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Mimi is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Mimi has been having persistent vomiting and diarrhea since arriving at the shelter. It has been refractory to the usual treatments. Mimi needs a special diet trial and additional diagnostics (GI panel, AUS, +/- biopsies).

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This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information. Mimi is on the at-risk list for medical concerns. Mimi has been having persistent vomiting and diarrhea since arriving at the shelter. It has been refractory to the usual treatments. Mimi needs a special diet trial and additional diagnostics (GI panel, AUS, +/- biopsies). Mimi appreciates some attention and petting but appears fearful or stressed in the shelter. She may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to her new home. We recommend that this cat go to an adult-only home with experienced cat parents. A volunteer writes: Mimi feels compelled to stay ready for when you come in, so she likes to nap right at the front. She's a glass half full kind of cat and welcoming visitors has kind of become her thing. As a perfect seven year old optimist, Mimi knows she may have to work a little harder than the kittens to stand out, but stand out she does! She knows that every moment is a chance to be great and bonus points if you get to use your moment to make a friend. Her approach to life is beautiful and also instantly evident. As soon as I walked by her condo, Mimi popped out of her nap and right into my arms to say hello. With her head in my hands, Mimi danced and snuggled her way right into my heart. She may look like a tiny kitten, but she's got a great big heart and is really so excited for a second chance.

My medical notes are...

Weight: 5.375 lbs

Medical Notes

11/17/2024

DVM Intake Exam Estimated age: Noted as either 5 or 7 years per O. Exam consistent with 7 years. Microchip noted on Intake? N History: O surrender Subjective: Observed Behavior - Hissing, growling. Sedated for exam. Is there evidence of Cruelty? N Is there evidence of Neglect? N Is there evidence of Trauma? N Objective Sedated for exam with 0.07 ml IM each butorphanol 10 mg/ml and dexdomitor 500 mcg/kg IM. After, reversed with antisedan. BCS 4-5/9 EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted Oral Exam: Grade 3 periodontal disease H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated U/G: FI, no spay scar or tattoo noted MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities Rectal: Externally normal Assessment Periodontal disease Prognosis: Good with treatment Plan: Recommend bloodwork and dental with placement SURGERY: Okay for surgery

11/19/2024

Diarrhea present in kennel Subjective: QBAR, no C/S/V. Diarrhea noted on shelf in condo F/S: 7 Objective: EYES: Clear LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4 NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed Diarrhea PLAN: Per standing orders -Start psyllium husk 1/2 scoops PO q24h x5days & fortiflora 1 packet PO q24h x5days -CTM, recheck on 11/24

11/25/2024

Progress exam: Diarrhea recheck, mild URI symptoms present. Subjective: QBAR, no C/V/D. No diarrhea was seen in condo or reported on rounds board. Sneezing present. Objective: EYES: Clear, no discharge. OD watery LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: mild clear serous discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed URI PLAN: Per standing orders -Under the weather, ppe sign & monitor log placed on kennel -Start fortiflora 1 packet PO q24h x10days -CTM, recheck on 11/28

11/26/2024

Vomiting and diarrhea noted intermittently. S/O: BAR at front of kennel, meows when approached Feces in kennel - some FS 7/7 with pieces of FS 5/7 Vomit is thin/watery brown No reports of inappetence Eupneic A: Vomiting, diarrhea P: Scheduled bloodwork, CTM while at QACC

11/27/2024

Blood collected for CBC/CHEM/T4 to idexx

11/27/2024

Progress exam: URI recheck Subjective: QAR, no C/S/V/D audibly congested. Objective: EYES: Clear discharge LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: clear serous discharge MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed URI PLAN: Per standing orders -Start doxy 50mg/ml PO q24h x10days -Per 1438 start fluids 50ml SQ q24h x3days -CTM recheck on 12/1

11/29/2024

Recheck, bw results S/O: QAR at back of kennel Appetite fair to poor (AS 2-3), not interested in treats (Note on rounds board that she ate her afternoon food on 11/26) Diarrhea 7/7 noted yesterday Sneezing with moderate congestion audible No active ocular or nasal discharge Eupneic CBC: neutrophils H 15.315 (2.62-15.17), lymphocytes L 0.711 (0.85-5.85), monocytes H 2.151 (0.04-0.53) *Platelets appear markedly decreased, but severe platelet clumping or fibrin strands noted CHEM: bilirubin-total H 0.4 (0.0-0.3) T4: wnl A: Vomiting Diarrhea Hyporexia Weight loss/underweight URI Stress leukogram Hyperbilirubinemia - ro intrahepatic vs extra hepatic cholestasis (ro pancreatitis vs other) Thrombocytopenia - ro artifact (secondary to clumping) vs true P: Move to ICU for closer monitoring Reweigh today - lost 12 oz in 12 days Extend SQ LRS 75 ml SID x 3 days Start cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ SID x 3 days Feed bland i/d diet only Recheck in 2 days Consider rechecking CBC if concern for true thrombocytopenia

12/2/2024

Reason for recheck: Recheck vomiting/diarrhea, weight loss. S/O: Patient is BAR in kennel, up at front and purring. Appears to have eaten all food offered today. No v/d/c/s noted. No ocular/nasal discharge. Eupneic. Normal abdominal silhouette. A: Weight loss since intake of 12oz (last recorded 11/29) No vomiting/diarrhea noted today Appetite appears improved today. P: 1) Recheck again tomorrow to make sure patient continuing to do well. 2) Requesting weight check tomorrow with LVT 3) Course of SQ LRS (75 ml SID), cerenia (1mg/kg SQ) ends tomorrow. Not extending at this time. 4) Recheck on 12/3 when off treatments to see if we need to consider extending them. 5) Consider rechecking CBC if concern for true thrombocytopenia 6) Continue to feed bland i/d diet only

