Animal Profile
Rory
Hello, my name is Rory. My animal id is #224589. I am a female orange tabby cat at the Queens Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a stray on 4/14/2025.
Rory is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. She is an underweight, senior cat with suspected kidney disease. She will need follow up vet care with placement. Behaviorally, she allows handling and is very sweet.
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. Rory is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. She is an underweight, senior cat with suspected kidney disease. She will need follow up vet care with placement. Behaviorally, she allows handling and is very sweet. Meet Rory! This furry feline came to ACC as a stray, so we don't have much information about her. While in care - she seems to prefer quieter settings with less traffic. She has allowed all handling from staff during her stay with us - and even solicited attention during her handling assessment.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 6.21 lbs
4/17/2025
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 8 yr Microchip noted on Intake? negative History:stray Subjective:stray Observed Behavior -docile Is there evidence of Cruelty?none Is there evidence of Neglect?none Is there evidence of Trauma?none Objective QAR moderate hydration P = WNL R = WNL BCS 3/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: generalzied mild staining and tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD:ery doughy U/G: nospay scar seen MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal:not performed Assessment severely muscle wasted / dehydrated Azotemia hypokalemia hyperglobulinemia CRD r/o with acute phase ( UTI) Prognosis:fair Plan: CBC HCT 31%, NEUT 7.73, PLT 0.40 CHEM: BUN 85, CREAT 3.4, K 2.4, GLOB 5.4 T4 1.4 LRS 100ml SC B12 1ml SC Convenia Continue LRS 75ml SC SID until directed otherwise alert NH SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to underweight/unthrifty
4/17/2025
It is the policy of ACC not to perform surgery on any animal over the age of 8-10 years due to the higher risks incurred in a shelter setting. The veterinarian is hereby issuing a permanent spay/neuter waiver, from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY due to the estimated age of this animal. ACC does recommend you consult with your veterinarian to determine if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
4/19/2025
S/O: Very sweet lady; eating all of wet food. BAR, pink mm. Mildly prolonged skin tent. No v/d/c/s. Eupneic, no ocular or nasal discharge. A: CKD - stable P: seek placement, will need continued supportive care incl. fluids, wet/prescription food to manage CKD.
4/22/2025
Recheck azotemia, emaciation; given convenia and Vit B12 at intake and started on SQF SID S/O: QAR, allows handling, lifts butt when petting along back Appetite reported to be good, food in kennel appears untouched No c/s/v/d noted EENT: Sunken OU, no nasal or ocular discharge ORAL: mm pink, tacky; moderate tartar, some missing teeth LUNGS: Eupneic MSI: Diffuse muscle wasting, poor BCS A: Senior cat Emaciation Azotemia Hypokalemia Dental disease P: Collect urine for UA Seek placement ASAP - patient in poor condition with suspected chronic disease; will need follow up veterinary care and close monitoring for improvement/weight gain
4/23/2025
Recheck, UA results S/O: BAR at front of kennel, ate some dry food overnight, no c/s/v/d noted, no ocular or nasal discharge, eupneic. UA (cysto): USG 1.014, NOSF A: Azotemia, low USG - consistent with chronic kidney disease Emaciation Dehydration Dental disease Senior cat P: Continue SQ LRS and recheck bloodwork tomorrow (one week of fluids) Seek placement for continued care, kidney disease is chronic, progressive disease in cats; will need regular vet visits and monitoring. CTM while at QACC
4/24/2025
Send out CBC/CHEM /// Blood collected
4/25/2025
P is QAR, sleeping in kennel, perks up when approached, no c/s/v/d appreciated, euhydrated. CBC: anemia (19.5) lymphopenia (0.72) CHEM: H SDMA (17) Azotemic (52) sl hypochloremia (112) A. Anemia, non regenerative, decreased from BW 4/17 Azotemic - improved from 4/17 (85, elevated creat) P. CTM in med ICU Con't SID fluids Seek placement, p would benefit from work up and follow up care at full service veterinary hospital. Recheck in 2 days
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, cat allowed staff to pick up, collar, and scan for microchip while leaning into pets.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Rory was brought in as a stray, there is no known information on her behavior history in a home environment.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Sweet,Affectionate,People oriented,Easy going,Curious
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 1
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Rory was lying in her cat den as the assessor approached, body and face completely hidden from view. Rory did not respond when spoken to or as the kennel door opened. When the assessor lifted Rory's den cover she was able to see that Rory's body and face was tense, her feet and tail tucked and her eyes wide. Rory tolerated petting from within the den while turning her head to watch the scratcher tool and remaining otherwise still and tense. Rory shows no signs of escalating further and pick up was not attempted at this time to reduce stress. 4/18/25 Rory was in the pre-exam room yesterday, which is much louder with a higher amount of foot traffic. Today when Rory interacted with the assessor in the more peaceful feline ICU, she allowed all petting and handling. Rory was in her cat den as the assessor approached, body and face relaxed and ears forward. Rory made eye contact with a soft expression when spoken to and she remained calm as the kennel door opened. Rory allowed petting along her head and body while leaning in, purring like a pigeon and kneading with one paw. Rory could not be coaxed out of her den however she showed no signs of escalation when pressure was applied to her belly. Rory interacts with the assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.