06/28/2026
♦♦KILLED BY MACC - 06/27/2026 - RIP BEAUTIFUL CHIQUITA... :( THEY SPAYED HER, GOT HER SICK WITH URI BECAUSE OF IT, THEN THE "RESCUE" WHO WAS SUPPOSED TO TAKE HER, BACKED OUT, PRESUMABLY BECAUSE OF HER URI, KILL LISTED HER ONCE BEFORE KILLING HER - IT WOULD BE A COMEDY OF ERRORS, BUT FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL GIRL PAID WITH HER LIFE FOR THEIR INCOMPETENCE!♦♦
♦♦CRITICAL UPDATE - THE SHELTER MONSTERS ARE WAITING TO KILL HER - SHE NEEDS AN IMMEDIATE EXIT OF THEY WILL KILL HER TONIGHT - PLEASE HELP HER NOW! - TO BE KILLED♦♦
"Chiquita is on the at-risk for medical concerns. She is an adult cat with a severe upper respiratory infection and is stressed and not eating in shelter. She needs supportive care in a veterinary clinic in order to recover."
MANHATTAN ACC ADOPTABLE
CHIQUITA 255734
7YR | Spayed | O/S | 6.5 lbs
MEDICAL:
Date Administered Vet Treatment Type Amount Given Route of Administration Treatment Result Administered by External Vet
6/10/2026 Flea/Tick - Frontline 1 TUBE
6/10/2026 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel 0.35 ML
6/10/2026 PureVax FVRCP Annual 0.5 ML SQ
Notes: RFL
6/10/2026 Rabies Vaccine 1 ML SQ
Notes: RHL
6/10/2026 Weigh
Notes: 7.25 lbs
6/17/2026 Weigh
Notes: 6.5 lbs
6/17/2026 FeLV/FIV Snap Negative
Notes: NEGATIVE
6/17/2026 Microchip Implantation
Notes: 985113013912388
6/24/2026 Weigh
Notes: 6.1 lbs
Date Due Vet Treatment Type
6/24/2026 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel
7/10/2026 Flea/Tick - Frontline
7/17/2026 Weigh
6/10/2027 Rabies Vaccine
6/10/2027 PureVax FVRCP Annual
Medication Amount Dispensed Route of Administration Frequency Date From Date To Doses Administered Vet Name Reason Notes Instructions
Zorbium 1 ML Tube - Green for 6.6-16.5 pounds 0 tube Topically 1 tube once 17-Jun-2026 17-Jun-2026 1 VET 992172 One Zorbium 1 ML Tube was given topically before sx for pain management, which lasts for 3 days.
Robenacoxib INJ 20 mg/ ML 0 ml SQ 0.35ml once 17-Jun-2026 17-Jun-2026 1 VET 992172 0.35 ml Onsior INJ 20 mg/ml was given SQ after sx as a one-time dose for pain management.
Zorbium 0.4 ML Tube - Pink for 2.6-6.5 pounds 0 tube Topically 1 tube once 21-Jun-2026 21-Jun-2026 1 VET 991697
Doxycycline Suspension 100 mg/ml 0 ml PO 0.3ml PO every 1 day(s) 21-Jun-2026 27-Jun-2026 5 VET 991697
Nebulize with saline 0 ml Topically 15 mins Topically every 1 day(s) 21-Jun-2026 26-Jun-2026 5 VET 991697
Fluids - LRS SQ 0 ml SQ 100 ml SQ every 1 day(s) 21-Jun-2026 26-Jun-2026 3 VET 991657 CAUTION; has been difficult to treat in the past
Cerenia (Maropitant) INJ 10 mg/ML 0 ml SQ 0.2 ml SQ every 1 day(s) 24-Jun-2026 26-Jun-2026 1 VET 991752 reweigh and verify dose is 1mg/kg sq
No drugs administered to this animal.
Date Reasons Diagnosis Vet Notes Vet Date Resolved
6/25/2026:
Ate some overnight per log but majority of food bowls are knocked over
S: QAR, on top of den
O:
EENT: Eyes clear, thick brown nasal discharge noted
Oral exam: heavy drool from oral cavity
H/L: Eupneic, but marked audible congestion noted
U/G: Spayed female
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, healthy hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate/ alert
A:
Severe URI
Possible hyporexia
P:
Zorbium for appropriate weight
Mirataz 1.5 inch strip SID x3d
Extend supportive care 2 more days +/- consider IV catheter for continuous support
6/24/2026:
Re-weigh: 6.1 lbs
24-Jun-2026 Tech Exam Medical Notes: 5:23 PM
Re-weigh: 6.1 lbs LVT-E 991962
24-Jun-2026 Progress Exam Medical Notes: 2:54 PM
Pet is sitting on den and drooling. Food dishes untouched. She tolerates petting.
