My name is Smokey!

Microchipped, DOB June 6, 2017

Smokey is a very large (almost 26lbs) boy and is the more social one of the pair. Due to his weight, Smokey is unable to groom himself and requires frequent brushing to avoid mats but to also promote a healthy coat and skin.

He gets overstimulated easily, so brushing is best done while he's distracted by food. He will allow pets and seeks them out, but he makes it clear when he's done with a hiss and swat of the hand. Hopefully this will lessen as he gets comfortable but there's no way to say how much handling he had in his 7 years.

Smokey is on prescription weight management food and we are still in the process of transitioning from free feeding to timed, portion feeding according to his weight loss plan. While he is able to walk around and jump onto short objects, he waddles as he walks and breathes heavily after exerting himself. He will feel much better once he sheds a few pounds.

He is a huge fan of catnip toys and enjoys batting them around on his own (and giving them a good chomp)! He has had no issues with using the litterbox since he arrived with his sister, Pumpkin.

Smokey would do best in a quiet home with someone who has experience with cats and are open to letting the him lead the way.

Smokey and Pumpkin are looking for someone who will give them a second chance but also meet them where they're at (scaredy cat alert).

At seven years old, the pair were surrendered when the owner moved into long term care. This change is stressful for a confident cat, and for a mature scared cat? It's traumatic. These two struggled in the shelter and a SOS plea was sent out to get them back into a home environment.

They were understandably slow to warm up, but over the days and weeks, progress was made! With these two you need to celebrate the small wins because they feel good! This could be the first time they lay next to you or seek out affection or even eat while you're in the room.