NUTELLA – 11877
Safe - 11-16-2017 Brooklyn
***SAFE 11/16/17***HAVE A SWEET TREAT WITH NUTELLA EVERYDAY! Nutella is a young and healthy purr-fect panther who was abandoned In An apartment with another kitty named MALTY (NOT LISTED). She is a bit hissy and unhappy to be there and will need a new home asap!!Nutella was once obviously someone’s pet. Please give her a chance for a happy new life. CONTACT A NEW HOPE PARTNER. MUST BE RESERVED BY NOON TOMORROW.
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Nutella. My animal id is #11877. I am a female black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 6 months old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 06-Nov-2017.
Nutella is at risk for behavior challenges (New Hope Only determination). Nutella remains neutral when approached by a person, but she displays distance-increasing behavior when attempting to pet her and does not tolerate extended handling at this time. There is no noted medical condition for Nutella at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.1 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1-2yrs Microchip noted on Intake? History : Subjective: Observed Behavior – QARH. Nervous in corner of cage, starts hissing and swatting on approach, net used for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Teeth clean, pigmented mm H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic U/G: Female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: OK for surgery
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Nutella was very stiff bodied and did not want to leave the trap she was brought in with. He did not allow us to handle him at all. He was hissing, swatting and biting at us.
Date of Intake: 11/6/2017
Spay/Neuter status: Unknown
Basic Information:: Nutella is a male black cat that is estimated to be 3 years old. He was brought to us as a stray when he was found in an apartment.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Unknown
Previously lived with:: Unknown
How is this cat around strangers?: Unknown
How is this cat around children?: Unknown
How is this cat around other cats?: Unknown
How is this cat around dogs?: Unknown
Behavior Notes: Unknown
Bite history:: Unknown
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown
Medical Notes: Unknown
For a New Family to Know: Unknown
KNOWN HISTORY:: Nutella was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to her behavior in her previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Nervous in corner of cage, starts hissing and swatting on approach, net used for exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/07/17 Lying on kuranda bed with a low body, ears forward. She tolerates petting along her head and body while turning her head to watch my hand and hissing, ears flattening. Needs more time to adjust. Sprayed feliway. 11/08/17 Tense, alert and hunched over near the front of the kennel. Lip licks and grumbles when approached. Uncomfortable being touched at first. He backed away and swatted at the bear claw at first. Focused on all movements, starts to grumble. Very food motivated- loves tuna. Clicker trained her to touch nose to finger. Picked up on it quickly. Slowly started to become more comfortable around me. Needs more time.
Reaction to assessor:: Nutella was tense, alert and crouched near the front of the kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Nutella becomes focused on the assessor then starts to vocalize and raises her paw up as a warning.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Nutella low growls and bats at the assessor’s hand when attempting to open the door.
Reaction to touch:: Nutella hisses, her ears bend flat and she displays distance increasing behaviors when approached. She quickly retreats to other side of the double cage and currently doesn’t allow any handling.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Nutella has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide her 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: : New hope only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Nutella 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, is extremely fearful in the shelter environment 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.
CAME IN WITH:
Malty 11875
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