KNOWN HISTORY:: Indoor Cat Previously lived with: Adults, Children Behavior toward strangers: Prefers contact on their terms, Hides initially Behavior toward children: Tolerant Behavior toward cats: Plays gently, tolerant Behavior toward dogs: Stress meows, nips, hisses Bite or Scratch history: On 5/9/25 in the early afternoon, Telly, normally being an indoor cat, had escaped and encountered a raccoon and was "viscously attacked" by a raccoon in the fire escape. The owner heard Telly scuffling and he went out to help his cat. He noted that the cat began to act aggressively towards him and his family members since the attack and was not allowing to be handled. On 5/11/25 at around 1 pm, the owner was trying to prepare to bring his cat over to the Manhattan Animal Care Centers to surrender her. He had gone over to where the cat was situated and attempted to capture Telly to put her in a carrier. Telly was fearful and redirected onto the owner's arm, scratching him severely and breaking skin. Telly immediately went under the couch and hid there for a while. Due to him and his family members being afraid of handling Telly, the owner called 911 for assistance with Telly and to receive medical attention. The owner was brought to his local hospital and received a tetanus shot and treatment for his wounds. Litter box training: Yes, had access to 2 uncovered litter boxes with scented litter. Energy level/descriptors: Low (mostly lays around) Other notes: Described as a friendly, affectionate, and independent cat who prefers contact on her own terms. Spent most of her time in the living room or at the window. Plays rough - (mouthy, grabs, claws out). Got interactive play time once a day. Likes to scratch on cardboard and horizontal surfaces. Enjoys having her coat brushed, struggles or squirms when picked up or held, stress meows when placed in a carrier. She’s independent and likes a peaceful environment and limited human interaction but still enjoys receiving love and attention just at her own pace. Eats Fancy feast wet food and temptations treats.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 5/23/25 FB26 Appears unwell when approached inside the den, slowly retreating and hissing at the scratching tool through the side portal door. However, when she remains still, She allows petting, with her ears tilted to the side. Ended the interaction to minimize stress. 6/9/25 FB47 Telly was quiet but displayed normal behavior and mentation.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Calm,Timid,Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,Other,New home adjustment period

Potential challenges comments:: Bite/scratch history regarding an incident with a racoon. After that, Telly's behavior began to change. She acted aggressively toward the owner and family members and had scratched the owner when attempting to handle her for transport to surrender. See Known History above for more details.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home

Recommendations comments:: Due to fearfulness. Counselor discretion is advised.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: 05/19/25: Telly is a shy, timid, and independent cat. She was hiding in the den curled up with a tense body and wide eyes. She sniffs treats offered on the scratcher tool and then leans back when reaching close. When pet on the head, she begins low grumbling and lip licks when receiving cheek rubs. When stroking her body, she looks back and then she hisses and remains tense when applying gentle upward pressure on her side. Pick up was not attempted in order to reduce stress. 06/10/25: Telly's behavior has slightly improved from the initial assessment; however, she still displays fearful behavior and she may vocalize with stress or disengage from attention during the interaction. She was hiding in the den resting, curled up with her head down and tail wrapped around her body. When spoken to and opening the door, she perks up and tucks her front limbs under her body. She sniffs treats offered on the scratcher tool and tolerates petting on her head, cheeks, and body; she is unbothered and does not engage with the attention. When applying gentle upward pressure on her side and chest to nudge or slightly lift her body, she whines, lies down on her side, and pushes against the tool with her limbs. She lip licks and continues to tolerate more petting and attention at the end. Telly tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her 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.