Animal Profile

Zooble is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. He has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.

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What my friends at ACC say about me: My history is a mystery and my friends here do not know much about me yet! I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. Due to the detailed behavior issues, this animal is only available for foster/adoption through one of ACC's New Hope Partners. If you are interested in adopting or fostering, please fill out the pre-screener form. This animal is not directly available for adoption through ACC and is only available by completing the pre-screener form.Adoption inquiries sent directly to ACC will not receive a response. Pre-Screener Form

My medical notes are...

Weight: 6.8 lbs

Medical Notes

6/18/2026

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: approx 3-7 years based on dentition and conformation Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negativ e History: stray Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - in den, trashing, swatting, hissing, growling, sedation as precaution Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? N Objective: T = np P = wnl R = wnl BCS 4.5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild wear and staining to dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI, two scrotal testes MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: APH Prognosis: good Plan: intake exam and tasks sedated with 0.1mL dex/torb/ket IM - adequate sedation achieved reversed with equal vol antisedan IM awaiting sort SURGERY: Okay for surgery: Y

6/24/2026

Pre-Op Exam S/O: BAR, no c/s/v/d noted EENT: No ocular or nasal discharge noted Lungs: Eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort ABD: No obvious distention MSI: Ambulatory x 4, no notable lameness CNS: Mentation appropriate A: Appears to be suitable candidate for anesthesia, ASA status I P: Accepted for surgery - spay/neuter today Was this cat a Cryptorchid? no If so, describe surgical process: Routine Feline Neuter Self tie of spermatic cord Green Linear Tattoo Placed near Midline Surgeon: 990665 Additional Note:

6/25/2026

[Post Surgical Exam] Attitude/demeanor: QAR] Appetite: [eating well] C/S/V/D: [none] Incision site: [no swelling, bruising, or bleeding; sutures appear intact] Pain level: [appears comfortable] Licking, chewing, or biting surgical site noted: [no] Additional notes:

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 4. Orange

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

KNOWN HISTORY:: Zooble was brought in as a stray, there is no known information on their behavior history in a home environment. Upon intake, they were fearful but allowed staff to scan and place in a den. Was not collared due to FAS.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 6/23/26 FB25 Zooble is inside of his den, out of sight. I slowly open the door and he can be heard grumbling and low growling, which gets louder as I approach. I talk softly to him and place a dish of squeeze up in the kennel, using a scratcher to slide it in front of the opening. He doesn't escalate but I don't push further, he still needs some time. 6/25/26 FB79 Inside of the den, Zooble stands with a tense body, low tucked tail and his ears flat to his head; when i spoke to him he remained focused on me with wide dilated eyes and when i attempted to bring the tool in he quickly darted out of the den and lunged towards me. I was able to stop him with the tool and ended the interaction. Zooble could still be heard hissing, lunging and swatting from inside of the den after i closed the kennel door and stepped away to the other side of the room.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Timid

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,New home adjustment period

Potential challenges comments:: Please see relevant behavior flyers.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New Hope Only

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home

Recommendations comments:: Due to Zooble's behavior during evaluation and having no prior history of their behavior in a home environment, we recommend an adult only home.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: 6/18/26 Upon approach, Zooble is inside of their den with their face peeking out. They have wide, dilated eyes and gives the assessor a hard stare, not returning slow blinking. They are curled up with a tight body and can be heard low growling. When the assessor inches in a scratcher tool with squeeze up on it, Zooble remains frozen. When squeeze up is left on the side of the den, they do lean forward to sniff it, but do not take it. After a few moments of being spoken to softly, they return a slow blink. When the scratcher tool approaches them again, their eyes widen and there is more growling. They tolerate petting on their head and sides of the face. When the scratcher is run along their body, they growl louder, stand and quickly move out of reach, farther into the den. No pick up is attempted due to high FAS. 6/29/26 Upon approach, Zooble is hidden away in his den. When the kennel door is opened, he can be heard low growling. The growling increases in volume as the assessor speaks softly to him. When a scratcher is slowly brought toward the den entrance, he sticks his paw out and swats at it repeatedly. The assessor is not able to run it along his body. He hisses at the assessor and when they are able to glimpse his face, his eyes are extremely dilated. Zooble appears extremely fearful and is currently showing increased defensive behaviors as he settles in to the shelter. Zooble is displaying behaviors that may require further investigation before placement in a home. He has tried to swat and 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.