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Microchipped, DOB June 7, 2017
Pumpkin is on the larger size but is not obese like her brother, Smokey. She had a large portion of her back shaved down due to matting, but her coat appears mat free as of now.
Pumpkin presents with some fear aggression, which is hissing and swatting when you get too close -- there are a lot of small wins to celebrate with this girl though! She went from hissing and hiding in the carrier the whole time someone was in the room to eating in front of her foster mom and allowing a bowl to be placed in front of her without hissing or swatting. This is huge. There's no way to say how much handling she had in her 7 years, but she's already showed that she has a great personality in there for anyone who is willing to work a little bit for it. She may not be a lap cat but who's to say she won't share a couch to watch your stories?
Pumpkin is on prescription weight management food and we are still in the process of transitioning from free feeding to timed, portion feeding according to her weight loss plan.
Pumpkin has just started to eat while someone is in the room, so no playing has been observed, but according to the camera she does enjoy: 1) rolling around on the carpeted litter mat 2) lounging on her scratching post 3) sitting on the windowsill and looking out the window 4) hissing at her brother
She has had no issues with using the litterbox since she arrived.
Pumpkin and Smokey would do best in a quiet home with someone who has experience with cats and are open to letting the kitties lead the way.
Pumpkin and Smokey are looking for someone who will give them a second chance but also meet them where they're at (scaredy cat alert).
At 7 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.
Microchipped, DOB June 7, 2017
Pumpkin is on the larger size but is not obese like her brother, Smokey. She had a large portion of her back shaved down due to matting, but her coat appears mat free as of now.
Pumpkin presents with some fear aggression, which is hissing and swatting when you get too close -- there are a lot of small wins to celebrate with this girl though! She went from hissing and hiding in the carrier the whole time someone was in the room to eating in front of her foster mom and allowing a bowl to be placed in front of her without hissing or swatting. This is huge. There's no way to say how much handling she had in her 7 years, but she's already showed that she has a great personality in there for anyone who is willing to work a little bit for it. She may not be a lap cat but who's to say she won't share a couch to watch your stories?
Pumpkin is on prescription weight management food and we are still in the process of transitioning from free feeding to timed, portion feeding according to her weight loss plan.
Pumpkin has just started to eat while someone is in the room, so no playing has been observed, but according to the camera she does enjoy: 1) rolling around on the carpeted litter mat 2) lounging on her scratching post 3) sitting on the windowsill and looking out the window 4) hissing at her brother
She has had no issues with using the litterbox since she arrived.
Pumpkin and Smokey would do best in a quiet home with someone who has experience with cats and are open to letting the kitties lead the way.
Pumpkin and Smokey are looking for someone who will give them a second chance but also meet them where they're at (scaredy cat alert).
At 7 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.
Decided on the cat or kitten you would like to adopt? Call, email or even better - submit an online application at torontocatrescue.ca
2.
Interview
An adoption counsellor will follow up with you and give you more details about the cat you are interested in and ask some questions.
3.
Meet the Pet
Arrange a virtual meet and greet, so that you can see the cat in the foster home setting where they're comfortable.
4.
Sign Adoption Contract
Sign the contract, pay the fee, and welcome your new family member home!
Additional adoption info
Adoption fee is $200 per adult cat, and $250 for kittens (under 8 months old).
This ensures that the cats that come into our care receive the attention they need, are spayed or neutered, and receive a rabies vaccination at the appropriate age. For City of Toronto residents, the adoption fee includes a mandatory City of Toronto cat license that is valid for one year. As you can imagine, these fees only begin to cover our costs; donations and ongoing fundraising efforts carry us the rest of the way!
Note:
-Senior cats (8 years or older) have an adoption fee of the adopter's choice, vs. our standard adult adoption fee of $200.
-Our adoption fee for an adult bonded pair (8 months or older) is $150 per cat vs. $200 per cat. Thanks for giving two loving friends a home together!
Adoption fee is $200 per adult cat, and $250 for kittens (under 8 months old).
This ensures that the cats that come into our care receive the attention they need, are spayed or neutered, and receive a rabies vaccination at the appropriate age. For City of Toronto residents, the adoption fee includes a mandatory City of Toronto cat license that is valid for one year. As you can imagine, these fees only begin to cover our costs; donations and ongoing fundraising efforts carry us the rest of the way!
Note:
-Senior cats (8 years or older) have an adoption fee of the adopter's choice, vs. our standard adult adoption fee of $200.
-Our adoption fee for an adult bonded pair (8 months or older) is $150 per cat vs. $200 per cat. Thanks for giving two loving friends a home together!
