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My name is
Dove!

Posted over 2 years ago | Updated 1 week ago

Cared for by THE RESCUE HOUSE

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair
Color
White
Age
Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
50365687
Hair Length
short

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

*** Nova & Dove are in our Petsmart Encinitas adoption center. ***

Nova: solid white, short hair, neutered male, born approx. 4/15/22, #17610
Dove: white w/gray patches, short hair, spayed female, born approx. 4/15/22, #17611

Cats: *BONDED PAIR* & enjoy others
Dogs: like
Children: polite children

BACKGROUND: Nova and Dove were hiding out in the rocky portion of a public park with their mom when a Good Samaritan found the family! When they came to RH, we discovered that Nova and Dove both have blocked tear ducts, which causes them to have watery eyes. This is due to a birth defect and does not affect their vision or the health of their eyes. After evaluation by the ophthalmologist and some progressive treatments, the final verdict is that their eyes must be wiped daily with a basic eye wash solution and dried often to reduce skin irritation-nothing else needs to be done. Nova also has another congenital abnormality. When he walks, his back end wobbles. This condition is not progressing, and he does not experience any pain or discomfort. It has not slowed him down in any way-he can still run, jump, and climb like a normal cat; he just looks a little awkward on occasion. With clean bills of health, these two cannot wait another minute to meet their forever family!

PERSONALITY: ---Nova has a luminous personality! He checks all of the boxes for an amazing kitty: he is an inquisitive explorer of life, an entertainer providing plenty of laughs, and a charmer who knows how to add a little bliss to his family's day. Once you earn his trust, Nova will rev his purr motor loudly when you pay attention to him. Although he is not a lap cat, he likes to hang out close by if you are available, and he is a fan of co-sleeping. He also makes a great work companion and supports you by snoozing on the desk while you type on the computer! Obsessed with the laser pointer, he loves to chase it on flat ground, and although he occasionally will fall while pursuing the elusive red dot, he bounces right back up and returns to the game! Due to his balance issues, he can have difficulty climbing things; however, this intelligent dude largely recognizes his limitations in that department and rarely has trouble with mountaineering!
---Social and sociable, Dove wants to interact with her humans whenever possible and likes to be in the mix to make sure that she is not missing out. (This kitty has serious FOMO!) While interactive sessions with you and the feather teaser are an important part of her day, she is a smart cookie and understands that in order to be a productive member of society-on occasion-you may have to do something other than play with her. Luckily, she is excellent at entertaining herself and may take the opportunity provided by a bit of time alone to indulge in her passion: birdwatching. Sprinting after ping-pong balls and scaling the furniture are other treasured pastimes. It's not all fun and games or ornithological pursuits for her, though-she loves your company and is affectionate too!
***Dove and Nova MUST be adopted together.

COMPATIBILITY: This pair gets along well with the other cats and dogs they lived with in foster care. They are very gentle, and we think they would make excellent family cats for a home with polite children!

Are you ready to brighten up your house with two celestial beings that will liven up your home and illuminate your heart? Then, Nova and Dove are the kitties for you!
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Contact info

Pet ID
50365687
Contact
Address
P.O. Box 231336, Encinitas, CA 92023

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

All prospective adopters must complete an application and be interviewed as part of the adoption process.

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We at The Rescue House believe that we can contribute to the welfare of our furry friends by implementing an Adoption Program. Our Adoption Centers are located in retail pet stores whose philosophy agrees with The Rescue House's mission. A list of the adoption centers can be found here: http://www.rescuehouse.org/adoption-centers.html

More about this rescue

The Rescue House is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to assisting cats through its rescue, foster and adoption activities. We find loving homes for unwanted, abandoned, homeless and abused cats. We open our arms to cats that need assistance, regardless of age and often regardless of handicap. We find good homes for every cat that we take in - we are a true no-kill cat rescue organization.

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