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Trucker is on the at risk list for medical reasons. Trucker is a senior cat that has been diagnosed with diabetes and dental disease. He is currently on treatment for diabetes mellitus with an oral medication called Senvelgo. Trucker will need veterinary follow-up to manage his comorbidities. Behaviorally, he can get a bit grumpy with medical handling and will growl occasionally.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Trucker is on the at risk list for medical reasons. Trucker is a senior cat that has been diagnosed with diabetes and dental disease. He is currently on treatment for diabetes mellitus with an oral medication called Senvelgo. Trucker will need veterinary follow-up to manage his comorbidities. Behaviorally, he can get a bit grumpy with medical handling and will growl occasionally. What my friends at ACC say about me: My history is a mystery and my friends here do not know much about me yet! Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy! I am a sweet, social, older gentleman, looking for the perfect forever home! I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me. A volunteer writes: Trucker hasn't had the easiest time as of late, but this cat is all kinds of perfect and resolutely hoping that things will turn his way. He's a diabetic senior who was found and taken in pretty recently but brought to us a few weeks later due to a no pet policy. During Trucker's time in a home, he knew he was loved. Trucker would sit on his guardian's lap and gently paw at their face for more pets. Trucker's still trying to find those cuddles by stretching his paws through the door and calling out invitations to anyone walking nearby. Playful and sweet, he only wants to be included and he's absolutely right to keep trying because, truth be told, Trucker does need to work a tiny bit harder to stand out but stand out he does. He's a bit older and has his medical concerns, but he also has his heart and I think that's enough to make him one of the brightest kitties around.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 9.66 lbs

Medical Notes

9/29/2026

[DVM Intake] DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: 13yrs based on dentition/conformation Microchip noted on Intake? scans negative History: owner surrender Subjective: BAR Observed Behavior - initially hiding face in blanket but tolerated basic tasks/handling, started to growl with further restraint but did not escalate Is there evidence of suspected cruelty? no Objective: P = 190 R = 24 BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes clear with mild iris atrophy, ears thick waxy debris AU, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: diffuse staining with gingival recession around canines and thick calculus on molars PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, increased lung sounds bilaterally, eupneic ABD: distended, non-painful, no masses palpated U/G: Large soft bladder, easily expressed, MN, no tattoo visible MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dry hair coat, moderate muscle wasting over dorsum CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: externally normal Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed Assessment: Geriatric MN DSH Distended abdomen (r/o ascites vs organomegaly vs mass) Large soft bladder Dental disease (moderate) Dorsal muscle atrophy Suspect ear mites Prognosis: fair pending diagnostics Plan: intake tasks Focal ultrasound (x) no ascites visible, large bladder with no stones seen Easily expressed bladder and obtained free-catch sample mid-stream In-house CBC/Chem/T4/SDMA Selamectin applied topically SURGERY: neutered

9/29/2026

Labwork (in-house): Chemistry: glucose = 529 ALT = 209 GGT = 5 normal T4 (1.0) CBC: Leukocytosis (32k/uL) Assessment: Suspect diabetic Possible occult infection/inflammation Plan: -Place in Med ICU -Rec start diabetic diet if available -Recheck urine dipstick and BG tomorrow AM to confirm persistent glucosuria/hyperglycemia -Rec obtain sterile urine by cysto to check for UTI -DVM recheck tomorrow AM; plan to start senvelgo if available vs injectable insulin Seek placement asap

9/30/2026

Urine collected via cysto and sent to Idexx reference laboratory. BG was 317 mg/dL and ears were cleaned with Aurocin. // Completed

10/1/2026

DVM Progress Exam / Lab Review S/O: -BAR, eating Glycobalance diet well. No C/S/V/D noted. -BG yesterday 317 mg/dL. -UA via cystocentesis: USG 1.041, 3+ glucosuria (1000 mg/dL), trace ketones, trace protein. No hematuria, pyuria or bacteriuria; no crystals seen. -Growling yesterday and today. A: -Suspect diabetes mellitus; persistent hyperglycemia/glucosuria. -Trace ketonuria. -No evidence of UTI on UA. P: -Continue Glycobalance diet, wet and dry. -Start Gabapentin 100 mg PO BID indefinitely. -DVM recheck tomorrow AM to further assess/confirm diabetes diagnosis and determine treatment plan/pathway. Consider spot BG and in-house urine dipstick for glucosuria to confirm persistent hyperglycemia and glucosuria.

