KNOWN HISTORY:: Indoor Previously lived with: 2 adults 50+ years, other cat Behavior toward strangers: Curious Behavior toward children: No experience Behavior toward cats: Friendly & Outgoing, Plays gently Behavior toward dogs: No experience Bite or Scratch history: No bite history Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Very High Other notes: If they hiss, growl, swat, or bite - these behaviors are usually: Defensive How this cat reacts when someone... - Trims their nails: Struggles or squirms - Brushes their coat: Enjoys - Picks up/holds: Struggles or squirms - Places them in a carrier: Unbothered Description of this cat most of the time: Friendly, Affectionate, Very active & Playful, Talkative Areas the cat had access to: Indoors Where the cat spent most time: Where people are How the cat likes to play: Plays rough - bites skin, Chases and pounces on toys, Likes things that crinkle, Chases bugs or moths How often the cat got interactive playtime: Multiple times per month This cat likes to scratch on: Rough rope, Cardboard, Carpet/Fabric, Vertical surface Previous owner's favorite things about the cat: He's cute, he's a lap cat. He's such a little boy, vary playful. Behavior issues noted: "Plays rough (mouthy, grabs, claws out), Scratches furniture, Has too much energy Type of food the cat eats: Dry food Brands of food: Meow mix, Friskies Favorite treats: Curry chicken bisque.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 9/24/26 FB73 Did a bonded test for Papa 066010 and Noah 266011. When placing them face to face from within their dens for a visual test, Papa stays in the back of the den, laying down tense and observing the handler wide eyed, not reacting to Noah. Noah immediately comes forward to sniff at him, appearing interested. When they portal door is opened, Noah comes out of the den, leaning into the den that Papa is in to sniff him before exploring his kennel. Noah does seem more relaxed with Papa present and is more open to exploring the room, spending more time outside of the den, but he will tense and retreat back into his den when the handler approaches the kennel. Papa remains in his den throughout the interaction and does not move. Later in the day, the handler separates them by closing the portal door. Papa and Noah remain tense in their dens. When approached later on and opening the portal door, Papa still remains frozen in his spot inside of the den, but Noah once again leans forward to sniff him before exploring the other kennel. The handler leaves the room and comes back to check on them later on, and both cats are in their own dens in opposite kennels. 9/27/26 Vol. Noah was curled up, sleeping on top of den. Woke when approached, leaned forward to sniff a cup of Temptations and squeeze-up, then ate. Papa was resting in den. Stood up when given a cup of Temptations and squeeze-up, but didn't eat. Noah cautiously came halfway off the den to sniff my fingers, then hissed, but continued sniffing curiously. Then stuck his head in the den and ate Papa's treats (rude!). Papa looked on, a bit sullen. Noah came forward for more treats and allowed head scratches while eating, but pulled away when finished. Noah was easily coaxed to the other side of the kennel with more treats and cut off. Gave Papa more squeeze-up, but he still didn't eat and backed away from the portal further into the den.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Curious,Timid

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,New home adjustment period

Potential challenges comments:: See relevant behavior flyers.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3

RECOMMENDATIONS:: No young children

Recommendations comments:: Noah has been fearful during his stay at the care center and may display defensive behaviors when he is uncomfortable in new situations. His prior owner also states that he has a tendency to rough play and may use teeth or claws. No children under 13.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Noah is laying in his den, pupils dilated and body tense as the assessor approaches. When the kennel door is opened and the den cover is slowly lifted, he sits upright and observes the assessor. He is spoken to softly and petting is attempted with the click stick, and Noah leans away and hisses to avoid contact. The assessor gives him a moment to settle before continuing to interaction, offering some squeeze up on the tool. He hesitantly leans forward to sniff it before quickly beginning to eat it, eating all of it. The assessor places some squeeze up on a tray outside of the portal exit of the den, and with a lot of coaxing Noah slowly exits the den to eat the squeeze up. He is tolerant of petting on the head and cheeks with the tool as he eats but does look up with wide eyes and tense as he is pet. Pickup is not attempted due to observed behavior. Noah tolerates attention and petting but appears fearful or stressed in the shelter. He may be a little more independent and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. 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.