Animal Profile
Shadow
Hello, my name is Shadow. My animal id is #195686. I am a male black cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 12 years 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 3/14/2024, with the surrender reason stated as other.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Shadow 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. 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. Shadow 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. 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 can go home today! I have lived with cats. I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. I'm an independent kitty who likes to do my own thing. I am a sweet, social, older gentleman, looking for the perfect forever home! I am a cat that is in need of a lap! I can't wait to be your new lap cat. Shadow tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home. Please check here for updated adoption hours.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 13.24 lbs
3/15/2024
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 10-12y Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Allows all handling for exam and tasks. Enjoys being brushed. 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 clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: moderate tartar with some gingival recession PDDZ stage 3/4 PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, grade 3/6 murmur detected, 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 heart murmur dental disease underweight Prognosis: fair Plan: intake tasks cbc/chem/T4 with proBNP to lab SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to age and heart murmur
3/15/2024
[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Age]- Permanent waiver It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
3/16/2024
CBC HCT 40% Hgb 13.3 g/dL WBC 14.3 K/uL -normal differential CHM Glucose 122 mg/dL SDMA 10 ug/dL Creatinine 0.9 mg/dL BUN 15 mg/dL (16-37) Electrolytes WNL ALT/ALP WNL TT4 2.1 ug/dL Cardio proBNP- 476 pmol/L A: Mildly low BUN- r/o hydration status vs. nutrition intake vs. artifact vs. other Otherwise WNL bloodwork Cardio ProBNP - HIGH, concentration is compatible with increased stretch and stress on the myocardium. To obtain the most accurate information regarding cardiac structure and function, echocardiography is recommended. P: Recommend echo when placed/adopted Monitor
3/18/2024
QAR Pet ate o/n.
3/21/2024
SO: Senior cat in adoptions, reported not eating QAR, laying in cubby, appears tense, not interested in attention or treats offered 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: Dental disease heart murmur P: no clinical signs of URI, seems to be FAS starting medical feeding with treat foods.
3/22/2024
SO: Senior cat in adoptions, not eating well. Blood work done previously BAR, tense when approached W: 13.2 lbs (gain from intake) 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: underweight heart murmur-no clinical disease, but elevated proBNP result P: Started eating when in medical 100ml sc LRS continue to monitor while in care, but suspect is eating overnight
3/23/2024
SO: Reported lethargic on symptoms board. BAR hissing inside of cubby. Ate most of tuna and baby food offered today. eent: eyes clear, serous mucus nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: URI-mild P: treat in place fortiflora 1 packet with food SID X7d monitor appetite closely
3/26/2024
Eating well. QAR
3/28/2024
Noted by kennel staff to be lethargic and not readily getting up/moving around when kennel was being cleaned S: QAR, tense but allows all handling O: EENT- eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge Oral Exam: moderate tartar, focal lesion on right side of mandible that appears to have some purulent discharge (photos in vet docs) H/L: NR, grade 3/6 murmur detected, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, soft, no masses palpated, small bladder U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, some dorsal muscle wasting, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate/ alert A: Lesion on mandible- r/o abscess vs. other Reluctance to move - r/o osteoarthritis vs. shut down/FAS vs. other Moderate dental disease Heart murmur, with increased proBNP on bloodwork P: Convenia 80mg/ml 0.6ml SQ once Onsior 20mg/ml 0.6 ml SQ once Onsior 6mg tab 1 tab PO SID x2d (start tomorrow)
3/28/2024
Radiograph Review: No apparent evident of arthritic lesions, no apparent spinal lesions. Pelvis NSF. Cardiac silhouette appears subjectively enlarged, mild diffuse bronchial pattern P: Continue with current treatment plan
3/28/2024
Slow to wake from sedation, will keep in medical for observation and then return to adoptions on 3/29
3/29/2024
Hx: lethargy, anorexia, shut down S: quiet, did not eat o/n O: EENT- eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge H/L: Eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4, some dorsal muscle wasting CNS: Mentation appropriate/ alert A: Lesion on mandible- r/o abscess vs. other Lethargy Anorexia Moderate dental disease Heart murmur P: Keep in medical to monitor appetite Recommend placement for quiet environment as he is not doing well here in shelter
3/31/2024
Issue List: - h/o anorexia- ate canned food overnight - apparent heart murmur - dental disease QAR hiding EENT: no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: eupneic PLN: WNL U/G: M MSI: Ambulatory x 4 CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities A) starting to eat P) placed
3/29/2024
No apparent flurencent lesions or evidence of alopecia. Woods lamp negative
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Date of Intake: 3/14/2024
Spay/Neuter status: Unknown
Is this cat having litter box issues?: Yes
If yes, Please elaborate:: Owner had 10+ cats in their home, with only 2 litter boxes. All cats have litter box issues. While at BRC all cats urinated outside the litter boxes.
