Animal Profile
Pirate
Hello, my name is Pirate. My animal id is #234957. I am a male gray cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 4 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a aco - owner surrender on 8/23/2025, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- eviction.
Pirate is on the at-risk 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. 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. Pirate is on the at-risk 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. 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. What my friends at ACC say about me: I have lived with cats in my previous home. I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy! I am finding the shelter a little overwhelming, but when it's just you and me and some peace and quiet you'll see what a love bug I am. A volunteer writes: Chubby-cheeked Pirate may look a little rough around the edges. But all this shy, curious guy needs is a pet parent willing to help boost his confidence. Brought to the Care Center from a home with many other cats, Pirate has been laying low since he's been with us, still adjusting to his new environment and not ready to solicit too much attention. When staffers approach him, he shows interest, and the fact that he's allowed gentle pettings tells us he wants to make friends--he just needs time to feel secure. (Yummy treats will help; he can't resist them!) Pirate is a true diamond in the rough--and he's waiting for the right forever family to make feel cherished and loved.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 7.9 lbs
8/23/2025
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-5y Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative History: Owner surrender due to too many cats Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Tense but allows all handling for exam and tasks. Not interested in food offered. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Neglect seen-no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes OD globe has shrunken into socket causing upper and lower lid entropion, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: adult dentition with mild tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact, 2 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: normal external Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment phthsis bulbi OS Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks neuter new home consider enucleation of eye remnants if bothering SURGERY: Okay for surgery
9/6/2025
Noted during rounds to be hypersalivating and sitting in litterbox S: QAR, fresh food bowls in kennel O: EENT: Eyes clear, clear nasal discharge noted Oral exam: ptyalism, limited exam performed H/L: Eupneic, no sneezing or audible congestion heard while cage side MSI: Ambulatory x 4, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate/ alert A: Mild URI P: LRS 100mls SQ q24hr x3d Cerenia 10mg/ml 0.4 ml SQ q24hr x3d Zorbium for appropriate weight Fortiflora 1 packet PO SID x7d
9/6/2025
Attempts to flee, unable to administer fluids/cerenia
9/13/2025
Recheck mild URI BAR in kennel Still sniffling A: URI-mild P: recheck 3d
9/15/2025
No respiratory symptoms
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
KNOWN HISTORY:: Pirate was brought in with limited information on his behavior history in a home environment.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 8/27/25 Vol. Pirate was lying on his side inside den, with one front paw stretched out in front of him. His eyes were narrowed, with dilated pupils. He did not show interest in treats or toys. He tolerated brief petting on his head with the scratcher tool, remaining in place. While I took notes quietly, he crept partway out of den to eat wet food, moving slowly and keeping his body low to the ground. He tolerated a few gentle pats on the head while eating. After interaction he climbed on top of den and lay down. 8/31/25 Vol. Resting in cubby behind litter box with dilated eyes. Did not return slow blinks with sweet talk. Startled and sat back when the door opened again. Did not investigate a cup of Temptations and squeeze-up. Checked back after 5 minutes and had licked the squeeze-up, but left treats. Sniffed the scratcher tool when it approached and tried to evade contact. Allowed a few head scratches with airplane ears. 9/6/25 Vol. Is sitting up in cubby with body facing mostly the wall and head facing me. Offered dry treats and then squeeze up on scratcher tool. Looked but then Ignored both. Slow approach with scratcher tool to pet, but body tensed up each time and slightly leaned away. End of interaction.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back,Subdued
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Curious,Timid,Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,New home adjustment period
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Pirate was resting in his den, alert with wide eyes and ears forward. Wary of his surroundings but allowed petting with a scratcher tool. Remained in the den and ate treats when left alone. Pirate tolerates attention and petting but appears fearful or stressed in the shelter. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.