02/17/2024
***PASSED AWAY IN THE SHELTER 2/14/24***
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Shirley was surrendered by her owner due to moving to a place that doesn't allow pets.
Recommend EPL for medical reasons - Shirley has a URI and prolonged anorexia with severe weight loss. She has a feeding tube (nasoesophageal) in place, but has not shown signs of improvement. She will need continued supportive care and may need an esophagostomy tube placed if her appetite does not improve.
What my friends at ACC say about me:
I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe.
I have lived with cats.
Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy!
Shirley tolerates 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 this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. Due to the behavior shown, she may not be a great fit for young children. Any home with older children prepared to adopt this cat should conduct a thorough interaction and endeavor to monitor this cat around their children to prevent these behaviors from being reinforced.
Please check here for updated adoption hours.
Brooklyn Center
Hello, my name is Shirley. My animal id is #192598. I am a desexed female tortoiseshell cat at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 9 months 1 weeks old.
I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 1/31/2024, with the surrender reason stated as person circumstance- moving - no pets allowed.
Recommend EPL for medical reasons - Shirley has a URI and prolonged anorexia with severe weight loss. She has a feeding tube (nasoesophageal) in place, but has not shown signs of improvement. She will need continued supportive care and may need an esophagostomy tube placed if her appetite does not improve.
Let's get to know each other a bit more...
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Recommend EPL for medical reasons - Shirley has a URI and prolonged anorexia with severe weight loss. She has a feeding tube (nasoesophageal) in place, but has not shown signs of improvement. She will need continued supportive care and may need an esophagostomy tube placed if her appetite does not improve.
What my friends at ACC say about me:
I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe.
I have lived with cats.
Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy!
Shirley tolerates 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 this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. Due to the behavior shown, she may not be a great fit for young children. Any home with older children prepared to adopt this cat should conduct a thorough interaction and endeavor to monitor this cat around their children to prevent these behaviors from being reinforced.
Please check here for updated adoption hours.
My medical notes are...
Weight: 5.1 lbs
Vet Notes
Post Surgery Note
1/31/2024
[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 7-12 months based on teeth and weight
Microchip noted on Intake? neg
History: o/s 3 adult cats
Subjective: QARH.
Observed Behavior - quiet, nervous initially, allows all handling and tasks when going slow
Is there evidence of Cruelty? no
Is there evidence of Neglect? no
Is there evidence of Trauma? no
Objective
T =
P = 180
R = eup
BCS = 4/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: no ulcers or lesions. clean young adult teeth
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupnic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: female - shaved and no spay scar seen, prominent ni***es, no vulvar discharge
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Re**al: externally clean
Wood's Lamp Exam:
Assessment
Apparently healthy junior intact F DSH
Prognosis: Excellent
Plan:
Routine intake tasks
SURGERY:
Okay for surgery
2/9/2024
Progress exam
Subjective:
QAR, no c/s/v/d. No interest in food, marked ptyalism
Objective:
Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge
Nasal Cavity: No discharge, mild congestion
Lungs: Eupneic
Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness.
Neuro: Appropriate mentation.
