Animal Profile
Aloe
Hello, my name is Aloe. My animal id is #67776. I am a desexed male gray cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 2 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.
Aloe is at risk for behavior concerns. He tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter or may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. He has been diagnosed with dental disease and otitis externa and URI that may need follow up care.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 6.69 lbs
7/2/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Approx 2-3 years Microchip noted on Intake? Positive History : Owner surrender Subjective: BARH, tense and hunched, dilated pupils, allows full exam and ear cleaning, but fought restraint and fled around room upon oral treatments. No overt signs of aggression. Evidence of Cruelty seen - none Evidence of Trauma seen - none Objective: P = wnl R = wnl BCS = 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears - mild pruritis and brown discharge, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Mild tartar/gingivitis, stage I ddz PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NMA, SSP; Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male, recently neutered - surgery site CDI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Externally normal Assessment: Otitis Dental disease stage I Prognosis: Good Plan: Cleaned ears Tresaderm AU BID x 7 days Recommend regular dental care/cleaning Start gabapentin 20 mg/kg PO BID indefinitely for shelter anxiety
7/10/2019
Progress exam History : Intake 7/2/19-otitis, dental disease. Started on tresaderm and gabapentin Subjective: BAR. Cage exam. No csvd. Objective EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Dental disease Otitis externa AU Prognosis: Excellent Plan: CTM while at BACC Continue gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID HC signed, ok to travel
7/11/2019
H: URI signs seen on rounds S: BAR, consistent 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. BCS = 5/9 Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Rectal: Not performed. Externally normal. Assessment 1) URI Plan: start Doxycycline 10 mg/kg SID x 10 days Move to iso if no placement found tomorrow
7/12/2019
No placement found, moved to ISO
7/18/2019
H: recheck URI d7 S: BAR. Mild sneezing. no cvd. Eating well Eyes: Unmremarkable Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: Mild serous nasal discharge Lungs: Mild stertor, 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 - improving Plan: Continue gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID Continue Doxycycline 10 mg/kg SID until 7/21 Recheck d10
7/18/2019
Doxycycline Suspension 50 Mg/ml 0.61ml PO every 1 day(s) FOR 3 DAYS TO NH.
7/19/2019
DISPSENSED 1.5 ML DOXY TO NH...1621
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Upon intake behavior Aloe displayed dilated pupils and a tucked tail but allowed counselor to collar and handle.
Date of Intake: 7/1/2019
Spay/Neuter status: Yes
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Aloe is a 2 year old, altered male, gray and white, domestic short hair cat that was surrendered due to a hoarding case.
If yes, Please elaborate:: Previous owner stated that Aloe has no litter box issues.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult
How is this cat around strangers?: Previous owner stated that Aloe is shy around strangers.
How is this cat around children?: Previous owner stated that Aloe 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 Aloe is relaxed and affectionate around other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Previous owner stated that Aloe has spent time around her three medium size dogs between the ages of 2, 4 and eight years old. Aloe was relaxed and affectionate around them.
Behavior Notes: Previous owner stated that Aloe has no behavior issues.
Bite history:: Previous owner stated that Aloe has no bite history.
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Previous owner stated that Aloe has no known medical issues.
For a New Family to Know: Previous owner stated that Aloe tolerates being placed in a carrier and is not bothered if someone disturbs him while he's sleeping. He can best be described as playful, shy, and fearful. His favorite activities are running around and sleeping. When at home Aloe tends to follow his owner around or be in his own favorite spot. Aloe is an indoor only cat. Aloe eats both wet and dry food & uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Aloe Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult Behavior toward strangers: Previous owner stated that Aloe is shy around strangers. Behavior toward children: Previous owner stated that Aloe spent time around her 19, and 23 year old children to which he was tolerant. Behavior toward cats: Previous owner stated that Aloe is relaxed and affectionate around other cats. Behavior toward dogs: Previous owner stated that Aloe has spent time around her three medium size dogs between the ages of 2, 4 and eight years old. Aloe was relaxed and affectionate around them. Bite or Scratch history: Previous owner stated that Aloe has no bite history. Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: medium Other notes: Previous owner stated that Aloe tolerates being placed in a carrier and is not bothered if someone disturbs him while he's sleeping. He can best be described as playful, shy, and fearful. His favorite activities are running around and sleeping. When at home Aloe tends to follow his owner around or be in his own favorite spot. Aloe is an indoor only cat. Aloe eats both wet and dry food & uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 07/02/19 Subjective: BARH, tense and hunched, dilated pupils, allows full exam and ear cleaning, but fought restraint and fled around room upon oral treatments. No overt signs of aggression
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 7/02/19 Resting in the litter box, doesn't wake when coaxed. Allows petting on head and stretches limbs out, but his eyes remain closed when pet. Only opens his eyes when treats are offered and he'll sniff around his kennel space. Starts to eat treats after and continues to allow petting on his head and body. 07/06/19 Curled up in the front of his kennel, he will remain calm and make eye contact when opening the kennel door. He will lean forward and sniff the assessors hand, and tolerates a few strokes before slowly retreating into his other kennel. Curious, but not comfortable yet. Needs more time to adjust. 7/07/19 Doesn't seem to mind being around people, but seems unsure of touch and will slink away when petting is attempted. Very motivated by tuna, however, and will eat tuna from my hand. Started clicker training and rewarded each time he allowed petting. Still hesitant initially, but has potential to warm up more. 07/10/19 Lying in front of kennel, cuddled next to littermate. Makes eye contact when spoken to and remains otherwise calm. Tenses up and retreats to back of kennel when cage door opens, body tense and tail curled around feet. Tolerates petting while squinting eyes shut and retreating to back of kennel. Steps forward for chicken filet and eats all chicken offered. I click and reward each time he steps forward - begins to knead! Will continue to clicker train.
Reaction to assessor:: Aloe is laying towards the back of his kennel with a low body, facing the wall.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Aloe will make eye contact, but quickly shifts his eyes away from the assessor.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Aloe will get up with a low, hunched body and sniff around the kennel. He will then come forward and "check out" the assessor with a low body.
Reaction to touch:: Aloe will allow all petting and leans away, he will sniff the assessors hand when approached and will eventually retreat into his other kennel after some time.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Curious,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Aloe 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: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: No young children
Recommendations comments:: Aloe is timid and a little fearful when interacted with, and may be fearful of small children. Any home with older children prepared to adopt this cat should conduct a thorough interaction and endeavor to monitor this cat around their children to prevent these behaviors from being reinforced.
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Aloe tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter or may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.