Animal Profile
Fancy
Hello, my name is Fancy. My animal id is #226045. I am a desexed female gray tabby cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 11 months 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 5/1/2025, with the surrender reason stated as person health - medical.
Fancy is on the at-risk list due to behavior. She is not thriving in the care center and is deteriorating in the Adoptions room. She used to tolerate all petting and handling but now escalates to defensive behaviors during interactions. Due to her stress levels, it is in her best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. She would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give her plenty of time and space and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Fancy is on the at-risk list due to behavior. She is not thriving in the care center and is deteriorating in the Adoptions room. She used to tolerate all petting and handling but now escalates to defensive behaviors during interactions. Due to her stress levels, it is in her best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. She would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give her plenty of time and space and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers. A volunteer writes: Little Fancy seems to have been a joy to own. A cute 10 month old gal, playful, affectionate, friendly to all(she lived with 3 cats and 2 kittens), loving to be carried and brushed...She was all what a youngster should be! Sadly, her owner became unable to care for her and her sibling, Bull and they were brought to the Manhattan Care Center. When I first met Fancy, she was just a little bit shy. Somehow, the shelter environment got to her and she was just a bit "blue" and frozen in her kennel...The good girl transpired through it all though and one could see that she appreciated very much petting and sweet words. Somehow, she went back to square one and instead of feeling more and more entrusted, she became more fearful again. I was able to pet her yesterday(6/17) while she was eating high value food but I knew that she was not trusting me fully...Fancy is so pretty and petite, a lovely kitten with a long life in front of her. You could make such a difference by giving her a home and the chance to have once again the warmth and the love she so much needs to bloom into the lovely flower she was , once upon a time... I have lived with cats in my previous home. Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy! I have been known to shower my favorite people in love! I am a cat that is in need of a lap! I can't wait to be your new lap cat. I am finding the shelter a little overwhelming, but when it's just you and me and some peace and quiet you'll see what a love bug I am. I can be slow to adjust to new environments. I prefer to take things at my own pace.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 6.4 lbs
5/2/2025
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: reported 9-10m exam agrees Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative History: Owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - Tense, but allows all handling for exam and tasks Evidence of Cruelty seen -no Evidence of Neglect seen-no Evidence of Trauma seen -no Objective T = P =wnl R =wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears AU brown flaky dc, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: clean adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, suspect pregnant on palpation U/G: female intact MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: normal external Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment ear mites pregnant-early/mid Prognosis: good Plan: intake tasks recommend to prioritize OHE, suspect early pregnancy on palpation FAST TRACK CANDIDATE SURGERY: Okay for surgery
5/6/2025
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by offsite vet. Medical record uploaded to Vet Documents. Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision. Start 0.1ml Meloxicam 1.5mg/ml sid po x2 days as pain management
5/7/2025
Post Surgical Exam Attitude/demeanor: BAR, tense on top of den, crouched body position with airplane ears, dilated pupils Appetite: all food untouched in trays C/S/V/D: none Incision site: no hemorrhage or discharge visible on bedding Pain level: appears comfortable Licking, chewing, or biting surgical site noted: no Additional notes: none *CTM appetite on rounds *High FAS, recommend move to Adopts in quieter kennel *Recommend repeat Selamectin in 1 month
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Upon intake, Fancy Upon intake, Fancy was eager to come out the carrier. She allowed staff to scan for MC and collar. She was unbothered when picked up/held. Her food and water appeared untouched.
Spay/Neuter status: No
Date of Intake: 5/1/2025
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
If yes, Please elaborate:: Noted none.
Basic Information:: Fancy is a 9 month old, female, not spayed, not declawed, DSH with no injuries or health problems noted. She has not received any veterinary care. Her previous owner bred her at home and surrendered her due to a medical reason.
Previously lived with:: 1 Adult, 3 Cats, 2 Kittens
How is this cat around strangers?: Noted to be hide initially.
How is this cat around children?: No experience.
How is this cat around other cats?: Noted to be tolerant, friendly, outgoing and plays gently with the 3 other cats and 2 kittens he lived with, including Bull A# 226044.
How is this cat around dogs?: No experience.
Behavior Notes: Fancy nails have never been trimmed. She enjoys having her coat brushed and being picked up/held. She is unbothered when placed in a carrier.
Bite history:: Noted none.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: Noted none.
For a New Family to Know: Fancy is described as a friendly, affectionate, very active, and playful. At times, Fancy can be a quiet lap cat. She had access to inside her previous home and spent most of her time at the window. She gets interactive playtime twice a day and plays gently. She likes to play with balls that have the bells inside and things that crinkle. She scratches on a rough rope surface. She eats Fancy Feast, dry food, with a little bit of water. She likes Delectable treats. She had access to three uncovered litterboxes, with Fresh Step litter, that were located in the hallway of her previous home.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Indoor Cat Previously lived with: 1 Adult, 3 Cats, 2 Kittens Behavior toward strangers: hides initially Behavior toward children: No experience Behavior toward cats: tolerant, friendly, outgoing and plays gently Behavior toward dogs: No experience Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, she had access to three uncovered litterboxes, with Fresh Step litter, that were located in the hallway of her previous home Energy level/descriptors: Medium energy Other notes: Fancy is described as a friendly, affectionate, very active, and playful. At times, Fancy can be a quiet lap cat. She had access to inside her previous home and spent most of her time at the window. She gets interactive playtime twice a day and plays gently. She likes to play with balls that have the bells inside and things that crinkle. She scratches on a rough rope surface. She eats Fancy Feast, dry food, with a little bit of water. She likes Delectable treats. Fancy nails have never been trimmed. She enjoys having her coat brushed and being picked up/held. She is unbothered when placed in a carrier. Upon intake: Fancy Upon intake, Fancy was eager to come out the carrier. She allowed staff to scan for MC and collar. She was unbothered when picked up/held. Her food and water appeared untouched.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Calm,Sweet,Curious
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Other,New home adjustment period
Potential challenges comments:: Fancy is pregnant at the time of the evaluation. It is possible that her behavior may change when she is no longer pregnant.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 2
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: 05/04/2025: Fancy is a shy, calm, and sweet cat. She was lying down with her front limbs extended on top of the den, focused on the assessor with a neutral body and eyes. She sniffs treats offered and allows petting on the head. She leans in for cheek rubs and rolls on to her side when stroking her body. She switches between lying down with her front limbs extended and in loaf position when receiving more petting and cheek rubs. The assessor attempts to coax her to climb down but she is unsure. During pick up, she is calm but tenses up a little when lifted to the ceiling of the kennel. After placing her back down, she continues to tolerate more petting and attention. 06/04/2025: Fancy was sitting on top of her den when the assessor approached. She immediately hissed and swatted at the assessor. Her ears were flat and she stressed meowed and hissed during the interaction. Fancy was not interested in treats or petting from the assessor during this interaction. Fancy interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for cat parents with either an average amount of cat experience and demonstrate a basic understanding of typical cat behavior.