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My basic info
Breed
Polydactyl/Hemingway
Color
Brown Tabby/Cream or Ivory
Age
2 years 5 months old, Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
134008
Hair Length
–
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Social, Observant, Polydactyl
Guppy's personality is as unique as her extra toe beans! And she puts those extra beans to good use immediately - Guppy could open her own bakery with how hard her biscuit making skills go! She is not quite a lapcat, and prefers not to be picked up, but she eagerly sits next to her humans and makes happy biscuits in their lap the whole time she can cozy up nearby.
Playtime is not a huge priority for Guppy. She's too busy keeping her biscuit-filled bakery running to have time off for toys! Truly, not many typical cat toys have caught Guppy's eye, but a tunnel to run through, or some squeaky toys and scratch pads are plenty for her! She is super interested in real life as it happens around her, and would enjoy a comfortable windowsill with a good view that she can observe the outside world from. If there are silly birds or squirrels to watch, even better!
Guppy is quite the social gal! She is affectionate in her own way, and loves to initiate interaction with her humans on her terms. Mostly, she will set the physical boundaries of how close or far she will sit - but the second she settles down, those biscuits will be made rapidly! The best way to approach Guppy is with a calm and slow introduction. She will clearly set her own boundaries of whether or not she is in the mood. She'll indicate with a sweet head nuzzle if she is ready for pets, or back off if she decides now is not the time! Guppy would benefit from a human who is happy to let her set the pace for their cuddle and pet sessions, and someone who is willing and able to recognize her cues.
Guppy's social behavior applies to respectful kids and other cats also! She has done well in foster previously with children ages 8 and up who are aware of typical cat boundaries and are able to calmly interact with her! She also immediately, eagerly interacted with the resident cats in her foster home. Guppy would fit into a multi-cat household no problem, especially if the other cats are outgoing and friendly like Guppy is with other felines!
Give this sweet lady a chance and watch her blossom into the loving, independent feline she can be! Contact APA! today to adopt Guppy into your family!
All APA! cats are fully vetted, spayed or neutered, and have updated vaccines and a microchip. Lifetime support is offered by our Cat Behavior Team.
For further information or to meet Guppy, please email adopt@austinpetsalive.org.
Social, Observant, Polydactyl
Guppy's personality is as unique as her extra toe beans! And she puts those extra beans to good use immediately - Guppy could open her own bakery with how hard her biscuit making skills go! She is not quite a lapcat, and prefers not to be picked up, but she eagerly sits next to her humans and makes happy biscuits in their lap the whole time she can cozy up nearby.
Playtime is not a huge priority for Guppy. She's too busy keeping her biscuit-filled bakery running to have time off for toys! Truly, not many typical cat toys have caught Guppy's eye, but a tunnel to run through, or some squeaky toys and scratch pads are plenty for her! She is super interested in real life as it happens around her, and would enjoy a comfortable windowsill with a good view that she can observe the outside world from. If there are silly birds or squirrels to watch, even better!
Guppy is quite the social gal! She is affectionate in her own way, and loves to initiate interaction with her humans on her terms. Mostly, she will set the physical boundaries of how close or far she will sit - but the second she settles down, those biscuits will be made rapidly! The best way to approach Guppy is with a calm and slow introduction. She will clearly set her own boundaries of whether or not she is in the mood. She'll indicate with a sweet head nuzzle if she is ready for pets, or back off if she decides now is not the time! Guppy would benefit from a human who is happy to let her set the pace for their cuddle and pet sessions, and someone who is willing and able to recognize her cues.
Guppy's social behavior applies to respectful kids and other cats also! She has done well in foster previously with children ages 8 and up who are aware of typical cat boundaries and are able to calmly interact with her! She also immediately, eagerly interacted with the resident cats in her foster home. Guppy would fit into a multi-cat household no problem, especially if the other cats are outgoing and friendly like Guppy is with other felines!
Give this sweet lady a chance and watch her blossom into the loving, independent feline she can be! Contact APA! today to adopt Guppy into your family!
All APA! cats are fully vetted, spayed or neutered, and have updated vaccines and a microchip. Lifetime support is offered by our Cat Behavior Team.
For further information or to meet Guppy, please email adopt@austinpetsalive.org.
Step one:
Browse our available animals online. Our website has more details on every animal, including any known history with dogs, cats, and kids, as well as individual adoption fees. Visit https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt
Step two:
Using the provided contact form here or on the APA! website, you can send an inquiry on the animal(s) you are interested in.
Step three:
Our adoption team will connect you to the foster home or someone at the shelter location where the animal is currently living to learn more about the animal and potentially set up a visit!
Step four:
After meeting the animal you would like to adopt, instructions for completing the adoption paperwork, scheduling an appointment, and picking up your new family member will be shared with you!
Step one:
Browse our available animals online. Our website has more details on every animal, including any known history with dogs, cats, and kids, as well as individual adoption fees. Visit https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt
Step two:
Using the provided contact form here or on the APA! website, you can send an inquiry on the animal(s) you are interested in.
Step three:
Our adoption team will connect you to the foster home or someone at the shelter location where the animal is currently living to learn more about the animal and potentially set up a visit!
Step four:
After meeting the animal you would like to adopt, instructions for completing the adoption paperwork, scheduling an appointment, and picking up your new family member will be shared with you!
Go meet their pets
Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.
Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.
Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
More about this shelter
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.
A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.
To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.
A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.
To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.
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