Animal Profile


Quarter

Hello, my name is Quarter. My animal id is #17952. I am a female black cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 7 months old.

I came into the shelter as a stray on 1/9/2018.

Reserved

Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.

Quarter is at risk for medical concerns. Quarter has an open femoral fracture and multiple pelvic fractures causing neuropathy of hind end. Recommend orthopedic consult for repair/salvage options. Quarter was calm, relaxed and allows all handling.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 4.26 lbs

1/9/2018

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~7months Microchip noted on Intake? no History : Stray Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - Attention seeking, allows all handling, kneading during exam Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen - Yes Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: Teeth clean, pink mm PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Female MSI: Ambulatory x 4, open fracture of left femur, bone dried out, surrounding wound healed around bone, bears weight/drags right hind paw, callous at dorsal right hind paw, muscle wasted at hind end, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: mentation appropriate - decreased anal and vaginal tone Assessment: Old open fracture of left femur, suspect caudal nerve damage due to decreased anal and vaginal tone and knuckling of right hind paw Plan: Radiographs pending. Simbadol 0.2ml SQ given. Continue to monitor while at BACC. Rec surgical consult for repair options Prognosis: Fair/Poor SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to injury to left leg/hind end

1/9/2018

Lateral and VD pelvic: Complete transverse open fracture of distal left femur at epiphysis Left sided SI luxation Complete transverse fracture just proximal to right acetabulum Complete fracture of pubis Unable to visualize right femoral head Significant callous/mineralization formation at all fracture sites Pelvic canal appears clear of bony fragments Normal stool in colon

1/10/2018

Monitor condition S/O: BARH. Active, attention seeking, allows all handling. Excellent appetite. Clean litter (cleaned this AM). EENT: Teeth clean, pink mm, eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge, ears WNL HL: Normal thoracic auscultation ABD: Soft, non tender MSI: Open fracture, distal Left femur exposed, bone is dry, skin completely healed around bone, no signs of infection at this time, no swelling; callous over right hind dorsal paw; ambulatory x 4, knuckles over on right hind, muscle wasted in hind end UG: Female A: Old injuries - multiple pelvic fractures, open fracture of left femur P: Continue with current treatment and monitoring plan. Rec orthopedic consult for repair/salvage options

1/11/2018

Progress exam History : Stray intake 1/9. Given simbadol. Lateral and VD pelvic: Complete transverse open fracture of distal left femur at epiphysis Left sided SI luxation Complete transverse fracture just proximal to right acetabulum Complete fracture of pubis Unable to visualize right femoral head Significant callous/mineralization formation at all fracture sites Pelvic canal appears clear of bony fragments Normal stool in colon Subjective: BARH. No csvd. No bm noted. Normal u in box. Able to stand and walk on own but is dragging RHL and has decreased anal tone. Open fracture RHL femur that has healed skin over with no active d/c. Chronic fractures. Eating when stimulated-appears to be a social eater. Very friendly and purring, making biscuits during exam. Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition, no oral ulcers PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic, purring ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, bladder small and soft, able to palpate pelvic fractures U/G: FI, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c MSI: Ambulatory x 4, open fracture of left femur with skin forming over open fracture and no d/c, knuckled over on RHL but bears weight-has hair loss and beginning of pressure wound on dorsal paw, cachexia, skin free of parasites, no masses noted CNS: mentation appropriate - decreased anal tone Assessment: Old open fracture of left femur Right acetabular fracture Left SI luxation Pubic fracture Suspect caudal nerve damage due to decreased anal and vaginal tone and knuckling of right hind paw Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Rec surgical consult for repair options Ok to d/c simbadol-old fractures and does not seem to be in pain Due to decreased anal and vaginal tone as well as severity of fractures, EHR is recommended at this time. She would need extensive surgical repair and it is unlikely that surgery is an option for her due to the extensive damage. NH will not be seeking placement. Prognosis: Guarded

1/12/2018

Monitor condition - old but severe injuries S/O: BARH. Active, attention seeking, very affectionate, allows all handling. Excellent appetite EENT: Pink mm, eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge HL: No sneezing MSI: Ambulatory x 4; open femoral fracture of left limb, protruding bone cranially, completely dried out, surrounding skin healed around bone, no signs of infection; knuckles over on right hind paw, thick callous of dorsal paw UG: Female A: Open L femoral fracture, multiple pelvic fractures causing neuropathy of hind end -- radiographs suggest injuries are several weeks old, kitten has been compensating very well. Stable condition at this time P: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Rec orthopedic consult for repair/salvage options

1/14/2018

Progress exam History : Stray intake 1/9. Given simbadol. Lateral and VD pelvic: Complete transverse open fracture of distal left femur at epiphysis Left sided SI luxation Complete transverse fracture just proximal to right acetabulum Complete fracture of pubis Unable to visualize right femoral head Significant callous/mineralization formation at all fracture sites Pelvic canal appears clear of bony fragments Normal stool in colon Subjective: BARH. No csv but has several spots of bm in cage. Normal u in box. Eating well-appears to be a social eater. Very friendly and purring, seems comfortable. Objective P = WNL R = WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic, purring ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c MSI: Ambulatory x 4 knuckled over and dragging RHL with thick callus on dorsal paw, open fracture of left femur with skin forming over open fracture and no d/c, cachexia, skin free of parasites, no masses noted CNS: mentation appropriate -see above Assessment: Old open fracture of left femur Right acetabular fracture Left SI luxation Pubic fracture Suspect caudal nerve damage due to decreased anal and vaginal tone and knuckling of right hind paw Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC. Rec surgical consult for salvage repair but may not be a surgical candidate Start metronidazole 15mg/kg PO BID x5d until 1/19 Prognosis: Guarded

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 1. Green

No handling was done cat was rushed to medical.

Spay/Neuter status: Unknown

Basic Information:: Quarter looks to be a 7 month old black female cat that was found injured on the street and brought to the ACC as a stray.

If yes, Please elaborate:: Unknown information

Previously lived with:: Unknown information

How is this cat around strangers?: When meeting the staff at the ACC for the first time Quarter was friendly and outgoing.

How is this cat around children?: Unknown information

How is this cat around other cats?: Unknown information

How is this cat around dogs?: Unknown information

Behavior Notes: Unknown information

Bite history:: Unknown information

Energy level/descriptors:: Unknown information

Medical Notes: Unknown information

For a New Family to Know: Unknown information

KNOWN HISTORY:: Quarter was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to her behavior in her previous home.

MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 01/09/18 Attention seeking, allows all handling, kneading during exam

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 01/10/18 Leaning against kennel door and purring as I approach. Allows all petting while leaning in, rolling over and purring. Very sweet, constantly soliciting attention. Doing well behaviorally despite injury!

Cage Condition:: Cage is recently cleaned

Reaction to assessor:: Quarter was relaxed and rolling around soliciting attention at the front of the kennel.

Reaction when softly spoken to:: Quarter purrs and rubs her entire body up against the kennel door.

Reaction to cage door opening:: Quarter is calm and relaxed.

Reaction to touch:: Quarter rolls over on her side, continues purring and gives head butts. She's incredibly affectionate and allows petting all over.

Reaction to being picked up:: Quarter was calm, relaxed and allows all handling.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Lively

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Sweet,Affectionate,Easy going

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: None

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Beginner

Behavior Asilomar: H - Healthy

RECOMMENDATIONS:: None

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Quarter interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat can go to a beginner home.