Animal Profile
Zeus
Hello, my name is Zeus. My animal id is #207592. I am a desexed male gray tabby cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 1 years 5 months 3 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 8/21/2024, with the surrender reason stated as animal behavior - aggressive towards people.
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Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Zeus is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. Although he may briefly tolerate petting on the head and cheeks, he is sensitive to touch around his body and will resort to stress meowing or attempting to swat. His response to overstimulation has not improved despite staff using treats to build a positive association with touch. Due to his stress levels, it is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. Medically, Zeus is apparently healthy.
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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Zeus is on the At Risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display distance-increasing behavior when approached for interactions. Although he may briefly tolerate petting on the head and cheeks, he is sensitive to touch around his body and will resort to stress meowing or attempting to swat. His response to overstimulation has not improved despite staff using treats to build a positive association with touch. Due to his stress levels, 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 helping a fearful cat adjust to strangers. What my friends at ACC say about me: I prefer to call the shots and enjoy coming to you when I'm ready for pets. I love to be loved, but on my own terms! Let's brush up on some feline body language together! I'll need daily interaction with you as I get used to my new life. A volunteer writes: Zeus is a cat with range - from crinkle balls to pouncing on bugs, he can pretty much do it all. He didn't lay his cards on the table at once when he first came in because the first time we met, Zeus picked his head up to look and just as quickly put it right back down. I know now that he was probably just waiting for the right moment. In fact, his previous family said their favorite thing about him is that he's playful (and affectionate!) Zeus plays with crinkle balls like it's a work assignment with dutiful cuddle and treat breaks. Now back to that right moment, it comes on its own time and sometimes we just have to make it for ourselves, and though Zeus is coming around, he can still feel a bit unsure. He's hoping to find a patient family who will celebrate his crinkle toy cat work and give him another chance at love.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 10.5 lbs
8/24/2024
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 1 year Microchip noted on Intake? negative History: Owner relinquishment due to aggression Subjective: Observed Behavior - Lunging, swatting and attempting to bite in den Is there evidence of Cruelty? n Is there evidence of Neglect? n Is there evidence of Trauma? n Objective T = P = 150 (under sedation) R = 24 BCS 5/9 Sedated for exam with 0.1ml dexdomitor, 0.1ml ketamine, 0.1ml butorphanol EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Adult dentition with mild staining PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: Male intact, left inguinal cryptorchid 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 L inguinal cryptorchid Aggression Otherwise healthy adult Prognosis: Fair to good pending behavior Plan: Intake tasks Start gabapentin SURGERY: Okay for surgery
9/5/2024
Noted during cage side rounds to be audibly congested S: BAR, audible congestion, wet food eaten O: EEN- epiphora OU, third eyelids elevated, no apparent nasal discharge H/L- Eupniec, but audibly congested and periodically holds mouth open MSK/i- Ambulatory x4 Neuro- alert/appropriate A: Mild URI Moderate congestion Eating P: Doxycycline 50mg/ml 0.9 ml PO SID x10d Nebulization SID x5d
9/13/2024
SO: BAR, tucked into cubby, recently moved to new kennel 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 apparently resolved P: monitor for recurrence
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 5. Red
Upon intake, Zeus had a tense body and pupils dilated. Zeus has a history of scratching so staff slowly approached Zeus while he was in his carrier. Staff used a cat wand and gently rubbed Zeus' cheeks. Zeus was receptive to the facial massages so staff reached in with their hand. Zeus allowed staff to pet him and rub his face. Staff checked for MC and collar.
Date of Intake: 8/21/2024
Is this cat having litter box issues?: Yes
If yes, Please elaborate:: Zeus was noted to have litter box issues. Zeus was in a home with 1 litter box, located in the bathroom, an uncovered litter box, with unscented, non-clumping litter. Zeus has been spraying on the walls, no other cats in the home, and Zeus cannot see outdoor cats. Zeus would have daily accidents, he would urinate outside of the litter box on the bed, couch, clothing, and furniture. The litter box accidents have begun for the past 5 months when the owner's wife was pregnant. The litter box was scooped every 2-3 days. No other cat shared the litter box, the litter box was not relocated, and the location of the litter box is quiet, easily accessible, and tucked away. The owner never took Zeus to the vet for this issue. The owner tried to modify Zeus' behavior by changing the litter type, scooping more often, blocking areas that were soiled, and cleaning soiled areas with an enzymatic cleaner.