EEN: yellow nasal discharge with nasal congestion
RESP: Increased inspiratory effort
MSI: Decreased skin turgor
A: anorexia
severe uri
Prognosis: Guarded
Plan
Cerenia 10mg/ml 0.2 ml SQ sid x 3 days
LRS 100 mls sq sid x 3days
c/w nebulization
consider simbadol and /or mirtazapine tomorrow.
advise at risk placement VET 991752
21-Jun-2026 Progress Exam Medical Notes: 3:55 PM
Issue List:
- post-op pyometra
- anorexia
- URI
- ptyalism; oral pain
has been challenging to treat
QAR DH
EENT: excessive drooling
H/L: eupneic
U/G: FS
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, dull hair coat
CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
A)
Marked URI
Anorexia
P)
CWSC
SQ fluids- 100 ml LRS (only if allows) VET 991657
21-Jun-2026 Tech Exam LVT 991563
20-Jun-2026 Progress Exam Medical Notes: 9:50 PM
Recent spay, was drooling at post op check
QAR, food plates untouched
heavy nasal dc dried on nasal planum
sniffling and congested
A:
URI-severe
P:
zorbium 0.4ml topically tomorrow
0.3ml doxycycline 100mg/ml PO SID x7d
nebulise with saline and clean nose
If continues to decline attempt injectable medications.
18-Jun-2026 Post Op Exam Medical Notes: 2:20 PM
SO:
spayed yesterday
QAR in litter box, drooling
eent: eyes clear, no ocular or nasal dc apparent
h/l: eupneic, no coughing or sneezing appreciated
msi: ambulatory x4, no apparent bleeding or dc noted from surgical wound
neuro: mentation alert and appropriate
A:
healing OHE
nausea
P:
Chiquita will not allow handling without sedation so will monitor for now. If nausea not resolving will sedate to administer medication
CTM while in care.
17-Jun-2026 Spay/Neuter Summary Medical Notes: 4:04 PM
Feline Pyometra Spay performed by Vet: 2172
Patient anesthesia form uploaded to Shelter Buddy in Vet Documents.
Start the following pain managements:
One Zorbium 1 ML Tube was given topically before sx for pain management, which lasts for 3 days.
Medical Notes: 3:40 PM
[Surgery - Cat Spay]
Was this cat in heat, pregnant or have a pyometra? Pyometra
Ventral Midline Incision
Ovaries Ligated with: autoligation
Uterine Body Ligated with: 3-0 PDS using two modified millers knots
Abdominal Closure: 3-0 PDS simple continuous
Skin closure: 3-0 PDS intradermal
Green Linear Tattoo Placed near Midline
Surgeon: 2172
Medical Notes: 9:52 AM
Pre-Op Exam
S: QAR, tense in den
O: visual exam only due to escalation on intake
EEN- eyes clear, no nasal or ocular discharge
H/L- eupneic, no appreciable sneezing or audible congestion
MSK/i- ambulatory x4, healthy haircoat
Neuro- alert/appropriate
A:
Appears to be a good anesthetic candidate
P:
Spay today.
10-Jun-2026 DVM Intake Medical Notes: 2:55 PM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: Reported 7y, exam agrees
Microchip noted on Intake? scanned negative
History: Owner surrender through field due to personal health issues.
Subjective: BAR
Observed Behavior - Tense, but allows all handling for exam. Escalated immediately when tasks started hissing and swatting. Limited tasks performed in net.
Evidence of Cruelty seen -no
Objective
T =
P =wnl
R =wnl
BCS 5/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: adult dentition with moderate tartar and staining
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated, possible pregnancy
U/G: female reported intact
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
possible pregnancy
Prognosis:
good
Plan:
intake tasks-complete at time of surgery
prioritize surgery in case of pregnancy. Not able to confirm with ultrasound due to behavior
SURGERY:
Okay for surgery.
BEHAVIOR:
Behavior Assessment
This information is supplied as a guide only based on the history supplied to us and on our observations of the animal in the shelter. Animal Care Centers of NYC, its employees and agents accept no responsibility in the event that the animal behaved differently from its description above nor are any guarantees made in respect of its future behavior.
Animal Behavior Saved At: 13-Jun-2026 14:11:17.000
255734
Age: 7 Years 3 Weeks
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Spayed / Neutered: Yes
Observer:
6/13/2026
7/13/2026
Previously lived with: 1 adult
Behavior toward strangers: Curious, tolerant, and prefers contact on her own terms.
