ONYX – A0992010

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MANHATTAN CENTER

ONYX – A0992010

*RETURN*

I am a neutered male, black Domestic Shorthair mix.

The shelter staff think I am about 8 years old.

I weigh 16 pounds.

I was found in NY 10460.

I have been at the shelter since Apr 06, 2015.

 

NEUTERED MALE, BLACK, DOMESTIC SH MIX,8 yrs
OWNER SUR – EVALUATE, HOLD RELEASED Reason CHILDCONFL
Intake condition EXAM REQ Intake Date 04/06/2015, From NY 10460, DueOut Date 04/06/2015

INTIAL EXAM 2/19:

SCAN NEGATIVE

BRIGHT, ALERT, RESPONSIVE, HYDRATED

PHYSICAL EXAM

Mild to mod tartar

Over weight

Neutered male

Tense and nervous, allows restrain

Nsf

 

Behavior 2/22:

The former owner stated Onyx loves to play at night, enjoys petting, loves to cuddle and be picked up.  He doesn’t hide is very social.  Onyx has lived with a terrier mix.  Also, he sleeps in the litter box, but he doesn’t use it.  He goes to the bathroom on the floor behind the toilet / bath tub.  The former owner places newspaper on the floor, behind the toilet. He’s done this since he was a kitten.

 

Reaction to assessor: Onyx immediately comes soliciting at the front of the cage.

 

Reaction to door opening: Onyx remains at the front of the cage, soft and relaxed, soliciting attention.

 

Reaction to touch: Onyx rubs on the assessor’s hand and appreciates petting on the head and body.

 

Reaction to Toy or Novel Object:  Shows no interest.

 

Reaction to Being Picked up: Allows the pick up but prefers to be down, on all paws.

 

Placement determination: Beginner

Onyx interacts with the Assessor, solicits attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting.

This cat can go to a beginner home.

 

Post Adoption 4/06:

scan positive 985112003296921

ear mite negative

flea comb negative- treated with activyl

neutered

obese

slight tense, nervous during exam

 

Behavior 4/14:

Please take note: The cat’s behavior in kennel earned him a Beginner rating however, due to an incident with the previous owner the cat is rated Experience / no child.

 

-Onyx’s former owner stated he is a moderately active indoor only cat who has been described as friendly, talkative, confident, assertive, mellow, and independent. He is also playful and he enjoys playing with balls, wand toys, and string. He is afraid during baths. Onyx struggles to get away, hisses, swats, and bites during nail trimmings.

 

Reaction to assessor: Onyx immediately comes soliciting at the front of the cage.

 

Reaction to door opening: Onyx remains at the front of the cage, soft and relaxed, soliciting attention.

 

Reaction to touch: Onyx head-butts the assessor’s hand, purrs, kneads, and appreciates petting on the head and body.

 

Reaction to Being Picked up: Allows the pickup and remains calm.

 

Placement determination: Experience / no child

 

Profile 2/19:

04/06/15 17:45

 

NAME

Onyx

 

REASON FOR SURRENDER

Due to a conflict with the children, owner could no longer keep Onyx. Onyx has bitten 4 of the children on several different occasions.

 

RELATIONSHIP

Onyx’s previous owner adopted him from a shelter about 1 year and 2 months ago. He is currently about 8 years old. He scanned positive for a microchip.

 

PEOPLE

He lived in a home with 2 adults and 5 children ages 6 months to 12 years. He is usually relaxed or affectionate around the children, but he has bitten 4 of them and many different occasions. His last bite was within the last 10 days. Owner stated that he loves being petted by the children and that if they try to play with him, he usually will just walk away.

 

OTHER ANIMALS

He has not lived with or interacted with any other animals.

 

PERSONALITY/HABITS

He is a moderately active indoor only cat who has been described as friendly, talkative, confident, assertive, mellow, and independent. He is also playful and he enjoys playing with balls, wand toys, and string. He is afraid during baths. He struggles to get away, hisses, swats, and bites during nail trimmings. He struggles to get away when you hold him or try to place him in a carrier. He isn’t bothered if you disturb him while he is sleeping. He loves being brushed and being petted, and owner stated that if you stop petting him, he usually will swat at you so that you continue to pet him. He likes to stay in a favorite spot when his family is home. He is afraid during car rides and usually meows, vomits, or defecates during them. He eats Science Diet wet and dry food and his favorite treats are Temptations and Greenies. He uses an uncovered litter box with clumping litter. He scratches on the furniture sometimes but also has 2 horizontal scratching post made of cardboard and carpet and a hanging one made of rough rope. He usually sleeps on the owner’s bed.

 

TRAINING

He is litter box trained and has not had any accidents.

 

BEHAVIOR DURING INTAKE

During the intake, he was very affectionate. He had a soft body and he was meowing and purring, head butted my hand, and he was eager to be petted. He allowed handling and showed no signs of aggression.

A volunteer writes: This sweet big guy was a complete delight to interact with. A gentle giant, he will snuggle, purr, and give you head butts galore. Playful and energetic, this young man can’t wait to come home with you and be your best furry friend. Don’t keep him or yourself waiting.

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