SAMMY – 15554
Safe - 12-20-2017 Brooklyn Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 12/20/17 *** SECOND CHANCE TONIGHT FOR CALM AND SWEET SAMMY WHO IS AVERAGE RATED AND NEEDS A HOME NOW!! SAMMY is about 6 yrs old and has a heart murmur. He is nervous but allows handling. He was relaxed and purred for his behavior assessment so we know once in a home this boy will be a wonderful snuggle buddy! Sammy needs follow up vet check and a furever home! RESERVE SAMMY BY NOON!!
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Sammy. My animal id is #15554. I am a male white cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 6 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 06-Dec-2017.
ZIP Code From: 11236
Sammy is at risk due to being diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection and will likely require home rest and a series of antibiotics for up to 14 days. This is a contagious illness to other cats. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.98 lbs
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~6yrs Microchip noted on Intake? no History : stray, possible SCP Subjective: QARH. No interest in food at time of exam Observed Behavior – Tense but allows all handling Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective P =WNL R =WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, moderate dark brown waxy debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted, large cheeks Oral Exam: Moderate staining, chipped teeth, pink mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Grade 4/6 heart murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male 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, lethargic Prognosis: Fair Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Consider cardiology work up with placement SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to heart murmur
[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.
Monitor appetite S/O: QAR. Resting comfortably in cage. Eating well, normal urine and stool EENT: Eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge HL: Normal RR/RE, no sneezing or coughing MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: Male A: Heart murmur ausculted on intake, lethargic P: Continue to monitor while at BACC.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
During intake, Sammy hissed and swatted at counselor when approached with food. No handling was done.
Date of Intake: 12/6/2017
Spay/Neuter status: No
Basic Information:: Sammy is an adult white and black cat. He came to the center as a stray.
Previously lived with:: unknown
How is this cat around strangers?: Sammy came to the center so his behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around children?: Sammy came to the center so his behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around other cats?: Sammy came to the center so his behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around dogs?: Sammy came to the center so his behavior is unknown.
Behavior Notes: Sammy came to the center so his behavior is unknown.
Bite history:: Sammy came to the center so his bite history is unknown.
Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown.
Medical Notes: Sammy came to the center so his medical history is unknown.
For a New Family to Know: Sammy came to the center so his behavior is unknown.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Sammy was brought in as a stray, so there is no information on their behavior history or tendencies in a home environment. During intake, Sammy hissed and swatted at counselor when approached with food.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior – Tense but allows all handling
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Sammy was curled up, resting by the back.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Sammy looks at the assessor with soft eyes and remains in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Sammy remains soft and relaxed.
Reaction to touch:: Sammy sniffs the assessor’s hand and accepts petting. He begins to purr and leans in for cheek rubs.
Reaction to being picked up:: Sammy is tense during pick up, but remains calm when held.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Calm,Sweet
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Average
Behavior Asilomar: H – Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Sammy interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
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