Animal Profile

Onyx Jinx 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.

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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 Onyx Jinx 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. A volunteer writes:Onyx Junis was left with us when his owner departed for college. It must really be tough for Onyx Junis, said to be a very active cat, to find himself in a cage and separated from his owner he seemed to have had a very trusting and loving relationship with. A very snuggly cat he was, a lap cat enjoying to rest on his owner's chest, purring a storm and being carried like a baby....With others, Onyx Junis was rather a tough feline, playing roughly and at times swatting and nipping...He would have been tolerant of children but not too fond of cats and dogs. No wonder Onyx Junis is having a hard time at the care center. Nothing much to do, his "love" is gone for ever, all these strangers that mean nothing to him.... Why would he be nice? I like Onyx Junis.. He is no easy cat. He loves to play and yes, he plays rough. Does he trust me? No....But with time he could and may be he could trust you too....Onyx Junis is a one man(woman) feline who has the potential to bring joy to a new owner who understands his limitations and will be able to work with them. Onyx Junis is waiting to start his new life with you.... What my friends at ACC say about me: I have potential behavior challenges that staff will address with you when you meet me. I am looking for a home with a patient person. I can be slow to adjust to new environments. I prefer to take things at my own pace. I will flourish in a calm environment and a low-traffic home. I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. I'm sensitive and shy. I'll need extra help from you.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 10.67 lbs

Medical Notes

8/13/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-3 years old based on dentition Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative History: Owner surrender due to not being able to keep the cat in the home Subjective: QAR Observed Behavior - tense in den, growling, reported hissing and not wanting to be removed from carrier on intake. Opted to sedate using 0.2 ml DKT (premix) IM. Mild but adequate sedation reached, consistently growling while sedated. Is there evidence of Cruelty? No Is there evidence of Neglect? No Is there evidence of Trauma? No Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS: 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears have brown coffee like debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Adult dentition, mild tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Externally WNL, intact male, 2 scrotal testes noted MSI: Ambulatory x 4 (prior to sedation), skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities (prior to sedation) Rectal: Externally WNL Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment Suspect ear mites Otherwise apparently healthy Intact male Prognosis: Good Plan: Intake exam + tasks Await sort + behavior assessment Clean ears 1 unit antisedan IM SURGERY: Okay for surgery, in house

8/23/2025

Noted on symptoms board to be sneezing but otherwise still eating S: BAR, on top of den, food dishes empty O: EEN- eyes clear, moist nasal planum H/L- Eupneic, no sneezing while cage side but reported MSK/i- Ambulatory x4, healthy haircoat Neuro- alert/appropriate A: Mild URI Eating P: Fortiflora 1 packet PO SID x7d Monitor

8/30/2025

SO: Has been on monitoring for mild URI BAR, growling and spitting when approached. Appears to be eating with a good appetite eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: URI apparently resolved P: monitor for recurrence of clinical signs

9/2/2025

Sneezing during rounds. EEN: clear nasal discharge RESP: Eupneic A: URI mild r/o viral pet is eating. P: CTM

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 4. Orange

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Spay/Neuter status: No

Date of Intake: 8/12/2025

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

Basic Information:: Name: Onyx Junis Age: 1 yr & 5 mos Color: Grey tabby Sex: Male Altered: No Is this cat declawed?: No. How did this cat become under your care?: Found stray as a kitten. How long have you had this cat?; 1 year. Main reason for giving up this cat: Moving and unable to take him.

Previously lived with:: 2 adults; Spent time with 5 y/o child

How is this cat around strangers?: Around Strangers: -Plays gently -Curious -Shy & timid -Growls -Nips Around Visitors: -Actively avoids or retreats -Plays gently -Curious -Shy & timid -Nips

How is this cat around children?: -Tolerant

How is this cat around other cats?: No experience

How is this cat around dogs?: No experience

Behavior Notes: How does this cat react if someone... -Trims their nails: Struggles/Squirms. -Brushes their coat: Unbothered. -Picks Up or Holds Them: Enjoys. -Places Them in Carrier: Struggles/Squirms, Stress Meows, Hisses, Growls.

Bite history:: Has this cat ever bitten or scratched a person?: Yes. Did the bite/scratch break skin?: No. Date of last bite/scratch: Owner could not recall. What caused the cat to bite/scratch (events leading up to incident)?: Overstimulated by petting/handling and nips.