Behavior toward children: Unknown
Behavior toward cats: Unknown
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown
Bite or Scratch history: None
Litter box training: Yes
Energy level/descriptors: Medium
Other notes: This cat is friendly, affectionate, and talkative. She lived indoors and spent most of her time where the people were. She plays gently and received interactive play multiple times per week. She enjoys scratching carpet/fabric, cardboard, and woven furniture. Her previous owner's favorite thing about her was that she is affectionate. No behavior issues were reported. She eats both wet and dry food, including Purina Cat Chow and beef gravy wet food, though she only drinks the gravy. Her favorite treats are whitefish and tuna. Nail trims, brushing, and being picked up or held were never done. She struggles or squirms when placed in a carrier.
KNOWN HISTORY: Previously lived with: 1 adult
Behavior toward strangers: Curious, tolerant, and prefers contact on her own terms.
Behavior toward children: Unknown
Behavior toward cats: Unknown
Behavior toward dogs: Unknown
Bite or Scratch history: None
Litter box training: Yes
Energy level/descriptors: Medium
Other notes: This cat is friendly, affectionate, and talkative. She lived indoors and spent most of her time where the people were. She plays gently and received interactive play multiple times per week. She enjoys scratching carpet/fabric, cardboard, and woven furniture. Her previous owner's favorite thing about her was that she is affectionate. No behavior issues were reported. She eats both wet and dry food, including Purina Cat Chow and beef gravy wet food, though she only drinks the gravy. Her favorite treats are whitefish and tuna. Nail trims, brushing, and being picked up or held were never done. She struggles or squirms when placed in a carrier.
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Mellow
VOCAL: Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE: Social, Calm, Sweet, Affectionate
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES: New home adjustment period
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION: Level 1
RECOMMENDATIONS: Other
Recommendations comments: Respectful children only.
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY: Chiquita was on top of the den in the loaf position, appearing calm. She sniffed treats and then allowed all petting, leaning in for cheek rubs and giving gentle head bunts. She arched her back slightly with back petting but could not be coaxed off the top of the den. She was reasonably calm during a partial pick-up and vocalized only very slightly with a little meow. She’s a sweet cat who might need a little time to adjust to her new home.
Chiquita interacts with the assessor, solicits & appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.
What my friends at ACC say about me:
Chiquita was on top of the den in the loaf position, appearing calm. She sniffed treats and then allowed all petting, leaning in for cheek rubs and giving gentle head bunts. She arched her back slightly with back petting but could not be coaxed off the top of the den. She was reasonably calm during a partial pick-up and vocalized only very slightly with a little meow. She's a sweet cat who might need a little time to adjust to her new home.
Chiquita interacts with the assessor, solicits & appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting. No known history of behavioral problems. This cat is suitable for any level of adopter experience.
"OWNER" NOTES:
Spay/Neuter status: Unknown
Is this cat having litter box issues?: No
Basic Information:: Chiquita is a 7 yr old not spayed female DSH. She lived with her previous owner since she was a kitten. She is being surrendered due to client allergies.
Previously lived with: 1 Adult
How is this cat around strangers?: Curious, prefers contact on her own terms, tolerant .
How is this cat around children?: No experience
How is this cat around other cats?: No experience
How is this cat around dogs?: No experience
Behavior Notes: If they hiss, growl, swat, or bite - these behaviors are usually: Defensive / Defensivo
How this cat reacts when someone...
- Trims their nails: Never done / Nunca hecho
- Brushes their coat: Never done / Nunca hecho
- Picks up/holds: Never done / Nunca hecho
- Places them in a carrier: Struggles or squirms / Lucha
Bite history: Previous bite/scratch to a person: No
Did the bite/scratch break skin: Not reported
Date of last bite/scratch:
Previous bite/scratch to another animal: No
Did either animal need vet care: Not reported
Date of last bite/scratch to an animal:
Additional info:
Not reported
Energy level/descriptors: Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?: No
Medical Notes: NO vet history.
For a New Family to Know: Description of this cat most of the time: Friendly / Amigoso, Affectionate / Cariñoso, Talkative / Hablador
Additional info: Not reported
Areas the cat had access to: Indoors / Adentro
Additional info: Not reported
Where the cat spent most time: Where people are / Donde esta la gente
Additional info: Not reported
How the cat likes to play: Plays gently / Juega suave
Additional info: Not reported
How often the cat got interactive playtime: Multiple times per week / Varias veces por semana
Additional info: Not reported
This cat likes to scratch on: Carpet/Fabric / Alfombra/Tela, Cardboard / Carton, Other / Otro
Additional info: weaved furniture.
Previous owner's favorite things about the cat:
she is affectionate
Behavior issues noted: "None, my cat is purrfect ?? / Nada, mi gato es purrfecto ??"
Additional info: Not reported
Type of food the cat eats: Both wet and dry food / Comida mojada y comida seca
Brands of food: Purina Cat Chow ; beef gravy wet food , only drink gravy.
Favorite treats: White fish/ tuna.
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