26/01/2023
***SAFE 1/30/23***
*SHELTER PLEA*Senior Housemates Charlie & Goldie! Updated! Both are Sweet Senior Kitties!OWNER SURRENDERED DUE TO THE OWNER NOT ABLE TO TAKE CARE OF THEM AND A SICK FAMILY MEMBER.
Staten Island Center
162798- Charlie – 12 year old spayed female –DVM PENDING - Green Medical Behavior! – OWNER SURRENDERED DUE TO THE OWNER NOT ABLE TO TAKE CARE OF THEM AND A SICK FAMILY MEMBER
Vet Treatments
Date Administered Vet Treatment Type Route of Administration Treatment Result Administered by External Vet
1/22/2023 Microchip Implantation
1/22/2023 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel
1/22/2023 Flea/Tick Treatment - Frontline
1/22/2023 Nail Trim
1/22/2023 FeLV/FIV Snap Negative
Vet Treatments Due
Date Due Vet Treatment Type
2/5/2023 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel
2/5/2023 Weigh
2/22/2023 Flea/Tick Treatment - Frontline
7/22/2023 FeLV/FIV Snap
2/12/2024 Rabies Vaccine
2/12/2025 FVRCP Annual
Medications
Medication Amount Dispensed Route of Administration Frequency Date From Date To Doses Administered Vet Name Reason Notes
No medications administered to this animal.
Drug Usage
No drugs administered to this animal.
Vet Consultations
Date Reasons Vet Notes Vet Date Resolved
23-Jan-2023 DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 3:11 PM
[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 12 years
History: owner surrender
Subjective:
Observed Behavior - relaxed body, allowed all handling
Evidence of Cruelty seen - no
Evidence of Trauma seen - no
Objective
BCS 4/9 with dorsal muscle wasting
EENT: Eyes clear, AU- mild waxy debris, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: moderate dental calculus and gingivitis, suspect resorptive lesions
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, grade 3/6 heart murmur, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Female, spayed per owner
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, approx 2 cm cutaneous mass at top of head, dull haircoat
CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Assessment
moderate dental disease, grade 3
heart murmur
cutaneous mass
low wbcs- R/O bone marrow disease vs infection vs other
increased ALT- R/O hepatic disease vs intestinal disease vs other
Prognosis: guarded
Plan:
aspirated cutaneous mass- filled with blood-tinged fluid- R/O cyst vs other
checked total T4 as not done on previous bloodwork- wnl
VET 991385
22-Jan-2023 Blood Work Interpretation
L V T Notes: 11:27 AM
Bloodwork:
decreased WBC (3.04 K/uL)
elevated ALT (158U/L)
Bloodwork scanned into vet documents
LVT-E 990780
22-Jan-2023 LVT Intake
L V T Notes: 11:25 AM
Microchip Scan: negative
Evidence of Cruelty: no
Observed Behavior: friendly,allowed handling
S*x: F/S
Estimated Age: 12yrs
Subjective: O/S
Eyes: mild nuclear sclerosis OU
Ears:wnl
Oral Exam: mild dental dz., missing some teeth
Nose:wnl
Abdomen: wnl
Musculoskeletal: bcs 5/9, wnl
Integument: medium sized cyst on top of head
Mentation: barh, ambx4
Preliminary Assessment: cyst, mild dental dz.
Plan: dvm intake, RV
To Animal Details To Behavior Notes Print Form
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: 162798
Animal Name: Charli
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
This animal came from: Relative
Origin Address
Spay/Neuter status Yes
Date of Intake 21-Jan-2023
Is this cat having litter box issues? Yes
If yes, Please elaborate: Recently within the past month, Charly has been refusing to use the litterbox. She has been defecating and urinating out of the box. She has not been brought to the vet for this issue or has there been any modifications done. Previous owner does not know what may be causing the issue.
Basic Information: Charly is a 11.5 y.o spayed cat that the previous owner inherited when his mother died 5 yrs. ago. However, the previous owner is no longer able to continue care for Charly and surrendered.
Previously lived with: adults/seniors, cat
How is this cat around strangers? Charly will hide until the visitor leave the home.
It is reported that Charly does not play with adults.
How is this cat around children? N/A
How is this cat around other cats? Charly lived with another female cat and she would be relaxed and usually tolerant. Charly doesn't play with the other cat.
How is this cat around dogs? Charly lived with 2 Greyhounds and she would be relaxed. She did not play with the dogs.
Behavior Notes Previous owners stated that Charly has litterbox accidents and hides in fear. Previous owner did not bathe Charly so it is unknown how she would react to this grooming agent. Charly will be afraid and struggle, hiss, & swat when having her nails trimmed. Charly is afraid and struggles when having her coat brushed. Charly is afraid and will struggle and hiss when being picked up and held. Charly will hide to avoid being picked up. Charly is afraid and will struggle, hiss, and swat when being put into a carrier and she is alert but calm during car rides. Charly has never been disturbed from her sleep/rest so it is unknown how she would react.
