ROBIE – 9965
Safe - 11-3-2017 Brooklyn
***SAFE 11/03/17***FIV POSITIVE —- Shy But SUPER Sweet Guy ROBIE! Heart Murmur, being treated for wounds on ear and neck…Possible FIV+ Per Owners! NEEDS YOU NOW AND FUREVER! ONLY FIVE YEARS OLD….
Brooklyn Center
FIV POSITIVE
Hello, my name is Robie. My animal id is #9965. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 5 years 1 weeks old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 17-Oct-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal health – felv/fiv positive.
Robie 9965 is at risk for his medical condition including wounds on his ears and neck and a heart murmur. Please see the veterinary notes for further details and clarification. Behaviorally, Robie has been displaying fearful behavior and focuses on people. Although unsure initially, he accepts petting and begins to warm up. He will show signs of discomfort with extended handling, however. We recommend an adult-only home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.125 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~5yrs Microchip noted on Intake? 985121011067806 History : Owner surrender due to cats medical conditions Subjective: Observed Behavior – BARH. Tense, growling, occasional hissing, allowed light restraint for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild dental tartar/wear PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Grade 4/6 heart murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Heart murmur, wounds to ears and neck, owner reported FIV+, in house combo test came up clear negative Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Rec full cardiology work up with placement Prognosis: Fair
Recheck wounds on face History : Owner surrender due to cats medical conditions on 10/17. O reported cat has FIV but tested negative on intake. Subjective: BAR. No c/s/v/d. Food untouched on rounds but not reported to have decreased appetite. E-collar dirty and in place. Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears have mild crusty debris au, no nasal discharge noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Grade 4/6 heart murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MN MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, areas of scarring around head and face around ears-likely self trauma CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Grade 4/6 heart murmur Otitis externa Wounds to ears and neck-healed Owner reported FIV+, in house combo test came up clear negative on intake Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Rec full cardiology work up with placement Start tresaderm AU BID x14d Recheck ears day 14 Does not currently need e-collar but monitor closely Prognosis: Fair
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Robie allowed counselor to pet him as well as place a collar on, but began growling and hissing when she tried placing him back in a carrier.
Date of Intake: 10/17/2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Robie is a 5 year old DSH male who was neutered before coming into the shelter. He was recently diagnosed as FIV+ as per the vet, and has been scratching his neck and ears. He last went to the vet within the last few months. He was adopted from another shelter as a young kitten and has been in his home since.
Previously lived with:: Kids
How is this cat around strangers?: Robie is shy for a few minutes when guests enter the home, but will come out from hiding after he adjusts. He will not come too close to guests, but will hang out in the room where everyone is.
How is this cat around children?: Robie is fearful of children and will run and hide if they are too loud. He does not like being grabbed or poked, so he is not a fan of having kids touch him. He would do best in a home with older or no children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Robie has not spent time around other cats
How is this cat around dogs?: Robie has not spent time around dogs
Behavior Notes: Robie’s owner uses shampoo wipes to wash him but has not trimmed his nails. He will allow her to brush him with a brush glove. He allows her to pick him up and hold him, as well as place him in a carrier.
Bite history:: No bite history
Energy level/descriptors:: Low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Robie is FIV+
For a New Family to Know: Robie is described as being friendly, mellow and sometimes shy. He will follow his family around and likes to be in the same room as them. He likes to play with balls, strings, wand toys, catnip toys and laser pointers. He has been an indoor cat, eats both wet and dry food, and sleeps at the foot of his owners bed. He is litter box trained using an uncovered box with clay litter. He uses a scratching post made with carpet.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults and children Behavior toward strangers: Shy at first but slowly warms up Behavior toward children: Fearful of children, runs and hides if they are too loud. Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Friendly, mellow and shy with a low activity level Other notes: He likes to play with balls, strings, wand toys, catnip toys and laser pointers.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Tense, growling, occasional hissing, allowed light restraint for exam
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 10/18/17 Lying in front of kennel with a flat body, head lowered onto kennel floor. He tolerates petting while vocalizing and flattening his ears. Lifts his rear as my hand passes along his back, then turns his head to watch my hand and hisses. Conflicted behavior. Needs more time to adjust. 10/19/17 Sitting in center of kennel with a tense body. Ears tilt and he avoids eye contact when spoken to. He tolerates petting briefly along his head and body, grumbling and vocalizing abruptly when pet along the back. He turns his head to face my hand and hisses with continued petting, ears flat as he raises his paw. Less comfortable with interaction today than yesterday. He came forward to eat the treats I’ve placed down after I’ve closed the kennel door. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is recently cleaned
Reaction to assessor:: Robie was alert and sitting up near the front of the kennel with his ears tilted forward.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Robie watches the assessor’s movements and doesn’t come forward when coaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Robie grumbles then moves away.
Reaction to touch:: Robie appears hesitant at first then slowly leans forward to sniff the assessor’s hand. He accepts gently petting on his head, leans in for rubs and perks up when pet along his back. His tail rises up and he slowly comes forward soliciting attention.
Reaction to being picked up:: Robie was tense and started to grumble when picked up. He got antsy, tried to wiggle out of the assessor’s arms then leaped back into the kennel.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Calm,Affectionate,Curious
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Uncomfortable with pick up
Potential challenges comments:: Robie did not appear to like being picked up during their behavior evaluation. Please keep in mind there are many reasons why a cat may be uncomfortable with this type of handling and that this may not necessarily translate into a home environment. We recommend any future home with children be counseled in respecting the cat’s space and for the family to use care when picking him up, especially while he is still adjusting to his new home.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his/her new home.He may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.
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