Grand Rapids, MI - Domestic Shorthair. Meet Boots a Pet for Adoption

My basic info

Breed

Domestic Shorthair

Color

Brown Tabby

Age

9 years 4 months old, Adult

Sex

Male

Pet ID

–

Hair Length

short

My details

Good with cats

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Meet handsome Boots with his striking white mittens. We don’t know exactly how old this friendly boy is but we are estimating that he is about 8 years old. It seems that he has lived the majority of his life outside prior to a kind lady bringing him inside. He now has zero desire to go outside again after experiencing the warmth and comforts of indoor living. This is important because all Reuben’s Room cats must be indoor only in their new home.

Boots is currently staying in a home with two other cats and he does fine with them but his foster thinks that he may be happier if he is the only cat so that he can get all the attention for himself. He loves cuddling and sitting beside people and on their laps. He is a dedicated, loyal companion who enjoys being petted and if he doesn’t think you are petting him enough, he will happily grab your hand to remind you of your duties. He would enjoy sleeping with you if you allow it.

Boots is a huge fan of catnip balls and he also enjoys wand toys as long as you bring it to him rather than him having to chase it. His favorite thing is a cardboard scratcher and he will definitely need several of those in his new home and he uses it nearly every time he gets up from a cat nap. As long as he has his scratchers, he will do fine without messing with furniture.

When visitors come, he most likely won’t run and hide but he will stand by and cautiously wait for them to sit down and then check them out to make sure they are safe. It won’t take him long at all to get comfortable especially if it means someone else is wiling to pet him. We don’t know for certain how he would be with dogs but if the dog is laid back and not hyper and doesn’t bark a lot, he may be just fine. He isn’t a fan of some neighbor dogs but they are big barkers and jumpers. He may be fine with children as long as they understand cat boundaries and he’s a pretty laid back boy overall.

Boots is a big boy who loves food and may benefit from a little weight loss. He will roll over and flop and enjoys having you rub under his front underarms. He is getting used to having his belly rubbed and with the right person and enough time, he may come to enjoy that too. He can be a little bit of a chirper when he’s watching things outside but mostly he’s a quiet boy. He is okay with being picked up which isn’t always that common with cats.

Contact us today for an application for this sweet, beautiful boy who is looking forward to snuggling with you in your toasty warm home.