Basic Information:: Shadow is a 1 y/o, male, unknown neutered, not declawed DSH, with no injuries nor health problems noted. He has never received any veterinary care. His previous owner found him as a stray when he was a kitten and surrendered him due to a house fire.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 10+ Cats
How is this cat around strangers?: Noted to be friendly and outgoing; playing gently.
How is this cat around children?: No experience.
How is this cat around other cats?: Noted to be friendly and outgoing. He plays gently.
How is this cat around dogs?: No experience.
Behavior Notes: Shadow has no behavior issues noted. He is purrfect. His nails have never been trimmed. He enjoys having his coat brushed and being picked up/held. He is unbothered when placed in a carrier.
Bite history:: Noted none.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Noted none.
For a New Family to Know: Shadow is described as being a friendly, affectionate, very active, playful, and lazy couch potato. He is a lap cat. He had access to inside his previous home and spent most of his time where people are, the living room, the bedroom or at the window. He likes to play hide & seek, likes to play with water, likes things that crinkles and will fetch items. He eats dry food. He had access to two uncovered litter boxes, with either unscented, scented, clumping, non-clumping, that were located in the bathroom of her previous home.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 Adults, 10+ Cats Behavior toward strangers: Noted to be friendly and outgoing; playing gently. Behavior toward cats: Friendly and outgoing. He plays gently. Bite or Scratch history: None reported Litter box trained: Known to have litter box accidents. Owner had 10+ cats in their home, with only 2 litter boxes. Energy level/descriptors: Medium energy level Other notes: Described as being a friendly, affectionate, very active, playful, and lazy couch potato. He is a lap cat. He had access to inside his previous home and spent most of his time where people are, the living room, the bedroom or at the window. He likes to play hide & seek, likes to play with water, likes things that crinkles and will fetch items.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 3/20/24 Shadow was lying curled up at back of cubby. His head was rested on his paws, but his eyes were open and partly dilated. He did not react when offered treats or toys. He tolerated brief petting with scratcher tool, lip licking once but otherwise remaining frozen in place. 3/22/24 It had been noted on the whiteboard that Shadow has not eaten - there were several food bowls, all uneaten, in the cage. In top cubby, head facing back, legs and back towards front, lying with head down with eyes open. As I approach, Shadow curled his tail and tucked his legs closer. Ignored treat bowl. Allowed head scratches with tool, no movement at all, eyes remain open, ears forward. No reaction to stopping or restarting head scratches. Ended interaction 3/23/24 Shadow was lying on his side in the cubby. No reaction to small talk or door opening, and reluctantly ate a treat. He remained immobile on his side, allowing pets on head and neck, neither tensing nor relaxing. 3.24.24 Resting in cubby behind the privacy cover. Did not lift his head when I opened the door and put some chicken and Temptations in front of him. Eyes appeared heavy and half closed, seemed to really not be feeling well. Closed eyes further when given head scratches with the tool, but otherwise did not react. 3/26/24 Facing the back alert with eyes wide. Accepts pets along his head and body. Slight interest on offered treats but just sniffs it and remains in position. Immobile throughout the interaction. 3.27.24 Shadow was curled up at back of cubby behind privacy paper, with his head ducked and eyes partly dilated. He avoided eye contact. With some coaxing, he ate squeeze up from scratcher tool and ten from my hand. He crept forward slightly to continue eating, and remained engaged even during loud noise in the room. He tolerated brief petting on his head. -Sitting behind his privacy sheet. Hissed when kennel door was opened. Backed away from clicker tool with Squeeze-ups. Left some canned chicken in his food. Went back later and saw that he ate it up. 3/28/24 Sniffs offered treats but allows petting along his head and body with the scratcher tool throughout the interaction. He slowly turns his head looking at the scratcher tool and stiffens in place.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Independent,Timid,Lap Cat,Shy
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: New home adjustment period,Fearful,Inappropriate elimination
Potential challenges comments:: Shadow's previous owner reports that she was eliminating outside of the litter box. Please note as well that Shadow’s previous living situation may have contributed to the behavior seen (she shared only 2 litter boxes with 9 other cats). We are unaware of what, if any, modification steps were taken to try and address this behavior. We cannot be sure whether this behavior will continue in a different home environment, but we recommend that potential adopters be comfortable with management and modification techniques for elimination outside the litter box should this behavior continue in a home environment. We also recommend that Shadow be provided with numerous litter boxes throughout the house as she adjusts to her new living space. The extra boxes can be removed as she learns the space and successfully eliminates in her main litter box(es).
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3
RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Shadow was laying down in his den upon approach with wide eyes and a tense face. He allowed pets all over and gentle upward pressure on his abdomen, both with the scratch tool, but didn't move a muscle. Shadow tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.