Animal Profile

Jasper is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Jasper came to the shelter after being abandoned in an apartment. He was reported to have had 2 seizures while being cared for by a neighbor. Jasper has an intermittent tremor and has had one brief seizure episode while in care He is otherwise eating and enjoys attention. He is currently on treatment for toxoplasma and has started on an anti-seizure medication. Jasper would benefit from a neurology consult to figure out next steps.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Jasper is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Jasper came to the shelter after being abandoned in an apartment. He was reported to have had 2 seizures while being cared for by a neighbor. Jasper has an intermittent tremor and has had one brief seizure episode while in care He is otherwise eating and enjoys attention. He is currently on treatment for toxoplasma and has started on an anti-seizure medication. Jasper would benefit from a neurology consult to figure out next steps. 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! I am a cat that is in need of a lap! I can't wait to be your new lap cat. I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. I will need further follow-up with a Veterinarian when I leave the shelter.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 7.5 lbs

Medical Notes

5/3/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 3-5y Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Stray cat reported had seizure last Friday and Saturday. Left behind in apartment by former owner. Has been fed by daughter of finder for 2 weeks. Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Seeking attention and leaning into petting. Allows all handling while eating. VERY FOOD MOTIVATED. Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Neglect seen-no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes mild periocular erythema, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: adult dentition with minor staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, unkempt hair coat CNS: Mentation alert, but slightly vacant at times - minor head tremor Rectal: normal external Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment underweight tremor reported seizures Prognosis: guarded Plan: delayed intake tasks due to condition only able to get blood for chemistry in house SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to poor condition

5/3/2025

Chemistry in house Creatinine 0.6 mg/dL (L) BUN 10 mg/dL (L) TP 9.4 g/dL (H) Globulin 6.3 g/dL (H) ALT 376 U/L (H) GGT 10 U/L (H) TBili 1.2 mg/dL (H) A: suspicious for toxoplasma v other P: 75mg clindamycin PO BID x2w, if doing well extend to 4w course

5/4/2025

Pet ate all of food o/n. EEN: Weak menace and palpebral Oral: No oral lesions. MSI: BCS 3/6 decreased skin turgor Ambul x 4 NEURO: Fine tremors at rest. Mild ataxia. QAR. Persistently tries to push way out of crate. FELV/FIV: negative/negative Parvo Snap: Negative CBC: HCT 33.3% WNL WBCs 15.8k wnl eos 0.01k low basophils 0.57k high platelets 140 sl low r/o clumping artifact A: Hx seizures Mild tremors and ataxia basophilia r/o parasites vs allergy vs other Prognosis: poor r/o infectious (toxoplasmosis vs dry FIP vs other) vs toxin vs other Plan Sedate with Dexdomitor 0.5mg/ml 0.1 ml + butorphanol 10mg/ml 0. 1ml IM for whole body rads and cysto UA c/w clindamycin LRS 100 mls SQ UA vis cysto to lab o/n Antisedan 0.06 ml IM Move to medical isolation

5/4/2025

Lat & v/d whole body rads: Chest: Fine interstitial pattern may be exposure artifact. No masses seen. Abdomen: No foreign body seen. Rounded ST opacity with speckled opacities on lateral projection caudal to liver and ventral to stomach. r/o rounded liver lobe vs ingesta in stomach vs other Abdominal ultrasound No free fluid in abdomen No obvious masses Kidneys not remarkable. r/o infectious (toxo, fip vs other) vs toxin vs other Prognosis: Poor Plan Digitally removed dried feces from colon UA pending. cwsc

5/4/2025

Pet lying in back of cage. Neuro: Dull mentation. Weak menace & palpebral Resp: Eupneic A: Perks up and eats baby food when placed in front of him. Walks to dish when it is moved. Neurologic abnormality persists. Plan Consider EHR if condition deteriorates

5/5/2025

Issue List: - appears to be wondering in kennel - head trembling - ataxia - anorexia - underweight QAR not eating well EENT: no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: eupneic PLN: WNL ABD: relaxed U/G: MI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, dull hair coat, underweight CNS: Mentation quiet - ataxia; (-) menace; (+) palpebrals A) neuropathy P) recommend EHR if not improving

5/5/2025

UA via cystocentesis s.g. 1.048 PHY 8.5 urine protein 3+ glucose negative 3+ struvite crystals A: proteinuria r/o stress vs other crystalluria r/o artifact due to handling vs increased crystals in urine. No bladder stones seen on imaging. P: Advise wet food only diet Monitor

