Animal Profile

Chiquita is on the at-risk for medical concerns. She is an adult cat with a severe upper respiratory infection and is stressed and not eating in shelter. She needs supportive care in a veterinary clinic in order to recover.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Chiquita is on the at-risk for medical concerns. She is an adult cat with a severe upper respiratory infection and is stressed and not eating in shelter. She needs supportive care in a veterinary clinic in order to recover. What my friends at ACC say about me: Chiquita was on top of the den in the loaf position, appearing calm. She sniffed treats and then allowed all petting, leaning in for cheek rubs and giving gentle head bunts. She arched her back slightly with back petting but could not be coaxed off the top of the den. She was reasonably calm during a partial pick-up and vocalized only very slightly with a little meow. She's a sweet cat who might need a little time to adjust to her new home. Chiquita interacts with the assessor, solicits & appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 6.1 lbs

Medical Notes

6/10/2026

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Reported 7y, exam agrees Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Owner surrender through field due to personal health issues. Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Tense, but allows all handling for exam. Escalated immediately when tasks started hissing and swatting. Limited tasks performed in net. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: adult dentition with moderate tartar and staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, possible pregnancy U/G: female reported intact 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 apparently healthy possible pregnancy Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks-complete at time of surgery prioritize surgery in case of pregnancy. Not able to confirm with ultrasound due to behavior SURGERY: Okay for surgery

6/17/2026

Pre-Op Exam S: QAR, tense in den O: visual exam only due to escalation on intake EEN- eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge H/L- eupneic, no appreciable sneezing or audible congestion MSK/i- ambulatory x4, healthy haircoat Neuro- alert/appropriate A: Appears to be a good anesthetic candidate P: Spay today

6/17/2026

[Surgery - Cat Spay] Was this cat in heat, pregnant or have a pyometra? Pyometra Ventral Midline Incision Ovaries Ligated with: autoligation Uterine Body Ligated with: 3-0 PDS using two modified millers knots Abdominal Closure: 3-0 PDS simple continuous Skin closure: 3-0 PDS intradermal Green Linear Tattoo Placed near Midline Surgeon: 2172

6/17/2026

Feline Pyometra Spay performed by Vet: 2172 Patient anesthesia form uploaded to Shelter Buddy in Vet Documents. Start the following pain managements: One Zorbium 1 ML Tube was given topically before sx for pain management, which lasts for 3 days.

6/18/2026

SO: spayed yesterday QAR in litter box, drooling eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4, no apparent bleeding or dc noted from surgical wound neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: healing OHE nausea P: Chiquita will not allow handling without sedation so will monitor for now. If nausea not resolving will sedate to administer medication CTM while in care

6/21/2026

Recent spay, was drooling at post op check QAR, food plates untouched heavy nasal dc dried on nasal planum sniffling and congested A: URI-severe P: zorbium 0.4ml topically tomorrow 0.3ml doxycycline 100mg/ml PO SID x7d nebulise with saline and clean nose If continues to decline attempt injectable medications

6/21/2026

Issue List: - post-op pyometra - anorexia - URI - ptyalism; oral pain has been challenging to treat QAR DH EENT: excessive drooling H/L: eupneic U/G: FS MSI: Ambulatory x 4, dull hair coat CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities A) Marked URI Anorexia P) CWSC SQ fluids- 100 ml LRS (only if allows)

6/24/2026

Pet is sitting on den and drooling. Food dishes untouched. She tolerates petting. EEN: yellow nasal discharge with nasal congestion RESP: Increased inspiratory effort MSI: Decreased skin turgor A: anorexia severe uri Prognosis: Guarded Plan Cerenia 10mg/ml 0.2 ml SQ sid x 3 days LRS 100 mls sq sid x 3days c/w nebulization consider simbadol and /or mirtazapine tomorrow. advise at risk placement

6/24/2026

Re-weigh: 6.1 lbs

6/25/2026

Ate some overnight per log but majority of food bowls are knocked over S: QAR, on top of den O: EENT: Eyes clear, thick brown nasal discharge noted Oral exam: heavy drool from oral cavity H/L: Eupneic, but marked audible congestion noted U/G: Spayed female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate/ alert A: Severe URI Possible hyporexia P: Zorbium for appropriate weight Mirataz 1.5 inch strip SID x3d Extend supportive care 2 more days +/- consider IV catheter for continuous support

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 4. Orange

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Spay/Neuter status: Unknown

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

Basic Information:: Chiquita is a 7 yr old not spayed female DSH. She lived with her previous owner since she was a kitten. She is being surrendered due to client allergies.

Previously lived with:: 1 Adult

How is this cat around strangers?: Curious, prefers contact on her own terms, tolerant .

How is this cat around children?: No experience

How is this cat around other cats?: No experience

How is this cat around dogs?: No experience

Behavior Notes: If they hiss, growl, swat, or bite - these behaviors are usually: Defensive / Defensivo How this cat reacts when someone... - Trims their nails: Never done / Nunca hecho - Brushes their coat: Never done / Nunca hecho - Picks up/holds: Never done / Nunca hecho - Places them in a carrier: Struggles or squirms / Lucha

Bite history:: Previous bite/scratch to a person: No Did the bite/scratch break skin: Not reported Date of last bite/scratch: Previous bite/scratch to another animal: No Did either animal need vet care: Not reported Date of last bite/scratch to an animal: Additional info: Not reported

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: NO vet history.

For a New Family to Know: Description of this cat most of the time: Friendly / Amigoso, Affectionate / Cariñoso, Talkative / Hablador Additional info: Not reported Areas the cat had access to: Indoors / Adentro Additional info: Not reported Where the cat spent most time: Where people are / Donde esta la gente Additional info: Not reported How the cat likes to play: Plays gently / Juega suave Additional info: Not reported How often the cat got interactive playtime: Multiple times per week / Varias veces por semana Additional info: Not reported This cat likes to scratch on: Carpet/Fabric / Alfombra/Tela, Cardboard / Carton, Other / Otro Additional info: weaved furniture. Previous owner's favorite things about the cat: she is affectionate Behavior issues noted: "None, my cat is purrfect ?? / Nada, mi gato es purrfecto ??" Additional info: Not reported Type of food the cat eats: Both wet and dry food / Comida mojada y comida seca Brands of food: Purina Cat Chow ; beef gravy wet food , only drink gravy. Favorite treats: White fish/ tuna

KNOWN HISTORY:: Previously lived with: 1 adult Behavior toward strangers: Curious, tolerant, and prefers contact on her own terms. Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Medium Other notes: This cat is friendly, affectionate, and talkative. She lived indoors and spent most of her time where the people were. She plays gently and received interactive play multiple times per week. She enjoys scratching carpet/fabric, cardboard, and woven furniture. Her previous owner's favorite thing about her was that she is affectionate. No behavior issues were reported. She eats both wet and dry food, including Purina Cat Chow and beef gravy wet food, though she only drinks the gravy. Her favorite treats are whitefish and tuna. Nail trims, brushing, and being picked up or held were never done. She struggles or squirms when placed in a carrier.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Calm,Sweet,Affectionate

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: New home adjustment period

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 1

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Other

Recommendations comments:: Respectful children only.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Chiquita was on top of the den in the loaf position, appearing calm. She sniffed treats and then allowed all petting, leaning in for cheek rubs and giving gentle head bunts. She arched her back slightly with back petting but could not be coaxed off the top of the den. She was reasonably calm during a partial pick-up and vocalized only very slightly with a little meow. She’s a sweet cat who might need a little time to adjust to her new home. Chiquita interacts with the assessor, solicits & appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.