This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information.Ares needs emergency placement for medical reasons. He is a young adult cat with a heart murmur and an upper respiratory infection, causing him to have a low appetite and weight loss. He is severely underweight. Ares needs continued medical care and placement outside of the shelter environment to help him recover and investigate his heart condition further.
A volunteer writes: The way to Ares' heart is with head scratches, as I discovered when I met this handsome tiger the other night. As soon as he sensed my fingers gently scratching around his ears and cheeks, he instantly went into a kitty bliss state and stayed that way through our entire time together. His former owner also told us that Ares was a total lovemonger, describing him as approachable, good natured, and friendly with children. This very sweet boy was given up to the Care Center because his owner had no time for him, they told us. It's strange, since Ares doesn't come off as a needy cat or one who can't entertain himself when his people are away. But let their loss be your gain by making Ares your newest family member. He's waiting for you-and your pettings-on 110th Street today.
I have medical needs that staff will address with you when you meet me.
I would appreciate slow introductions to new people and places to help me feel safe.
I'm sensitive and shy.
I am looking for a home with a patient person.
Ares tolerates attention and petting but appears to be moderately fearful or stressed in the shelter. He will likely need time to warm up to his new home. We recommend that he go to a home with some cat experience preferred AND be well counseled in fearful cat behavior. Due to the behavior shown, he may not be a great fit for young children. Any home with older children prepared to adopt this cat should conduct a thorough interaction and endeavor to monitor this cat around their children to prevent these behaviors from being reinforced.
Primary Color: Orange Tiger
Weight: 5.8
Age: 1yrs 2mths 1wks
