SOPHIE – 17131
Safe - 1-8-2018 Brooklyn
SAFE 1/8/18 Sophie has been peeing outside of her litter for around 6 months. Her owner states she has not taken Sophie to the vet to rule out any medical issues. Please help SOPHIE today.
Brooklyn Center
Sophie 17131, 11 Years Old, Black and White DSH, Spayed, 7lbs 5.76oz, Owner Surrender 12/28/17
Medical:
31-Dec-2017
Progress Exam
Vet Notes: 3:39 PM
Progress exam-monitor inappropriate elimination
History : Owner surrender 12/29- reported litter box issues for the past 6+ months. Gave convenia on intake.
Urinated small amount after palpation – mild hematuria grossly – table sample:
+++Blood
500 Leuk
Normal Glucose
+++Protein
USG 1.041
BG 108
12/30:
CBC/Chem-wnl
Subjective: BAR. Morning meal untouched and litter box had already been cleaned but no inappropriate elimination noted since entering shelter. No c/s/v/d.
Objective
EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal discharge noted
H/L: eupneic, no c/s
Assessment:
Geriatric, owner reported litter box issues (not specified)-none noted in shelter
Hematuria – R/O UTI vs other
Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC.
Prognosis: Good
VET
30-Dec-2017
28-Dec-2017
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 4:31 PM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: ~11yrs
Microchip noted on Intake? Yes
History : Owner surrender – reported litter box issues for the past 6+ months
Subjective: BARH
Observed Behavior – Timid but allowed all handling
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/gingivitis
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, bladder soft, non painful, expressed easily
U/G: Spayed
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Urinated small amount after palpation – mild hematuria grossly – table sample:
+++Blood
500 Leuk
Normal Glucose
+++Protein
USG 1.041
BG 108
Assessment: Geriatric, owner reported litter box issues (not specified)
Hematuria – R/O UTI vs other
Plan: Gave convenia 0.33ml SQ. CBC/Chem scheduled for tomorrow. Continue to monitor while at BACC.
Prognosis: Good
VET
Behavior:
This information is supplied as a guide only based on the history supplied to us and on our observations of the animal in the shelter. Animal Care Centers of NYC, its employees and agents accept no responsibility in the event that the animal behaved differently from its description above nor are any guarantees made in respect of its future behavior.
Animal Behavior Saved At: 31-Dec-2017 14:53:8.000
Animal ID:
17131
Animal Name: Sophie
Age: 11 Years (approx)
Tag Number:
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Gender: Female
Spayed / Neutered: Yes
Behavior Assessment Date:
12/31/2017
KNOWN HISTORY:
Sophie has been peeing outside of her litter for around 6 months. Sophie is a black and white 11 year old cat. Her owner does not recall how she got Sophie and has had her for around 10 years. Sophie has previously lived with 2 adults. According to the owner, Sophie is friendly with strangers. Sophie has not lived with children so her behavior is unknown. Sophie has not lived with cats so her behavior is unknown. Sophie has not lived with dogs so her behavior is unknown. Sophie has litter box accidents every other day for around 6 months. Her owner states she also scratches leather objects. Sophie has not bitten a person or another animal. Owner is not aware of any medical problems or injuries. Sophie will follow her owner around home and was kept indoors only. She was fed Fancy Feast wet and Purina dry food. She was provided with an uncovered litter box with clumping clay. Sophie allowed all handling during intake.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
Timid but allowed all handling.
Cage Condition:
Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:
Sophie is standing in front of her kennel with a soft body, tail raised as the assessor approaches.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Sophie makes eye contact and head-butts the kennel door when spoken to softly.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Sophie remains calm and relaxed in the front of her kennel as the cage door opens.
Reaction to touch:
Sophie allows petting along her head and body while leaning in and raising her tail.
Reaction to being picked up:
Sophie allows the assessor to pick her up and hold her. She jumps back into her kennel after a few moments, turning around to head-butt he assessor’s hand.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Mellow
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Social
Sweet
Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
Inappropriate elimination
Potential challenges comments:
Sophie’s previous owner reports that she was urinating outside the litter box, but we are unaware of what, if any, modification steps were taken to try and address this behavior. Please note as well that Sophie has been diagnosed with and is being treated for a mild case of hematuria in the care center, which is usually a sign of an underlying condition in older cats and may be influencing the urination behavior. We cannot be sure whether this behavior will continue in a home environment after treatment for the medical condition has been completed, but we recommend that potential adopters be comfortable with management and modification techniques for elimination outside the litter box should this behavior continue in a home environment.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Beginner
Behavior Asilomar
H – Healthy
RECOMMENDATIONS:
None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Sophie interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat can go to a beginner home.
Other:
12/31/17 Behavior: Beginner
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: 17131
Animal Name: Sophie
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Spay/Neuter status
Yes
Date of Intake
28-Dec-2017
Is this cat having litter box issues?
Yes
If yes, Please elaborate:
Sophie has been peeing outside of her litter for around 6 months. Her owner states she has not taken Sophie to the vet to rule out any medical issues.
Basic Information:
Sophie is a black and white 11 year old cat. Her owner does not recall how she got Sophie and has had her for around 10 years.
Previously lived with:
2 adults
How is this cat around strangers?
According to the owner, Sophie is friendly with strangers.
How is this cat around children?
Sophie has not lived with children so her behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around other cats?
Sophie has not lived with cats so her behavior is unknown.
How is this cat around dogs?
Sophie has not lived with dogs so her behavior is unknown.
Behavior Notes
Sophie has litter box accidents every other day for around 6 months. Her owner states she also scratches leather objects.
Bite history:
Sophie has not bitten a person or another animal.
Energy level/descriptors:
Low.
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No
Medical Notes
Owner is not aware of any medical problems or injuries.
For a New Family to Know
Sophie will follow her owner around home and was kept indoors only. She was fed Fancy Feast wet and Purina dry food. She was provided with an uncovered litter box with clumping clay.
Behavior Notes:
Sophie allowed all handling during intake.
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