MYSTIK – A1045380

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MYSTIK – A1045380

NEUTERED MALE, BLACK / WHITE, DOMESTIC SH MIX,7 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, NO HOLD Reason OWNER SICK
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 07/25/2015, From NY 10305, DueOut Date 07/25/2015,
Medical Behavior Evaluation BLUE
Medical Summary Scan negative BARH AMBx4 Nervous, but allowed handling Neutered~7yrs Mild gingivitis/tartar Overweight EENT:WNL Nosf
Weight 12.5

7/25/15

Scan negative

BARH

AMBx4

Nervous, but allowed handling

Neutered~7yrs

Mild gingivitis/tartar

Overweight

EENT:WNL

Nosf

Reaction to assessor: Comes to the front of the cage. (1)

Reaction to being spoken to quietly: Solicits attention, rubs against the cage front. (1)

Reaction to cage door opening: Remains soft and relaxed. (1)

Reaction to touch: Solicits petting and attention, rubs against hands. (1)

Reaction to being picked up: Not tolerant, retreats and growls.

Notes: Mystik came to the shelter surrendered by an owner who described him as friendly and affectionate. At the time of the assessment, Mystik is displaying friendly behavior. He interacts with the assessor and enjoys petting, but is uncomfortable being held. Mystik is exhibiting behavior suited to average cat parents without small children, who can allow him to adjust to a new home environment.

07/25/15 16:06

Basic Information:

Mystik is a 7yr old neutered male cat that is a front paw declaw. Mystik doesn’t have any past or current medical issues according to the owner.

Social Life & Personality:

The owner isn’t sure how Mystik would respond in the presence of children or another cat due to no having either around for him to interact with. Mystik has been around dogs and interacted with them in a gentle playful manner according to the owner. Mystik is an indoor only cat that is litter box trained. Mystik is described to be friendly, affectionate, and playful with a medium activity level.

Behavior Issues:

Mystik has never bitten anyone or another animal according to the owner. The owner isn’t sure how Mystik would respond to grooming agents like giving him a bath or the trimming of his nails. However he does like having his coat brushed and this can be done without issue. Mystik does like to be held.

For a New Family to Know:

Mystik was brought up using regular clay litter with a standard litter box. HE enjoys all sorts of cat toys and will play with just about anything. When in the home Mystik is the type to be in a favorite spot. When interacting with humans Mystik plays in a friendly gentle manner. Mystik was brought up eating both wet/dry food and there was no specific brands the owner gave.

A volunteer writes: Mystik is a young man who is friendly and affectionate, wanting to be petted and held, but reluctant at this time. Also, Mystik would do best in a forever home with no small children. Average cat parents would be best suited forever cat parents to Mystik since they would know exactly what it would take to bring out the best in Mystik and making him feel comfy and safe in his new forever home.

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