Copper
Hello, my name is Copper. My animal id is #26608. I am a desexed male black cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 3 years old.
I came into the shelter as a aco impound on 4/30/2018, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- landlord won't allow (nycha).
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Copper has displayed fearful behavior during his stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Due to this behavior he is being placed at risk. There are no medical concerns for Copper at this time.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 13.34 lbs
5/2/2018
Administered 0.2mls Butorphanol 10mg/ml, 0.2mls Dexdomitor 0.5mg/ml IM @ 12:40pm for sedated intake examination. 0.2mls of Antisedan 5mg/ml @ 1:40pm. Patient recovered without incident.
5/2/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:3 years Microchip noted on Intake?neg Microchip Number (If Applicable): History : Subjective:BAR Observed Behavior -growls, lunges when approached; good appetite; sedated with 0.2 ml torb/0.2 ml dexdomitor IM for exam Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, AU-mild waxy discharge, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:mm pk, moist; mild tartar/staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: eupnic, clear lung sounds, no murmurs/arrhythmias 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:grossly normal Assessment 1. Healthy Prognosis:good Plan: -monitor overall health while in care center SURGERY: Okay for surgery
5/5/2018
Presurgical exam and sx notes: *limited to visual exam prior to sedation due to aggressive/fractious behavior** BAR BCS 7/9 - slight sneeze observed - amb x 4 - mentation appropriate – no signs of neurologic abnormalities Under sedation: - hydrated EENT: clean/clear Oral Exam: nsf PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic; nsf ABD: soft abdomen, no masses palpated U/G: intact male MSI: skin free of parasites, small spot of alopecia on medial left thigh with small abrasion, no masses noted, no obvious signs of injury/trauma Rectal: externally normal A: ok for surgery Sx notes: Routine Neuter => Testes exteriorized on R and L sides by scrotal incision over each testicle; each spermatic cord was auto-ligated and each testicle was excised distal to the ligature; scrotal incisions are left open to drain and heal by second intention; a green-ink tattoo was placed at the caudal abdomen/inguinal region lateral to midline and covered with tissue adhesive
5/5/2018
Anesthesia Summary: Feline Neuter Pre Medication/Induction: Ketamine 100mg/mL injectable, __0.6___mL IM Dexdomitor 0.5mg/mL injectable, _0.12___mL IM Butorphanol 10mg/mL injectable, _0.06__mL, IM Anesthesia Notes: (Add any ET tube size, type of breathing circuit and breathing bag size here as well as notes about intraoperative emergency drugs/why you gave them, or other notable items here) Pet did not require intubation or IV catheter for procedure. NSAID: Robenacoxib 20mg/mL injectable, __0.6_mL, SQ, once, for post-operative pain relief. Given post operatively. Other: (State all additional medications during the pet’s peri-operative period) Simbadol 1.8mg/mL injectable, __0.8_mL SQ, once, for post-operative pain relief, given post-operatively. Recovery Status (Note “Uneventful” or “Other” and describe): Uneventful Anesthetist/Surgical Monitor (P#’s): __0811____/___1154___
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
KNOWN HISTORY:: Copper was brought in with limited owner information, so we cannot speak to his behavior in his previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 5/2/18 Observed Behavior -growls, lunges when approached
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 5/1/18 Resting on bedding towards back, soft eyes and body. Became alert when door opened, eyes dilated, hissed. Shifted back from attempted touch, hissed, growled, struck assess-a-hand. Hunched in place after door closed, still growling quietly. 5/3/18 In den on approach, peeking through holes with dilated eyes. Turned head away when spoken to, hunched down. Struck interior den wall when door opened, tried to strike assess-a-hand when offered treats.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Copper rests in his cat den, looking at assessor with dilated eyes.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Copper turns head away.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Copper growls and strikes the inside of his den.
Reaction to touch:: Copper tries to strike the assess-a-hand.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Copper has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and has displayed distance-increasing behavior with extended handling. Fear aggression can occur when a cat perceives a threat and may escalate if they cannot escape. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide him with the chance to move closer, investigate, or interact with you. Be sure to offer incentive such as treats or play time whenever the cat makes a small positive step. Please speak to an adoption counselor for additional information on methods to desensitize your cat to their fear stimulus.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New hope only
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: None
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Copper is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. He has tried to swat, is extremely fearful in the shelter environment and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.