Energy level/descriptors:: High (often playful/busy)

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: HOME LIFESTYLE How would you describe this cat most of the time at home with his family?: -Talkative -Lazy/couch potato -Lap cat -Bold/fearless -Prefers contact on his terms -Independent -Watches from afar What areas of the home did the cat have access to?: Indoors. Where did this cat spend most of his time?: Bedroom. How does the cat like to play?: -Plays rough (bites skin and extends nails) -Likes to play with water -Chases bugs or moths How often does the cat get interactive playtime? (play involving people using wand toys, laser pointers, etc): -3 times a week. Which types of surfaces does the cat like to scratch on?: -Cardboard What are your favorite things about this cat?: "So snuggly. He lays on my chest and purrs. He's a good boy." What type of food do they eat?: -Both wet and dry food -Brand(s): Sheba Are there any behavior issues?: -Nips when pet for too long LITTER BOX HABITS Does your cat have access to a litter box in the home?: Yes. How many litter boxes are in the home?: 2. Where are the litter boxes located?: -Bathroom -Living room What type of litter boxes did they use?: Uncovered. What type of litter was used?: Scented, clumping, clay litter. Has this cat been spraying?: Yes - the wall/floor in the corner of the living room. Are there other cats in the home?: No. Can your cat see outdoor cats?: No. Does this cat have litter box accidents?: No.

KNOWN HISTORY:: Indoor Cat Previously lived with: 2 adults; Spent time with 5 y/o child Behavior toward strangers: Plays gently, Curious, Shy & timid, Growls, Nips Behavior toward visitors: Actively avoids or retreats, Plays gently, Curious, Shy & timid, Nips Behavior toward children: Tolerant Behavior toward cats: No experience Behavior toward dogs: No experience Bite or Scratch history: Overstimulated by petting/handling and nips Litter box training: Yes, used 2 uncovered litter boxes, with scented/clumping/clay litter, located in the bathroom and living room. The cat has been spraying on the wall in the corner of the living room due to being unaltered. Energy level/descriptors: High energy (often playful/busy) Other notes: Described as Talkative, Lazy/couch potato, Lap cat, Bold/fearless, Prefers contact on his terms, Independent, Watches from afar. Spent most of his time in the bedroom. Likes to play rough (bites skin and extend nails), play with water, and chase bugs or moths. Received interactive playtime 3 times a week. Likes to scratch on cardboard. The previous owner's favorite thing about the cat is that he is so snuggly and lays on the owner's chest and purrs. He eats both wet and dry food Sheba brand. Struggles/Squirms when trimming his nails. Unbothered when brushing his coat, enjoys being picked up or held. Struggles/Squirms, stress meows, hisses, or growls.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 8/15/25 ACFR Moved belongings in order to give him a double kennel. He hisses, growls, swats, or bites when reaching close and using the safety pole or tidy up his belongings. 9/4/25 Chirps by the front upon approach, curious when offered a kicker toy sniffing around. Briefly allowed pets on the head but slowly retreats. Watches from afar and remains neutral throughout the interaction. Ignored offered treats. 9/9/25 Resting by the front chirping when spoken softly to. He was curious and ate offered squeeze ups. Sniffs the hand through the kennel bar but slowly stared at it and quickly nipped with mild pressure. He then watched from afar as he retreated.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Bold,Timid,Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Pet-induced aggression,Overstimulation,Rough play,Fearful,Other,New home adjustment period

Potential challenges comments:: Displays fearful behaviors such as growling, hissing, and trembling upon approach. Swats hard with force when reaching close or making physical contact. Reported to play rough (bites skin and extend nails) and has a high energy level. We recommend interactive playtime before meals. He has a bite/scratch history that was triggered by overstimulation from too much petting/handling, which results in him nipping

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New Hope Only

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Onyx Junis was crouched down on top of the den with his head and ears forward, focused on the assessor with a tense body and wide eyes and was growling upon approach. When spoken to and opening the door, he steps back, harshly hisses, continues to growl, huffs and puffs, puts his tail between his legs, and shivers/trembles. When reaching close to offer treats on the scratcher tool, he quickly swats but misses the tool and steps further back. When making physical contact with his body, he immediately swats the tool hard with force, harshly hisses again, his body and tail becomes pilo-erect, and he continues to growl. Pick up was not attempted in order to reduce stress. Onyx Junis is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. He has tried to swat, scratch, is extremely fearful in the shelter environment, and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.