SHADOW – 11267
Safe - 11-15-2017 Brooklyn
*** SAFE 11/15/17 *** SHADOW was happy with his dog and cat housemates in his former home…now he has been taken from the family that he knew and is sad and unhappy. Turn his frown upside down and give this boy a new chance at a home by fostering or adopting..
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Shadow . My animal id is #11267. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 1 years old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 31-Oct-2017, with the surrender reason stated as poor choice – too many animals already.
Shadow is at risk for behavior challenges (New Hope Only determination). Shadows is not thriving here at the care center and is displaying fearful behavior, Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. There is no noted medical condition at this time.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 8.92 lbs
[DVM Intake]1444 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1y Microchip noted on Intake? no History : owner surrender Subjective: bar Observed Behavior – needed im telazol to examine Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 180 R = wnl BCS 3/5 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:good condition, 1 yr age PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: mi x 2 MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: na Assessment: overtly healthy 1 yr mi dsh Prognosis: excellent Plan:neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Routine closed Feline Neuter, two scrotal testes Self tie of spermatic cord, single ligature ( hand tie) proximal to self tie. green linear tattoo Surgeon: 1204
[Anesthesia Template] Record in Mgs or MLS (identify which one) and Route of Administration Pre Medication Hydromorphone: Simbadol: 0.55cc SQ Anesthetic Induction Telazol:0; 0.1cc IM Gas Maintenance: Isoflorane % : 2 NSAID Robenicoxib: .41cc SQ Carprofen Post Sx Meds
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Upon intake Shadow was very timid his was hissy and swatting. Shadow tried to flee during intake and bedding was used.
Date of Intake: 10/31/2017
Spay/Neuter status: No
Basic Information:: Shadow is a 1yearold an unaltered Male, Dsh. He came to his home 5 months ago and was surrendered due to the owner having too many pets.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults, 8 cats
How is this cat around strangers?: Around Strangers Shadow is shy for a few days and later allows people to pet him.
How is this cat around children?: He has never been around children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Shadow has lived with 8 other cats and is relaxed and gentle around them.
How is this cat around dogs?: Shadow has lived with a small dog and is relaxed around the dog.
Behavior Notes: During car rides Shadow relaxed and calm. Shadow likes to be brushed and isn’t bothered when someone pick him up. Shadow goes into the carrier if food is placed inside. He was described as Mellow, Shy, and quiet with a high activity level.
Bite history:: He has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: high activity level
For a New Family to Know: Shadow likes play with ball and likes to be in a same room. Shadow is free feed dry food. Shadow is litter box trained and uses a hooded box with clumping litter. He has a scratching post made of carpet and cardboard.
KNOWN HISTORY:: KNOWN HISTORY: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 Adults and 8 cats Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few days then warms up Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Relaxed and gentle Behavior toward dogs: Lived with a small dog Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Very high activity level Other notes: He likes to be brushed and isn’t bothered when someone pick him up. He goes into the carrier if food is placed inside.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/01/17 Lying in litter box with a low, tense body. Ears are flattened. He tolerates petting along his head and body briefly before hissing/growling and swatting the bear-claw out of the way. Uncomfortable – needs more time to adjust. Sprayed feliway.
Cage Condition:: Cage is re-arranged
Reaction to assessor:: Shadow keeps his body lowered and was hiding behind his litter box.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Shadow’s ears bend flat, his eyes widen and he remains hyper focused on the assessor’s movements.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Shadow low growls and shifts away to the other side of the double kennel.
Reaction to touch:: Shadow arches his back, tenses up and displays distance increasing behaviors when approached. He appears very uncomfortable and currently doesn’t allow any handling.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Shadow 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 him 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:: Shadow is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and may require further investigation before placement in a home. He 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.
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