Animal Profile
Hunter
Hello, my name is Hunter . My animal id is #233030. I am a desexed male unknown (update later) cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 6 months 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a agency on 7/26/2025.
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Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Hunter is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display challenging behavior during interactions. He is extremely intelligent and high energy, and needs to expend energy constructively with interactive play sessions 3-4X/day. In addition to playtime, this cat would also benefit from mental exercise from activities such as puzzle toys/games, lick mats, or clicker training. Without providing activity for his mind and body, the cat may react with rough play, potentially resulting in bite/scratch incidents. 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 feline body language, overstimulation, rough play, and who have the time to invest in managing these behaviors on a consistent basis to avoid (further) bite/scratch incidents.
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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. 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 Hunter is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display challenging behavior during interactions. He is extremely intelligent and high energy, and needs to expend energy constructively with interactive play sessions 3-4X/day. In addition to playtime, this cat would also benefit from mental exercise from activities such as puzzle toys/games, lick mats, or clicker training. Without providing activity for his mind and body, the cat may react with rough play, potentially resulting in bite/scratch incidents. 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 feline body language, overstimulation, rough play, and who have the time to invest in managing these behaviors on a consistent basis to avoid (further) bite/scratch incidents. A volunteer writes: Hunter is a gorgeous, golden tortoise-shell kitty with unforgettable almond eyes. He often sits at the front of his kennel like a sentinel, curious to see what's going on around him. When the mood takes him, he leans in for head rubs and scratches, and he snuggles with his catnip toys to get the same sensory satisfaction. He is rumored to become overstimulated at times. This husky two-year-old enjoys soups and treats, but isn't gluttonous about them. He's very attentive to what's going on around him, except when the need to take a nap overcomes him.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 14 lbs
7/27/2025
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1-3 years based on the condition of teeth and eyes Microchip noted on Intake? Negative History: Brought in by police/DOH-B Subjective: Q-BAR H pink 1 sec Observed Behavior - Body tense but easily examined Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen – No Evidence of Neglect- No Objective P = 200hr R = 40rr BCS 6-7/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: NSF PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: MI with 2 down MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat; overweight; nail on digit #5 right HL- partially avulsed CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment nail injury right HL digit #5 overweight Prognosis: Good Plan: Intake procedures DOH-B observation SURGERY: Okay for surgery after DOH observation period
8/5/2025
On 08/05/2025 at approximately 9:15 AM, I examined Shrimp Scampi 233030. He has appropriate mentation at this time with no neurologic signs present, and has not exhibited any neurological signs while at ACC.
8/7/2025
Pre-Op Exam S: BAR, resting in kennel O: Visual exam only EENT: Eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: Eupneic, no sneezing or audible congestion while cage side ABD: Relaxed MSI: Ambulatory x 4, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate/alert A: Appears to be a good anesthetic candidate P: Neuter today
8/7/2025
[Surgery - Cat Neuter] Was this cat a Cryptorchid? No Routine Feline Neuter Self tie of spermatic cord Green Linear Tattoo Placed near Midline Surgeon: 2172
8/7/2025
Feline neuter performed by Vet: 2172 Patient anesthesia form uploaded to Shelter Buddy in Vet Documents. pain managements: Simbadol 1.8 mg/ml Injection- 0.85 ml was given pre-SX as a onetime dose for pain management. Onsior 20 mg/ml Injection- 0.65 ml was given post-op as a onetime dose for pain management.
8/8/2025
Post-Op Exam S: QAR on top of den and then readily jumps down to greet me O: EEN- eyes clear, scant clear nasal discharge H/L- Eupneic, no sneezing or audible congestion noted MSK/i- Ambulatory x4, healthy haircoat. Incision site appears CDI. No apparent discharge on bedding. Neuro- alert/appropriate A: Appears to be healing well post op Mild URI- r/o viral P: Monitor in care URI will likely resolve upon leaving shelter
8/11/2025
Issue List: - anorexia - mild URI food untouched from the evening; sleeping in den; urine in litter box QAR H-DH EENT: no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: eupneic PLN: WNL ABD: relaxed; bladder non-palpable; colon content- not consistent with constipation U/G: MC MSI: Ambulatory x 4, normal hair coat CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities A) - not eating well - URI P) CWSC Fluids- 150 ml LRS Vit B12- 0.25 ml SQ
8/12/2025
Not eating well P) CWSC and offer tempting treats
8/14/2025
SO: Currently on treatment for mild URI BAR, perched on top of den inside of kennel. Does not appear to be eating with good appetite eent: eyes clear mild blepharospasm, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: URI on treatment anorexia P: continue sc fluids 1.5" strip mirataz SID x3d
8/15/2025
SO: Comes to front of kennel, soliciting attention BAR, interested in treats offered but does not eat eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated msi: ambulatory x4 neuro: mentation alert and appropriate A: URI improving P: appears to have eaten some shredded chicken, but should monitor
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
KNOWN HISTORY:: Hunter was brought in as a stray, there is no known information on his behavior history in a home environment. Officers who brought Hunter to the shelter stated that the grandmother and child had made a loud noise in the kitchen, scaring the cat. Hunter then proceeded to bite and scratch them both, leaving wounds that broke skin and required medical attention. There are also 6 past bite/scratch incidents unprovoked within the year, with no changes in the home. One incident was when a cat got into the apartment from an open window. Upon intake, the cat was very stressed out; however, allowed handlers to transfer him into a den with no issue.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Moderate,Subdued
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Calm,Sweet,Curious,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Overstimulation,Fearful,Other,New home adjustment period
Potential challenges comments:: Hunter likes catnip and may sniff, lick, and roll around in it. This type of enrichment may also get him excited in "play/hunt mode". Physical contact should be limited during playtime or distributing enrichment; instead, he would benefit from interactive playtime with a long-distance wand toy before his routine wet food meals. Hunter is somewhat conflicted. He may hide and growl during interactions but is also curious enough to greet the assessor at the front for petting, cheek rubs, and enrichment. He has a bite/scratch history that appears to have been triggered by a loud, sudden noise, and more incidents with limited details (see Known History above for more details). In the shelter, minor signs of overstimulation were observed when stroking his body; he may flick his tail or his back may twitch when pet. There are also 6 past bite/scratch incidents unprovoked within the year, with no changes in the home. One incident was when a cat got into the apartment from an open window.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New Hope Only
RECOMMENDATIONS:: No other cats OR multi-cat home with adopters experienced with introducing new cats,Adult only home
Recommendations comments:: Adult only home due to fearfulness and bite/scratch history. No cats due to one past incident when a cat got into the apartment from an open window.
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Hunter was sitting up at the front of the kennel with a neutral body and wide eyes upon approach. When spoken to and opening the door, he retreats into the den to hide and he begins growling. After giving him some time to calm down, he slowly walks out of the den to the other kennel side and crouches down. He walks to the front, allows petting on the head, and briefly leans in hard for cheek rubs, but then he hovers over the front entrance and focuses on the sound and movement in the environment. When stroking his back, his tail flicks and his lower body twitches. When offered cat nip, he licks it and rolls around in it; however, he gets excited and begins circling around the room. Pick up was not attempted in order to reduce stress. At the end of the interaction, he retreats into the den, begins growling, and then pokes his head out of the den. Hunter tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or conflicted in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center and multiple, reported bite/scratch incidents (with limited details provided), he may require further investigation before placement in a home. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time.