Animal Profile
George
Hello, my name is George . My animal id is #138329. I am a desexed male brown tabby cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 3 months old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 5/4/2022, with the surrender reason stated as not a fit - too many animals already.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
George is on the emergency placement list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association, and will swat when someone goes near him. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Due to the detailed behavior issues, this animal is only available for foster/adoption through one of ACC's New Hope Partners. If you are interested in adopting or fostering, please fill out the pre-screener form. This animal is not directly available for adoption through ACC and is only available by completing the pre-screener form.Adoption inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form
My medical notes are...
Weight: 9.8 lbs
5/5/2022
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 yr Microchip noted on Intake? negative History:owner surrender Subjective:owner surrender Observed Behavior - strikes while in kennel, hisses, tense body Evidence of Cruelty seen -none Evidence of Trauma seen -none Objective QARH mm pink P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears oily dark brown debris, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:beet red gingiva, halitosis, clean dental surfaces PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:scrotal testes 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 stomatitis waxy debris ears Prognosis:very good, however may require dental extractions Plan: otic smear for mites, negative convenia 0.4ml SC dexamethasone 2mg/ml Gave 0.4ml IM SURGERY: Okay for surgery, clean ears at surgery
5/9/2022
Pre-op exam Due to behavior challenges, a visual exam was performed S: In den. Spit at me when I approached and made eye contact. O: BAR. No nasal or ocular discharge. No coughing or sneezing. A: Appropriate surgical candidate P: Neuter today 1088
5/9/2022
Surgery report - feline neuter Was this cat a Cryptorchid? No - normal feline scrotum and testicles Routine feline neuter, scrotal approach along median raphe Self tie of spermatic cords Incision left open to drain Green linear tattoo on ventral abd to denote neuter status Ears cleaned during recovery Surgeon: 1088
5/17/2022
Brief exam. Vomited twice - once today and yesterday. Passing loose stools. Is otherwise eating and urinating normally. S/O BAR, hissing, vocalizing. Eupneic. A/P Starting Fortiflora, 1 packet once daily x 5 days. Continue to monitor appetite/stools/demeanor
5/25/2022
Progress exam History Intake 5/5/2022: Owner surrender, noted stomatitis, otitis. 5/9: Routine neuter 5/17: Noted diarrhea, started fortiflora Today, 5/25: Diarrhea noted again on rounds. Subjective: BAR, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting. Diarrhea FS 6/7 in kennel Objective: Cageside exam performed. Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Nasal Cavity: Clear bilaterally, no discharge Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Assessment: -Diarrhea -Stomatitis (no change to appetite) Prognosis: Good Plan: -Start metronidazole 15 mg/kg PO q12h x 5d until 5/30
6/8/2022
Progress exam History: Intake 5/5/2022: Owner surrender, noted stomatitis, otitis. 5/9: Routine neuter 5/17: Noted diarrhea, started fortiflora Today, 6/8: Progress exam Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea. Sedated for oral exam with dexmedetomidine 10 mcg/kg, butorphanol 0.2 mg/kg IM Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 5/9 OP: Mucous membranes pink and moist. CRT <2. Marked gingival inflammation, moderate tartar. Marked halitosis EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: No murmurs or arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: male castrated, no discharge INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, no pain on palpation of epaxials NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Stomatitis (appears mostly unchanged from intake) Prognosis: Good Plan: -Recommend dental procedure +/- extractions with placement
6/11/2022
Hematochezia reported by ACS, previous hx of diarrhea. Start fortiflora 1 packet in food SID x 7 days. Monitor closely on daily rounds.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
George had a tense body and allowed pets at first. George began to lip lick, then hissed and swatted. I was unable to collar or scan for a chip at this point. I had the owner put on gloves and place George inside a kennel.
Spay/Neuter status: No
Date of Intake: 5/4/2022
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
How is this cat around strangers?: George is described to be fearful and will hiss at strangers.
How is this cat around children?: No children in previous home.
