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Spayed Female Age: 12 Years Black and White Domestic Short Hair A443639
More about Rickie:
I came to the shelter as a stray, so we have no history for me. But while I have been here, lots has been determined about me.
I am easily stressed and overwhelmed during transitions, so I am looking for an adopter who is willing to give me as much time as I need to settle in. This could be a couple or days or weeks. My success will be dependent on how well my adopter is able to read and understand my body language.
It is recommended that I be set up in my own space (an extra bedroom or bathroom) - a space that people or pets will not use unless going in to clean or feed. I should be left alone initially as I adjust. This space should include plenty of hiding places, ideally with access to a vertical surface such as a cat tree or a cat-proofed shelf. I can gradually be given more access to the home when I am confidently moving about my environment with relaxed body language when my adopter visits me in my room.
Meeting new people can be very overwhelming for me. It is possible that I may only comfortable with the people in my bubble. My adopter should be comfortable with a cat who may not ever want to expand their social circle.
I may be conflicted about close handling/petting. I should be thought of as a `pet myself on you` kind of cat until I am comfortable with my adopter, versus them coming up to me. Once petting has been initiated, use `consent tests` ... remove hands briefly to give me an opportunity to opt back into pets, or show I am all done.
I am a senior lady. I was tolerant for my initial exam with a towel restraint, and it is recommended that my adopter work with a fear-free vet to come up with a handling plan that will reduce stress for everyone, and keep everyone safe.
The shelter is open Tuesday through Sunday from noon - 4:30pm, with no appointment needed to meet available cats.
Compatibility: Cats: No history - shelter personnel will discuss separation and management. Dogs: No history - might be okay with a cat-savvy dog that knows to give me space when needed. Shelter personnel will discuss separation and management. Kids: Cat-savvy with good shy-cat skills
Spayed Female Age: 12 Years Black and White Domestic Short Hair A443639
More about Rickie:
I came to the shelter as a stray, so we have no history for me. But while I have been here, lots has been determined about me.
I am easily stressed and overwhelmed during transitions, so I am looking for an adopter who is willing to give me as much time as I need to settle in. This could be a couple or days or weeks. My success will be dependent on how well my adopter is able to read and understand my body language.
It is recommended that I be set up in my own space (an extra bedroom or bathroom) - a space that people or pets will not use unless going in to clean or feed. I should be left alone initially as I adjust. This space should include plenty of hiding places, ideally with access to a vertical surface such as a cat tree or a cat-proofed shelf. I can gradually be given more access to the home when I am confidently moving about my environment with relaxed body language when my adopter visits me in my room.
Meeting new people can be very overwhelming for me. It is possible that I may only comfortable with the people in my bubble. My adopter should be comfortable with a cat who may not ever want to expand their social circle.
I may be conflicted about close handling/petting. I should be thought of as a `pet myself on you` kind of cat until I am comfortable with my adopter, versus them coming up to me. Once petting has been initiated, use `consent tests` ... remove hands briefly to give me an opportunity to opt back into pets, or show I am all done.
I am a senior lady. I was tolerant for my initial exam with a towel restraint, and it is recommended that my adopter work with a fear-free vet to come up with a handling plan that will reduce stress for everyone, and keep everyone safe.
The shelter is open Tuesday through Sunday from noon - 4:30pm, with no appointment needed to meet available cats.
Compatibility: Cats: No history - shelter personnel will discuss separation and management. Dogs: No history - might be okay with a cat-savvy dog that knows to give me space when needed. Shelter personnel will discuss separation and management. Kids: Cat-savvy with good shy-cat skills
Adoptions by appointment only. Please visit our website at https://www.mspca.org/adoption-search/ to see pets available for adoption. If you would like to schedule an adoption appointment, please submit an inquiry via the blue Inquire button located on our website's pet profile.
Adoptions by appointment only. Please visit our website at https://www.mspca.org/adoption-search/ to see pets available for adoption. If you would like to schedule an adoption appointment, please submit an inquiry via the blue Inquire button located on our website's pet profile.
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We are a full service adoption center that helps animals from as small as a mouse to as large as a horse. We are committed to helping animals from intake, adoption, and access to low cost spay/neuter and vaccines
We are a full service adoption center that helps animals from as small as a mouse to as large as a horse. We are committed to helping animals from intake, adoption, and access to low cost spay/neuter and vaccines
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