Animal Profile

Mishu is on the at-risk list for medical reasons. Mishu is an obese cat with extremely high FAS in shelter. She is not eating well, has vomited a few times, and does not tolerate medical handling attempts to provide supportive care. She has an increased risk of developing hepatic lipidosis with prolonged anorexia due to her obesity. There is no obvious medical cause for her poor appetite and we suspect it is stress related.

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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 Mishu is on the at-risk list for medical reasons. Mishu is an obese cat with extremely high FAS in shelter. She is not eating well, has vomited a few times, and does not tolerate medical handling attempts to provide supportive care. She has an increased risk of developing hepatic lipidosis with prolonged anorexia due to her obesity. There is no obvious medical cause for her poor appetite and we suspect it is stress related. What my friends at ACC say about me: The staff think I would do best in a home where there are no other cats. I'm an independent kitty who likes to do my own thing. 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 would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. I would do best in a home with only adult humans.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 18.29 lbs

Medical Notes

2/28/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: dentition and conformation consistent w o reported age of 8 years Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: o surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - hissing, swatting, needed sedation for exam Is there evidence of Cruelty? N Is there evidence of Neglect? N Is there evidence of Trauma? N Objective T = np P = wnl R = wnl BCS 8/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild wear and staining to dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FS- green linear tattoo MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment Obese Reported to not be eating in pre-exam Prognosis: good-fair pending BW Plan: intake exam and tasks sedated with 0.16mL torb (10mg/mL), 0.16mL dex (0.5mg/mL), 0.16mL ketamine (100mg/mL)- IM, p still light but able to perform exam and tasks w cat gloves. Reversed w equal vol antisedan CBC/CHEM/T4/UA to lab- check for result tomorrow monitoring log for appetite Recheck in 4 days, p is obese and at risk for hepatic lipidosis if not eating SURGERY: Okay for surgery: N, prior altered

3/1/2025

BLOODWORK RESULTS: CBC: monocytes mildly elevated 0.5; otherwise all values WNL Biochem: glucose high 232, otherwise all values WNL URINALYSIS RESULTS: cystocentesis, cloudy to dark yellow USG 1.053 Protein 2+ WBCs and RBCs, 0-2 No casts, crystals, bacteria present Negative for blood, ketones, bili Lipid droplets present A/P: mild hyperglycemia, suspect stress induced Bloodwork and UA are unremarkable *Monitor appetite while in shelter, P is at risk of developing hepatic lipidosis if does not eat

3/4/2025

Appetite check S/O: QAR near front of kennel, growling when cover lifted Appetite scores 2's yesterday and 3's the few days before that Food in kennel appears all untouched No c/s/v/d noted EENT: no ocular or nasal discharge LUNGS: Eupneic A: Obese Poor appetite P: Start medical feedings BID x 2 days and recheck appetite

3/5/2025

Brief recheck, cage-side exam in the middle of kennel cleaning S/O: BAR at front of kennel, growling Hpersalivating with thick strings of saliva Portion of medical feeding eaten (possibly canned chicken) One spot of vomit on shelf, no c/s/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge LUNGS: Eupneic CNS: Appropriate mentation A: High FAS Hyporexia Obese P: Extend medical feedings and CTM appetite closely. When/if appetite improves, consider gabapentin for FAS.

3/7/2025

Recheck appetite, obese, high FAS S/O: QAR on shelf, food all untouched, yellow vomit next to food No c/s/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge LUNGS: Eupneic CNS: Appropriate mentation A: Vomiting (at leas two episodes over past few days) Hyporexia Obese High FAS P: Attempt SQ LRS 200 ml + cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ + mirataz once today (behavior may preclude) Extend medical feedings CTM on rounds and recheck in 2 days

3/7/2025

ADDENDUM: Patient did not tolerate any medical handling - swatting and trying to bite, hypersalivating excessively after interaction. Canceled SQ LRS, cerenia, mirataz. Continue medical feedings and seek placement ASAP.

3/9/2025

Brief appetite recheck- when approached, eating from the wet food tray, lifted her head up and hissed, then went back to eating wet food. Brief recheck in 2 days to ensure still eating.

3/11/2025

Appetite recheck - BAR, ate medical feeding well, did not eat wet or dry foods, no c/s/v/d noted. Extend medical feedings and CTM.

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 5. Red

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

During intakes the cat was hissing, minimum handling was done.

