Animal Profile

Misty 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. Medically Misty is apparently healthy.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Misty 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. Medically Misty is apparently healthy. Misty is not open to interaction at this time and does not currently tolerate petting or handling. Because her previous owner reports she is affectionate in a home environment, we believe the behavior seen in the care center is shelter-specific and this cat would make a great pet, but is really struggling in the shelter environment. This cat is suitable for adopters with previous cat experience who are willing to work with a cat who needs time and patience to help her adjust to her new environment. 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 A volunteer writes: Misty is everything I love about cats. A decision making process I can't quite grasp, a definitive interest in his world and an inconsistent interest in me, he's just pretty perfect. Misty was brought to us in the summer when his guardian went into care and was no longer able to care for him. He was soon adopted and though it wasn't the right fit at the time, Misty keeps trying and so do we. He chirped out a hello when he saw me at the door, but ran back to his den when he saw me go to open it. Though I chose to interpret this as an unconventional invitation to admire from a distance, I also know that Misty is no fan of the Care Center and typically doesn't miss an opportunity to tell us as much. He's a curious fellow who likes to play with lasers, so as we sat for a while doing that I realized that Misty just wants someone to welcome him as he is.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 11.21875 lbs

Medical Notes

9/6/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-5 y/o based on dentition and appearance Microchip noted on Intake? scan negative History: Owner surrender Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior -hissing, swatting, lunging; elected to sedate using DKT (0.4ml total of premix bottle). Sufficient level of sedation achieved. Is there evidence of Cruelty? no Is there evidence of Neglect? no Is there evidence of Trauma? no Objective T = not taken P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, moderate brown waxy discharge in canals AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: mild tartar, gingivitis over upper arcades PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: 2 testes palpable MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: externally normal Wood's Lamp Exam: normal Assessment: 2-4 y/o MI DSH Otitis externa AU - suspected ear mites Prognosis: Good Plan: Ok for intake tasks Cleaned ears with Aurocin, applied a few drops of tresaderm into canal AU Applied Selarid to back of neck SURGERY: Okay for surgery

10/1/2025

Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by offsite vet. Medical record uploaded to Vet Documents. Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision. Spay/Neuter - ACCEPTED

10/13/2025

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2-5 y/o Microchip noted on Intake? scan positive History: Returns/DOH Subjective: BAR CAGESIDE/VISUAL EXAM ONLY Limited due to temperament Observed Behavior -hissing, swatting, lunging. Is there evidence of Cruelty? no Is there evidence of Neglect? no Is there evidence of Trauma? no Objective T = not taken P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean Oral Exam: Not performed PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: Eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Castrated male MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: externally normal Wood's Lamp Exam: normal Assessment: 2-4 y/o MN DSH Prognosis: Good Plan: DOH-Bite Hold SURGERY: Permanent waiver due to previous neuter

10/16/2025

[Panleukopenia/Parvovirus exposure - LOW RISK] Exposure date: 10/13/2025 Notes: Vaccinated prior to exposure/shedding date or previously altered/microchipped with suspected previous vaccine history. Considered low risk. No quarantine required.

10/21/2025

On 10/21/2025 at approximately 11:30 AM, Misty was examined. The patient has appropriate mentation at this time (no neurological signs present) and has not exhibited any neurological signs while at MACC. Hx: on DOH for biting/scratching a person QAR eent- no nasal and no ocular discharge hl- clear and eupneic msi- ambulatory x 4; bcs- 5/9 neuro- no apparent deficits A) no apparent neuropathy present P) consider removing from DOH observation

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 5. Red

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake the cat was very shut down and only stress meowed faintly. Staff was easily able to scan for mc, collar, pet and place in kennel.

Date of Intake: 8/29/2025

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

Basic Information:: Misty is a gray and white DSH cat who was surrendered to ACC due to her owner going into a nursing home.

Previously lived with:: 1 adult

How is this cat around strangers?: Shy and timid. Prefers contact on their own terms.

How is this cat around children?: No experience.

How is this cat around other cats?: Shy & timid.

How is this cat around dogs?: No experience.

Behavior Notes: Will stress meow when in a carrier, has never had their nails trimmed or their coat brushed and can sometimes struggle or squirm when picked up or held.

Bite history:: Misty has scratched her owner before

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

For a New Family to Know: Misty is a friendly and affectionate indoor cat who is shy, timid and prefers contact on their own terms. They enjoys spending most of their time in the kitchen of their home and scratching on wooden surfaces. Misty mostly eats wet food and is not picky with brands. They are accustomed to having access to an uncovered litterbox with clumping litter located in a quiet area of the home.

