PUPPY CAT – 16415

Brooklyn Center

Puppy Cat 16415, 12 Years Old, Black DSH, Neutered, 19lbs, Owner Surrender 12/18/17

Medical:

12/18/17:

DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age:12 reported.
Microchip noted on Intake? n
History: o surrender
Subjective:
Observed Behavior -bar, allows exam
Evidence of Cruelty seen -n
Evidence of Trauma seen -n
Objective
T =
P =200
R =wnl
BCS 9/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: missing many teeth, heavy tartar
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: neutered male
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dry dandruff laden coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Assessment: dental disease, morbid obesity
Prognosis: fair
Plan: weight loss

 

Profile:

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: 16415

Animal Name: Puppy Cat

Breed: Domestic Short Hair

Spay/Neuter status
No
Date of Intake
18-Dec-2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?
No
Basic Information:
Puppy cat is a 12 year old, DSH male who was neutered prior to coming into the shelter. He has no known health issues, aside from being overweight, and has not seen a vet recently. He was an owner surrender due to the owner moving to a location that does not allow pets.
Previously lived with:
In home with owner.
How is this cat around strangers?
Puppy cat is shy for a few minutes when guests enter but will then approach after a few minutes of warming up.
How is this cat around children?
Puppy cat has not spent time around children.
How is this cat around other cats?
Puppy cat has not spent time around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?
Puppy cat has not spent time around dogs.
Behavior Notes
Puppy cat’s owner has never bathed or trimmed his nails but he allows him to brush him. He allows his owner to pick him up and hold him.
Bite history:
No bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:
Low
For a New Family to Know
Puppy cat is described as being friendly, mellow and quiet. He eats both wet and dry food and is litter box trained to use a hooded or un covered box with clumping litter. He likes to follow his owner around when he is home and is not interested in playing with toys. He sleeps anywhere in the home and uses a scratching post made from carpet and cardboard.

Behavior Notes:

Puppy cat was purring during intake and was head butting counselor for attention. He enjoyed being pet and was easy to handle.

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