Animal Profile
Jeremy
Hello, my name is Jeremy . My animal id is #54245. 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 stray on 2/6/2019.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Jeremy was placed at risk due to behavioral concerns; she is not thriving in the shelter and is displaying fearful/distant behavior. we are recommending Jeremy to go Home with an experienced cat owner at this time based on his behavior. Jeremy is apparently Healthy.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 10 lbs
2/7/2019
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: ~2-3 years Microchip noted on Intake? negative History : stray Subjective: BARH Observed Behavior - allowed PE with some grumbling but once she saw other cats she started growling, hissing, and trying to strike. Placed in net for medical procedures and she was striking even more. Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective P = wnl R = eupneic BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal discharge noted Oral Exam: adult dentition with mild staining, no oral lesions noted PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI, no MGTs, no vulvar d/c, behavior did not allow shaving 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 Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC Prognosis: Excellent SURGERY: ok to schedule for surgery
2/9/2019
HX: Gabapentin requested by feline behavior SO: QAR, aggressive and will not tolerate any interaction, 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 indefinitely Follow up with behavior to discontinue 1619
2/12/2019
Pre-surgery exam History: Intake 2/7-APH 2/9-started on gabapentin for shelter anxiety Subjective: BARH. Examined in net. Lunging at the front of the cage. No csvd. Objective: EENT: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal discharge HL: NMA, RR, Lungs C&E INTEG: GHC, no ectos noted MS: Ambulatory x 4 UG: FI, no vulvar d/c, no MGTs NEURO: A&A A: Apparently healthy P: Continue to monitor while at BACC. OK for surgery today Continue gabapentin 20mg/kg PO BID Excellent prognosis
2/12/2019
Cat Spay Was this cat in heat, pregnant or have a pyometra? no Ventral Midline Incision Ovaries Ligated with: autoligation Uterine Body Ligated with: 3-0 PDS in 2 modified miller's knot Abdominal Closure: 3-0 PDS in a continuous closure Skin: 3-0 PDS in a continuous subcutaneous then intradermal closure Green Linear Tattoo Placed on Midline Surgeon: 1416 Additional Comments:
2/13/2019
Progress Exam History : Neutered yesterday S: BAR, hunched at front of cage, follows me with eyes, but does not stand up or walk around O: EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: No coughing/sneezing, eupneic, normal respiratory rate/effort ABD: No obvious distention MSI: Healthy hair coat, BCS 5/9 CNS: Mentation appropriate, no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment: Apparently healthy Plan: Continue to monitor while at BACC
2/12/2019
[Pre Medication] Dexdomitor: 0.09 cc IM Butorphanol: 0.09 cc IM Ketamine: 0.09 cc IM [Gas Maintenance] Isoflorane%: 2% [NSAID] Robenicoxib: 0.45 cc SQ [Fluids] Rate: 68ml/hr Sx IVF 23 Green linear tattoo placed on ventral abdomen. - Combo test negative. Surgeon: 1416
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
During intake Jeremy was body was relaxed. He sniffed his surroundings and allowed to be pet. He allowed to be collard scanned and photographed.
If yes, Please elaborate:: unknown.
Basic Information:: Jeremy is a black and white, DSH cat that is possibly 3 years old. Jeremy was found wandering in a warehouse. Finder noticed the cat and decided to bring him in to ACC.
Previously lived with:: Unknown.
How is this cat around strangers?: Unknown behavior around strangers. Finder stated that the cat allowed to be picked up and pet. He approached strangers and follow him around.
How is this cat around children?: Unknown behavior around children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Unknown behavior around cat.
How is this cat around dogs?: Unknown behavior around dog.
Behavior Notes: Unknown behavior.
Bite history:: Jeremy did not attempted to bite owner.
Energy level/descriptors:: High energy,
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No known medical issue reported.
For a New Family to Know: Unknown behavior.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Jeremy was brought in as a stray, so we cannot speak to this cat’s behavior in a previous home.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 02/07/19 Observed Behavior - allowed PE with some grumbling but once she saw other cats she started growling, hissing, and trying to strike. Placed in net for medical procedures and she
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 02/08/19 Laying in the front of his kennel when the assessor approaches Jeremy is making eye contact with the assessor with widen eyes. When the kennel door opens, he gets up and sits in the center of the kennel. When given treats he eats them and growls. When pet with the scratcher he will hiss and whip his head back. He eventually pets the scratcher rand the assessor ends the interaction due to stress. The assessor gives him treats, toys and sprays feliway. 02/10/19 Lying in front of kennel, ears forward and eyes alert. She makes eye contact when spoken to, then rolls over onto her side and stretches while playing with her blanket. She stands up as I open the kennel door, then tolerates petting along her head and body with the scratcher while leaning in with energy and turning her head back to watch the claw as it passes along her lower back. She grumbles and begins to whip her head back with extended interaction, ears flattening. Conflicted behavior – may be stressed or showing mild signs of petting induced aggression.
Cage Condition:: Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:: Jeremy is crouched in the center of his kennel eating when the assessor approaches. When lifting his kennel cover he pauses, looks at the assessor then continues to eat.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Jeremy makes eye contact when softly spoken to.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Jeremy comes forward with a low body but his tail is high and lose when the kennel door opens.
Reaction to touch:: Jeremy allows all petting and leans in at first, after some time he will growl and whip his head back but does not display any other concerning behaviors.
Reaction to being picked up:: Jeremy allows the assessor to pick him up with no issue.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Sweet,Curious
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Pet-induced aggression
Potential challenges comments:: Initially Jeremy solicits petting and attention, but after a few soft passes over the body he begins to growl at the assessor. This may be a sign of petting-induced aggression, where repeated physical contact results in discomfort for the cat, or it may be a sign of over stimulation. As a result of this observed behavior we recommend adopters who are familiar with signs of behavioral arousal and agitation in cats, so that interactions can be ended before Jeremy becomes reactive. Treats should be used to reward appropriate responses to physical attention.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Experience
Behavior Asilomar: TM - Treatable-Manageable
RECOMMENDATIONS:: No young children
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Jeremy solicits attention and allows petting but may be uncomfortable when pet for long periods of time or on certain areas like his back. He may have some behavioral issues that will need to be addressed in the home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents with no young children.