5/6/2025

Issue List: - appears to be wondering in kennel - head trembling - ataxia - CN deficits (facial nerve damage) - underweight QAR eating well EENT: decreased palpebral OU; (-) menace OU but seems to follow movement; (+) PLR OU H/L: eupneic U/G: MI MSI: Ambulatory x 4 but ataxic, dull hair coat, underweight CNS: Mentation quiet - ataxia A) neuropathy- ataxia; CN deficits; dull r/o brainstem issue vs other prognosis guarded to poor P) recommend deadline plea

5/7/2025

SO: In medical isolation on treatment for possible toxoplasma due to presence of neurological signs. BAR, vocalizing for food. Eating with very good appetite. eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert, cranial nerve deficits present and stable from previous exams. Mild head tremor and mild ataxia A: neuropathy-r/o infectious v toxin v other P: recommend continued supportive care and clindamycin course repeat CBC/chem

5/8/2025

SO: In medical isolation on treatment for possible toxoplasma or other cause of seizures and neurological episodes BAR, alert in kennel, ate wet food with good appetite overnight eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert, but tremor still present, ataxia not noted A: unknown neuropathy P: continue current treatment plan

5/8/2025

In PM seen yowling and drooling inside of kennel appears to have had brief seizure episode Starting Keppra

5/11/2025

Issue List: - seizure episode and on oral keppra - CN deficits (facial nerve damage) - underweight but eating canned food QAR eating; social EENT: decreased palpebral OU; (-) menace OU H/L: eupneic U/G: MI MSI: mild ataxia, dull hair coat, underweight CNS: Mentation quiet - ataxia; facial nerve deficits A) neuropathy- seizures; mild ataxia; CN deficits; dull r/o brainstem issue vs other prognosis guarded P) recommend deadline plea

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 2. Blue

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake, Jasper did not scan positive for MC and was lateral at arrival. His eyes were dilated, but was not responsive to the staff's movement. Allowed all handling.

Spay/Neuter status: No

Date of Intake: 5/3/2025

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

If yes, Please elaborate:: Noted none.

Basic Information:: Jasper is a male, not neutered, not declawed, DSH. His most recent veterinary is unknown.

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 1 Teenager, 2 Cats, 2 MMB

How is this cat around strangers?: Noted to be tolerant and friendly.

How is this cat around children?: Noted to be tolerant, friendly, and playful with the teenager he lived with, 17 y/o girl.

How is this cat around other cats?: Noted unknown. Jasper was kept in a separate bedroom.

How is this cat around dogs?: Noted unknown. Jasper was kept in a separate bedroom.

Behavior Notes: Jasper nails have never been trimmed nor his coat brushed. He enjoys being picked up/held. He is unbothered when placed in a carrier.

Bite history:: Noted none.

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

For a New Family to Know: Jasper is described as affectionate and friendly. He spent most of his time where people are or in the bedroom. He ate 9 Lives, wet and dry food. He had access to one uncovered, litterbox, with unscented litter, that was located in the bedroom of his previous home. His previous owner favorite thing about him: He purrs while cuddling with his family.

KNOWN HISTORY:: Indoor Cat Previously lived with: 2 Adults, 1 Teenager (17 y/o girl), 2 Cats, 2 MMB Behavior toward strangers: tolerant and friendly Behavior toward children: tolerant, friendly, and playful with the teenager he lived with Behavior toward cats: Unknown. Jasper was kept in a separate bedroom. Behavior toward dogs: Unknown. Jasper was kept in a separate bedroom. Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, he had access to one uncovered, litterbox, with unscented litter, that was located in the bedroom of his previous home. Energy level/descriptors: Medium energy Other notes: Jasper is described as affectionate and friendly. He spent most of his time where people are or in the bedroom. He purrs while cuddling with his family. He ate 9 Lives, wet and dry food. Jasper nails have never been trimmed nor his coat brushed. He enjoys being picked up/held. He is unbothered when placed in a carrier.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Calm,Sweet,Curious

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Other

Potential challenges comments:: Please note that this cat is being treated for a medical condition at the time of evaluation. It is difficult to determine at this time how the medical condition may be affecting the behavior.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 1

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Jasper is a a social, calm, and sweet cat. He was at the front of the kennel with a soft body and eyes upon approach. He sniffs treats offered and hovers over the front entrance to scan the environment. He welcomes petting on the head and leans in for cheek rubs. He raises his hips and tail in the air when stroking his body. During pick up, he is calm but tenses up a little bit when held and placed back down to the back of the kennel. Then, he walks to the front and tolerates more petting and cheek rubs. Jasper interacts with the assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.