Assessment:
-URI
-Ptyalism (r/o secondary to oral ulceration)
-Hyporexia
Plan:
-Placed URI signage, monitoring log
-Give zorbium once for suspect oral ulcers
-Start LRS 20 ml/kg SQ q24h x 2d until 2/10
-Start onsior 2 mg/kg SQ q24h x 1d until 2/9
-Start entyce 2 mg/kg PO q24h x 2d until 2/10
-CTM closely on daily rounds
2/9/2024
Persistent ptyalism. Start cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ q24h x2d until 2/11
2/10/2024
Recheck URI/appetite - notes on rounds board include gagging, excessive drooling, lethargy, ocular and nasal discharge
S/O:
QAR, resting on top of den, lethargic
Not eating, severe hypersalivation noted
Moderate-severe mucopurulent nasal discharge
Mouth slightly open with moderate congestion
Eupneic
Reweigh - 5.1 lbs today, 6.3 lbs 11 days ago
A:
Anorexia
Severe URI
Lethargy
Hypersalivation - ro oral ulceration vs nausea
Severe/rapid weight loss, underweight
P:
Move to medical
Start doxycycline 10 mg/kg PO SID x 10 days
Start mirataz SID x 3 days
Start medical feedings BID x 5 days
Extend SQ LRS 75 ml SID x 5 days
Extend entyce 2 mg/kg PO SID x 5 days
Extend cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ SID
CTM closely in medical, consider e-tube if anorexia persists
2/11/2024
Progress exam
Subjective:
QAR to dull, sneezing. No c/v/d, no interest in food
Objective:
Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge
Nasal Cavity: Severe mucopurulent nasal discharge
Oral: Marked ptyalism, no ulceration present
Lungs: Eupneic
Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness. Marked diffuse muscle wasting
Neuro: Quiet mentation.
NE tube placement:
A 5 Fr red rubber feeding tube was measured to from nose tip to the 8th intercostal space. Proparacaine drops were used to numb both eyes and both nostrils. The tube was then lubricated with a mix of sterile lubricant and lidocaine gel and fed ventromedially into the left nasal cavity. Placement was confirmed using negative pressure, capnograph, and a lateral radiograph. The tube was then secured at the bridge of the nose and at the forehead using skin glue The tube was then flushed with water and capped, and an E-collar was placed to prevent dislogement
Assessment:
-Anorexia
-Severe URI
-Lethargy
-Hypersalivation
-Severe rapid weight loss
Plan:
-Placed NE tube, start feeding liquid diet q12h until 2/13--unable to give full RER due to small tube diameter, q12h feeding schedule. Consider full e-tube if appetite does not return with supportive care
-Continue doxycycline 10 mg/kg PO Q24h until 2/20
-Continue entyce 2 mg/kg PO q24h until 2/15
-Continue cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ q24h until 2/15
-Continue mirtazapine to pinna q24h until 2/13
-Continue medical feeding q12h until 2/15
-Continue LRS 20 ml/kg SQ q24h until 2/15
-CTM closely
2/12/2024
Progress exam
Subjective:
QAR, no c/v/d. Marked sneezing, no interest in food. Leaning into pets and purring throughout exam
Objective:
Eyes: Clear bilaterally, no discharge
Oral/Nasal Cavity: Moderate mucopurulent discharge, mild ptyalism today
Lungs: Eupneic
Musculoskeletal: Ambulatory x 4 with no appreciable lameness.
Neuro: Appropriate mentation.
Assessment:
-Anorexia
-Severe URI
-Lethargy
-Hypersalivation
-Severe rapid weight loss
Plan:
-Continue tube feedings q12h x 3d until 2/13--if appetite does not return, schedule for e-tube placement
-Continue doxycycline 10 mg/kg PO Q24h until 2/20
-Continue entyce 2 mg/kg PO q24h until 2/15
-Continue cerenia 1 mg/kg SQ q24h until 2/15
-Continue mirtazapine to pinna q24h until 2/13
-Continue medical feeding q12h until 2/15
-Continue LRS 20 ml/kg SQ q24h until 2/15
-CTM closely
2/13/2024
Recheck anorexia and URI; staff having difficulties feeding through NE tube (time consuming and physically difficult due to large syringe/small tube)
S/O:
QAR, not eating
Sounds like she's purring (difficult to tell as so congested), kneading, allows all handling
No c/s/v/d noted
No notable oral ulceration on brief oral exam, mild crusted discharge from mouth
Severe congestion, slightly open mouth while breathing
Moderate mucopurulent nasal discharge
NE tube in place
A:
Persistent anorexia
Severe URI
NE tube in place
Severe, rapid weight loss; underweight
P:
Scheduled e-tube placement tomorrow for more adequate feeding
Continue doxycycline, entyce, cerenia, SQF, mirataz, medical feedings
CTM closely on rounds
2/2/2024
Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, and surgery performed by offsite vet. Medical record uploaded to Vet Documents.
