Missy
Hello, my name is Missy. My animal id is #129135. I am a desexed female brown tabby cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 11 years 2 months 4 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 1/19/2022, with the surrender reason stated as animal behavior - not good with resident animals.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Missy is on the EPL due to medical reasons. She is an 11 year old female intact DSH who presented to BACC with suspected early chronic kidney disease. She also has a small oral mass and is mild to moderately underweight. She will likely require long-term veterinary care to monitor and manage her condition. Behaviorally, Missy is shy and fearful but will warm up for gentle petting.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. What do you get when you cross a cat with a couch? A cat-potato! And that's me to a T! I am a sweet, social, older gal, looking for the perfect forever home! Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy! I love getting pets and - you guessed it - snuggles! My purr motor is always running! I am finding the shelter a bit overwhelming. Outside one-on-one I am a great big cuddle bug. I can be slow to adjust to new environments. I prefer to take things at my own pace.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 5.2 lbs
11/9/2021
DVM Intake Estimated age: 11 years Microchip noted on Intake? Yes History: Owner surrender Subjective: BARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea Observed behavior: Wide eyes, allowed handling with towel for exam. Growling and hissing for intake tasks Evidence of cruelty seen: No Evidence of trauma seen: No Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 6/9 OP: Mucous membranes pink and moist. CRT <2. Stage III dental disease. EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: Grade III heart murmur. No arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. UG: female spayed, scar noted, no discharge INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, no pain on palpation of epaxials NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Grade III heart murmur -Stage III dental disease Prognosis: Fair Plan: -Recommend dental cleaning, cardiology consult with placement Surgery: Spayed
1/20/2022
DVM Intake Estimated age: 11 years Microchip noted on Intake? Yes History: o/s - behavioral reasons toward a newly adopted kitten Subjective: BAR, 5-8% dehydration. No c/s/v/d Observed behavior: Approaches to head butt and likes being pet but pulls away if trying to interact more. When removed from cage, wide eyes, allowed handling with towel for exam. Growling and hissing and biting at towel at times during exam and tasks. Needed sedation to execute full exam and tasks. Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P = 200 R =eup BCS= 3/9 EENT: Eyes - mild nuclear sclerosis, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: fleshy irregular oblong 1 cm mucosal mass R caudal mandible between gingiva and cheek- bleeding upon exam; marked tartar and gingivitis, painful on the R side PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, 3/6 murmur, MM pk, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, rounded kidneys U/G: female, no discharges, no MGT's MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, unkempt dry hair coat, thin with muscle wasting CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: visually unremarkable Wood's Lamp Exam: Assessment: Senior FS DSH 1) Underweight 2) Dehydrated 3) Dental dz -stage 3-4 4) Oral mass - r/o neoplasia (eg. SCC) vs proliferation due to ddz (epulis) 5) Suspect renal dz based on low SpGr 6) Heart murmur 3/6 Prognosis: Guarded to poor Plan: Sedated: Dexdom/ ket/ torb 0.05 cc each. Reversed with antisedan. Good sedation and recovery. 1. Bloodwork pending - CBC/ Chem/ T4 2. Urine - only able to get enough for SpGr=1.016 3. Xrays - 3 views - Chest - several small opacites throughout lungs but does not appear to be masses - r/o prominent broncho-interstitial pattern due to age vs miliary pattern (possibly metastasis). Heart NSF. Arthritic changes for ribs. Abd- rounded kidneys, intestines NSF, liver WNL, no masses noted 4. 100 cc SQF 5. In medical - to monitor eating and re-check hydration if possible Given the age of the cat and appearance of the mass, neoplasia is suspected. Consider FNA/ cyt or bx to confirm but concurrent illness (heart murmur, suspect renal dz) make this patient not a good candidate for adoption or staying in the shelter. Consider rescue. Re-assess based on BW and monitoring in medical. Surgery: Spayed
1/21/2022
Progress exam History: Intake 1/20/2022: Owner surrender, previously at BACC 11/9/2021. Noted underweight, dehydrated, dental disease, oral mass, suspect renal failure. Performed bloodwork, three view thoracic radiographs. Gave LRS once Today, 1/21: Progress exam Subjective: BAR, very mild skin tent. No coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea, excellent appetite. Initially leans into petting, escalates to hissing if more handling is attempted. Objective: Limited exam due to behavior R: WNL BCS: 3/9 OP: Does not allow EENT: Nuclear sclerosis OU, ears and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful RESP: Eupneic INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, no pain on palpation of epaxials. Moderate diffuse muscle wasting NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. CBC: Mild non-regenerative anemia [RBC 6.1 (7.12-11.46 M/uL), HCT 28 (28.2-52.7%)] Mild lymphopenia .074 (0.85-5.85 K/uL) Mild monocytosis 0.95 (.04-0.53 K/uL) Chemistry: Mild-moderate azotemia [SDMA 20 (0-14 ug/dL), creat 2.4 (0.9-2.3 mg/dL), BUN 65 (16-37 mg/dL)] T4: WNL Assessment: -Suspect early CKD -Underweight -Dehydrated -Grade III dental disease -Grade III/VI heart murmur -Oral mass -Mild radiographic changes--on re-exam, opacities within lungs appear to be consistent with end-on vessels. Likely age-related changes. Prognosis: Fair to guarded Plan: -Start LRS 20 ml/kg SQ q24h x 3d until 1/23 -Start renal diet only -Keep in medical, monitor appetite and hydration -Recommend IM consult +/- cardiology consult, FNA of oral mass--may require lifelong management for CKD
1/22/2022
BAR in kennel, excellent appetite, euhydrated. Continue with current treatment plan, keep in medical and monitor closely.