Bite history: none
Energy level/descriptors: Low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues? No
For a New Family to Know Charly is described as independent and shy with a low activity level. Her favorite activities are sleeping and eating. When in the home, Charly is the type to rarely seek attention. She does not play with any toys. She was kept indoors only and would sleep on the carpet. Charly is litter box trained and used an uncovered or automatic litter box with crystal litter. She was fed Weruva dry cat food and Friskies wet food. Charly scratches on the carpet and was not provided a scratching post.
Behavior Notes:
Behavior during intake: Charli was slightly tense and was sitting at the back of the carrier. But she allowed counselor to pet her and scan for microchip. Charli was picked up and transferred from carrier to kennel. In kennel, she retreated to the litter box but allowed staff member to pet her.
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162797 – Goldie– 12 year old spayed female – DVM Pending -
Vet Treatments
Date Administered Vet Treatment Type Route of Administration Treatment Result Administered by External Vet
1/22/2023 Microchip Implantation
1/22/2023 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel
1/22/2023 FVRCP Annual
1/22/2023 Flea/Tick Treatment - Frontline
1/23/2023 Rabies Vaccine SQ
Vet Treatments Due
Date Due Vet Treatment Type
2/5/2023 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel
2/5/2023 Weigh
2/22/2023 Flea/Tick Treatment - Frontline
1/22/2024 FVRCP Annual
1/23/2024 Rabies Vaccine
Medications
Medication Amount Dispensed Route of Administration Frequency Date From Date To Doses Administered Vet Name Reason Notes
No medications administered to this animal.
Drug Usage
No drugs administered to this animal.
Vet Consultations
Date Reasons Vet Notes Vet Date Resolved
23-Jan-2023 DVM Intake
Vet Notes: 3:14 PM
[DVM Intake]
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 15 years
History: owner surrender
Subjective:
Observed Behavior - tense but allowed handling
Evidence of Cruelty seen - no
Evidence of Trauma seen - no
Objective
BCS 2-3/9
EENT: Eyes clear, AU- moderate debris, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: missing teeth, moderate dental calculus and gingivitis
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NSR, NMA, CRT < 2, Lungs clear, eupneic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Female, spayed per owner
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites,
CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Assessment
Prognosis:
Plan:
VET 991385
22-Jan-2023 Blood Work Interpretation
L V T Notes: 11:30 AM
Inceased SDMA , BUN and ALT
Chemistry scanned into vet documents
LVT-E 990780
22-Jan-2023 LVT Intake
L V T Notes: 11:17 AM
Microchip Scan: negative
Evidence of Cruelty: no
Observed Behavior: nervous,but allowed handling
S*x: F/S
Estimated Age: 12yrs
Subjective: O/S
Eyes: mild nuclear sclerosis OU
Ears:wnl
Oral Exam: moderate dental dz., missing teeth
Nose:wnl
Abdomen: wnl
Musculoskeletal: bcs 2/9, underweight
Integument: matted coat, lump on left side of throat and dorsum. possible mass.
Mentation: barh, ambx4
Preliminary Assessment: underweight, masses
Plan: dvm intake, RV, CT
LVT-E 990780
To Animal Details To Behavior Notes Print Form
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: 162797
Animal Name: Goldie
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
This animal came from: Relative
Origin Address
Spay/Neuter status Yes
Date of Intake 21-Jan-2023
Basic Information: Goldie is a 8 y.o spayed cat that the previous owner inherited when his mother died 5 yrs. ago. However, the previous owner is no longer able to continue care for Goldie and surrendered.
Previously lived with: adults/seniors, cat
How is this cat around strangers? Goldie will hide until the visitor leave the home.
It is reported that Goldie does not play with adults.
How is this cat around children? N/A
How is this cat around other cats? Goldie lived with another female cat and she would be relaxed and usually tolerant. Goldie doesn't play with the other cat.
How is this cat around dogs? Goldie lived with 2 Greyhounds and she would be relaxed. She did not play with the dogs.
Behavior Notes Previous owners stated that Goldie has hides in fear and will swat/scratch is attempting to handle her. Previous owner did not bathe Goldie so it is unknown how she would react to this grooming agent. Goldie will be afraid and hiss when having her nails trimmed. Goldie enjoys having her coat brushed. Goldie struggles and will hiss, swat, & scratch when being picked up and held or when being put into a carrier and she is relaxed during car rides. Goldie is afraid when disturbed from her sleep/rest and will run away.
Bite history: none
Energy level/descriptors: Low
Has this cat ever had any medical issues? No
For a New Family to Know Goldie is described as independent with a low activity level. When in the home, Goldie is the type to rarely seek attention. She does not play with any toys. She was kept indoors only and would sleep on the carpet. Goldie is litter box trained and used an uncovered or automatic litter box with crystal litter. She was fed Friskies wet food. Goldie scratches on the carpet and was not provided a scratching post.
Behavior Notes:
Behavior during intake: Goldie was calm and relaxed in the carrier. She was at the front of the carrier and allowed counselor to pet her head and scan her for a microchip. Goldie allowed to be picked up and placed from carrier to kennel without any displays of fractious behavior. In kennel, she allowed staff member to pet her on the head and she leaned into petting.
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