Animal Profile

Washer 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.

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Washer 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. What my friends at ACC say about me: My history is a mystery and my friends here do not know much about me yet! I am looking for a home with a patient person. I can be slow to adjust to new environments. I prefer to take things at my own pace. I will flourish in a calm environment and a low-traffic home. I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe. I would do best in a home with only adult humans. A volunteer writes: Washer is our discerning and accomplished treat commissioner. She has her credentials but we don't have all the details because we don't know much about her history before coming to the Care Center. Washer was brought to us with Drier (221156) when they were left in a carrier in a building hallway. Adjusting to life at the Care Center can be a big ask for some, Washer included, so she spends a lot of time napping in her den. Whenever we offer food, however, Washer's expertise (and curiosity) essentially requires her to inspect. Sometimes she'll even come to walk out for a full survey before changing her mind and requesting treats be brought to her den. Though I wish Washer would tell me a little bit more about herself, we have seen her adorably playing with her treats in her den, which I asked about and it's a very legit method. We're hoping a patient family will be coming Washer's way soon.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 6.6 lbs

Medical Notes

2/24/2025

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 the police; transported in a vehicle with an ill chicken Subjective: BAR H pink 1 sec Observed Behavior - hissed, tried to run away, ear back; tail tucked under Evidence of Cruelty seen - No Evidence of Trauma seen – No Evidence of Neglect- No Objective P = 200hr R = 40rr BCS 5/9 EENT: Eyes- OD lower lid entropion, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: scant tartar PLN: No enlargements noted H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI MSI: before sedation ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: before sedation mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Assessment -OD- lower lid entropion -transported in vehicle with ill chicken Prognosis: Good Plan: Telazol- 0.12 ml IM Intake procedures SURGERY: Okay for surgery Needs OD entropion surgery (consider in house correction)

4/3/2025

An Animal Care Request was put into an unused category for 3/1/25 indicating that pt was found overnight with lower jaw stuck in ID band. It was removed but pt was noted to be bleeding from the gums and have irritation on the back of the neck. Because it was placed in a category that isn't used, this ACR wasn't noticed until today. S: Alert, curled up in the back of the cubby. Hissed at me multiple times when I approached. Visual exam due to FAS O: No lesions noted in mouth or on lips when pt hissed. OD lower lid entropion noted, fur rubbing on cornea Volunteer reported pt is uncomfortable due to entropion A: 1. No indication of long-term effects from ID collar being stuck in mouth 2. Entropion OD lower lid P: Rec entropion repair and spay in near future 1088

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Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

KNOWN HISTORY:: Washer was brought in as a stray, there is no known information on her behavior history in a home environment.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: Prior assessment on 2/28/25: Washer is a shy, timid, and independent cat. She was lying down hiding in the den with her front limbs extended forward. When removing the den cover, her eyes widen and she steps to the back corner of the den. When reaching close to offer treats on the scratcher tool, she begins hissing and then pauses to sniff the treat. She begins growling when pet on the head and cheeks and looks back at the tool when stroking her body. She spins around and lip licks when applying gentle upward pressure on her side. Pick up was not attempted in order to reduce stress. 3/2/25 Vol. Resting in den with head poking out. Hissed when the tool approached but leaned out to sniff a cup of chicken, Temptations and squeeze-up and then ate them when left just outside. Low growled as I tidied her food dishes. Stuck her head out to eat more treats directly from the tool, but could not coax further out of den. Low growled some, but continued to enjoy treats from within her den. Pulled away from pets with the tool while eating. 3/9/25 Vol. Washer was deep in her den and I found her looking forward when I lifted the den cover to get a visual. She did not come forward to the treat extended through the portal but will poke her head out to get Sheba sticks. I was unable to get her to leave the den entirely, and at one point she extended her paw to grab the tool. 3/14/25 Vol. In hidey box, could barely see her. Put in squeeze trat bowl, she put her face out to look before pulling back in. Eyes round, ears normal. Approached with hard treats on scratcher tool, she sniffed and pulled back. Rested tool - no reaction. Sweet talked and ended interaction. 3/22/25 FB26 The cat is resting in the den, staying alert with wide eyes after lifting up den cover. She hisses and tenses up but allows petting through the portal door with the scratcher tool on her head and body. Throughout the interaction, she remains in place, meowing stressfully. Although offered treats, she remains cautious of her surroundings. 3/25/25 Vol. Lounging in back of kennel with flat ears and wide eyes. Hissed when door was opened. She did manage to eat two Squeeze-ups from clicker. Hissed at laser toy. Did move to eat tuna added to her dish. 3/26/25 Vol. Washer was lying at back of cubby, curled up in a loose ball. She lifted her head, but did not show interest in a feather toy. Her eyes were squinty, with dilated pupils. She did not get up, but ate squeeze up from scratcher tool while remaining in place. She leaned into gentle cheek rubs with the scratcher tool, then accepted more squeeze up. Afterward she put her head down and appeared to sleep. *Enrichment Notes continue in GAN*

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Laid back,Mellow

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Shy ,Sweet,Curious,Timid,Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,New home adjustment period

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3

RECOMMENDATIONS:: Adult only home

Recommendations comments:: Due to fearfulness. Counselor discretion is advised.

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: Washer was calmly resting in the top cubby with her head raised. She appeared alert with neutral eyes and ears relaxed and forward. When approached, she sniffed the scratcher tool but slowly backed away, though she allowed petting on her head and body. After a few strokes, she head-butted the tool and accepted treats while staying in her position. She also let the handler pet her while eating but ended the interaction to minimize stress. Washer tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. Due to the behaviors seen in the care center, we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced, adult only home.