Basic Information:: The owner got Zeus from a friend and had him for 11 months. The owner is surrendering due to Zeus swatting at the family and urinating outside of the litter box.
Previously lived with:: 2 Adults, 2 children (3 , 4 y/o)
How is this cat around strangers?: Zeus is shy around strangers, and will actively avoid them.
How is this cat around children?: Zeus was in a home with children. Zeus is curious about children and will stress meow. Zeus will also swat and nip.
How is this cat around other cats?: No experience
How is this cat around dogs?: No experience
Behavior Notes: Zeus enjoys it when their coat is brushed. Zeus is unbothered when they are picked up and held. Zeus will struggle and stress meow when placed in a carrier. The owner never attempted to trim Zeus' nails.
Bite history:: Zeus scratched one of the children in the home. The children were running around the house close to Zeus. Zeus reached out and swatted at one of the children and scratched the child in the leg. The scratch broke skin but the child did not have to seek medical attention.
Energy level/descriptors:: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No medical issues or injuries.
For a New Family to Know: Zeus is an affectionate, talkative, and bold indoor cat. Zeus will spend most of his time in the bedroom, living room, in his cat tree, and looking out the window. Zeus will play touch, stalks on feet, likes things that crinkle, and chases bugs. Zeus is used to interactive play more than twice a day. Zeus likes carpet, fabric, and cardboard-type surfaces. The owner stated their favorite thing about Zeus is that he is playful and affectionate. Zeus is used to wet food from the brand Heart to Tail.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Previously lived with: 2 Adults, 2 children (3, 4 y/o) Behavior toward strangers: shy around strangers, and will actively avoid them. Behavior toward children: Zeus was in a home with children. Zeus is curious about children and will stress meow. Zeus will also swat and nip. Bite or Scratch history: Yes, a scratch reported. Litter box training: Yes Energy level/descriptors: Medium energy level Other notes: Zeus is an affectionate, talkative, and bold indoor cat. Zeus will spend most of his time in the bedroom, living room, in his cat tree, and looking out the window. Zeus will play touch, stalks on feet, likes things that crinkle, and chases bugs. Zeus is used to interactive play more than twice a day. Zeus likes carpet, fabric, and cardboard-type surfaces. The former owner stated their favorite thing about Zeus is that he is playful and affectionate.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 10/21/24 Calm and sweet in the cubby lying toward the front, accepted all petting and sweet, eventually comes into main kennel and starts to raise a paw with petting, so over stimulating a bit. 10.27.2024 Vol. On top shelf, eating breakfast calmly. Eagerly ate squeeze-up through the bars, then went back to eating breakfast. I offered my fingers through the bars and he gave them a good sniff, but did not seek attention and at one point sat back and raised a paw off the ground. Came forward to heat Temptations and allowed head scratches while eating them, but did not seek further attention. Returned to cubby to groom himself after I left.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back,Subdued
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Calm,Curious,Timid,Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Overstimulation,Fearful,New home adjustment period
Potential challenges comments:: He tolerates attention in the beginning of the interaction and petting on the head and cheeks; however, he can become overstimulated or is sensitive to touch around his body and may short stress meow or attempt to give a warning swat to create distance.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3
RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: 8/24/24: Zeus was resting on top of his den upon approach. Alert with eyes wide, starring from afar. He slowly withdraws from the scratcher tool when attempting to pet. However, on the second attempt he ate squeeze up treats from it. Zeus was hesitant throughout the assessment but with a slow approach he allows petting along his head and body. After a few strokes, he began to raise his paw while slowly retreating further. 9/25/24: Zeus is a shy, calm, and curious cat whose behavior has been consistent with the initial evaluation. He was at the front of the shelf crouched down with a neutral body and eyes, focused on the assessor with his head and ears forward. He targets the assessor's finger with his nose to sniff and a eagerly accepts treats offered. He steps forward, hovering over the front edge of the shelf, and allows petting on the head and cheeks. When stroking his body, he steps back and hunches over, appearing to be sensitive to touch or overstimulated from the interaction. When reaching around his body and briefly lifted, he tenses up, short stress meows, and stands his ground. After releasing him, Zeus walks forward, focuses on the assessor's hand, and attempts to swat but misses. After a few seconds, he retreats to the top cubby down and lays down. Zeus tolerates brief attention and petting but appears fearful or stressed in the shelter. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.