ZINC – A1120733
Safe - 8-16-2017 Manhattan
*** SAFE 8/16/17 *** Let’s help this handsome, elder cat named Zinc find the home he deserves @MACC.
A volunteer writes: Zinc is a beautiful gray kitty boy with lovely yellow eyes. He’s a little shy at first, but once you get to know him, he will lovingly come up to you, looking for some pets. In no time you’ll be experiencing the affectionate nature of this adorable little guy. He’s curious, looking around the room to see his surroundings. He also loves his share of treats, gobbling them up when given to him. If you’re looking for a quiet, calm, loving cat, Zinc is the one for you; come see him, he would love to be a part of your home!
ZINC is a neutered senior cat that was brought into the ACC as a stray. He allows all handling and would make a wonderful companion. Please consider ZINC today.
Manhattan Center
My name is ZINC. My Animal ID # is A1120733. – P
I am a neutered male gray domestic sh mix. The shelter thinks I am about 12 YEARS old.
I came in the shelter as a STRAY on 08/03/2017 from NY 10463, owner surrender reason stated was STRAY.
08/15/2017 AT RISK MEMO
A1120733 Zinc is At Risk fo rmedical reasons (please see exam below)
MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
08/14/2017 Exam Type RE-EXAM – Medical Rating is 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 6.6 LBS.
Hx: geriatric; blood work showed mature neutrophilia, mild azotemia (creat 2.1) and elevated globulins; persistant diarrhea; on metronidazole (50 mg SID PO), panacur, LRS, i/d food; yesterday, metro dose was increased to 50 mg BID and cerenia was added; today had a good appetite but continues to have diarrhea S/O BAR, appears more interactive today mild appetite noted overnight but had good app during exam mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec no nasal discharge or sneezing noted or reported OU-open and clear eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft, doughy abdomen; intestines feel slightly thickened and fluid filled moderate diffuse muscle wasting A Diarrhea-chronic; minimal response to current treatment thus far Mild azotemia-suspect dehydration; r/o mild CKD vs other Muscle wasting P gave 0.1 ml torb IM for radiographs AXR-intestines appear diffusely empty with subjective thickening of intestinal wall; soft feces present in colon gave dexamethasone 2 mg/ml: 0.2 ml IM prognosis: guarded to fair; suspect chronic GI disease due to persistant nature of diarrhea-top differentials include IBD or lymphoma; for definitive diagnosis, further diagnostics including an abdominal ultrasound and endoscopic biopsies may be necessary; if improvement is noted with steroid injection given today, then presumptive treatment for chronic GI disease with steroids is reasonable, however long term prognosis can differ significantly based on underlying cause
08/03/2017 PET PROFILE MEMO
08/03/17 17:45 Zinc is a gray DSh who was found walking around outside and followed ownerto her door. Finder allowed cat inside and he did not scratch on furniture and used the litter box well. He had a medium level of energy at home. Zinc was calm during his intake and allowed all handling for collaring, scanning and photograph. He is calm while being held.
08/12/2017 WEB MEMO
A volunteer writes: Zinc is a beautiful gray kitty boy with lovely yellow eyes. He’s a little shy at first, but once you get to know him, he will lovingly come up to you, looking for some pets. In no time you’ll be experiencing the affectionate nature of this adorable little guy. He’s curious, looking around the room to see his surroundings. He also loves his share of treats, gobbling them up when given to him. If you’re looking for a quiet, calm, loving cat, Zinc is the one for you; come see him, he would love to be a part of your home!
08/06/2017 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – AVERAGE
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
KNOWN HISTORY: Zinc was brought in as a stray, so there is no information on his behavior in his previous home. His finder reports he was walking around outside and follow them to their door. They allowed him to go inside and stated he used the litter box well and did not scratch on their furniture. He had a medium energy level during that time. He was calm during the intake process and allowed the counselor to conduct all handling. MEDICAL BEHAVIOR: Observed Behavior – calm, friendly, allowed exam EVALUATION: Cage Condition: Cage is neat Reaction to assessor: Zinc was resting upon approach. Reaction when softly spoken to: Zinc looks at the assessor and blinks softly before getting up to approach the front of the kennel. Reaction to cage door opening: Zinc sniffs around but slowly walks to the back of his cubby. Reaction to touch: Zinc sniffs the assessor’s hand and lowers his head, but accepts petting and leans in for cheek rubs. He remains in place and curls his tail against his body. Reaction to being picked up: Zinc is a bit tense, but allows handling. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Mellow, Moderate VOCAL: Quiet CHARACTER TYPE: Curious, Sweet, Calm BEHAVIOR SUMMARY: Average Zinc interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.
GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
No Group Behavior Summary
08/04/2017 DVM INTAKE PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 4 C – SEVERE CONDITIONS , behavior rating was NONE
08/04/17 13:12 DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~12 years Microchip noted on Intake? History : Subjective: Observed Behavior – calm, friendly, allowed exam Evidence of Cruelty seen – no Evidence of Trauma seen – no Good appetite on exam Objective T = — P = — R =— BCS 3/9 with moderate diffuse muscle wasting EENT: moderate discharge AU, no URI signs Oral Exam: oligodontia, severe periodontal disease (recommned dental with extractions after placement) PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male neutered MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat, underweight and muscle wasting CNS: mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment ~12 year old MN cat geriatric neutered severe periodontal disease ear mites/otitis externa mild dehydration Plan Tresaderm AU BID x 14 days ear cleanings sign up for cbc/chem/t4 and in-house USG LRS 50 ml SQ SID x 3 days vet check tomorrow to review blood work and monitor progress since intake recommend geriatric work up dental with extractions after placement Prognosis: fair to good SURGERY: already neutered
08/14/2017 RE-EXAM (LAST MAJOR EXAM)
Medical rating 4 NC – SEVERE CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS,
Hx: geriatric; blood work showed mature neutrophilia, mild azotemia (creat 2.1) and elevated globulins; persistant diarrhea; on metronidazole (50 mg SID PO), panacur, LRS, i/d food; yesterday, metro dose was increased to 50 mg BID and cerenia was added; today had a good appetite but continues to have diarrhea S/O BAR, appears more interactive today mild appetite noted overnight but had good app during exam mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec no nasal discharge or sneezing noted or reported OU-open and clear eupnic, heart/lungs WNL soft, doughy abdomen; intestines feel slightly thickened and fluid filled moderate diffuse muscle wasting A Diarrhea-chronic; minimal response to current treatment thus far Mild azotemia-suspect dehydration; r/o mild CKD vs other Muscle wasting P gave 0.1 ml torb IM for radiographs AXR-intestines appear diffusely empty with subjective thickening of intestinal wall; soft feces present in colon gave dexamethasone 2 mg/ml: 0.2 ml IM prognosis: guarded to fair; suspect chronic GI disease due to persistant nature of diarrhea-top differentials include IBD or lymphoma; for definitive diagnosis, further diagnostics including an abdominal ultrasound and endoscopic biopsies may be necessary; if improvement is noted with steroid injection given today, then presumptive treatment for chronic GI disease with steroids is reasonable, however long term prognosis can differ significantly based on underlying cause
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