1/23/2022
Progress exam History: Intake 1/20/2022: Owner surrender, previously at BACC 11/9/2021. Noted underweight, dehydrated, dental disease, oral mass, suspect renal disease. Performed bloodwork, three view thoracic radiographs. Gave LRS once. 1/21: Moderate azotemia noted Today, 1/23: Progress exam Subjective: BAR, euhydrated, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea. Good appetite, eating kidney diet well. Seeking attention today, allowed petting Objective: R: WNL BCS: 3/9 EENT: Nuclear sclerosis OU, nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful RESP: Eupneic INT: Good hair coat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, moderate diffuse muscle wasting NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Suspect early CKD -Underweight -Dehydrated (resolved) -Grade III dental disease -Grade III/VI heart murmur -Oral mass Prognosis: Fair to guarded Plan: -Okay to d/c LRS -Continue renal diet only -Keep in medical, monitor appetite and hydration -Recommend IM consult +/- cardiology consult, FNA of oral mass--may require lifelong management for CKD
1/24/2022
History 1/20/22 os intake, RTS (previously at BACC 11/9): underweight, dehydration, dental disease, oral mass, suspected CKD; sedated due to behavior, bw and rads performed, low USG noted; SQF given once 1/21: azotemia noted on bw; started renal diet and SQF Today, 1/24: progress exam S/O: BAR, purring and leaning into petting until oral exam attempted, growls and head whips. Eating well, no c/s/v/d noted. EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge noted Oral: limited - pink/inflamed mass noted at right side of mouth - growls upon touching that side of her mouth H/L: Eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort ABD: No obvious distention MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no notable lameness; dorsal muscle wasting and underweight CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Chronic kidney disease Underweight Dental disease Oral mass - ro neoplasia (SCC) vs oral inflammation secondary to ddz (epulus) vs other Heart murmur P: Continue to monitor weight, appetite, energy, etc while at BACC Recommend cardiology consult with echo, dental procedure with biopsy of mass.
1/25/2022
History 1/20/22 os intake, RTS (previously at BACC 11/9): underweight, dehydration, dental disease, oral mass, suspected CKD; sedated due to behavior, bw and rads performed, low USG noted; SQF given once 1/21: azotemia noted on bw; started renal diet and SQF Today, 1/25: progress exam S/O: BAR, initially allows handling/petting, but hissing/growling when attempting oral exam; eating well, no c/s/v/d noted. EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge noted Oral: did not perform due to temperament H/L: Eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no notable lameness; dorsal muscle wasting and underweight CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Chronic kidney disease Underweight Dental disease Oral mass - ro neoplasia (SCC) vs oral inflammation secondary to ddz (epulus) vs other Heart murmur P: Continue to monitor weight, appetite, energy, etc while at BACC Recommend cardiology consult with echo, dental procedure with biopsy of mass.