KNOWN HISTORY:: 10/18/25 Misty had 3 scratch incidents in the home. One incident, Misty was protecting food - In another incident, Misty was being pet and suddenly tensed and lunged. The last incident was being placed in the carrier. The adopters stated that Misty would give mixed signals throughout the adoption and they cannot handle it. ______________________________________________________ Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult Behavior toward strangers: Shy and timid. Prefers contact on their own terms. Behavior toward children: No experience. Behavior toward cats: Shy & timid. Behavior toward dogs: No experience. Bite or Scratch history: No bite/scratch history. Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Medium Other notes: Misty is a friendly and affectionate indoor cat who is shy, timid and prefers contact on their own terms. They enjoys spending most of their time in the kitchen of their home and scratching on wooden surfaces. Misty mostly eats wet food and is not picky with brands. They are accustomed to having access to an uncovered litterbox with clumping litter located in a quiet area of the home. Upon intake the cat was very shut down and only stress meowed faintly. Staff was easily able to scan for mc, collar, pet and place in kennel.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 9/23/25 FB20 Misty is inside his den low growling. He hisses when scratcher tool is reached towards den portal. He reaches to sniff tool and looks towards staff member with a tense face. When the tool moves closer, Misty hisses and swats at tool, growling. 10/14/25 FB61 In cat den upon approach, body and face neutral with her feet and tail tucked. I am unable to coax her out of her den at this time and she does not show immediate interest in the treats or catnip toy offered. She is tolerant of petting along her chin and cheeks with the scratcher tool today while tensing and tilting her ears. I keep hands-on interaction brief at this time to reduce stress. Inside of her den, Misty lays with her eyes dilated, forward ears and wide eyes; she fixates on the assessor as they speak and she starts to lip lick; she was has no reaction to the treats that are tossed near the the den opening but maintains her tense body with er back arched 10/21/25 FB06 As I opened the kennel door, Misty is in his den in a loaf position with wide eyes. As I offered the scratcher tool, He poked his head out, sniffed the scratcher and then poked his head back into the den. I then placed some crunchy treats on the tool and reintroduced it. He poked his head out again, gave a little sniff and a light swat. Dropping the treats, he began to eat them and I was able to pet him on the head with the scratcher and he was unbothered by it. 10/24/25 FB58 Out on the shelf with a neutral face and body, ears forward - he chirps and trills with when he sees me, but ducks into his den when the cage door is opened. Able to coax him back out of the den and to the cubby with a tray of squeeze ups.I attempt to clicker train for touch while eating but but is too wary, moving back into the den. I move the tray closer with the scratcher and I am able to sneak the tool over his head for clicker training. Able to pet for a bit and ducks back in and raises his paw. I end the interaction. 10/28/25 FB06 Misty was standing at the front of the kennel watching me making my way around the room. As I opened the door, he backed away and retreated to his den. As I offered him the scratcher he poked his head out and gave it a light swat. I then offered it to him with treats and took interest and sniffed. I then placed a tray of treats and he came out of the den to eat them. I pet him on the head and back with the tool and he gave butt lift when pet by his tail. After a few moments of continuous petting he let out a few short grumbles. 10/31/25 FB58 Out in his cage, trilling and open to interactions. He comes down and to the front of the cage on his own. I offer squeeze up through the door and he begins to eat. I am able to open the cubby door with him standing partly in the cubby as I begin sneaking the tool in to attempt to pet as he eats. He sniffs the tool and is initially wary but arches up as I begin to pet and accepts some pets before he starts to get overstimulated. GAN

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,New home adjustment period

Potential challenges comments:: Please see behavior flyer for more information.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New Hope Only

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home

Recommendations comments:: Adult only home due to previous home notes; please see 'known history' dated 10/18/25 for details.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: 9/04/25 Misty was hunched in the back of her kennel as the assessor approached, body and face tense with her tail wrapped tightly around her body and her pupils dilated. Misty hissed when spoken to and she began growling as the kennel door opened. As the assess-a-hand reached towards her she stress meowed loudly and swatted it multiple times. Misty's kennel had nothing in it and it appears as though she was about to receive her medical exam and may have experienced extensive handling resulting in an exaggerated stated of fear and stress at the time of her assessment. Pick up was not attempted at this time to reduce stress. 10/18/25 Misty is in inside of her den with wide eyes, forward ears and a tightly wrapped tail. She has no reaction when spoken to softly, but as soon as the scratcher tool is brought in she harshly reaches out and swat/strikes the assessor‘s hand with force. Misty can be heard low growling/hissing now with a tense body, arched back, hunched in shoulders and a tilted ear as the assessor holds the tool still with no movement. Misty continues to strike the tool multiple times while hissing and low growling and when the tool was brought close in attempt to contact, she turned her head and attempted to bite while striking it with force. Misty did not allow any further contact, and when the tool was attempted to be removed from the den, she strike it in multiple more times with force almost pulling it in the den with her while low growling and grumbling. 11/18/25 FB06 Upon approach, Misty was pacing back and forth at the front of the kennel with a loose body, forward ears and quite chatty, soliciting attention. As the kennel door was opened, Misty nudged the assessor's hand for pets. She allowed petting on her head and cheek as she leaned in. The assessor gave Misty a tray with crunch treats and squeeze up, very treat motivated. Misty allowed for all petting head to tail, raising her tail up, as she enjoyed her treats for a few minutes. When she was close to finishing the treats the assessor switched to using the scratcher as she does get overstimulated. She continued to allow petting with the tool head to tail but when the assessor was ending the interaction, Misty jumped up and gave a few light swats at the assessors hand. Misty is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. She has tried to swat/ scratch/bite/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.