Animal Profile


Firefly

Hello, my name is Firefly. My animal id is #67779. I am a desexed male black tabby cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 4 years 2 weeks old.

I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 7/1/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- cannot afford to care for.

Reserved

Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.

Firefly was placed at risk due to behavioral conerns; he is not thriving in the shelter environment and is displaying distant-fearful behavior. we are recommending placement on an adult only home with an experienced cat adopter given her behavior. Firefly was diagnosed with dental disease.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 7.8125 lbs

7/2/2019

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Approx 4 years Microchip noted on Intake? Negative, placed at intake History : Owner surrender Subjective: Hiding under towel in kennel. QARH, hunched, trembling, tense, allows handling. Urinated on himself in kennel. Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - none Objective: P = wnl R = wnl BCS = 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears mild pruritis and brown discharge, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild tartar, moderate gingivitis at rostral teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NMA, SSP; Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male, two scrotal testicles MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, regions of alopecia and scabbing along right and left flank, alopecia without associated lesions at left stifle. Urine soaked fur caudally. CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Externally normal Assessment: Alopecia/Dermatitis - ro FBD vs ringworm vs behavioral vs other Otitis (mild) Dental disease, stage I-II Prognosis: Good Plan: Woods lamp scheduled Convenia 8 mg/kg SQ once Paradefense applied Cleaned ears, start tresaderm AU BID x 7 days Start gabapentin 20 mg/kg PO BID indefinitely for shelter anxiety Continue to monitor while at BACC, recheck skin in 1 week SURGERY: Okay for surgery

7/9/2019

Progress exam History : Owner surrender 7/2/19-started on tresaderm for otitis, gabapentin for shelter anxiety, convenia for dermatitis. Wood's lamp negative. Subjective: BARH. Very nervous, will flee. No csvd. Used towel for exam. Dermatitis healing well. Otitis resolved. Objective: BCS = 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears have mild brown waxy debris, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healed dermatitis with mild alopecia on flanks CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Dental disease, stage 1-2 Hx dermatitis likely FAD vs other allergy Hx otitis externa (resolved) Prognosis: Good Plan: Last day of tresaderm, ok to d/c Continue gabapentin 20 mg/kg PO BID

7/10/2019

Progress exam History : Owner surrender 7/2/19-started on tresaderm for otitis, gabapentin for shelter anxiety, convenia for dermatitis. Wood's lamp negative. Subjective: BAR. No csvd. Objective: EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4 CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Dental disease, stage 1-2 Prognosis: Good Plan: Continue gabapentin 20 mg/kg PO BID HC signed, ok to travel

7/11/2019

pre op exam Estimated age:4 yr Subjective:owner surrender Observed Behavior -timid Objective BARH mm pink P = WNL R =WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears slight debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:adult dentition, clean PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: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:not performed Assessment healthy Prognosis:excellent Plan: neuter SURGERY: Okay for surgery

7/11/2019

Cat Neuter Was this cat a Cryptorchid?no Routine Feline Neuter Self tie of spermatic cord. Single ligature proximal to self tie, 4-0 PDS, each tunic Surgeon: 1204 Additional Note: green linear tattoo

7/17/2019

H: Has been in ISO with bonded cat without being on medication S: BAR, mild sneezing, no coughing, no vd. Eyes: Unremarkable OU Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: Mild serous nasal discharge Lungs: Eupneic U/G: Normal external genitalia. No discharge. Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. Assessment 1) URI Plan: start Doxycycline 10 mg/kg SID x 10 days

7/3/2019

woodslamp = negative

7/18/2019

DISPENSED Doxycycline Suspension 50 Mg/ml PO 0.7ml PO every 1 day FOR 9 DAYS TO NH.

7/19/2019

DISPENSED 6 ML DOXY TO NH....1621

7/11/2019

[Pre Medication] Dexdomitor: 0.07 cc IM Ketamine: 0.07 cc IM Butorphanol: 0.07 cc IM [Gas Maintenance] Isoflorane%: 1% [NSAID] Robenicoxib: 0.35 cc SQ [Reversal Agent] Antisedan: 0.04 cc IM Surgeon: 1204  

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Upon intake behavior Firefly displayed dilated pupils and a tucked tail but allowed counselor to collar and handle.