1/26/2022
History 1/20/22 os intake, RTS (previously at BACC 11/9): underweight, dehydration, heart murmur, dental disease, oral mass, suspected CKD; sedated due to behavior, bw and rads performed, low USG noted; SQF given once 1/21: azotemia noted on bw; started renal diet and SQF Today, 1/26: progress exam S/O: BAR, allows some petting, but escalates to hissing, growling, swatting. Handled with towel in order to perform thorough oral exam. Decreased appetite today (food minimally touched overnight), no c/s/v/d noted. EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge noted Oral: right pm mobile with severe calculus, malodor, off white discharge, and associated gingivitis; proliferative tissue associated with mobile tooth at buccal gingiva - does not appear to be a mass H/L: Eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no notable lameness; dorsal muscle wasting and underweight CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Chronic kidney disease Underweight Dental disease - severe with mobile/infected right max pm and associated stomatitis/gingivitis Heart murmur Senior pet P: Scheduled convenia injection Start simbadol 0.24 mg/kg SQ SID x 3 days to ease possible oral pain Continue to monitor weight, appetite, energy, etc while at BACC Recommend UA/UCS, cardiology consult with echo, and dental procedure with xrays/extractions with palcement
1/28/2022
Progress exam History: 1/20/22 os intake, RTS (previously at BACC 11/9): underweight, dehydration, heart murmur, dental disease, oral mass, suspected CKD; sedated due to behavior, bw and rads performed, low USG noted; SQF given once 1/21: azotemia noted on bw; started renal diet and SQF 1/26: Poor appetite noted, started simbadol and gave convenia Today, 1/27: progress exam Subjective: QARH, no coughing/sneezing/vomiting/diarrhea. Picking at wet food. Objective: P: WNL R: WNL BCS: 3/9 EENT: Eyes, ears, and nares clear bilaterally, no discharge noted. PLN: Small/soft/symmetrical/nonpainful CV: Grade III/VI heart murmur, no arrhythmias, pulses strong and synchronous. RESP: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, nonpainful, no palpable masses. INT: Rough haircoat, no areas of alopecia or pruritus, no ectoparasites or masses noted. MS: Ambulatory x4, moderate diffuse muscle wasting NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. Assessment: -Chronic kidney disease -Underweight -Dental disease - severe with mobile/infected right max pm and associated stomatitis/gingivitis -Grade III/VI heart murmur -Senior pet -Hyporexia Prognosis: Fair to guarded Plan: -Continue simbadol 0.24 mg/kg PO q24h until 1/29 -Start medical feedings q12h x 5d until 2/1 -Start mirtazapine topically to pinna q24h x 5d until 2/1 -Patient is intolerant of restraint but enjoys petting--start more intensive supportive care if appetite does not improve within 24h
1/28/2022
History: 1/20/22 os intake, RTS (previously at BACC 11/9): underweight, dehydration, heart murmur, dental disease, oral mass, suspected CKD; sedated due to behavior, bw and rads performed, low USG noted; SQF given once 1/21: azotemia noted on bw; started renal diet and SQF 1/26: Poor appetite noted, started simbadol and gave convenia Today, 1/27: progress exam Subjective: BAR. No csvd. Did not touch renal diet, but ate other wet food. Very nervous, will flee. Visual exam only to reduce FAS Eyes: Grossly appropriate OU. Ears: Unremarkable AU. Nasal Cavity: No nasal discharge. Lungs: Eupneic Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. BCS = 3-4/9 Integument: roughened haircoat Neuro: Appropriate mentation. Assessment: Chronic kidney disease Underweight Dental disease - severe with mobile/infected right max pm and associated stomatitis/gingivitis Grade III/VI heart murmur Hyporexia Prognosis: Fair to guarded Plan: Continue simbadol 0.24 mg/kg PO q24h until 1/29 Continue medical feedings q12h x 5d until 2/1 Continue mirtazapine topically to pinna q24h x 5d until 2/1
1/29/2022
History: 1/20/22 os intake, RTS, underweight, dehydration, heart murmur, dental disease, oral mass, CKD; BW and 3 view rads performed (old age changes) 1/21: started renal diet and SQF 1/26: Poor appetite noted, started simbadol and gave convenia S) QAR. 5% dehydrated. No c/s/v/d. Eating little. Ur in cage, no BM. Seeks attention and head butts, very affectionate. But backs away and escalates quickly when trying to pick her up. Sedated for full exam prior to rescue and to do SQF -dexdomitor 0.05 cc + torb 0.05 cc. O) EENT: Eyes clr, ears cln, no oculonasal discharges noted. Oral - mass R maxilla - less red and inflamed since convenia given, still marked dental dz of 107, 108 and 109 PLN: no lymphadenopathy CV: Grade II/VI heart murmur, NSR, L: Eupneic, no crackles/wheezes GI: Soft, no pain or masses MSI: Ambulatory x4, moderate diffuse muscle wasting. Rough full HC, no masses noted. NEURO: Mentation appropriate, cranial nerves intact, no deficits noted. A) -Chronic kidney disease -Underweight -Dental disease - severe with mobile/infected right max pm and associated stomatitis/gingivitis -Grade 2-3/6 heart murmur -Senior pet -Hyporexia Prognosis: Fair to guarded P) 1. Sedated exam 2. Extracted diseased teeth 107, 108, 109 - easily removed. Flushed out purulent debris. Photos uploaded. 3. Repeat chest xrays lat and v/d - no changes from previous, NSF. 4. SQF 75 cc given. CWPT Going to rescue. Recom monitor mass for possible resolution after extractions. Dental re-exam to assess need for further dental treatments. +/- FNA/ bx of mass if not resolving. CRD - recom kidney diet and monitoring Heart murmur is mild- mod and stable with no clinical signs. Re-assess need for cardio consult.
