Animal Profile
Mr Mo
Hello, my name is Mr Mo. My animal id is #24611. I am a male gray cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 4/7/2018, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour - not good with kids.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Mr Mo is at risk for medical reasons, having been diagnosed with an Upper Respiratory Infection, which is contagious to other cats. Mr. Mo also has a heart murmur. Behaviorally, we have no concerns for Mr Mo, whom we believe would be suitable for most homes.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
A volunteer writes: Mr. Mo has a stunning pewter coat with just a speck of white peeking through. At first he seemed like a very shy peanut, but after less than a minute of petting, I got the idea that this was his way of being demure and flirty. With his nose buried in his bedding, he leaned his cheek into my hand and then rolled over on his side to give me even more of a petting surface. When I stopped, his little face peeked out as if to say, "please, please, stay, don't go yet." According to notes from his previous owner, in his home he was friendly and outgoing with both family members and visitors. He lived nicely with another cat (Mo, 24610, also here at the Care Center). Mr. Mo has so much sweetness about him, I find myself smiling every time I think about him. He can't wait for you to come for a visit.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 9.7 lbs
4/7/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:reportedly 1 year Microchip noted on Intake? neg Microchip Number (If Applicable): History :owner surrendered two cats as owner has new baby in home Subjective:QAR Observed Behavior -shy but docile and allows handling Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:mm pk, moist; CRT <2 sec; mild staining and slight enamel defect of upper canines PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: eupnic, clear lung sounds; grade II/VI parasternal heart murmur ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:grossly normal Assessment Heart murmur, r/o benign vs primary heart disease Prognosis:good Plan: -reauscultate in 2 days, if murmur persists then will issue permanent s/n waiver and recommend cardiac consultation after placement to determine underlying cause of murmur; prognosis depends on etiology SURGERY:permanent waiver due to heart murmur
4/9/2018
Recheck heart murmur noted on intake; behavior requests gabapentin to help him adjust to the shelter environment S/O -QAR, shy/skittish but warms up quickly if you go slowly; allows gentle handling -no nasal discharge or sneezing -OU: open and clear -mild appetite -eupnic, clear lung sounds; grade II/VI parasternal heart murmur -clean coat A 1. Heart murmur-r/o benign vs primary heart disease P -permanent s/n waiver -gabapentin 200 mg/ml: 0.4 ml PO BID x 3 days -recommend echocardiogram after placement to determine underlying cause of murmur
4/17/2018
Hx: Reported sneezing yesterday afternoon. Drooling this morning. S: Alert O: Sneezing, drooling, clear nasal discharge A: Viral URI P: 1. Move to isolation 2. Vitamin B12 0.25 ml SQ 3. Fortiflora SID x14 days 4. Cerenia 0.45 ml SQ SID x3 days 1088
4/19/2018
In iso for suspected viral URI, today is last day of cerenia; h/o heart murmur S/O -QAR, timid but docile and allows handling -no obvious appetite -mm pk, tacky; CRT <2 sec -mild nasal stridor -OU: mild blepharospasms, no discharge, may be behavioral -eupnic, clear lung sounds -no heart murmur heard today! -soft abdomen A 1. URI 2. h/o heart murmur-not auscultated today 3. dehydration, mild-r/o URI vs other 4. Poor appetite-r/o URI vs behavioral P -LRS 100 ml SQ SID x 3 days -dexamethasone 0.1 ml SQ today -monitor appetite, hydration
4/7/2018
[Spay/Neuter Waiver - Medical Condition] Your newly adopted pet has been diagnosed with a heart murmur and the staff veterinarians are issuing a permanent waiver from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment. Your veterinarian will advise you if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake Mr. Mo was retrieving to the back of carrier with eyes dilated. He scanned negative for a microchip and allowed limited handling.
Date of Intake: 4/7/2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Mr Mo is a 1 year old unaltered male DSH. He was bred at home from Mom cat Mo 24610. He appears healthy and doesn't have any health concerns. Owner surrenders due to increase behavior in the home towards children.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults and a 12 month old
How is this cat around strangers?: Mr Mo is friendly and outgoing toward visitors and strangers who comes to the household. He approaches them in a friendly manner or ignores them.
How is this cat around children?: Mr Mo use to be respectful towards the baby in the house until she was able to walk and discover touching things in he home. Recently he will hiss and growl but never bitten.
How is this cat around other cats?: Mr Mo is very tolerant and respectful towards his mom Mo 24610 and another male cat that use to live in the home.
How is this cat around dogs?: Mr Mo behavior towards dogs is unknown.
Behavior Notes: Mr Mo is very vocal when given a bath but doesn't mind being picked up and held. He never had a nail trim and doesn't mind being put in carrier or being disturb while sleeping.However, Mr Mo do have a habit of scratching on saris.
Bite history:: Mr Mo has never bitten or scratched owner stated
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Mr Mo appears healthy and have no health concerns at this time.
For a New Family to Know: Mr Mo is accustom to a uncovered litter box he shares with another cat. He eats wet and dry food called Friskes 3x a day. He likes to follow owner around or rarely seek attention. He likes to play with balls or anything he finds amusing such as strings.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 adults and a 12 month old Behavior toward strangers: Mr Mo is friendly and outgoing toward visitors and strangers who comes to the household. He approaches them in a friendly manner or ignores them. Behavior toward children: Mr Mo use to be respectful towards the baby in the house until she was able to walk and discover touching things in the home. Recently he will hiss and growl but never bitten. Behavior toward cats: Mr Mo is very tolerant and respectful towards his mom Mo 24610 and another male cat that use to live in the home. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: Medium activity level
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 4/7/18 Observed Behavior -shy but docile and allows handling
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 4/8/18 Curled up at back of cubby, eyes dilated, tense. Lay in place when door opened, eyes wandering. Allowed, slowly leaned into pets, extended neck for throat scratches. Tolerated pets along body, but started lip licking. 4/9/18 Curled up asleep on bedding in top cubby, took a while to wake up after door opened. Sat up, soft posture, but eyes a little dilated, seemed unsure. Ate offered treats, warmed up immensely, leaned hard into pets, lifted rear for butt scratches, rolled all the way over. Ate additional treats from my hand, then came out to shelf for more. Lots of looking around, seemed curious about room noise. Lay down in cubby again when done. 4/10/18 Curled up asleep on bedding in top cubby. Took a while to wake up again when door opened, then sat up and came to front, soft eyes and body. Licked my fingers, then started eating treats from my hand. Easily lured out to main compartment with more treats. Leaned and arched into pets, purred loudly. Sniffed hand through bars after door closed, took treat from my fingers very gently.
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Mr Mo remains tense, crouched position at the back during the approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Mr Mo becomes alert with eyes wide open, normal shape pupils.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Mr Mo stiffens up in place, ears remain erect and forward.
Reaction to touch:: Mr Mo seems unsure with his surroundings tuning in towards sudden noises. However, he accepts the touch, after a few strokes he head rubs the assessor's hand and purrs while he appreciates the petting.
Reaction to being picked up:: He becomes antsy then jumps back into the cage.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Curious,Timid,Independent
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Average
Behavior Asilomar: H - Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Mr Mo interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for new or experienced cat parents.