Daly
Hello, my name is Daly. My animal id is #213047. I am a female tortoiseshell cat at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 8 years 1 months 2 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 10/24/2024, with the surrender reason stated as person health - pregnant.
Sorry, this pet is for new hope partners only.
Pre-Screener FormDaly is on the at-risk list due to behavior. She is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. She has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. 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 to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
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 Daly is on the at-risk list due to behavior. She is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. She has not warmed up despite staff using treats to build a positive association. 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 to adjust, and who have experience with helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers. A volunteer writes: Eight year old Daly was owned since kittenhood. She suddenly fell out of luck when her owner was told that cats are a threat for human babies in the making....Daly had to go although she seems to have been quite a faithful companion to her owner, waiting every night for him at the door like a doggy. Daly has been with us for over one month and has not been a "happy camper". Until recently, I never saw her outside of her hiding box but lately, she has been resting by her door, trying to make contact, rubbing herself on the bars, eating treats and seeking petting through a wand. It's a step forward but still, she has been conflicted with staff trying to bring out the real Daly and make her available to the public. Volunteers do not directly interact with "rescue only"cats for safety reasons but we can talk to them, treat them and interact with them without opening their kennel or touching them. There is some frustration involved on both sides, sure but there are some mutual benefits and I really think that Daly does enjoy our "encounters". A cage is not a place for a companion animal. It certainly does not bring the best out of them. Daly needs out with an experienced foster under the umbrella of a compassionate rescue willing to give her a chance to feel safe and loved, for ever this time. Daly is waiting at the Manhattan Care Center.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 8.76 lbs
10/25/2024
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age:8 yr Microchip noted on Intake? negative History: owner surrender Subjective:owner surrender/ DOH hold- scratch Observed Behavior -growling, swift to swipe and scratch fake hand when entering den Is there evidence of Cruelty?none Is there evidence of Neglect?none Is there evidence of Trauma?none Objective BARH mm pigmented P = WNL R =WNL BCS 4/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: minimal dental tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: unable to assess due to behavior U/G: unable to assess for spay scar due to behavior MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: not performed Assessment appears healthy, intact female Prognosis:excellent Plan: DOH hold behavior assessment micro chip and combo test at surgery due to behavior SURGERY: Okay for surgery
11/3/2024
On 11/3/2024 at approximately 9:30 am, I examined 213047. She has appropriate mentation at this time with no neurologic signs present, and has not exhibited any neurological signs while at ACC.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 4. Orange
Upon intake, Daly was brought in a dirty litter box with a blanket over the hole. To avoid any more stressors, staff carefully placed food next to the litter box and Daly came out to eat. Staff tried to pick up Daly but she retreated into the litter box. Staff placed the litter box inside of the kennel and Daly walked out.
Spay/Neuter status: No
Date of Intake: 10/24/2024
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
If yes, Please elaborate:: Daly has litter box issues. Daly was in a home with 1 litter box located in the kitchen, a covered litter box, with scented, clumping clay litter. Daly has never had a litter box issue until 3 weeks ago. The owner's pregnant partner moved into the home and Daly sprayed in the corner of the living room. The owner tried modifying the behavior by changing the type of litter.
Basic Information:: The owner is surrendering due to personal medical reasons. The owner had Daly since a kitten and had her for 8 years.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults
How is this cat around strangers?: Daly prefers contact on their terms and will hide at first initial contact.
How is this cat around children?: No experience
How is this cat around other cats?: No experience
How is this cat around dogs?: No experience
Behavior Notes: The owner never attempted to trim Daly's nails. Daly will swat when her owner tries to brush her coat. Daly will struggle and squirm when her owner tries to pick her up or when placed inside of a carrier.
Bite history:: Daly has no bite history. Daly had a recent scratch incident where she scratched her owner while he was holding her in his arms. The scratch broke the skin and the owner did not seek medical attention.
Energy level/descriptors:: High
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No medical issues or injuries
For a New Family to Know: Daly is an indoor couch potato that spends most of her time in the living room. The owner rarely plays with Daly but when they do they stated she will play rough. Daly likes to scratch fabric/carpet type of surfaces. Daly is used to eating dry food from the brand Meow Mix. The owner stated that their favorite thing about Daly is that she waits for him by the door when he comes home.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Daly Previously lived with: 2 Adults Behavior toward strangers: Prefers contact on their terms and will hide at first initial contact. Bite or Scratch history: Daly scratched her previous owner while he was holding her, causing a skin break. He chose not to seek medical attention for the injury. Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: High energy level Other notes: Daly is an indoor cat who enjoys lounging in the living room. Although her owner rarely engages in playtime with her, when they do, Daly tends to play rough. She has a habit of scratching fabric and carpet surfaces. One of the owner's favorite traits about Daly is that she waits by the door for him when he returns home.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/21/24 FB26 Resting inside the den upon approach alert peeking through the side portal door. When attempting to make contact with the scratcher tool for pets she leans back hisses and swats. Left offered treats by the front of her kennel and ended to reduce stress. 11/22/24 FB26 Poking head out watching from afar from inside the den. Alert with eyes wide. She hisses and swats at the scratcher tool when attempting to make contact. 12/11/24 Vol. Daly was at front of kennel, meowing for attention and rubbing her face and body against kennel bars. Her tail was raised in the air and her body was loose. She played with a feather toy briefly, then began rubbing against bars again. She leaned into petting with scratcher tool, then turned away to eat dry food. She settled in loaf position at front of kennel and watched me interact with other cats in the room afterward, giving occasional slow blinks.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Bold,Social,Sweet,Curious
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Pet-induced aggression,Rough play,Fearful,New home adjustment period
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : New Hope Only
RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: 11.01.2024: During the assessment, Daly was inside the den and remained quiet when spoken to softly. However, when the scratcher tool was extended toward her side portal door, she hissed and swatted at it. To minimize her stress, the assessment was concluded early. 12.03.2024: Once sweet-talked, Daly came out of her den with soft eyes and a swishing tail. She rubbed against the kennel door affectionately. She lightly bit the assessor's finger that was lying there immobile, as if it was a toy. Conflicted and fearful, she retreated back inside of her feral den. She came back out rubbing against the portal and stretching along the way, and allowed a brief 2 seconds pet before batting the assessor's hand again. Daly is displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and/or may require further investigation before placement in a home. She 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.