How is this cat around other cats?: George is tolerant of the other cats in the home (varies).
How is this cat around dogs?: n/a
Behavior Notes: George will hiss or swat if given a bath, trim his nails or brush his coat. He will swat if picked up or held. George will hiss, swat or bite if placed inside a carrier.
Bite history:: George did not bite or scratch a person or animal in previous home.
Energy level/descriptors:: Low energy level
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: George is shy or fearful with strangers. George has a low energy level and keeps to himself. George is mostly indoor and sleeps in the kitchen. George is fed wet and dry food (varies) daily. George is litter box trained and uses a hooded litter box. George will scratch on the furniture, drapes, or wood with bark.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: Adults and multiple cats Behavior toward strangers: George is described to be fearful and will hiss at strangers. Behavior toward children: unknown. Behavior toward cats: George is tolerant of the other cats in the home. Behavior toward dogs: Unknown. Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Low energy level Other notes: George is shy or fearful with strangers. George has a low energy level and keeps to himself. George is mostly indoor and sleeps in the kitchen. George is fed wet and dry food (varies) daily. George is litter box trained and uses a hooded litter box. George will scratch on the furniture, drapes, or wood with bark.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 5/08/22 Hiding inside den, no response when softly spoken to. I slowly extend scratcher and place treats next to the opening while coaxing him. He quickly sticks his head out to watch me with wide eyes as I take the scratcher away, but will retreat inside again and watches me with face partially hidden. I continue to coax him, blink, and play purring sounds. Did not try to pet today, needs time to adjust. 5/10/22 Remained hidden in cat den. He did not come out when coaxed with treats, toys or compliments. I do not push further interaction today, needs time to adjust. Hopefully he eats his treats later when he feels more comfortable. 5/11/22 Continues to hide in his den. He tenses when spoken softly, making eye contact with wide pupils. He lunges forward and swats from within when slowly offering squeeze ups through the vent hole. I spent time talking softly and blinking to him. Kept the interaction short as he is very stressed out there. Will move to holding room to give him a calmer environment. 5/12/22 Inside den, no response when coaxed. I slowly extend scratcher and place treats in front of the den. When slowly taking the scratcher away, he'll watch from the opening but remains mostly covered behind the den. He won't expose himself and blinks a few times, but will tense up and focus on the scratcher with any slight movement. I kept coaxing and played purring sounds for him. Gave him space and eventually he'll poke his head out to eat, but quickly turns to watch me when I approach. He blinks when spoken to and then shrinks back inside. Will come out to eat the rest of the treats later. I tried offering more but he'll spit from inside the den so I placed treats a little further away from the opening. 5/13/22 Lying sideways in his den. He remains in place on approach but starts to spit and growl. I spent time talking softly and putting treats gently through the vent holes. He continued to growl throughout but soft blinked from time to time. I toss some treats next to the den portal then closed the door and walked away. He comes out to eat them and I see him when walking back. We made eye contact and he would return some soft blinks. He followed the red laser dot for a moment, then I rewarded with more treats and left him alone. He walked to the front after and ate them all, then retreated to his den. Fearful but definitely curious. Will continue to build positive association. 5/15/22 Hiding in den and looked out of the opening, hissing. Tossed treats near him but he did not show any interest. He grumbled and hissed as I spoke to him. Placed some treats on a scratcher and slowly put it near the opening of the den. He struck the scratcher, scattering the treats. Very stressed, retreated further into the den so he could not be seen at all. When I checked on him later, he was peering out of the den and hissed at me. - GAN
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Bold,Skittish,Independent,Timid
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Adult cat socialization,Fearful
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New Hope Only
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: During our interaction, George was crouched on his kuranda bed on approach. He tilted his ears when spoken softly and retreated very tense. George hissed and struck the scratcher tool when offered treats, then retreated to the other side to avoid the interaction. George is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room. He has tried to swat, is extremely fearful in the shelter environment and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. George would benefit from socialization to help him come out of his shell a little more. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.