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Ares needs emergency placement for medical reasons. He is a young adult cat with a heart murmur and an upper respiratory infection, causing him to have a low appetite and weight loss. He is severely underweight. Ares needs continued medical care and placement outside of the shelter environment to help him recover and investigate his heart condition further.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Ares needs emergency placement for medical reasons. He is a young adult cat with a heart murmur and an upper respiratory infection, causing him to have a low appetite and weight loss. He is severely underweight. Ares needs continued medical care and placement outside of the shelter environment to help him recover and investigate his heart condition further. A volunteer writes: The way to Ares' heart is with head scratches, as I discovered when I met this handsome tiger the other night. As soon as he sensed my fingers gently scratching around his ears and cheeks, he instantly went into a kitty bliss state and stayed that way through our entire time together. His former owner also told us that Ares was a total lovemonger, describing him as approachable, good natured, and friendly with children. This very sweet boy was given up to the Care Center because his owner had no time for him, they told us. It's strange, since Ares doesn't come off as a needy cat or one who can't entertain himself when his people are away. But let their loss be your gain by making Ares your newest family member. He's waiting for you-and your pettings-on 110th Street today. I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. I'm sensitive and shy. I am looking for a home with a patient person. Ares tolerates attention and petting but appears to be moderately fearful or stressed in the shelter. He will likely need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that he go to a home with some cat experience preferred AND be well counseled in fearful cat behavior. Due to the behavior shown, he may not be a great fit for young 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.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 5.8 lbs

Medical Notes

10/20/2024

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 year Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned negative History: Owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Persistently trying to flee. Hissing, growling and resists restraint. Tasks done in net. Is there evidence of Cruelty? No Is there evidence of Neglect? No Is there evidence of Trauma? No Objective P = 160 R = WNL BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Clean adult teeth PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Grade 3/6 murmur, NR. Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: WNL externally Assessment Heart murmur Prognosis: Poor to fair. Expect shortened lifespan with heart murmur at this young age. Increased risk with anesthesia due to heart murmur. Plan: Intake tasks SURGERY: Okay for surgery. Combo test at surgery.

10/31/2024

Noted during cage side rounds to be sneezing and have clear nasal discharge A: Mild URI Eating P: Fortiflora 1 packet PO SID x7d Withholding fluids due to behavior notes of easily being overstimulated/swatting when agitated Monitor

11/3/2024

QAR EEN: tan nasal discharge. wet nasal congestion. Intermittent open mouth breathing. A: URI moderate Plan Doxycycline 50mg/ml 0.7 ml po sid x 7d

11/5/2024

Hx: presents with URI; has heart murmur QAR H-DH pink ate overnight but food bowls untouched during the day EENT- nasal discharge HL- 200hr reg 3-4/6 systolic murmur UG- MI MSI- dorsal muscle wasting A) URI moderate 3/6 systolic murmur P) on Doxycycline Continue SQ fluids- 70ml LRS

11/11/2024

BAR and eating. Sneezed a few times. CV: Grade 3-4/6 murmur present UG: Male intact A: URI resolving P: Move out of medical

11/14/2024

Noted on symptoms board to be sneezing S: BAR, eats wet food well when offered O: EENT- eyes clear, ears clean, dried crusted nasal planum H/L- Sneezing but eupneic MSK/i- Ambulatory x4, healthy haircoat Neuro- alert/appropriate Woods' lamp- negative A: URI- mild Eating P: CTM

11/16/2024

Recheck URI S: QAR, laying down in box in cat adoptions, reported not eating on patient care log O: EENT: Blepharospasm OD, WNL OS, crusted dried nasal planum, serous nasal discharge with bloody hue Oral Exam: Adult dentition, no appreciable oral ulcerations but hypersalivating H/L: Grade 3/6 parasternal murmur, Lungs clear, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4, BCS 3/9, dull hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate/ alert A: URI moderate Ulcerated/ scabbed nasal planum (wound) Conjunctivitis OD Underweight (lost 2lbs) P: Zorbium for appropriate weight Offered various foods to see if eating Gentamicin drops 1 drop OU BID x7d Monitor

11/16/2024

Eating fancy feast very well

11/17/2024

Pet did not eat o/n or today. Litter box undisturbed. RR: 28 EEN: Epiphora OD. Erosion nasal planum with light bloody discharge from nares. ORAL: No oral lesions. Exaggerated swallowing. CV/RESP: Increased inspiratory effort. Lungs quiet. Grade 3/6 murmur ABD/UG: Doughy abdomen MSI: Decreased skin turgor. Ambul x 4 NEURO: QAR A: Anorexia today Dehydrdated Emaciated Heart murmur r/o oropharyngeal discomfort due to severe viral URI +/- side effect of medication Prognosis: Guarded to poor Plan LRS 50 mls SQF Consider EHR if pet declines further

11/18/2024

Issue List: - anorexia - weight loss - persistent URI - tongue ulceration - heart murmur 3/6 QAR DH EENT: slight nasal discharge and ulceration of the planum H/L: eupneic PLN: WNL ABD: relaxed U/G: MI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, dull hair coat; emaciated CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities A) thin heart murmur URI anorexia dehydration P) SQ fluids- 50 ml LRS

11/19/2024

ssue List: - anorexia but ate a little canned food - weight loss - persistent URI - tongue ulceration - heart murmur 3/6 QAR DH EENT: slight nasal discharge and ulceration of the planum; tongue ulcer H/L: eupneic; referred upper airway sounds PLN: WNL ABD: relaxed U/G: MI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, dull hair coat; emaciated CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities A) thin heart murmur URI anorexia ate a little canned food P) CWSC

