STORMI – 20849
Safe - 2-22-2018 Brooklyn Rescue: Feline Rescue of SI Please honor your pledges: http://felinerescueofstatenisland.org/donation/
*** SAFE 02/22/18 *** DIABETIC!!! Stormi is a very sweet, affectionate senior lady who’s still adjusting to the hustle and bustle of the shelter environment. She’s diabetic so we’d like to find her placement ASAP, and though she can be a bit nervous at first, she’s given head butts and loves gentle cheek rubs!
Brooklyn Center
*DIABETIC*
Hello, my name is Stormi. My animal id is #20849. I am a desexed female orange tabby cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 10 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 16-Feb-2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- landlord won’t allow.
Stormi 20849 is at at risk for medical concerns. More information can be found in the medical section and she will likely need follow up vet care. Stormi tolrates attention but may be stressed in the shelter environment and would do better in an adult only home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.38 lbs
16/02/2018
Urinalysis glucometer – 583 blood – neg urobilinogen – neg bilirubin – neg protein – neg nitrite – neg ketones – neg ascorbic acid – neg glucose – 1000 pH – 6 specific gravity – 1.005 leukocytes – 75 USG w/refractometer – 1.040 dilute urine (free catch) #1441
18/02/2018
AM BG – HI. Alerted DVM. Give 1 U of Prozinc SQ ate baby food and chicken. #1441
16/02/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~10 yrs Microchip noted on Intake? No History : Owner surrender, reportedly drinking excess water Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Initially allowed all petting and handling, started low growling during exam and hissing, cat muzzle placed for vaccination and towel used for restraint, fled from exam table Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild to moderate dental tartar, pink mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated 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 BG 583 Urine 1000+ for glucose; negative for ketones. USG 1.040 Assessment: Geriatric, diabetes Plan: Rec treatment with ProZinc insulin 1 unit q12 x 10 days. Check BG q12. Monitor appetite. Prognosis: Good short term prognosis with appropriate treatment
17/02/2018
ACR: Monitor condition – diabetic cat – on PZI 1 unit BID (use caution) S/O: Cat is Q/BAR, hissing in cage. LVT reports cat ate overnight and BG was 383 before AM insulin. A: Geriatric underlying – DM. Cat appears stable, but is fractious so only able to assess by cage exam. P: Advised LVT to inform late vet of PM BG and make sure cat is eating DM before evening insulin. Recommend rescue placement ASAP due to behavior and difficult to regulate diabetics in shelter setting. PROGNOSIS: Fair-Good with appropriate care
18/02/2018
Progress exam-DM History : Owner surrender 2/16. Started on ProZinc insulin for DM. BG 583 Urine 1000+ for glucose; negative for ketones. USG 1.040 Subjective: BAR. Limited exam due to behavior. Good appetite. Empty litter box. No csvd. No signs of URI. Objective EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, no ocular d/c, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted H/L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric Diabetes mellitus Plan: Continue ProZinc 1U SQ as indicated until 2/25 Rec NH placement-very stressed in shelter environment BG BID with prozinc Prognosis: Fair BG/Insulin 2/16pm-583, 1U ProZinc 2/17am-383, 1U ProZinc 2/17pn-87, no insulin given 2/18am-too high to read, 1U ProZinc
19/02/2018
Progress exam-DM History : Owner surrender 2/16. Started on ProZinc insulin for DM. BG 583 Urine 1000+ for glucose; negative for ketones. USG 1.040 Subjective: BAR. Limited exam due to behavior. Good appetite. Normal BM in litter box but no bm. No csvd. No signs of URI. Becomes fractious with any handling and BID blood glucose and insulin stresses her out a lot. Objective EENT: Nuclear sclerosis, no ocular d/c, no nasal discharge noted H/L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Geriatric Diabetes mellitus Overweight Plan: Continue ProZinc 1U SQ as indicated until 2/25 Rec NH placement-very stressed in shelter environment BG BID with prozinc Prognosis: Fair BG/Insulin 2/16pm-583, 1U ProZinc 2/17am-383, 1U ProZinc 2/17pn-87, no insulin given 2/18am-too high to read, 1U ProZinc 2/18pm-425, 1U ProZinc 2/19am-355, 1U ProZinc
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
During intake Stormi was very relaxed. She allowed to be taken out her cat carrier and allowed to be collard, scanned and photographed.
Date of Intake: 2/16/2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Stormi is a orange tabby with white that is possibly ten years old. The owner care for stormi for 2 months. The previous owner was giving her away. The current owner can’t care for Stormi due to landlord issues.
Previously lived with:: 1adult
How is this cat around strangers?: When strangers come over Stormi approaches and likes to rub for attention. She likes to be pet.
How is this cat around children?: Stormi has lived with a child age 1 years old and she keeps her distances but will approach and rub. She will enjoy petting briefly.
How is this cat around other cats?: Stormi has never lived with other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Stormi has never lived with dogs.
Behavior Notes: Stormi has received a bath/nail trimmed/ or coat brushed since the two months she has cared for her.
Bite history:: No bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: low energy
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: n.a
For a New Family to Know: Stormi is described as relaxed, aloof and independent. She likes to seek attention but will retrieve to her cat bed and sleep. She sometimes enjoys playing with balls with bells and stuffed toys. Her favorite activities are sleeping and eating.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult Behavior toward strangers: Approaches them and likes to rub for attention Behavior toward children: Keeps her distance, but will approach, rub and enjoys brief petting. Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Unknown Energy level/descriptors: Stormi is described as relaxed, aloof and independent with a low activity level. Other notes: She likes to seek attention but will retrieve to her cat bed and sleep. She sometimes enjoys playing with balls with bells and stuffed toys. Her favorite activities are sleeping and eating.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/16/18 Observed Behavior – Initially allowed all petting and handling, started low growling during exam and hissing, cat muzzle placed for vaccination and towel used for restraint, fled from exam table
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 02/17/18 Crouched in her litter box with her tail wrapped around her body. She lifts her head up to make eye contact, then slow blinks. Sniffs hand when I reach forward and accepts gentle petting on her head. Her body perks up, tail rises and she leans in for cheek rubs. Starts to purr and gives head butts. Still a bit skittish- she tensed up and started to low growl when someone walked into the room. She appreciates attention, but needs some more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Stormi hisses upon approach, but then blinks softly after.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Stormi looks at the assessor with soft eyes, yawns, and then looks away.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Stormi starts grooming herself.
Reaction to touch:: Stormi sniffs the assessor’s hand and was hesitant of petting, but accepts petting and starts to lean in for cheek and chin rubs. She grumbles when pet along her back and she continues to grumble softly when pet on her head again, but no other reaction was displayed.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE: : Bold,Calm,Sweet
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Other
Potential challenges comments:: Stormi has shown discomfort in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Defensive aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. An uncomfortable cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide her 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.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Stormi tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may need time to warm up to her new home and family. 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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