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Bujulito (leeto) is at risk list for medical reasons. Bujulito has had elevated liver values on bloodwork in shelter. They have been rechecked and remain high. He would benefit from additional diagnostics including an abdominal ultrasound with placement. Behaviorally, he is fearful and prefers not to be handled by medical staff.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Bujulito is on the at-risk list due to medical concerns.Bujulito has had elevated liver values on bloodwork in shelter. They have been rechecked and remain high. He would benefit from additional diagnostics including an abdominal ultrasound with placement. Behaviorally, he is fearful and prefers not to be handled by medical staff. Bujulito (leeto) is an adult cat that may not have had many interactions with humans from an early age. He is very apprehensive of people and while showing no aggressive behaviors, he does attempt to flee and avoid human contact. It is difficult to predict if he will respond to socialization but we recommend offering high value treats and food to help build a positive association to humans. Please be mindful that older cats will require more time and skill in order for them to be comfortable around people. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 10 lbs

Medical Notes

9/13/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8-10 y/o based on dentition and ocular changes Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative History: owner surrender Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - very tense, hiding in back of kennel inside of LB. Is there evidence of Cruelty? no Is there evidence of Neglect? no Is there evidence of Trauma? no Objective T = P = R = BCS EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: severe gingivitis over 104, severe tartar and plaque on upper arcades and premolars PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female, spayed 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: ~8-12 y/o FS DSH Severe dental disease and gingivitis Prognosis: Good Plan: Ok for intake tasks Blood sample taken for CBC/Chem/TT4, pre-op bloodwork House in quiet/calm space, seek placement Recommend dental procedure once placed *Wet food only *Monitor appetite, start analgesia if any issues eating SURGERY: Okay for surgery

9/15/2025

BW from lab shows elevated LEs, hyperbilrubinemia, rechecked p, p QAR, no c/s/v/d appreciated, some food eaten (ASs 1-2s), sclera, mm, and skin do not appear icteric, mm p/m <2, good skin turgor Blood work re-run in house- values more representative of clinical presentation so going with these results: CBC: monocytosis (0.92) r/o inflam vs stress eosinopenia (0.13) CHEM: H ALT (371) r/o hepatic vs MS vs open H TP (9.9) with H globulins (6.6) r/o second to dental dz vs open TT4 wnl A. No signs of icterus on exam - elevated ALT r/o primary hepatic vs MS P. Consider repeating BW in 4-6 weeks to see where ALT esp considering liver abn found on BW sent out CTM- recheck in 4 days. CTM closely on rounds

9/19/2025

Recheck appetite, bloodwork abnormalities on initial bloodwork suggestive of hepatopathy resolved on recheck bw one day later. S/O: QAR, hunched at back of kennel, dilated pupils; wet food only signage - wet food disturbed/spilled, small portion of med feeding eaten; no c/s/v/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge LUNGS: Eupneic CNS: Appropriate mentation A: Hyporexia - ro FAS vs dental disease vs other Dental disease P: Removed "wet food only" signage, offer both and assess preference Minimize handling for now as very high FAS noted Continue medical feedings and monitor appetite on rounds Recheck in 2 days Recommend recheck bloodwork in 1-2 weeks once he has settled in, sooner if concerns noted

9/21/2025

Recheck cat, had blood work done recently suggesting liver dz, additional blood work showed p to be APH, poor appetite, recheck S/O QAR, hiding on top shelf, no c/s/v/d appreciated, appears to have eaten a few bites of wet food EENT: No ocular or nasal dc HL: eupneic A. Inappetence - mild, appears improved from last exam, likely second to FAS P. CTM and recheck in 1 week with recheck blood work

9/28/2025

S/O: QAR hiding in back of cage rec/ cage with den reported to be eating slightly bloodwork taken

9/29/2025

Recheck BW- inconsistent across in house and bloods sent out for pre-dental (9/15) CBC: eosinopenia (0.15) - increased from 0.045 CHEM: H TP (9.1- was 10) H globulins (6.2, was 6.9) H ALT (299, was 293) A. ALT remains H r/o primary hepatic (infectious, neoplasia, trauma SDMA, AST and bilirubin now wnl P. Scheduled to have bile acid (single sample) run to determine if truly hepatic disease. CTM and recheck as scheduled

9/29/2025

Pull blood (CBC/CHEM/T4) - can go out to lab. If possible, try to get also sample for CHEM to run in house (wacky BW on intake) ///Done yesterday///BILE ACIDS (258) collected today.

9/30/2025

Bile acid results, persistent elevated ALT on bloodwork without significant clinical signs S/O: QAR at back of kennel, appetite scores indicate good appetite, no c/s/v/d noted; no ocular or nasal discharge, eupneic, Bile Acids: 7.7 (H) - range 0.0-6.9 Interpretation: Very mild elevation, likely not consistent with clinically significant hepatic disease A: Elevated ALT Hyperglobulinemia Dental disease FAS in shelter P: Recommend placement for AUS +/- additional diagnostics Consider dental procedure with x-rays/extractions and recheck bloodwork CTM while at QACC

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake cat was very stressed and withdrawn. Staff was able to scan for MC but opted not to collar or handle due to level of FAS. Cat was allowed to walk directly from its carrier into the kennel.