11/20/2024

Progress exam S/O: QAR in kennel, laying in bed. Prolonged skin tent. Increased inspiratory effort. Ulceration on caudal portion of the tongue, mild ulceration of nasal planum. HR 220, heart left sided systolic murmur 3/6. Intermittent non-weight bearing lameness in LFL, slight swelling of carpus resented palpation. A: URI - moderate, persistent Emaciated Heart murmur Lingual and nasal planum ulceration New LFL lameness noted today P: Start supportive care: -LRS fluids 50ml SQ q24h x 3 days -Cerenia 1mg/kg SQ q24h x 3 days -Vitamin B12 inj. 0.1ml SQ once -Simbadol 0.24m/kg SQ q24h x 2 days -Doxycycline 10mg/kg PO q24h x 10 days *Recheck in 2 days +/- radiographs LFL *Recommend ARL and placement outside of shelter as soon as possible, will need additional supportive care at this point until appetite and weight improves. Recommend further cardiac workup (proBNP test, cardiac ECHO) once URI improved to assess heart condition and long-term prognosis. *If P continues to deteriorate and not respond to supportive care consider EHR

11/21/2024

SO: IN medical on treatment for URI. Has grade 3/6 murmur. Started on pain management yesterday and doxycycline BAR, head butting and seeking attention, allows all handling eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x3, non weight bearing lameness LF limb with swelling of carpus neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: URI-moderate LF lameness r/o septic arthritis v abscess v other P: continue current treatment plan if lameness not improving consider sedation with radiographs of carpus

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake, Ares allowed all handling.

Spay/Neuter status: No

Date of Intake: 10/18/2024

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

If yes, Please elaborate:: Ares has no litter box issues. Access to a litterbox in the home: Yes Used the bathroom outdoors: Not reported Litter boxes in the home: 1 Litter box location(s): Other Other location: He has his own bed room for litter box and bed Type of litter box: Covered, Has a plastic liner Type of litter: Non-Clumping, Unscented, Scented

Basic Information:: Name: Ares Age: 1-3 years old Color: Orange Sex: Male Altered: No Declawed: No Surrender Reason: No time for animal Length of time owned: One year Where the previous owner got this cat: He was homed after birth

Previously lived with:: 2 adults 2 children (15, 16 y/o)

How is this cat around strangers?: No experience

How is this cat around children?: Friendly & Outgoing, Plays gently

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 How this cat reacts when someone... - Trims their nails: Never done - Brushes their coat: Unbothered - Picks up/holds: Enjoys - Places them in a carrier: Never done

Bite history:: No bite history

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: No medical issues or injuires.

For a New Family to Know: Description of this cat most of the time: Affectionate Additional info: Not reported Areas the cat had access to: Indoors Additional info: Not reported Where the cat spent most time: Where people are Additional info: Not reported How the cat likes to play: Plays gently Additional info: Not reported How often the cat got interactive playtime: Other Additional info: Due to new work schedule play time has been limited This cat likes to scratch on: Vertical surface, Carpet/Fabric Additional info: Not reported Previous owner's favorite things about the cat: He is very approachable, loving and well behaved. Behavior issues noted: "None, my cat is purrfect ??" Additional info: Not reported Type of food the cat eats: Dry Food Brands of food: Purina one + plus Favorite treats: Temptations

KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 adults 2 children (15, 16 y/o) Behavior toward strangers: Unknown Behavior toward children: Friendly & Outgoing, Plays gently Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Medium Other notes: This affectionate cat reacts to various situations with distinct behaviors: it has never had its nails trimmed, remains unbothered when brushed, enjoys being picked up or held, and has never been placed in a carrier. The cat primarily accesses indoor areas and spends most of its time near people. It plays gently but has had limited interactive playtime recently due to a new work schedule. The cat enjoys scratching vertical surfaces and carpet or fabric, and its previous owner appreciated its approachable, loving, and well-behaved nature, noting no behavior issues. It eats Purina One dry food and loves Temptations treats.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate

VOCAL:: Talkative

CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Sweet,Affectionate,Curious

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Other,New home adjustment period

Potential challenges comments:: Vocal, conflicted while adjusting to new room, but sweet. Area should be given a slow introduction to the home, one room at a time starting in a small room like a bathroom with food, litter and water. Conflicted behavior seen at the Care Center strongly suggests that he will hide if allowed. Interact with him in this room until he seems sufficiently confident that you feel you can introduce him to the next part of the home without running the risk that he will hide. Please speak to an adoption counselor for additional information on methods to help introduce your cat to the home.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 2

RECOMMENDATIONS:: No young children

Recommendations comments:: No children under 13 due to being conflicted. Subject to counselor discretion.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: 10.21.2024: Ares was on the karunda bed, appearing curious and even making a partial move to come down at the sound of the treat bag. When the assessor approached to pet him he rolled over into the assessors arms upside down, and allowed to be held, but then began to meow and was gently sat down. He enjoyed all petting, head bunting and rubbing against the assessor's hands while meowing, sometimes stress, meowing and appearing slightly conflicted with a slightly swishy tail, but continued to enjoy the interaction. He ignored treats and food, and in fact preferred to rub against the assessor instead of eating. he is a sweet cat who may need some adjustment time in his new home. 10.31.2024: Ares was at the front of kennel rubbing against the door for attention. He head-bunted the assessor's hand and fell into neck rubs. After the assessor stroked his back several times, Ares began to stress-meow. Staff started to apply pressure on his abdomen and he hissed with his ears tilted sideways. He solicited attention and leaned hard into pets after a moment to reset. Ares tolerates attention and petting but appears to be moderately fearful or stressed in the shelter. He will likely need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that he go to a home with some cat experience preferred AND be well counseled in fearful cat behavior. Due to the behavior shown, he may not be a great fit for young 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.