Animal Profile
Michy
Hello, my name is Michy. My animal id is #46511. I am a female black cat at the . The shelter thinks I am about 8 months 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 11/5/2018, with the surrender reason stated as person health - age-related.
Reserved
Someone has already placed a deposit on me. I'm no longer available.
Michy is at risk for medical, he is an underage kitten that was diagnosed with ringworm which is contagious and will require follow up care. There are no behavior concerns at this time.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 2.24 lbs
11/5/2018
DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 2 months Microchip noted on Intake? no History : owner surrender, owner found in a garbage bin Subjective: BARH, good appetite, normal defecations Observed Behavior - generally accepting of all interactions aside from iv access Evidence of Cruelty seen - no Evidence of Trauma seen - no Objective T = uto P = 188 R = 24 BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears have cerumenous discharge AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: unremarkable PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, abd distended U/G: female intact, no leakage, discharge or urgency MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, multiple areas of alopecia along ears nose and paws that are wood's lamp positive, fleas visible on skin CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: visually normal Assessment: 1. Ringworm 2. fleas Prognosis: good Plan: 1. Itrakonizole 5mg/kg SID for 14 days 2. Lime dips 3/week for 14 days 3. Capstar 1/2 tablet PO 4. Frontline spray 5. Recheck ringworm in 14 days 6. DTM taken and checked in 14 days SURGERY: Temporary waiver due to ringworm 1619
11/15/2018
HX: Suspected ringworm on 11/5 SO: DTM culture is positive for RW No other changes to assessment A:Ringworm - confirmed P: Continue with lyme dips and itraconazole as previously described until 2 consecutive negative DTM cultures 1619
11/15/2018
Day 10th of the culture Done: 11/5/18 White fuzzy growth with change of color on both sides. Microscopic slide at day 10 revealed ringworm spores on the green side. Plate will be discarded.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 1. Green
Upon intake, Michy allowed all handling. She had a tense body and kept her head low.
Date of Intake: 11/5/2018
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Michy was brought into our facilities as an owner surrender due to the owner being too old to properly care for her. She is about 3 months old and the finder had her for roughly 2 months. She is a black domestic short hair.
Previously lived with:: 1 adult, 1 cat, 2 dogs
How is this cat around strangers?: Michy is friendly towards strangers.
How is this cat around children?: Michy has not been around children.
How is this cat around other cats?: Michy lived with a two year old intact male cat. They interacted minimally as the owner did not want them to procreate.
How is this cat around dogs?: Michy lived with two dogs, but the owner kept them in separate rooms so they did not interact directly.
Behavior Notes: Michy's prior owner did not report any behavioral issues. The owner bathed her once as a kitten and she struggled throughout the bath. The owner did not brush her coat. Michy enjoys being picked up and held.
Bite history:: Michy has never attempted to bite or scratch another person or animal.
Energy level/descriptors:: High
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: Yes
Medical Notes: Currently, Michy is presenting with missing patches of hair on the tail, head, and ears. The owner did not bring her to a veterinarian for this issue.
For a New Family to Know: Michy is described as being friendly, affectionate, and playful. She has been kept indoors only after being found outside. She likes to play with stuffed toys. She will follow you around and seek attention when you are home. She slept in a carrier. She ate wet food only. Michy is somewhat litter box trained. She used a plastic bin. She does not scratch on anything.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 1 adult, 1 cat, 2 dogs Behavior toward strangers: friendly Behavior toward cats: Michy lived with a two year old intact male cat. They interacted minimally as the owner did not want them to procreate. Behavior toward dogs: Michy lived with two dogs, but the owner kept them in separate rooms. Bite or Scratch history: none Litter box training: yes Energy level/descriptors: high Other notes: Michy is described as being friendly, affectionate, and playful.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:: 11/5/18 Observed Behavior - generally accepting of all interactions aside from iv access
Cage Condition:: No change
Reaction to assessor:: Michy immediately comes soliciting at the front of the cage.
Reaction when softly spoken to:: Michy remains soft in place.
Reaction to cage door opening:: Michy remains standing at the front of the cage, relaxed body posture, soliciting attention.
Reaction to touch:: Michy head-butts the assessor's hand, purrs, and appreciates petting on the head and body.
Reaction to being picked up:: Allows the pickup and remains calm.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Athletic
VOCAL:: Talkative
CHARACTER TYPE: : Social,Sweet,Affectionate
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Beginner
Behavior Asilomar: H - Healthy
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Michy interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat can go to a beginner home.