Animal Profile
Ginger
Hello, my name is Ginger. My animal id is #68469. I am a desexed female brown tabby cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 7/8/2019, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving - no pets allowed.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Ginger is at risk for behavior concerns. She tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. There are no medical concerns at this time.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 9.25 lbs
7/8/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2y Microchip noted on Intake? no History : owner surrender Subjective: BARH, normal appetite, no elimination concerns Observed Behavior - swatting and trying to bite without previous indication Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = wnl BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: unremarkable adult dentition PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: female spayed, no leakage or discharge MSI: Ambulatory x 4, fleas noted, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: visually normal Assessment fleas Prognosis: excellent Plan: capstar 1 tab PO once SURGERY: spayed
7/14/2019
Per feline behavior, start gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID for shelter anxiety.
7/18/2019
Progress exam History : Intake 7/8/19-fleas, gave capstar 7/14-started on gabapentin for shelter anxiety Subjective: BAR. Cage exam. Objective EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Normal RR/RE, eupneic MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Prognosis: Excellent Plan: CTM while at BACC Continue gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID Ok to travel, HC signed
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Upon intake Ginger was meowing loud and did not allow any handling. When taken out the carrier , she began to hissed and ran back in the carrier. No handling was done. Counselor was unable to collar and take a photo.
Date of Intake: 7/8/2019
Spay/Neuter status: Yes
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Ginger is approximately 2 years old. She is an altered female. she was surrendered to BACC due to the owner moving and is unable to take the cat with her.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult and 2 kids.
How is this cat around strangers?: Owner stated Ginger is friendly and outgoing around strangers.
How is this cat around children?: Owner stated Ginger lived with 2 children ages 1 and 6 years old. She is relaxed, affectionate, respectful and usually tolerant around them.
How is this cat around other cats?: owner stated Ginger has not lived with any cats. It is unknown of her behavior with them.
How is this cat around dogs?: Owner stated Ginger has not lived with any dogs. It is unknown of her behavior with them.
Behavior Notes: scratches furniture and hides in fear when she do not know the person walking in the house.
Bite history:: none
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
For a New Family to Know: Owner stated Ginger is a friendly, affectionate, playful, shy, mellow , talkative and independent cat. She like to fetch balls and play with strings, catnip and laser pointer toys. She is indoors only cat. She has never been groomed so it is unknown of the behavior. she eats both wet and dry food twice a day. she also likes to eat temptation treats. She is litter box trained. She uses a hooded litter box and clumping litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult and 2 Children Behavior toward strangers: Owner stated Ginger is friendly and outgoing around strangers. Behavior toward children: Owner stated Ginger lived with 2 children ages 1 and 6 years old. She is relaxed, affectionate, respectful and usually tolerant around them. Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: No bite history Litter box training: Yes, She uses a hooded litter box and clumping litter. Energy level/descriptors: Medium Other notes: Owner stated Ginger is a friendly, affectionate, playful, shy, mellow , talkative and independent cat. She like to fetch balls and play with strings, catnip and laser pointer toys. She eats both wet and dry food twice a day. She also likes to eat temptation treats.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 7/8/19 swatting and trying to bite without previous indication
Reaction to assessor:: Ginger watches the assessor carefully from the back of the kennel, laying sideways and facing front.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Ginger remains tense and gives a hiss.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Ginger pulls back slightly and hisses.
Reaction to touch:: As the assessor approaches with the scratcher tool and treats Ginger hisses repeatedly and pulls back more. Upon being touched she stops hissing, squints her eyes, and her ears go sideways. When the assessor pulls back she begins hissing again.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
CHARACTER TYPE: : Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful
Potential challenges comments:: Ginger 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 him/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: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Ginger tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.