TIGGER – A1115851
Safe - 6-22-2017 Brooklyn
SAFE 6/22/17 Tigger is a very sweet boy whose owner has dumped for allergies. He is very overweight at 20 lbs and may have mild arthritis. Needs weight loss.
BROOKLYN CENTER
TIGGER – A1115851
NEUTERED MALE, ORG TABBY, DOMESTIC SH MIX, 12 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason ALLERGIES
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 06/19/2017, From NY 11208, DueOut Date 06/19/2017,
Medical Behavior Evaluation GREEN
Medical Summary DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 7 yo Microchip noted on Intake? no History: Owner surrender, no previous medical history available Subjective: BAR, euhydrated, obese (9/9), matted on dorsum Observed Behavior: nervous but very sweet, allowed all handling including clipping mats Evidence of Cruelty seen – none Evidence of Trauma seen – none Objective BCS 9/9 EENT: Eyes clear, moderate dark ceruminous discharge AU, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: moderate dental tartar and gingivitis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, significant abdominal fat pad precludes full palpation U/G: neutered male, no discharge, moderate fecal staining on perineum MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, diffusely matted over dorsum. When clipped, underlying skin is healthy with no excoriations. Mild discomfort on lumbosacral palpation. CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment Obese, likely mild lumbosacral arthritis and diffusely unkempt haircoat/ears secondary to obesity Plan: clipped mats, cleaned ears. Ok to be available for adoption with adopter counseling about appropriate weight loss, grooming plan, and arthritis management. Prognosis: Good.
Weight 20.0
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