Animal Profile

Lobo is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Lobo has chronic skin disease, likely caused by an underlying allergy. His skin has not responded to treatments in shelter thus far. He will need to see a vet (dermatologist is ideal) to help manage his chronic disease.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Lobo is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Lobo has chronic skin disease, likely caused by an underlying allergy. His skin has not responded to treatments in shelter thus far. He will need to see a vet (dermatologist is ideal) to help manage his chronic disease. What my friends at ACC say about me: I lived with children in my previous home. Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy! I have been known to shower my favorite people in love! My purr motor is always running! I love getting pets and - you guessed it - snuggles! I am a cat that is in need of a lap! I can't wait to be your new lap cat. Lobo interacts with the assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 10.375 lbs

Medical Notes

12/12/2024

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 yr Microchip noted on Intake? positive History:owner surrender, long hx of dermatitis last derm exam :10/2024 ddx: ddx severe presumptive skin disease , responsive to steroids, fluconazole, has responded well to treatment with Atopica and dexamethasone rec: Dex SP orally 0.1mg/kg 0.1ml PO SID x 14 days give 4 weeks of convenia Subjective: owner surrender Observed Behavior - cranky as very uncomfortable will hiss and growl upon scratching himself at same time Is there evidence of Cruelty?none Is there evidence of Neglect?none Is there evidence of Trauma?none Objective QAR adequate hydration, likes churu P = WNL R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes blepharospasm, corneas clear, eyelids heavily scarre / indurated along with entire face and ears ,ventral neck Oral Exam:NSF PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:neutered male MSI: Ambulatory x 4,pelvic intergidial skin erythematous CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:not performed Wood's Lamp Exam:negative Assessment severe facial alllrgies, secondary infection Prognosis:fair, will need chronic skin management Plan: Convenia 0.6ml SC Simbadol 0.6ml SC Dexamethasone SP give 0.1ml Po SID x 14 days

12/17/2024

Progress exam S: Staff report that Lobo is still scratching at his face a lot O: severe excoriations around eyes and ears with numerous pinpoint scabs and alopecia. Appears uncomfortable in kennel with eyes closed and not interactive at all. A: Severe facial excoriations (r/o inflammatory (allergies vs atopy) vs infectious) P: Add on gabapentin 5mg/kg PO BID x 10 days to help with comfort Recheck in 48 hours

12/19/2024

Recheck severe facial dermatitis, pruritis, excoriations. Received convenia on 12/12, started on dex sp PO SID. S/O: QAR-BAR Ate medication dish (presumably gabapentin), eating dry food during interaction Diffuse lesions and alopecia across face/head/neck Focal area of moist dermatitis at right ventral neck Fresh excoriation/abrasion to right pinna A: Severe facial dermatitis and pruritis Allergies - ro flea +/- food +/- atopy P: Move to ICU for closer monitoring, numerous concerned staff reporting pruritis Consider switching to prednisolone taper if no improvement in pruritis/dermatitis

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Spay/Neuter status: Yes

Date of Intake: 12/11/2024

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

Basic Information:: Lobo is a 2 y/o male neutered cat. He was a found stray that was adopted. He has been with his previous family for 2 years. He was surrendered due to severe allergies that haven't resolved with vet intervention.

Previously lived with:: adults, children

How is this cat around strangers?: is friendly/outgoing, will play gently, curious, tolerant. Will hide initially and can be shy/timid, but normally warms up before 2 weeks.

How is this cat around children?: lived with children aged 1-11, is friendly/outgoing with them. Will play gently, and is curious and tolerant.

How is this cat around other cats?: no experience

How is this cat around dogs?: no history noted

Behavior Notes: stress meows when nails are trimmed or when placed into a carrier.

Bite history:: no bite history.

Energy level/descriptors:: Low

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: Yes

Medical Notes: severe allergies in the face and under the chin/behind the ears.

For a New Family to Know: Lobo is known as friendly, affectionate, and a lap cat. He is an indoor outdoor cat, who enjoys spending his time in the living room and kitchen. He plays gently and chases and pounces on toys. He gets interactive playtime twice a day. He enjoys scratching on rough rope, wood, and cardboard oriented horizontally. He was loved because he is very friendly and enjoys spending time with children. He was fed both wet and dry foods by the brand hills science and blue buffalo. He enjoysall treats offered to him. He had 3 litterboxes in the home, in the basement/living room/top floor. His litterbox was covered and had a plastic liner. He normally had unscented clumping clay litter. He has also used pine, pellets, and newspaper.

KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: adults, children Behavior toward strangers: is friendly/outgoing, will play gently, curious, tolerant. Will hide initially and can be shy/timid, but normally warms up before 2 weeks. Behavior toward children: lived with children aged 1-11, is friendly/outgoing with them. Will play gently, and is curious and tolerant. Behavior toward cats: no experience Behavior toward dogs: no history noted Bite or Scratch history: no bite history. Litter box training: He had 3 litterboxes in the home, in the basement/living room/top floor. His litterbox was covered and had a plastic liner. He normally had unscented clumping clay litter. He has also used pine, pellets, and newspaper. Energy level/descriptors: Low Other notes: Lobo is known as friendly, affectionate, and a lap cat. He is an indoor outdoor cat, who enjoys spending his time in the living room and kitchen. He plays gently and chases and pounces on toys. He gets interactive playtime twice a day. He enjoys scratching on rough rope, wood, and cardboard oriented horizontally. He was loved because he is very friendly and enjoys spending time with children. He was fed both wet and dry foods by the brand hills science and blue buffalo. He enjoys all treats offered to him.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Sweet,Affectionate

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: New home adjustment period

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 1

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: On the top part of his kennel, Lobo is eating his food and steps down when the assessor opens the kennel door and speak to him softly. He has a high tail and begins to slowly head bunt the assessors hand accepting pets up his back and tail. He doesnt show interest in treats and allows the assessor to pick him up and place him back down with no issues; when back in kennel, he quickly jumps out as he scans the room then allows the assessor to place him back inside of his kennel, where he then finds treats and begins to enjoy. Lobo interacts with the assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.