19/11/2023
***ADOPTED 12/19/23***
NEW PHOTOS - Bash is a calm and mellow guy who is easily overstimulated!
Bash was surrendered due to owner no longer able to care for him due to her being pregnant. Poor Bash is now out of a home and needs your help. Please consider fostering or adopting Bash today.
Manhattan Center
Bash 185869
Care Center Location: Manhattan Animal Care Center
Zip Code: NEW YORK NY 10029
Intake Type: Owner Surrender
Medical Behavior: 3. Yellow
Age: 3 Years 2 Weeks
S*x: Male
Spayed/Neutered: No
Weight: 8.2
Medical
Date
Reasons
Vet Notes
Vet
Date Resolved
9-Nov-2023
DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 2:17 PM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: Reported 3y, exam agrees
Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative
History: Owner surrender due to pregnancy.
Subjective: BAR
Observed Behavior - Allows all handling for exam, but does not tolerate restraint for tasks. Starts growling and hissing and tries to flee.
Evidence of Cruelty seen -no
Evidence of Neglect seen-no
Evidence of Trauma seen -no
Objective
T =
P =wnl
R =wnl
BCS 5/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: clean adult dentition
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: male intact, 2 scrotal te**es
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Re**al: normal external
Wood's Lamp Exam: not performed
Assessment
apparently healthy
Prognosis:
good
Plan:
intake tasks
neuter
new home
needs behavior assessment
SURGERY:
Okay for surgery
VET 991697
Behavior
KNOWN HISTORY:
Indoor cat with access to a terrace; remains indoors during the night and during cold weather.
Previously lived with: adults, SMB dog
Behavior toward strangers: Tolerant with strangers and plays gently with visitors.
Behavior toward children: Plays gently with children.
Behavior toward cats: Is tolerant with other cats.
Behavior toward dogs: Prefers contact on their own terms with dogs. Will swat at dogs when space is invaded.
Bite or Scratch history: No bite/scratch history reported.
Litter box training: Has litter box accidents a few times a month. Will urinate on clothing and furniture. Issue has been ongoing for an estimated year and occurs when box is full due to litterbox not sufficiently scooped. Previously accustomed to 1 litterbox, located in easily accessible location in hallway/tucked away. Has not been seen by a vet. Soiled areas were blocked to prevent further accidents.
Energy level/descriptors: medium energy, friendly, quiet, lazy/couch potato, lap cat, independent and a cat who prefers contact on his own terms
Other notes: Spends most of his time where people are, bedroom and living room. Likes to chase/pounce on toys and likes things that crinkle. Rarely had interactive playtime at previous home. Likes to scratch on carpet/fabric and prefers to scratch on vertical surfaces. He likes to sleep with someone at night, likes to look out the window and watch birds from the terrace. He will hide in fear, has litter box accidents and dislikes dogs.
ENRICHMENT NOTES:
11/13/23
Bash was sitting in the middle of his cat condo. He appeared relaxed but alert. I placed treats in his kennel which he sniffed then ate. After few treats, I coxed him closer to the front for some pets on the head while he finished his treats. After a few minutes of petting, he walked back to the middle of his kennel and sat there, watching.
EVALUATION:
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Mellow
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Social
Calm
Graceful
Curious
Timid
Skittish
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
New home adjustment period
Overstimulation
Fearful
Potential challenges comments:
Bash is social and affectionate but appears to potentially get overstimulated. As a result of the observed body language that can lead to an escalation in overstimulation we recommend adopters who are familiar with signs of behavioral arousal and agitation in cats, so that interactions can be ended before Bash becomes overstimulated. We also recommend fishing pole-type toys for play as they allow for interaction and vigorous, stimulating exercise while keeping human hands at a distance.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Level 3
RECOMMENDATIONS:
No dogs
Recommendations comments:
It is reported by the previous owner that Bash doesn't like dogs and will swat at when space is invaded.
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Upon approach Bash curiously sniffed the treats the assessor provided. The assessor presented the scratch tool, Bash hissed then ran on top of his den. The assessor was able to pet him on the cheeks & head with their hand, but he cringed away, hissed, lifted his paw, ran down to the main area of his kennel and began to flick his tail. Pick up was not attempted due to high FAS.
Bash tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter, and may be intimidated by small children. He may be a little more independent, and may need time to warm up to his 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.
Profile
Date of Intake 9-Nov-2023
Is this cat having litter box issues? Yes
If yes, Please elaborate: Has litter box accidents a few times a month. Will urinate on clothing and furniture. Issue has been ongoing for an estimated year and occurs when box is full due to litterbox not sufficiently scooped. Previously accustomed to 1 litterbox, located in easily accessible location in hallway/tucked away. Has not been seen by a vet. Soiled areas were blocked to prevent further accidents.
Basic Information: 3 year old, male cat. Was acquired through friends and surrendered due to being pregnant. Previous owner had him for an estimated year.
How is this cat around strangers? Tolerant with strangers and plays gently with visitors.
How is this cat around children? Plays gently with children.
How is this cat around other cats? Is tolerant with other cats.
How is this cat around dogs? Prefers contact on their own terms with dogs. Will swat at dogs when spaced is invaded.
Behavior Notes Is not bothered when getting coat brushed. Struggles when being picked up/held and is afraid when being placed in carrier. Behavior is unknown when getting nails trimmed.
Bite history: No bite/scratch history reported.
Energy level/descriptors: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues? No
For a New Family to Know Described as friendly, quiet, lazy/couch potato, lap cat, independent and a cat who prefers contact on his own terms. Is an indoor cat with access to a terrace; remains indoors during the night and during cold weather. Spends most of his time where people are, bedroom and living room. Likes to chase/pounce on toys and likes things that crinkle. Rarely had interactive playtime at previous home. Likes to scratch on carpet/fabric and prefers to scratch on vertical surfaces. Eats dry food and favorite treat is salmon. He likes to sleep with someone at night, likes to look out the window and watch birds from the terrace. He will hide in fear, has litter box accidents and dislikes dogs. Accustomed to using 1 litterbox; located in hallway, uncovered, scented/clumping/clay litter.
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