QUIRKIE – A1039447
6-15-2015 Brooklyn
**SAFE 06/15/15** TONIGHT IS QUIRKIE’S SECOND AND LAST CHANCE!! ACT QUICKLY FOR QUIRKIE-GORGEOUS GREY GUY NEEDS NEW FRIEND! Once upon a time, five year old Quirkie had a home of his own. And by “once upon a time,” we’re referring to “every day of the last five years, including the morning of June 9th. Yes, Quirkie belonged to somebody until he was cruelly dumped into the shelter system, and the stress of that betrayal undoubtedly contributed to the NH rating. But he is obviously a purrfect gentleman, a once loved house pet who is stressed and sad in the shelter system and will surely return to his usually sweet self once he feels safe and sound. The ACC found it highly surprising that this smart, independent cat would take offense at being treated like a criminal, but they are the only ones who feel that way. Tonight Quirkie is living his final few hours. If no one steps up for Quirkie , He will be dead before they start doing adoptions tomorrow. Please make sure this gorgeous grey guy is one of the lucky ones, who can put the ACC behind them and go on to a better life. You must contact a New Hope approved rescue to save him. Please act right away.
Brooklyn Center
My name is QUIRKIE. My Animal ID # is A1039447.
I am a neutered male gray domestic sh. The shelter thinks I am about 5 YEARS old.
I came in the shelter as a OWNER SUR on 06/09/2015 from NY 11208, owner surrender reason stated was NYCHA BAN. I came in with Group/Litter #K15-010048.
MOST RECENT MEDICAL INFORMATION AND WEIGHT
06/10/2015 Exam Type INITIAL – Medical Rating is 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, Behavior Rating is NONE, Weight 7.0 LBS.
Scan negative Neutered;~ 5 years old Tense and nervous; allows enough handling Mild gingivitis Some staining of the teeth AMBx4 BARH NOSF
06/09/2015 PET PROFILE MEMO
CAT INFORMATION SHEET Where did this cat come from? My Home ORIGINAL SOURCE Bred At Home Does this cat have a microchip? No Animal’s Name: quirkie WHY ARE YOU BRINGING THIS CAT IN? NYCHA RELATIONSHIP He’s old – I’ve owned for whole life PEOPLE Lives with 1 adults is friendly with most people OTHER ANIMALS Has lived with other cats Has lived with other small animals How did they get along? good PERSONALITY Loves to play Enjoys Pettin HABITS Eats both Always uses the litter box Any medical problems that you’re aware of? Please provide as much detail as possible. no Is there anything that could be done to help you keep your cat or that could be done so the cat could continue to live in your neighborhood? no What kind of home do you think would be best for this cat? adult Is there anything else we should know? no
WEB MEMO
No Web Memo
06/13/2015 BEHAVIOR EVALUATION – NH ONLY
Exam Type BEHAVIOR
Owner Profile: Quirkie was bought into the care center by his previous owner due to housing problems. Quirkie lived with one adult so his behavior around children remains unknown. his previous owner stated Quirkie is friendly to most. He lived with other cats and smaller animals. Quirkie was said to get along well with the othe animals. Quirkie is said to be playful and enjoy petting. Quirkie is litter box trained. Notes: Quirkie seems to not be thriving in this environment and at the time of the assessment he was displaying behaviors that preclude placement in the adoptions room and may require further investigation before placement in a home. He currently does not tolerate petting or handling. The behavior department feels that placement with a New Hope Partner is the best option at this time. Reaction to assessor: does not come to front but remains neutral When spoken quietly: does not come to front but remains neutral Reaction to door cage opening: retreats, becomes stiff, alert Reaction to touch: growls, hisses, does not allows petting at all Try picking cat up: did not attempt to pick the cat up, fractious behavior Placement Determination: NewHope
GROUP BEHAVIOR EVALUATION
No Group Behavior Summary
06/10/2015 INITIAL PHYSICAL EXAM
Medical rating was 2 NC – MINOR CONDITIONS NOT CONTAGIOUS, behavior rating was NONE
Scan negative Neutered;~ 5 years old Tense and nervous; allows enough handling Mild gingivitis Some staining of the teeth AMBx4 BARH NOSF
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