1/30/2022
Dental extractions done
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Upon intake, Missy allowed staff to lift her out of the carrier she arrived in and place her into a shelter carrier. She was relaxed and allowed petting of her head. Missy was offered wet food which she ate and lured out of the carrier with the food. She allowed collaring, scanning and photographing. She was taken to Vet Services.
Date of Intake: 1/19/2022
Basic Information:: Missy is about 11 years old, and was obtained from ACC before her previous humans surrendered her.
If yes, Please elaborate:: It is unknown if Missy has litterbox issues.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult
How is this cat around strangers?: Missy is shy for a few minutes around strangers. She will not play with adults.
How is this cat around children?: Missy is usually tolerant around children, and will not play
How is this cat around other cats?: Missy is aggressive towards other cats, and will hiss and swat. Missy will not play with other cats.
How is this cat around dogs?: Missy had never been around other dogs, and her behavior is unknown.
Behavior Notes: Missy will fight with other cats in the home. Missy has never been on a car ride. Missy's behavior is unknown if someone tries to give her a bath, trim her nails, brush her coat, place her in a carrier, or disturbs her while she is sleeping. Missy will hiss if she is picked up.
Energy level/descriptors:: Low
For a New Family to Know: Missy is a mellow, independent, and aloof cat. When at home with her humans she will be in her favorite spot and rarely seeks affection. Missy is an indoors only cat. Missy eats both wet and dry food. Miss is litterbox trained, and prefers an uncovered litterbox with clumping litter. Missy does not scratch on a scratching post.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 adults Behavior toward strangers: Shy for a few days until she becomes comfortable. Behavior toward children: Spent time with children and is relaxed, affectionate, and plays gently. Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, used an uncovered litterbox filled with clumping cat litter. Energy level/descriptors: Missy is described as a friendly, shy, and affectionate cat with a low activity level. Other notes: Missy enjoys having her coat brushed and being picked up/held. Her favorite activity is to relax or sleep in her favorite spots. When you're home, Missy will follow you around, stay in the same room as you, or snuggle up on you. Her favorite toys to play with are balls, string, and laser pointers. Missy loves to scratch on scratching posts made of rough rope or cardboard.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/11/21 At front of kennel, ears forward and face neutral. She allows petting along her head and body while leaning in, arching her back, raising her tail and turning her head to watch my hand when it passes by her tail. She begins to sway her tail back and forth so I end the session to avoid further escalation. She swats at my hand through the kennel door as I'm closing it. Sweet and affectionate but is either sensitive to the room or is sensitive to stimuli. May have potential to become overstimulated. 11/14/21 She approached the front of the kennel and greeted the assessor. She accepted all petting and seemed eager to interact. She displayed the same friendly, outgoing behavior towards another volunteer. She seems to be adjusting well and wants to make friends. May need to be re-evaluated soon.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Calm,Sweet,Affectionate,Easy going
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: New home adjustment period
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 2
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Missy is a petite, older gal who is so sweet. She was lying in her litter box, trying to hide upon approach, but makes eye contact when coaxed and lip licks. She tenses up when the door opens, but leans forward to sniff my hand. She seems interested in treats and tuna but was too nervous to eat. She leans away at first when pet, but once pet she starts to warm up and slowly pushes up against my hand. She starts to purr and slowly gets up, walks over to me, and rubs against my body. She lifts her booty and tail in the air. She still seems wary of the environment and looks around with wide eyes, but her body is soft with petting. She even let me pick her up and hold her without issues. She just needs a slow approach. Missy interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems, but she does appear wary in the shelter. She'll likely need time to adjust to her new home and family. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for cat parents with either an average amount of cat experience or demonstrate a basic understanding of typical cat behavior.