Green linear tattoo placed lateral to incision.
GIVE: 0.09 ml of meloxicam 1.5 mg/ml PO for 2 days starting the day after surgery. For pain management.
Details on my behavior are...
Behavior Condition: 2. Blue
Behavior History
Behavior Assessment
During intake Shirley was tense and was shying away from the counselor. She allowed them to pick her up collar her and take her picture with no problems.
Basic Information:: Shirly is a tortie female cat that was surrendered by her owner due to the fact they were moving and could no longer have pets.
How is this cat around strangers?: When around strangers she is shy for a few moments then she will warm up. When playing with adults she is gentle.
How is this cat around children?: Shirley has not spent time in the home with children so it is unknown how she will react.
How is this cat around other cats?: Shirley has spent time in the home with 2 male cats. When around them he was relaxed and respectful.
How is this cat around dogs?: Shirley has not spent time in the home with dogs so it is unknown how he will react.
Behavior Notes: When being bathed or having her nails trimmed she struggle to get away. She is not bothered if someone was to hold her or put her into a carrier.
Bite history:: Shirley does not have a bite history,
Energy level/descriptors:: medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: No reported medical concerns
For a New Family to Know: Owner described Shirley as friendly, shy, quiet and independent. When at home she likes to be in the same room as people or in the her favorite spots. She has been kept indoors only and eats both wet and dry cat food. She likes cat nip and playing with stuffed mice. She is used to unhooded litter box with clumping litter.
KNOWN HISTORY:: Lived Indoors
Previously lived with: 2 Adults, 2 Cats
Behavior toward strangers: When around strangers she is shy for a few moments then she will warm up. When playing with adults she is gentle.
Behavior toward children: Shirley has not spent time in the home with children so it is unknown how she will react.
Behavior toward cats: Shirley has spent time in the home with 2 male cats. When around them she was relaxed and respectful.
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown
Bite or Scratch history: None
Litter box training: Yes, she is used to unhooded litter box with clumping litter
Energy level/descriptors: Medium Energy Level
Other notes: Owner described Shirley as friendly, shy, quiet and independent. When at home she likes to be in the same room as people or in her favorite spots. She likes cat nip and playing with stuffed mice. When being bathed or having her nails trimmed she struggle to get away. She is not bothered if someone was to hold her or put her into a carrier.
During intake Shirley was tense and was shying away from the counselor. She allowed them to pick her up collar her and take her picture with no problems.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:: 2/4/24
Shirley was in her den. I lifted the panel and placed treats just outside of the den. She stepped half-way out and ate them. I put treats further away from the den, closer to the kennel door, and she came all the way out of the den to get them. She allowed all petting, meowing softly from time to time. She is very sweet.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:: Subdued
VOCAL:: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: : Curious,Playful,Shy ,Independent,People oriented,Timid,Sweet
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:: Fearful,New home adjustment period
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: : Level 3
RECOMMENDATIONS:: No young children
Recommendations comments:: Due to showing signs of FAS in shelter, and requiring a longer period to warm up - the behavior team recommends Shirley goes to a home with no young children under the age of 13 to provide her with an environment in which they can appropriately acclimate.
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:: On approach, Shirley is in her den with her face visible from the den opening, neutral face and ears forward. She initially tense when the cage door opens and she pulls her head into the den. When the assessor slowly offers the scratcher tool, she leans forward slightly to sniff but cant be coaxed out of her den with treats. Over some time, the assessor offers their hand and she sniffs their hand before allowing and leaning into pets on her head and cheeks, as well as rubbing her cheek along the den opening. Pick up is not attempted.
Shirley tolerates 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 this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents. Due to the behavior shown, she may not be a great fit for young children. Any home with older children prepared to adopt this cat should conduct a thorough interaction and endeavor to monitor this cat around their children to prevent these behaviors from being reinforced.
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