My name is
Gherkin!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Cared for by Felines & Friends New Mexico

Adoption process

Submit Application

Meet the Pet

Sign Adoption Contract

Take the Pet Home

Or Apply to Adopt

My basic info

Breed

Domestic Shorthair

Color

Black (All)

Age

Adult

Sex

Male

Pet ID

19011888-H-013123-P3

Hair Length

short

My details

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

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

HISTORY: PICKLE, CORNICHON, GHERKIN, and DILL were living in a cat colony, trapped, and brought to F&F to find them homes.
TEMPERAMENT: GHERKIN is a short-haired cat with a black back and head and a white underbelly and paws. He is a goofy friendly boy who enjoys treats and will seek attention from human caregivers that he trusts. He's easy to pick up although he probably does not care for it. He's been rooming with his brother DILL and the pair have come to rely on each other. Their ideal home would be together, with a catio where they can hang out on high spots and watch birds.
AGE: born approx. 02/01/2020
MICROCHIP #:  981020049470129
DATE OF STERILIZATION: 02/01/2023
VAX RECORD: FVRCP expires: 1/24/25; Rabies expires: 1/24/25
FELV/FIV test: 02/01/2023 neg

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: GHERKIN takes a low maintenance dose of Prednisolone for itchy skin. He may be allergic to something at Santa Fe Cats as his itches developed in care. This may well resolve in new surroundings, but his itches are also well-controlled with low-dose meds, mixed into his breakfast.

ADOPTION FEE: $100
If you are interested in adopting this cat, please fill out our Adoption Application completely. In the space provided on the form, please include contact information for three (3) personal references to whom you are NOT related or shares your home. For more information, please visit our website at www.fandfnm.org

[Santa Fe Animal Svcs. Permit #24-001]

Rescue

Felines & Friends New Mexico

Contact info

Pet ID

19011888-H-013123-P3

Contact

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Phone

(505) 316-2281

adoptions@fandfnm.org

Website

http://www.fandfnm.org

Address

369 Montezuma Ave, Suite 320, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

Visit https://www.fandfnm.org/application to apply to adopt.

2.
Meet the Pet

Once approved to adopt, an adoption advisor will work with you to meet the purrfect cat(s) for your household.

3.
Sign Adoption Contract

When appropriate, cats may go home for a trial period to ensure a good fit. All adoptions must be finalized by signing a contract in person.

4.
Take the Pet Home

Congratulations! Remember, we are always here to help.

Additional adoption info

Pre-Adoption Application
Foster-to-Adopt Agreement (when appropriate)
Adoption Contract
Remit Adoption Fee per cat

All Felines & Friends cats are FeLV/FIV tested, sterilized, vaccinated, and microchipped. Most have been socialized in foster homes.

Adoption application

https://www.fandfnm.org/application

Go meet their pets

We have a modest shelter at our boarding facility, Santa Fe Cats, and rely mainly on foster homes when cats are not on display at our Adoption Centers located inside Petco Santa Fe and the Turquoise Teapot & Cat Cafe. We also have cats inside a habitat at Teca Tu.

Petco Santa Fe - 2006 Cerrillos Rd [at St. Michaels]
* adoption room to visit the cats open during regular store hours
* playpens are locked if no volunteer in attendance
* Adoption Advisors available Fridays and Sundays 1pm-3:30pm or by appointment

Turquoise Teapot & Cat Cafe - 1221 Flagman Way (Baca Street Railyard)
* open Tuesdays-Sundays, closed Mondays
* book your visit at https://www.turquoiseteapot.com/
* young cats awaiting adoption can be met here

Teca Tu - DeVargas Mall, 165 Paseo de Peralta
* meet our current special cat or bonded pair
* adult or senior cat(s) usually await adoption here

Mobile Adoption Events
* Two Saturdays a month at DeVargas Mall
* Special events around Santa Fe as advertised
* See https://www.fandfnm.org/events-felines-friends-of-nm

More about this rescue

Felines & Friends is dedicated to rescuing and placing pets in need of a second chance; working towards zero pet overpopulation by facilitating low-cost spay/neuter; and improving the lives of both companion animals and their owners through on-going education.

In recent years, significant strides have been made in reducing the euthanasia rate of dogs and cats all across the nation. FELINES & FRIENDS plays an important role in this effort by supporting community TNR efforts, spaying/neutering and then rehoming unaltered stray and surrendered cats, and (through collaboration with local shelters) rehoming otherwise homeless or special needs cats and kittens. Since its formation in 2002, FELINES & FRIENDS has gained a reputation in Northern New Mexico for its proactive work in the pairing of cats and their humans. To date, we have placed over 6,000 cats (and dogs) into loving homes.

FELINES & FRIENDS utilizes a comprehensive adoption screening process to enhance the fit between pet and their adoptive family. The organization also maintains a strict return policy if ownership commitment cannot be met.