Adopt Smokey

Chunky Middle-Aged, Level 2 Man, Smokey, Loves Being Scratched!

ACC NYC - Manhattan Center

96659 - Smokey

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10 year old neutered male
Owner Surrender 6/28
16 lbs
Level 2

Medical:

28-Jun-2020

Vet Notes: 6:01 PM
DVM Intake Exam

Estimated age: 10 years
Microchip noted on Intake? Negative

History: Owner surrender. O reported he has a hx of a UTI from last year and so he has only been eating wet food.

Subjective: BAR

Observed Behavior -Hissing, swatting and growling. Dilated pupils. Sedated for exam.

Evidence of Cruelty seen -No
Evidence of Trauma seen -No

Objective

T =
P =wnl
R =wnl
BCS 7/9

EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: 3/4, fractured right maxillary canine
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: M/N
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, ~1 cm moist superficial wound on lower left ventrum, moist superficial wound medial left stifle
CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Rectal: Clean externally

Assessment:
-Dental dz, fractured canine
-Wounds x 2
-Overweight

Prognosis: Good

Plan:
-Sedated with Telazol (100 mg/mL) 0.3 mL IM
-CBC/chem/urinalysis to Idexx, interpret tomorrow
-"Wet food only" sign on cage
-Convenia 0.7 mL SQ
-Cleaned wounds and applied TAB ointment
-Recommend ~5 lb weight loss
-Recommend dental with x-rays and extractions once placed

SURGERY:
Already neutered

30-Jun-2020

Blood Work Interpretation
Other Lab Interpretation
Vet Notes: 12:49 PM

BLOOD WORK RESULTS:
NSF

URINE RESULTS:
occasional struvite r/o specimen handling vs LUTD vs other

Monitor urinations
repeat urine results in 1 month to check for struvite

Behavior Assessment:
This information is supplied as a guide only based on the history supplied to us and on our observations of the animal in the shelter. Animal Care Centers of NYC, its employees and agents accept no responsibility in the event that the animal behaved differently from its description above nor are any guarantees made in respect of its future behavior.

Animal Behavior Saved At: 1-Jul-2020 17:28:52.000

Animal ID:96659
Animal Name: Smokey
Age: 10 Years 2 Weeks (approx)
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Gender: Male
Spayed / Neutered: Yes

Behavior Assessment Date:
7/1/2020

Retest Date:
8/1/2020

KNOWN HISTORY:
Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 2 adults, 2 children
Behavior toward strangers: Smokey is described as friendly/outgoing.
Behavior toward children: Smokey previously lived with two children ages 3 and 2 who is described as relaxed and affectionate.
Behavior toward cats: Doesn’t get along with other cats.
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown/
Bite or Scratch history: None.
Litter box training:
Energy level/descriptors: Medium
Other notes: Smokey is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, mellow, and independent. Smokey is known to have a medium activity level. Owner's favorite thing about Smokey is he loves to be scratched. He doesn’t like to hear her daughters cry and he will check on them when they do. He love to look out the window. When you're home with him he likes to follow owner from room to room. He likes to play with balls, string and laser pointers. Smokey was fed wet Friskie's variety of flavors twice a day, once in the morning and the other at night. He is litter box trained using a hooded box with pellet litter. He will use boxes for scratching posts. During car rides Smokey will cry. When given a bath or trimming her nails Smokey will struggle to get away. Smokey enjoys being brushed and held.

ENRICHMENT NOTES:

6/29/20
Hiding in his den on approach. Hisses softly at the assessor when spoken softly. Kept interaction short to avoid escalation. Needs time to adjust.

6/30/20
Sitting upright by the front. Sniffs valerian scented toy given and starts to play with it and roll around. Gave some treats after. Petting was not attempted to have a positive interaction. Seems calmer today.

EVALUATION:

ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Moderate

VOCAL:
Quiet

CHARACTER TYPE:
Social
Sweet
Affectionate
Playful
Easy going
Graceful
Curious
Independent

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
New home adjustment period

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Level 2

RECOMMENDATIONS:
No other cats OR multi-cat home with adopters experienced with introducing new cats

BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Smokey was resting by the front with a soft body. He engaged and greeted the assessor with tail high. Smokey ate the squeeze up treat offered. He enjoyed gentle petting along the head and back, leaning in for cheek rubs. Smokey started to play and roll around with a catnip toy given.

Smokey seems to be a social, affectionate, calm and playful cat. He might take time to adjust to his new home as he seemed agitated when arrived to the shelter. This cat is showing behavior appropriate for cat parents with either an average amount of cat experience or demonstrate a basic understanding of typical cat behavior.

Owner Notes:

This behavior note was written by the previous owner of this pet. Animal Care Centers of NYC provides this as a guide for optimal pet placement.
Please use these notes in conjunction with the information provided by NYCACC.

Animal ID: 96659
Animal Name: Smokey
Breed: Domestic Short Hair

This animal came from:
Origin Address

Basic Information:
Smokey is a domestic short hair approximately 10 years old who was rescue from the owner from the street. Smokey was surrendered due to owner moving and cannot take their pet.

Previously lived with:
2 adults, 2 children

How is this cat around strangers?
Around strangers Smokey is described as friendly/outgoing.

How is this cat around children?
Smokey previously lived with two children ages 3 and 2 who is described as relaxed and affectionate.

How is this cat around other cats?
Previous owner did not have any other cats in the home so behavior not observed.

How is this cat around dogs?
Previous owner did not have any dogs in the home so behavior not observed.

Behavior Notes
During car rides Smokey will cry. When given a bath or trimming her nails Smokey will struggle to get away. Smokey enjoys being brushed and held.

Bite history:
No known bite history during time of intake.

Energy level/descriptors:
Medium

Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
Yes

Medical Notes
Owner stated Smokey has FLUTD.

For a New Family to Know
Smokey is described as friendly, affectionate, playful, mellow, and independent. Smokey is known to have a medium activity level. Owner's favorite thing about Smokey is he loves to be scratched. He doesn’t like to hear her daughters cry and he will check on them when they do. He love to look out the window. When you're home with him he likes to follow owner from room to room. He likes to play with balls, string and laser pointers.Smokey was fed wet Friskie's/ variety of flavors twice a day, once in the morning and the other at night. He is litter box trained using a hooded box with pellet litter. He will use boxes for scratching posts.

Behavior Notes:
Smokey had a loose body and allowed pets. Once picked up and placed into a carrier, Smokey kissed. Smokey allowed to be collared and scanned for a chip.