10/3/2026

Spot BG - 325 mg/DL. // Completed

10/3/2026

DVM Progress Exam S/O: -BAR, appears comfortable. No growling noted today. -E/D Glycobalance wet and dry well. -Spot BG 325 mg/dL today; persistent but stable hyperglycemia in low 300s. A: -Suspect diabetes mellitus with persistent hyperglycemia/glucosuria. -Clinically stable, eating well. -Handling sensitivity/FAS - improved today. P: -Continue Glycobalance wet and dry. -Hold off on starting insulin or Senvelgo at this time given clinical stability. -Recheck spot BG and urine dipstick, including for glucosuria on 10/6. -DVM recheck 10/6; reassess need for diabetic treatment based on clinical status, BG and glucosuria. -CTM appetite and overall clinical status. -Recommend New Hope Placement ASAP.

10/6/2026

DVM Progress Exam S/O: -BAR, E/D Glycobalance wet and dry well. -Spot BG 309 mg/dL; persistent hyperglycemia, similar to prior values in low 300s. -In-house UA, cystocentesis: USG 1.048, pH 7.0, 3+ protein, glucose negative, ketones negative, UBG normal, bilirubin negative, blood negative. -Prior UA with 3+ glucosuria and trace ketones. A: -Persistent hyperglycemia. -Previous glucosuria/trace ketonuria - not present today despite BG 309 mg/dL. -Concentrated urine with 3+ proteinuria. -Suspect diabetes mellitus; diagnosis/treatment pathway remains unclear given persistent hyperglycemia but resolution of glucosuria without diabetic medication. -Clinically stable and eating well; does not appear PU/PD. P: -Continue Glycobalance wet and dry. -Continue to hold insulin/Senvelgo at this time. -Continue to seek New Hope placement ASAP. -Repeat BG and in-house naturally voided UA twice a week; next recheck 10/10.

10/10/2026

DVM Progress Exam hx; hyperglycemia and glucosuria S/O: -BAR, E/D Glycobalance wet and dry well. -Spot BG 332 mg/dL; persistent hyperglycemia, similar to prior values in low 300s. -10/6 In-house UA, cystocentesis: USG 1.048, pH 7.0, 3+ protein, glucose negative, ketones negative, UBG normal, bilirubin negative, blood negative. -10/1 UA with 3+ glucosuria and trace ketones. A: -Persistent hyperglycemia. -Previous glucosuria/trace ketonuria -Suspect diabetes mellitus; diagnosis/treatment pathway remains unclear given persistent hyperglycemia but resolution of glucosuria without diabetic medication. -Clinically stable and eating well; does not appear PU/PD. P: -Continue Glycobalance wet and dry. -Continue to hold insulin/Senvelgo at this time. -Continue to seek New Hope placement ASAP. -Send out UA -Send out fructosamine - Since overall stable, move out of medical and continue to monitor through standard operations

10/11/2026

check for blood work results: UA via cysto: USG: 1.018 3+ glucosuria Fructosamine H ( 649) A. DM P. Recheck and institiute insulin therapy seek placement recheck tomorrow

