 32369

2Y Male 10lbs.

Black & White DSH

Intake: Owner Surrender 6/25/18

Medical for Nitfa:

Vet Consultations
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
7-Jul-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 4:06 PM

SO
dx with URI 6/27. Tx not completed.

EENT — epiphora, sneezing multiple times during rounds. no nasal discharge.

A
URI — suspect viral

P
fortiflora q24h x 5 days
vitamin b12 injection
monitor appetite, hydration

2-Jul-2018
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 12:45 PM

[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: 2
Microchip noted on Intake? n
Microchip Number (If Applicable):

History :

Subjective: BARH. Currently diagnosed with a mild URI

Observed Behavior – allowed full PE

Evidence of Cruelty seen – n

Evidence of Trauma seen – n

Objective

T = –
P = wnl
R = wnl
BCS = 5/9

EENT: Mild nasal congestion, 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: Mild URI otherwise healthy

Prognosis: Good

Plan: OVH

SURGERY:
Okay for sx pending resolving of mild URI

28-Jun-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 8:39 AM

Additional gabapentin doses requested by behavior department due to stress in kennel.

Gabapentin 0.4 ml PO BID x7 days
Update dose as needed once pt receives intake and is weighed.

1088

27-Jun-2018
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 5:52 PM

S/O Intermittent Sneezing. Mild Blepharospasm

A- URI (Mild, suspect viral)

P
– Treat in place
– Give fortiflora SID for 3 days
– Vit B SQ 0.3 ml once only

Behavior for Nitfa:

Animal ID:
32369

Animal Name: Nitfa
Age: 2 Years 2 Weeks (approx)

Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair

Gender: Male
Spayed / Neutered: No

Handler:
Observer:

Behavior Assessment Date:
6/28/2018

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KNOWN HISTORY:
Nitfa Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: an adult
Behavior toward strangers: shy for a few days
Behavior toward dogs: Nitfa is afraid of dogs. He hisses and runs.
Bite or Scratch history: none
Litter box trained: yes
Energy level/descriptors: High
Other notes: Nitfa is described as affectionate, curious, a weary observer, needing constant attention, playful, shy, and talkative.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:
6/26/18
Crouched position in litterbox, alert with eyes wide open, lip licking in place, tightly curls up when petted, cautious with her surroundings.

6/27/18
Doing better today! Resting in cubby, soft eyes and body. Became alert when spoken to, eyes dilated, but stood and came forward with tail up. Stayed at front when door opened, head-butted, leaned and arched into pets, ate offered treats. Retreated and crouched down briefly when new person entered the room, but calmed quickly and returned to front.

6/28/18
Shy, hiding behind the bedding, allows the petting, hesitant, but purrs and engages for treats while remaining wary with his surroundings.

7/2/18
Resting in cubby, soft eyes and body. Immediately came out to shelf when spoken to. Sat in place when door opened, head-butted, leaned and arched into pets, purred. Ate offered treats.

Cage Condition:
No change

Reaction to assessor:
Nitfa remains tense, hiding in the back of the cage bedding during the approach.

Reaction when softly spoken to:
Nitfa becomes alert with eyes wide open, anxiously looking around.

Reaction to cage door opening:
Nitfa remains stiff in place, ears erect and forward.

Reaction to touch:
Nitfa leans in for petting, but quickly retreats and is hesitant with the interaction. He engages when treats are given, but remains wary with his surroundings.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Mellow

VOCAL:
Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE:
Shy

Sweet

Curious

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Experience

Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Nitfa 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.

Recommendations

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Comments:

Suitability With Children:

Other:
6/28/18 Experience

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Adoption Summary:

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Profile for Nitfa:

Animal Name: Nitfa

Breed: Domestic Short Hair

This animal came from:

Origin Address

Spay/Neuter status
No
Date of Intake
25-Jun-2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?
Yes
If yes, Please elaborate:
When left alone for too long, Nitfa may pee on the bed. He also scratches the sides of his litter box.
Basic Information:
Nitfa is a male intact 2 year old cat that was surrendered because his owner is moving out of the country.
Previously lived with:
1 adult
How is this cat around strangers?
Nitfa is shy for a few days with strangers.
How is this cat around children?
Nitfa has never been around children.
How is this cat around other cats?
Nitfa has never been around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?
Nitfa is afraid of dogs. He hisses and runs.
Behavior Notes
Nitfa cries a lot especially at night. He is described as an “emotional eater” who enjoys being petted while eating. He was relaxed during the trip to ACC. If left alone for more than a day Nitfa will pee on the bed in stress. Nitfa scratches the sides of his litter box. Nitfa meows and swats when bathed, having his nails trimmed, or brushed. He does not mind being put into the carrier. Nitfa does not like being held and prefers to come to you on his own time.
Bite history:
Nitfa has never bitten a person or animal.
Energy level/descriptors:
High
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
Medical Notes
Nitfa has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know
Nitfa is described as affectionate, curious, a weary observer, needing constant attention, playful,, shy, and talkative. Nitfa enjoys runnning around, playing with balls, cat dancers, and a laser a pointer. Nitfa enjoys being petted while eating, playing fetch with his treats, watching you eat, and stealing socks. Nitfa is known to hoard socks and toys under the couch. Nitfa also enjoys catnip. Nitfa has been known to knock over glasses of water and the trashcan. Nitfa is an indoors cat. He eats a small bowl of dry food 1-2x/day. Nitfa enjoys meaty wet food and greenies. He is used to an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. He is messy in the litter box and it is recommended that a mat be kept near the litter box to stop the litter from getting everywhere. Nitfa had a rope scratching post but he does not use it and prefers to scratch the furniture.

Behavior Notes:

Nitfa scanned negative for a microchip. Nitfa allowed handling, but tried to run away when having his picture taken.