Date of Intake: 7/1/2019

Spay/Neuter status: No

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

Basic Information:: Firefly is a 2 year old, black tabby and brown, domestic short hair cat that was surrendered due to a hoarding case.

If yes, Please elaborate:: Previous owner stated that Firefly has no litter box issues.

Previously lived with:: 1 adult

How is this cat around strangers?: Previous owner stated that Firefly is shy around strangers.

How is this cat around children?: Previous owner stated that Firefly spent time around her 19, and 23 year old children to which he was tolerant.

How is this cat around other cats?: Previous owner stated that Firefly is relaxed and affectionate around other cats.

How is this cat around dogs?: Previous owner stated that Firefly has spent time around her three medium size dogs between the ages of 2, 4 and eight years old. Firefly was relaxed and affectionate around them.

Behavior Notes: Previous owner stated that Firefly has no behavior issues.

Bite history:: Previous owner stated that Firefly has no bite history.

Energy level/descriptors:: medium

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: Previous owner stated that Firefly has no known medical issues.

For a New Family to Know: Previous owner stated that Firefly tolerates being placed in a carrier and is not bothered if someone disturbs her while she's sleeping. At home Firefly is in his own spot. Firefly eats wet and dry food, and is litter box trained. Firefly uses clumping litter and uncovered litter box.

KNOWN HISTORY:: Firefly Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult Behavior toward strangers: Previous owner stated that Firefly is shy around strangers. Behavior toward children: Previous owner stated that Firefly spent time around her 19, and 23 year old children to which he was tolerant. Behavior toward cats: Previous owner stated that Firefly is relaxed and affectionate around other cats. Behavior toward dogs: Previous owner stated that Firefly has spent time around her three medium size dogs between the ages of 2, 4 and eight years old. Firefly was relaxed and affectionate around them. Bite or Scratch history: Previous owner stated that Firefly has no bite history. Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: medium Other notes: Previous owner stated that Firefly tolerates being placed in a carrier and is not bothered if someone disturbs her while she's sleeping. At home Firefly is in his own spot. Firefly eats wet and dry food, and is litter box trained. Firefly uses clumping litter and uncovered litter box.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 07/02/19 Subjective: Hiding under towel in kennel. QARH, hunched, trembling, tense, allows handling. Urinated on himself in kennel.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 7/02/19 Lying down by the back, looks up with soft eyes when coaxed and blinks softly. Curls tail around body when door opens and allows gentle pets on his head and body, but starts to tremble during the interaction. Very nervous, sniffs treats but doesn't eat them. 07/06/19 Laying in his litter box curled up and napping when approached, Firefly will become alert once opening his kennel door. He does tolerate all petting, but will avoid eye contact and tilt his ears while lip licking and looking away. Still very uncomfortable and needs some time to adjust. 7/07/19 Lying down in litter box by the back, becomes stiff and alert once door opens. Leans away to avoid touch and tolerates gentle strokes on his cheeks, but remains very stiff and looks uncomfortable throughout interaction. Will only eat tuna when interaction ends, and then will slowly come to the front to eat tuna whenever offered!

Reaction to assessor:: Firefly is laying low and tense in his litter box.

Reaction when softly spoken to:: Firefly remains still, makes tense eye contact.

Reaction to cage door opening:: Firefly remains frozen.

Reaction to touch:: Firefly will tolerate all petting but remains low and tense and will tremble.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful

Potential challenges comments:: Firefly has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide him with the chance to move closer, investigate, or interact with you. Be sure to offer incentive such as treats or play time whenever the cat makes a small positive step. Please speak to an adoption counselor for additional information on methods to desensitize your cat to their fear stimulus.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experienced, adult only

Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Firefly 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. He may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.