VINE – 11601
Safe - 12-3-2017 Brooklyn
**SAFE 12/03/17** VINE needs a chance to SHINE! Coming to the shelter from a home with many other kitties, it seems that no one has taken the time to get to know VINE. Read his shelter notes–despite not being super-socialized, VINE got along pretty well during the few interactions he’d had with ACC staff. Considering how scary the shelter is, and how many animals lose their minds in that hole, VINE is a super pet in the making! Message [email protected] if YOU can save VINE tonight!
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Vine. My animal id is #11601. I am a desexed male black cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 03-Nov-2017.
Vine is at risk for behavior concerns (Experience determination). His has been fearful in care center and may display distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. He accepts some petting, but will show discomfort when he’s had enough attention.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 10.36 lbs
Clear eyes Clear nose good haircoat confirmed un-neutered patient required net.
Pre Medication: Siumbadol 0.6ml SQ Anesthetic Induction Telazol: 0.1ml IM Gas Maintenance: Isoflorane 2% NSAID Robenicoxib 0.45ML SQ Green Linear Tattoo Placed on Midline Surgeon: 1431
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~3yrs Microchip noted on Intake? no History: O/S (hoarding case). Subjective: Cat is Q/BARH. Observed Behavior – LVT brought cat in net stating he would flee. Cat appears fearful (body low, pupils dilated), but allows vet to handle with minimal restraint, and does not try to flee. Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Objective T = NA P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Healthy adult dentition; Grade 0-1/4 dental dz PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: both testicles descended MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment: Apparently Healthy Prognosis: Good-Excellent Plan: Acceptable candidate for adoption or rescue pending behavior eval. SURGERY: Okay for surgery
Pre-neuter exam: 1431 BAR, hydrated EENT: clear au/ou, no ocular or nasal discharge. PLN: nsf H/L: within normal limits ABD: benign MSI: ambulatory x 4, in good flesh, good haircoat U/G: male intact Neuro: nsf A: in apparent good health P: okay for surgery
Neuter: Routine self tie castration Green linear intradermal tattoo placed Recovery uneventful.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
KNOWN HISTORY:: Vine was brought in without information on his behavior in his previous home. He lived in a home with many cats and was reported to be under-socialized with people.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: Observed Behavior – Cat appears fearful (body low, pupils dilated), but allows vet to handle with minimal restraint, and does not try to flee.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/08/17 Crouched on top of kuranda bed, body tense and pupils dilated. She watches me, head following my movements as I’m opening the kennel door and placing tuna towards her. Does not come forward for tuna or treats – too nervous. Tolerates petting along her head and body while lowering herself and turning her head to watch my hand. 11/10/17 Tense and wary, lying down underneath the kuranda bed. Wide eyes, focused on my movements. Remains motionless and tolerates gentle petting on his head and body. Not interested in treats. Seems uncomfortable and shifts away to the other side of the cage. Low body posture. Retreats into the litter box, wraps tail at side. 11/12/17 Lying on top of kuranda bed with a low, tense body. Maintains eye contact and tilts ears, pupils dilated when spoken to. He leans away from my hand as I reach towards him and tolerates petting along his head and body while turning to watch my hand, tail wrapping around body and ears flattening further. He sniffs the treats I place down next to him but does not feel comfortable enough to eat them. Needs more time to adjust. 11/14/17 Lying beneath kuranda bed with a low body. Ears tilt and pupils dilate when spoken to. He sniffs the treats I push towards him but doesn’t eat them in front of me. He tolerates petting along his head and body while flattening his ears and moving towards his portal with a low body, tail tucked between legs. He freezes and tolerates further petting when halfway through his portal, then walks all the way through. Needs more time to adjust.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Vine was curled up on top the kuranda bed with his tail wrapped around his body.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Vine lip licks and remains focused on the assessor’s movements.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Vine remains motionless.
Reaction to touch:: Vine tenses up and his eyes dart around the kennel when approached by the assessor. He rises up, lip licks and tolerates gentle petting on his head and body. The end of his tail twitches with every soft pet and he slowly shifts away to the other side of the double kennel.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Vine has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may be uncomfortable with extended handling. 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: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Vine tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. 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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