12/2/2024

Reweigh # 4.9375

12/2/2024

Progress exam: URI recheck Subjective: BAR, no C/S/V/D. Good appetite Objective: EYES: Clear, no discharge LUNGS: Eupneic, no sign of respiratory distress NASAL CAVITY: no discharge noted MUSCULOSKELETAL: Ambulatory x4, no lameness or lesions NEURO: Appropriate mentation ASSESSMENT: Presumed URI PLAN: Per standing orders -CTM, recheck on 12/5

12/3/2024

Brief recheck today to make sure patient is still eating and has not had any vomiting or diarrhea. Patient is up at front of kennel, soliciting affection. No v/d/c/s noted. Appears to have eaten all wet food offered. A: Vomiting/diarrhea - Appears to have resolved Hyporexia - improving P: CTM while in care. If continues to do well, move out of ICU. Scheduling brief recheck 12/3 and full recheck 12/4.

12/4/2024

Issue List: - h/o GI issues- resolving - underweight - h/o URI Q-BAR H-DH hissing during PE; hiding under bedding EENT: no nasal or ocular discharge noted H/L: eupneic PLN: WNL ABD: relaxed U/G: FI MSI: Ambulatory x 4, generalized muscle wasting CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities A) generalized muscle wasting still not eating very well P) continue to monitor in medical

12/5/2024

Diarrhea mixed FS 7/7 with some formed pieces reported. BAR, appetite okay, no vomiting noted. A: Diarrhea, vomiting - ro chronic GI disease (IBD vs lymphoma vs other) P: Recommend placement for additional diagnostics and treatments, ideally HA diet trial and AUS/GI panel. CTM and recheck URI/GI signs as scheduled

12/8/2024

S/O -recheck weight, hx of V/D, per staff V has improved, still some loose stool, eating well today, , gained about 1/2 pound since 12/2 EENT: no ocular or nasal dc, mm pm <2 HL: eupneic MSI: amb x 4, good skin turgor A. Diarrhea- somewhat improved still occurring intermittently V- no V reported since last exam P. CTM while add QACC Forti flora 1 packet SID x 7 days Recommend further diagnostics with placement if D persists (GI panel, AUS). Recheck in 1 week with re-weigh, sooner if V/D reoccurs

Details on my behavior are...

Behavior Condition: 3. Yellow

Behavior History
Behavior Assessment

during intake cat allowed all handling

Basic Information:: Mimi is a 5 yr old indoor cat that was surrendered by owner. Owner did not have the proper time to care for the cat and preferred to rehome with a loving family. The owner had the cat in the home for 5 years.

Previously lived with:: 2 Adults

How is this cat around strangers?: Mimi will hide a first and prefers contact on her terms.

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: Is unbothered when picked up and held or placed in carrier. It is unknown how Mimi will react if her nails are trimmed coat is brushed since it's never been done.

Bite history:: none reported

Energy level/descriptors:: Low

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No

Medical Notes: none reported

For a New Family to Know: Mimi is an independent cat that mostly spends time on her own in the home. She had free range of the house, but likes to rest in the bedroom. Mimi plays gently and scratches on cardboard. Her favorite treats are tuna flavored and eats both wet and dry food. She had 1 uncovered litter box with unscented litter kept in the living room.

KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors Previously lived with: 2 Adults Behavior toward strangers: Mimi will hide a first and prefers contact on her terms. Behavior toward children: Unknown Behavior toward cats: Unknown Behavior toward dogs: Unknown Bite or Scratch history: None Litter box training: Yes, She had 1 uncovered litter box with unscented litter kept in the living room. Energy level/descriptors: Low Energy Level Other notes: Mimi is an independent cat that mostly spends time on her own in the home. She had free range of the house, but likes to rest in the bedroom. Mimi plays gently and scratches on cardboard. Her favorite treats are tuna flavored and eats both wet and dry food. Is unbothered when picked up and held or placed in carrier. It is unknown how Mimi will react if her nails are trimmed coat is brushed since it's never been done. During intake cat allowed all handling

ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 11/21/24 FB79 In the front of her cubby, Mimi has a relaxed/neutral face and body with forward ears and almond eyes. She sniffs my hand and remains still until i place some treats in front of her which she sniffs and begins to enjoy; she allows pets on her head/cheeks as well as down her back and even head bunts for more pets when she finished her treats. Mimi allowed me to pick her up and place her back briefly and back in kennel she had no reaction with her paws tucked away under her body. 11/24/24 Vol Mimi approached the front of her kennel as soon as she saw me coming towards her. I gave her Temptations and she allowed me to pet her as she ate them. She accepted all petting on her head and body. She got very close to my face and looked me directly in the eye. She is very sweet and likes affection and treats.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Mellow

VOCAL:: Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE: : Calm,Sweet,Affectionate,Curious

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: New home adjustment period

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 2

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: On approach, Mimi is laying in her hide box with a slightly tense face and body, eyes almond and hisses once before slow blinking, ears forward. When the assessor offers their hand out, she lip licks but accepts pets along her head and side. She then flattens onto her side and accepts more pets with a softer face but remains wary of the environment. Pick up is not attempted at this time. 11/25/24 Although timid initially, Mimi has now warmed up to the shelter environment! Mimi was lying in the back of her kennel as the assessor approached, body and face neutral and ears forward. Mimi made eye contact when spoken to and she softened her expression while slow-blinking as the kennel door opened. Mimi stepped forward when called and she allowed all petting while leaning in, raising her tail and purring. Mimi remained calm when lifted and placed back down. Mimi interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for cat parents with either an average amount of cat experience, demonstrate a basic understanding of typical cat behavior.