Date of Intake: 9/12/2025

Is this cat having litter box issues?: Yes

If yes, Please elaborate:: Is reported to defecate outside the litterbox when upset by other cats. The boxes are shared with 14 other cats and are located in a quiet and easily accessible area of the home. The client reportedly did not attempt to modify the behavior.

Basic Information:: Is a female DSH tri color tabby cat who was surrendered to ACC due to having to many animals in the home already.

Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 14 other cats

How is this cat around strangers?: Shy and timid but warms up after 2 weeks and becomes friendly, curious, tolerant and outgoing. Plays gently.

How is this cat around children?: No experience.

How is this cat around other cats?: Curious and warms up after two weeks.

How is this cat around dogs?: No experience.

Behavior Notes: Has never had her nails trimmed but is unbothered by having her coat brushed, being picked up or held and when being placed in a carrier.

Bite history:: No bite/scratch history.

Energy level/descriptors:: Low

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: She is a sweet, playful and active lap cat who prefers contact on her own terms. She likes things that crinkle and scratching on rope, wood and cardboard surfaces. She eats both wet and dry food preferably Friskies brand and her favorite treats are Temptations. She is accustomed to having access to 5 uncovered litterboxes with unscented clumping litter located in the bathroom, living room and kitchen of her home.

KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult, 14 other cats Behavior toward strangers: Shy and timid but warms up after 2 weeks and becomes friendly, curious, tolerant and outgoing. Plays gently. Behavior toward children: No experience. Behavior toward cats: Curious and warms up after two weeks. Behavior toward dogs: No experience. Bite or Scratch history: No bite/scratch history. Litter box training: Is reported to defecate outside the litterbox when upset by other cats. The boxes are shared with 14 other cats and are located in a quiet and easily accessible area of the home. The client reportedly did not attempt to modify the behavior. Energy level/descriptors: Low Other notes: She is a sweet, playful and active lap cat who prefers contact on her own terms. She likes things that crinkle and scratching on rope, wood and cardboard surfaces. She eats both wet and dry food preferably Friskies brand and her favorite treats are Temptations. She is accustomed to having access to 5 uncovered litterboxes with unscented clumping litter located in the bathroom, living room and kitchen of her home. Upon intake cat was very stressed and withdrawn. Staff was able to scan for MC but opted not to collar or handle due to level of FAS. Cat was allowed to walk directly from its carrier into the kennel.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 9/17/25 FB61 Leeto was lying in her cubby as I approached, body low and face tense. Her face was partially hidden behind her litter box and she remained frozen in place when offered treats and a catnip toy. After I closed the kennel door she retreated into her hidey box. She is tolerant of petting but is very nervous. Needs more time. 9/20/25 FB58 Sitting on the shelf at the back with a slightly tense face and body, ears slightly tilted. She tenses when the tool is offered out but settles slightly. She is tolerant of some pets on her head and cheeks with her tail wrapped around her feet. 9/22/25 FB61 Lying in box upon approach, completely covered by her linens. When I lift her blanket I see that Leeto's face is tense and her ears are tilted. She is tolerant of forehead pets while slow-blinking hard and remaining otherwise frozen. I cover her with her towel when I'm done with the session and I leave her some treats and a catnip toy which she does not show immediate interest in. Nervous girl - hopefully she explores the offerings later when she feels more save. She is a gentle soul. 9/27/25 FB20 Leeto is covered behind a towel. Towel is pushed down slowly and reveals her little face. Her eyes are dilated and ears tilted. She sniffs at tool with treats. She allows petting on her chin, her skin ripples when pet along back. Another treat is given and interaction ended. 9/30/25 FB06 Bujulito is perched at the top of the condo. I opened the food slot and began talking softly to her. Her ears were forward with soft eyes and tail tucked tightly around her body. I placed some treats near her but she showed no interest. Opening the condo door she stayed still, keeping her eyes on me. I gave her some pets on the head with the scratcher tool with no reaction. When I proceeded along her body she started to slightly trmble. Interaction was then ended.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid,Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Inappropriate elimination,Fearful,Other

Potential challenges comments:: Bujulito (leeto) came from a home with about Bujulito (leeto) other cats, it is likely that she was not appropriately socialized to humans. Bujulito (leeto) may warm up to her new home faster if there is already a resident cat. Bujulito (leeto) was reported to defecate outside the litterbox when upset by other cats. The boxes were shared with 14 other cats and were located in a quiet and easily accessible area of the home. The client reportedly did not attempt to modify the behavior. As Bujulito (leeto) adjusted to the shelter environment, her litterbox habits were tracked for a two week period. After that time, it appears that she has consistently been showing signs of inappropriate elimination. While she does appear to use the litterbox, she also eliminates outside of the box and on her linens. Adopters should be prepared to take on this challenge and be counseled on behavior modification for inappropriate elimination.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Bujulito (leeto) was lying in his cubby as the assessor approached, body and face tense with his tail wrapped around his body. Bujulito (leeto) avoided eye contact when spoken to and he flattened his ears as the kenenl door opened. Bujulito (leeto) tolerated all petting while remaining frozen in place and slow-blinking hard. Pick up was not attempted at this time. Bujulito (leeto) is an adult cat that may not have had many interactions with humans from an early age. He is very apprehensive of people and while showing no aggressive behaviors, he does attempt to flee and avoid human contact. It is difficult to predict if he will respond to socialization but we recommend offering high value treats and food to help build a positive association to humans. Please be mindful that older cats will require more time and skill in order for them to be comfortable around people. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.