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Sirl needs at risk placement for medical reasons. She has a low body condition and continues to lose weight in shelter. We are concerned she has chronic inflammation in her GI tract due to inflammatory bowel disease or neoplasia. She will need an internal medicine consultation.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Sirl needs at risk placement for medical reasons. She has a low body condition and continues to lose weight in shelter. We are concerned she has chronic inflammation in her GI tract due to inflammatory bowel disease or neoplasia. She will need an internal medicine consultation. What my friends at ACC say about me: Siri was asleep on top of the den and slowly woke up when spoken to. She sniffed treats and then allowed petting on her head and cheek until, suddenly and without warning, she gave a massive hiss and the interaction was ended. Siri tolerates attention and petting but appears fearful or stressed in the shelter. She may be a little more independent and may need time to warm up to her new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. A volunteer writes: My heart aches for Sirl, a tiny tabby beauty who came to the Care Center after her person had to go into a care facility. Her former owner gave us an A+ description of this special lady: Sirl is equal parts couch potato and fan of toys she can bat around and pounce on. She's curious with new people and kids, and she got on with the small dog in the home. At the Care Center she's opened up to pettings and human interaction, displaying curiosity and comfort with people. But she's also shown some caution and fear as she adjusts to her new surroundings. Sirl has all the characteristics of a good and sweet girl who is trying to process the sudden change in her life. We're doing everything we can to help her, but the most important step would be to find a new home for her with pet parents who allow her time to decompress. Want to give a fraidy cat the helping hand she needs? Sirl is waiting to meet you on 110th Street.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 5.5 lbs

Medical Notes

5/28/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 6 years? unable to tell age of cat, some dental staining and moderate tartar. cat is quite emaciated, unsure if from underlying condition or from lack of food. Cat looks older that dentition Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Owner in hospital. surrendered by son Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior - hissing, growling, swatting, sedated for exam Is there evidence of Cruelty? No Is there evidence of Neglect? NO Is there evidence of Trauma? no Objective BCS: 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: moderate tartar on molars PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: no masses palpated U/G: spayed female - tattoo present MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: severely emaciated Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks sedated 0.3 ml DKT SQ fluids Vit B+ (0.3ml) bloodwork pending SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to previously altered and condition

5/29/2025

CBC- nsf CHM Mild hypernatremia 159 mmol/L Mild hypokalemia 3.2 mmol/L Otherwise lytes WNL ALT/ALP WNL TT4 WNL A: Mild electrolyte disturbances- r/o secondary to nutritional deficiencies vs. other P: Monitor

6/30/2025

Progress exam Estimated age: 9 to 11 years based on dentition. Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned positive Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior - Tense body for exam. Objective P = 160 R = WNL BCS 2/9 EENT: Eyes sunken, brown debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Severe tartar upper left arcade. PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Thickened intestines. Non painful, no masses palpated. U/G: Female spayed MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted,dull hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: WNL externally Assessment Weight loss Emaciated Thickened intestines Ear mites R/O IBD vs GI lymphoma vs other Prognosis: Guarded to Poor Plan: Selamectin 45 mg topical Prednisolone 3 mg/ml 1.5 mls po sid x 7days then reassess Advise at risk placement for internal medicine consult, diet trial and chronic medication management.

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake, Sirl had a tense body, would meow a lot and low growled at staff but allowed all handling.

Spay/Neuter status: Yes

Date of Intake: 5/27/2025

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

If yes, Please elaborate:: Sirl has no litter box issues. Sirl was in a home with 1 litter box locate din the bathroom. The litter box was covered, with unscented, clumping clay litter.

Basic Information:: Sirl is a female, spayed, Approx 5 y/o, indoor cat. The owner was not able to provide continued car for their animals due to personal medical issues and the relative was the next of kin.

Previously lived with:: 1 Adult, 1 small dog

How is this cat around strangers?: No experience

How is this cat around children?: Sirl was in a home where children would visit. Sirl was noted to be curious.

How is this cat around other cats?: No experience

How is this cat around dogs?: Sirl was in a home with 1 small dog. Sirl was noted to be curious.

Behavior Notes: Sirl will struggle when their nails are trimmed.

Bite history:: No bite history

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: No medical issues or injuries.

For a New Family to Know: Sirl is a couch potato that spend most of her time in the bedroom or Livingroom. Sirl is used to interactive play once a month. Sirl would chase/pounce on toys. Sirl likes carpet/fabric types of surfaces. Sirl would eat dry food.

KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors: Yes Previously lived with: 1 adult, 1 small dog Behavior toward strangers: Curious Behavior toward children: Curious (children would visit the home) Behavior toward cats: No experience with cats Behavior toward dogs: Curious Bite or Scratch history: No bite history Litter box training: [Not specified — you may want to add this if known] Energy level/descriptors: Medium energy; described as a couch potato who spends most time in the bedroom or living room Other notes: Sirl is used to interactive play about once a month and enjoys chasing and pouncing on toys. She prefers carpet/fabric surfaces for scratching, eats dry food, and will struggle when her nails are trimmed.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 6/4/25 Vol. Sirl was curled up sleeping on top of den. She raised up into a crouch when approached. Her pupils were large, but her eyes were squinty. She sniffed at squeeze up on scratcher tool, but did not eat. When offered a hand, she head bunted gently. She came further forward on top of den to seek more petting, turning her head to get scratches in different spots. Her rear end and tail were raised in the air. She remained calm and did not show signs of overstimulation, but we kept interaction short due to previous note of unprovoked hissing. 6/3/25 Vol. Sitting on top of her den. Added some toys to her kennel. Growled at clicker with Squeeze-ups. Had zero interest in the laser or the cat dancer. Gave her some canned tuna which she devoured as she hadn’t eaten her morning meal. 6/6/25 Vol. In hidey box, could not see her. No movement or reaction to treat bowl. Approached with hard treats on scratcher tool - no movement or reaction. Let tool rest, removed and ended interaction 6/8/25 Vol. Resting in den. Crouched back and lip-licked when the front cover was raised. Ignored a cup of treats dropped into den, but leaned out to sniff the scratcher tool. Allowed head scratches, then retreated a bit. But after thinking about it, poked head back out and allowed more scratches. Repeated this a few times - seemed to enjoy the attention but was still too scared to fully lean in. 6/10/25 Vol. Sitting on top of her den. Sniffed at Squeeze-up but no interest in eating. Able to scratch her head with the tool but then she came down from the top of her den and allowed head scratches by hand. Sweet girl! 6/25/25 Vol. Sirl was resting in loaf position at front of kennel. When approached, she meowed softly and stood up, raising her tail in the air. She rubbed her face and body against kennel door. Her eyes were soft and her body was loose. She head bunted and leaned into cheek rubs, taking breaks to rub against kennel door and scratching post. She remained calm and sweet while soliciting attention.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Bold,Skittish,Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Pet-induced aggression,Fearful,New home adjustment period

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Siri was asleep on top of the den and slowly woke up when spoken to. She sniffed treats and then allowed petting on her head and cheek until, suddenly and without warning, she gave a massive hiss and the interaction was ended. Siri tolerates attention and petting but appears fearful or stressed in the shelter. She may be a little more independent and may need time to warm up to her new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.