Animal Profile
Lemon Balm
Hello, my name is Lemon Balm . My animal id is #267641. I am a female black kitten at the Queens Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 11 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a agency on 10/8/2026.
Lemon Balm is on the at risk list for medical reasons. Lemon Balm is a kitten with one littermate and they have been diagnosed with ringworm. They will need continued treatment and follow-up veterinary care to ensure resolution of this zoonotic disease. Behaviorally, Lemon Balm is playful and allows handling.
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. Lemon Balm is on the at risk list for medical reasons. Lemon Balm is a kitten with one littermate and they have been diagnosed with ringworm. They will need continued treatment and follow-up veterinary care to ensure resolution of this zoonotic disease. Behaviorally, Lemon Balm is playful and allows handling. What my friends at ACC say about me: My history is a mystery and my friends here do not know much about me yet! Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy! My purr motor is always running! Need some biscuits for your breakfast? I'm an expert kneader! I am playful and cute! I will need daily physical activity to keep me healthy and happy! I will need appropriate toys and positive outlets for my energy. Hello! I have ringworm, a treatable fungal infection of the skin that can be itchy but otherwise harmless in minor cases like mine. I require a course of Itraconazole, an antifungal medication that is taken by mouth every day for a few weeks. Ringworm can be transmissible to humans and other animals, so it's important to keep me separate from other pets in the home, wash hands after playing with me, and perhaps have a specific set of clothes to wear when interacting with me. Giving me lyme sulfur dip baths a couple of times per week can also help to minimize risk of spreading. It's also a good idea to make sure fabrics in the room I'm housed in are washed frequently - who knew adopting a kitty with ringworm would be a great way to help you stay on top of your household cleaning too?
My medical notes are...
Weight: 3.125 lbs
10/9/2026
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~10 weeks Microchip noted on Intake? scanned neg History: agency Subjective: bar Observed Behavior - amenable to handling and tasks Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? no Objective: BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: appropriate deciduous dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: intact female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, alopecia and crusting of ears CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: grossly normal woodslamp positive Assessment: Dermatophytosis Prognosis: good Plan: DVM intake and tasks awaiting sort Itraconazole 5 mg/kg sid x 3 weeks Lyme dip 2x weekly SURGERY: temp. waiver due to ringworm
10/10/2026
[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Temporary] Your newly adopted pet has been diagnosed with (Dermatophytosis (ringworm) ) and the staff veterinarians are issuing a TEMPORARY waiver from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment through to the resolution of the issue. At the time of a full recovery you may choose to have your veterinarian perform the spay/neuter surgery, or make provisions to return the pet to ACC for sterilization.
10/17/2026
Ringworm PCR results (sample under littermate's name): positive for microsporum spp PLAN: Weekly rechecks, continue current treatment. Recheck PCR at day 21 of treatment.
10/17/2026
Brief RW recheck - BAR in kennel, playful, no c/s/v/d noted, eupneic. Continue current treatment plan and recheck as scheduled.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lemon Balm was brought in as a stray along with 3 other cats. There is no known information on her behavior history in a home environment. Upon intake, cats were all able to be touched.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Somewhat chatty
CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Sweet,Affectionate,Playful,People oriented,Curious
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: New home adjustment period
Potential challenges comments:: Please see relevant behavioral flyer.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 1
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Upon approach Lemon Balm is playing at the base of her kennel. When the assessor opens the kennel door and greets, she runs forward with a relaxed body and loose face. She squeaks at the assessor. Lemon Balm accepts and appreciates head and neck pets leaning in. She begins to rub against the assessors' hands purring and squeaking. She solicits and appreciates full body pets raising her back and hips into the assessor's hand. She gets distracted by a toy but quickly returns for further interaction. Lemon Balm allows for pickup, her body tenses slightly. Although timid at first, she allows the assessor to hold her in their arms. She quickly relaxes, accepting neck scritches and continues to purr. Lemon Balm interacts with the assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.