Animal Profile
Ms. Moon
Hello, my name is Ms. Moon. My animal id is #56983. I am a desexed female black cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 3/13/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving - out of country.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Ms. moon as placed at risk due to behavior concerns; she is not thriving here in the shelter environment and is displaying fearful-distant behavior. We are recommending placement on an adult only home with an experienced cat adopter. Ms. Moon is otherwise healthy.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 10.3125 lbs
3/13/2019
[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:3y Microchip noted on Intake?y Microchip Number (If Applicable):981020021123435 History :o surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior -growling, hissing Evidence of Cruelty seen -n Evidence of Trauma seen -n Objective T = P =200 R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam:appear wnl H/L: NSR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G:female, spayed MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: healthy Prognosis:good Plan:no treatment
3/15/2019
HX: Gabapentin requested by feline behavior SO: QAR, withdrawn socially, fair appetite and unremarkable defecation Visual exam only MSI unremarkable No cough, sneeze or discharge noted A: Shelter setting anxiety P: 20mg/kg gabapentin PO BID
3/19/2019
Presented today for health certificate Hx: Is on gabapentin BID SO: Visual exam only BAR. No csvd. No discharge noted nasally or orally L: Eupneic, normal RR/RE MS: Unremarkable NEURO: A&A A: Visually healthy P: Ok to travel, health certificate signed Continue 20mg/kg gabapentin PO BID until out of shelter
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow
Moon was very vocal during intake, due to the owner information on the level of difficulty it takes getting her into a carrier,no handling was done to minimize her stress.
Date of Intake: 3/13/2019
Spay/Neuter status: Yes
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Moon is a 3 year old, DSH female who was spayed prior to coming into the shelter. She has no known health issues or injuries and last saw a vet two year ago. Moon was in her previous home for three years and was surrendered due to the owner moving.
Previously lived with:: 2 adults
How is this cat around strangers?: Moon is shy when meeting new people and will run to hide under the bed when guests enter.
How is this cat around children?: Moon has interacted with the owners grandchildren but will keep her distance from them. She will run and hide if they try to touch her.
How is this cat around other cats?: Moon has not spent time around cats before.
How is this cat around dogs?: Moon has not spent time around dogs before.
Behavior Notes: Moon does not allow his owner to pick her up or hold her. She does not allow the owner to bathe or or brush her, and it is very difficult to get her into a carrier.
Bite history:: None
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Moon is described as being playful, shy and independent. She has been an indoor cat, likes to play with soft toys and sleeps anywhere in the home. Moon eats both wet and dry food, is litter box trained using an uncovered box and uses any kind of litter. Moon did not use the scratching post she had in the home.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Ms. Moon Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 adults Behavior toward strangers: Moon is shy when meeting new people and will run to hide under the bed when guests enter. Behavior toward children: Moon has interacted with the owners grandchildren but will keep her distance from them. She will run and hide if they try to touch her. Behavior toward cats: Moon has not spent time around cats before. Behavior toward dogs: Moon has not spent time around dogs before. Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Medium Other notes: Moon is described as being playful, shy and independent. She has been an indoor cat, likes to play with soft toys and sleeps anywhere in the home. Moon eats both wet and dry food, is litter box trained using an uncovered box and uses any kind of litter. Moon did not use the scratching post she had in the home.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 03/14/19 Hiding behind her cat den when the assessor approaches her kennel she does not move when spoken to. When the kennel door opens she begins meowing Stressfully. She continues to vocalize when pet and remains tense and nervous. 03/17/19 Hiding in her cat den when the assessor approaches her kennel ms moon does not come out when spoken to or when the kennel door opens. She begins to vocalize stressfully when the assessor approaches her den. Gave her treats, sprayed feliway and left her alone due to stress.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Ms. Moon is hiding in her cat den as the assessor approaches her kennel.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Ms. Moon remains in her cat den when spoken to.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Ms. Moon stays in her den when the kennel door opens.
Reaction to touch:: Ms. Moon allows petting through portal of her den, but still remains tense, frozen and will grumble.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Skittish,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Ms. Moon 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 her 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: : Experienced, adult only
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Ms. Moon tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children.She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. She may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.