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

Basic Information:: Name: Mishu Bella Age: 6-10 years old Color: Black and white Sex: Female Altered: Yes Length of time owned: 8 years Where the previous owner got this cat: Friend gave her to me from a litter

Previously lived with:: 2 adults

How is this cat around strangers?: Hisses, Actively avoids or retreats

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, Offensive How this cat reacts when someone... - Trims their nails: Hisses, Growls, Bites, Struggles or squirms, Nips - Brushes their coat: Struggles or squirms, Nips, Growls, Hisses, Bites - Picks up/holds: Enjoys - Places them in a carrier: Struggles or squirms

Bite history:: Previous bite/scratch to a person: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: Veterinarian: NA Last vet check: 5/6/2024

For a New Family to Know: Description of this cat most of the time: Prefers contact on their terms Areas the cat had access to: Indoors Where the cat spent most time: Bedroom, Living room How the cat likes to play: Chases bugs or moths, Plays rough - bites skin How often the cat got interactive playtime: Once a day This cat likes to scratch on: Carpet/Fabric Previous owner's favorite things about the cat: I’ve had Mishu from a kitten. she is so smart and cuddly but just with me. she’s gets so happy when i come home she runs to the living room and shows me her tummy so i can pet her. Behavior issues noted: Cries/meows a lot, Scratches furniture, Scratches people, Dislikes cats, Type of food the cat eats: Wet Food Brands of food: Fancy feast Favorite treats: Little bites

KNOWN HISTORY:: Previously lived with: 2 adults Behavior toward strangers: Hisses, Actively avoids or retreats Behavior toward children: No experience Behavior toward cats: Dislikes cats Behavior toward dogs: No experience Bite or Scratch history: Previous owner stated when she has company over she placed the cat in the other room or the cat will attack someone as soon as she sees them. The last bite was in December when her cousin walked to the bathroom and the cat ran from the other room and attacked her legs drawing blood through the jeans. The owner had to grab her off and separate them. Litter box training: Location and set up not specified. Energy level/descriptors: Medium Description of this cat most of the time: Prefers contact on their terms How this cat reacts when someone... - Trims their nails: Hisses, Growls, Bites, Struggles or squirms, Nips - Brushes their coat: Struggles or squirms, Nips, Growls, Hisses, Bites - Picks up/holds: Enjoys - Places them in a carrier: Struggles or squirms Where the cat spent most time: Bedroom, Living room How the cat likes to play: Chases bugs or moths, Plays rough - bites skin How often the cat got interactive playtime: Once a day This cat likes to scratch on: Carpet/Fabric Previous owner's favorite things about the cat: I’ve had Mishu from a kitten. she is so smart and cuddly but just with me. she’s gets so happy when i come home she runs to the living room and shows me her tummy so i can pet her. Behavior issues noted: Cries/meows a lot, Scratches furniture, Scratches people, Dislikes cats, Type of food the cat eats: Wet Food Brands of food: Fancy feast Favorite treats: Little bites During intakes the cat was hissing, minimum handling was done.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 3/4/25 FB61 Lying in front of kennel, body and face tense. She hisses with flattened ears... she is so cute and fat but very scared. She hisses when offered treats and she does not eat them during our interaction. I spend time blowing bubbles and she watches curiously, ears shifting forward slightly as she watches with wide eyes. After our session ends she vocalizes at me a couple of times. This might be a good sign... her hissing turned to meows. Will continue to attempt to make positive associations. 3/10/25 FB79 Perched up on the top part of her kennel, Mishu has almond eyes and forward ears and she watches me interact in the room with the neighboring cats. I hear her low meow when i open some chicken and she is at the front of the glass with wide eyes; Mishu leans in to eat the chicken that i reached in and placed down for her but when i slowly introduced the pointer tool she very harshly hisses at is and backs away towards the corner of the kennel with slightly tilted ears. She tolerates a pet on the head but hisses once again at the tool when i attempt to pet down her back/body.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Bold,Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,New home adjustment period

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New Hope Only

RECOMMENDATIONS:: No other cats OR multi-cat home with adopters experienced with introducing new cats,Adult only home

Recommendations comments:: No other cats and adult only home due to previous home notes; PLEASE SEE 'KNOWN HISTORY' ABOVE FOR MORE DETAILS.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Inside of her cubby, Mishu sits with wide eyes and a loose tail when the assessor approaches and speaks to her softly; she hisses through the cubby and her eyes dilate when the door to her kennel is opened and treats are placed down for her which she shows no interest in. Mishu does not tolerate any petting when the assess-a-hand is introduced as she starts to swat and strike the tool repeatedly; she hisses and holds the assess-a-hand down with her paws, fixating on it with dilated eyes and tilted ears waiting for any movement. When the assessor tries to remove the tool she starts to low growl/grumble as she goes in to bite and hold on with her mouth and paws. The assessor used another tool in which she swats at and releases the assess-a-hand but continues to low growl/grumble, swat and strike as well as hiss with a hunched back when the tool is quickly used to pet down her back and around her body. Mishu is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. She has tried to swat/scratch/bite, 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.