WREN – 20020
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***SAFE 02/11/18 *** WREN is an owner surrender. He is 8 year old and already neutered. WREN is a bit frightened in the shelter and needs a home asap.
BROOKLYN CENTER
Hello, my name is Wren. My animal id is #20020. I am a desexed male orange tabby cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years old. – P
I came into the shelter as a stray on 05-Feb-2018.
ZIP Code From: 11218
Wren was placed at risk due to behavior concerns; Wren has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of handling. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.
My medical notes are…
Weight: 7.34 lbs
5/02/2018
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8+ Microchip noted on Intake? no Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : o surrender/ brought in as stray – with 20019 and 20020 Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior – Scared. Will flea. Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R = eup BCS= 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear. Ears – black discharge AU left worse the R and has pedal reflex. No nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Moderate calculus and gingivitis PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MC MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Assessment: 8 yo MC DSH. Otitis externa – suspect ear mites. Dental dz – moderate. Prognosis: Good. Plan: Routine intake. Recom dental prophylaxis but not urgent. Ear cleaning. Ivermectin 0.1 cc SQ. Tresaderm AU BID x 7 days.
Details on my behavior are…
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
KNOWN HISTORY:: Wren was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to his behavior in his previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/05/18 Scared. Will flee
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 02/06/18 Lying in back of kennel with a low, tense body, ears tilted. Tolerates petting along head and body while turning head to watch the bear-claw with wide eyes, pupils dilated. Tail is wrapped around feet. Needs some time to adjust. 02/07/18 Lying towards front of kennel, body flat and tense. Tolerates petting along head and body while looking around the room and tilting ears. Avoids eye contact. Nervous and unsure. Not interested in treats at the moment. 02/08/18 Curled up behind the litter box. Tense body, alert and wary of his surroundings. He lip licks and tries to avoid eye contact. Leans away when touched, body feels tense. Tolerates petting. Nervous and unsure. Not interested in treats at the moment.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Wren was tense and curled up tight in the back of the kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Wren feint sleeps and doesn’t get up or come forward when coaxed.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Wren flinches and lip licks.
Reaction to touch:: Wren perks up and becomes alert when the assessor approaches him. His ears rotate, eyes dart around looking for an exit and he flinches slightly when pet. He lip licks and tolerates petting gently on his head while looking around the kennel with wide, wary eyes.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Wren has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may dislike certain types of 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:: Wren 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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