10/11/2026

P has elevated fructosamine levels, flunctating hyperglycemia levels (but persistent). Initiate Senvelgo treatment: 1. DM monitoring log to kennel 2. start senvelgo 1mg/kg PO SID (10 pound dose) 3. Day 3: place nosorb and test urine for ketones, DVM recheck 4. Day 7: recheck urine for ketones, spot BG and DVM recheck 5. Day 14: checl urine for ketones, spote BG, DVM recheck 6. week 4: check urine for ketones, spot BG, DVM recheck -Rec moving p back into ICU for closer monitoring while getting started on medication seek placement

10/14/2026

NoSorb placed and urine collected. Sample negative for Ketones (via in-house UA). // Completed

10/15/2026

rehceck, day 3 on senvelgo yesterday, no ketones reported in urine S/O BAR, A+A, excellent appetite reported, eating during exam, no c/s/v/d, no ocular or nasal dc, eupneic, urine clumps in litterbox A/P DM- day 4 on senvelgo Con't with current tx plan and recheck as scheduled CTM while at QACC and seek placement

10/19/2026

Check urine for ketones (place nosorb) Glucose 1/4% 250mg/dL Ketone Negative rewiegh 9.66# spot BG 258

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

Upon intake, he was fearful but calm while in the carrier and observant of staffs' movements. He allowed to be pet, scanned for M/C, and an ACC colla was placed.

Date of Intake: 9/28/2026

Is this cat having litter box issues?: No

Basic Information:: Trucker is a male tabby DSH cat who was surrendered to ACC

Previously lived with:: 1 Adult

How is this cat around strangers?: He is reported to warm up before two weeks. Once warmed up he is curious, plays gently, friendly and outgoing with strangers.

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: Previous owner has never attempted to trim his nails. He is reported to enjoy being brushed, picked up, held, and placed in carrier.

Bite history:: No bite history

Energy level/descriptors:: Medium

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: He is an indoor cat who is reported to be friendly and enjoys being a lap cat. He plays gently and likes to chance/pounce on toys. Previous owner's favorite thing is when he is on their lap Trucker will gently paw at his face for pets. He was previously on a dry food diet with no specific brand. He previously had access to one uncovered litter box with unscented litter located in the bathroom.

KNOWN HISTORY:: The client reported they found Trucker three weeks ago, but could not keep him due to apartment pet policy. Previously lived with: 1 Adult Behavior toward strangers: He is reported to warm up before two weeks. Once warmed up he is curious, plays gently, friendly and outgoing with strangers. Behavior toward children: No experience Behavior toward cats: No experience Behavior toward dogs: No experience Bite or Scratch history: None Energy level/descriptors: Medium Other notes: He is an indoor cat who is reported to be friendly and enjoys being a lap cat. He plays gently and likes to chance/pounce on toys. Previous owner's favorite thing is when he is on their lap Trucker will gently paw at his face for pets. He was previously on a dry food diet with no specific brand. He previously had access to one uncovered litter box with unscented litter located in the bathroom. Upon intake, he was fearful but calm while in the carrier and observant of staffs' movements. He allowed to be pet, scanned for M/C, and an ACC collar was placed.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Sweet,Affectionate,Lap Cat,Timid,Skittish

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: New home adjustment period

Potential challenges comments:: Trucker has been through several major transitions lately and may need extra time to adjust to his new home. Adopters should be prepared to allow him to settle in at his own pace and provide a calm, predictable environment where he has the ability to retreat and decompress as needed.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 2

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Upon approach, Trucker is resting on top of his den. He can be heard low-growling for a few moments, then he yawns as the assessor enters, then comes forward to greet them. He has a relaxed body and looks up at them with a calm expression and neutral ears. He gently leans into petting on his head and along his back, gently pushing closer to the assessor and purring softly. He allows a brief pick up with no issue, loose in the hold. Once set back down, he continues to purr and solicit attention. As the kennel door is closed to end the assessment, he again begins low-growling, then crawls back up to his den and lies down. Trucker appreciates attention and petting but appears to be moderately fearful or stressed in the shelter. He will likely need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that he go to a home with some cat experience preferred or at least be well counseled in fearful cat behavior.