NYLA – 18562
Safe - 2-9-2018 Manhattan Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 02/09/18 *** WATCH HER VIDEO! Poor Nyla has been in the shelter for almost a month and would really love to go home already @MACC. Meet Nyla! This gorgeous cat is hoping to find her forever home @MACC. A volunteer writes: When I met Nyla, she was curled up in the sleep loft of her kennel, a shy girl still adjusting to the cat adoption room after living in a home. Instead of trying to force this cautious beauty to interact with me, I decided to give her time to get her bearings and rely on all the good things others have said about her. Nyla’s former person told us that she lived with an adult and child; she was friendly around adults and gentle with kids. She also lived with other cats, and she was respectful and affectionate with them. Care Center behavior staff found Nyla to be appreciative of pettings, and she even leaned into their hands to score some affection before cautiously retreating. Social, curious, and a little chatty, this pretty and petite lady is seeking a new home base where she can decompress and be a full-fledged member of a new, forever household. Be the hero who helps our girl Nyla come out of her shell by adopting her today!
**Nyla is a 4 year old unaltered DSH female. She was given as a gift from a family member. She appears healthy to owner but had some hidden issues with not using the litter box. Owner surrenders to be not being able to care for Nyla.
Manhattan Center
Hello, my name is Nyla. My animal id is #18562. I am a female tortoiseshell cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 2 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 18-Jan-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- cannot afford to care for.
Nyla is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection, which is contagious to other cats. Behaviorally, we suggest that Nyla would be best suited to a cat experienced, adult only home.
Let’s get to know each other a bit more…
A volunteer writes: When I met Nyla, she was curled up in the sleep loft of her kennel, a shy girl still adjusting to the cat adoption room after living in a home. Instead of trying to force this cautious beauty to interact with me, I decided to give her time to get her bearings and rely on all the good things others have said about her. Nyla’s former person told us that she lived with an adult and child; she was friendly around adults and gentle with kids. She also lived with other cats, and she was respectful and affectionate with them. Care Center behavior staff found Nyla to be appreciative of pettings, and she even leaned into their hands to score some affection before cautiously retreating. Social, curious, and a little chatty, this pretty and petite lady is seeking a new home base where she can decompress and be a full-fledged member of a new, forever household. Be the hero who helps our girl Nyla come out of her shell by adopting her today!
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10 lbs
18/01/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:4 reported Microchip noted on Intake?n Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : o surrender. vague history of urinating everywhere and ravenous app–bg 62 Subjective: Observed Behavior -tail up, purring ++ Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =220 R =wnl BCS 6/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:clean teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR,HM 3/6 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, barbered fur on ventrum, caudal area CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: heart murmur Prognosis:good Plan:recc echo before ohe SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to murmur
18/01/2018
[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Medical Condition] Your newly adopted pet has been diagnosed with A HEART MURMUR and the staff veterinarians are issuing a permanent waiver from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment. Your veterinarian will advise you if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
3/02/2018
Recheck for URI: S/O: QARH in kennel, perks up and eats after handling – no c/s no nasal discharge appreciated A/P: cont. to monitor for signs of URI
7/02/2018
S/O: Reported sneezing with blood, BAR, eating and drinking Sneezed repeatdely while in Kennel EENT – no ocular or nasal dis-c A: URI – suspect viral Plan: Move to Iso and Monitor – suspect viral. If any signs of bacterial URI present than add doxycycline
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake Nyla was calm and relaxed. However when we took out treats she was treat motivated and couldn’t keep still. She attempt to jump off counter and wanted to flee where the treats were. She scanned negative for a microchip and allowed all handling.
Date of Intake: 1/18/2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?: Yes
Basic Information:: Nyla is a 4 year old unaltered DSH female. She was given as a gift from a family member. She appears healthy to owner but had some hidden issues with not using the litter box. Owner surrenders to be not being able to care for Nyla.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Owner stated Nyla on a daily basics will urinate in the bathtub, containers and soft areas in the home.
Previously lived with:: Adults and a 5 year old
How is this cat around strangers?: Owner stated Nyla is friendly/ outgoing towards visitors and strangers that comes to the home.
How is this cat around children?: Owner interacts with an 5 year old and is gentle towards her. but if he tail is step on or pull she will hiss and swat.
How is this cat around other cats?: Nyla lived with other cats and tends to be affectionate and respectful towards them.
How is this cat around dogs?: Nyla behavior is unknown towards dogs.
Behavior Notes: Nyla was never given a bath or nail trim However she does allow being picked up and held.
Bite history:: Nyla has never bitten or scratched anyone owner stated.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: The owner never took Nyla to the vet but he stated she has litter box issues.
For a New Family to Know: Nyla likes to hang around in the living room or kitchen area. She eats 9 lives wet and dry food 2x a day. She likes to play with balls and strings. Her litter box was uncovered.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previous lived with: Adults and a 5 year old Behavior toward strangers: friendly/ outgoing Behavior toward children: Owner interacts with a 5 year old and is gentle towards her Behavior toward cats: Nyla lived with other cats and tends to be affectionate and respectful towards them. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: Medium
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 1/18/18 Observed Behavior -tail up, purring
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Nyla engages when approached by the assessor.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Nyla remains soft in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Nyla seeks affection, leans forward with tail up and remains at the front of the cage, soft and relaxed.
Reaction to touch:: Nyla head bunts the assessor’s hand and appreciates petting on the head and body. However, after a few strokes she attempts to nip and paws the hand to stop the interaction.
Reaction to being picked up:: Briefly allows the pickup then jumps back into the cage.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Curious,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Pet-induced aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Initially Nyla solicits petting and attention, but after a few soft passes over the body she attempts to nip at the assessor. This may be a sign of petting-induced aggression, where repeated physical contact results in discomfort for the cat, or it may be a sign of overstimulation. As a result of this observed behavior we recommend adopters who are familiar with signs of behavioral arousal and agitation in cats, so that interactions can be ended before Nyla becomes reactive. Treats should be used to reward appropriate responses to physical attention.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Nyla may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home who understands this cat may need time to warm up to her new home and family at her own pace.
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