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HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is participating in our Shelter Cat Getaway foster program, which gives cats a vacation from the shelter and lets them enjoy home life while they wait to be adopted. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Carol at cgriglione@arl-iowa.org.
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- Looking for a home with patient family members who will give her time to open up and let her take things at her own pace
- Young children are way too much for her right now, so she's looking for a mature home
- Enjoys playing with wand toys and little pipe cleaners
- She gets some pretty cute zoomies, when she is excited!
- Likes to watch "Bird TV"
- Is doing okay with the other cat in her foster home, but will be happiest with a cat friend that is low-key, and just wants to hang out. She would also be just fine in a home where she is the only pet
- Please plan on starting her in one room of your home and giving her quite a bit of time (possibly weeks) to become comfortable with that area and with you before allowing her access to larger areas of the home; this process will help set her up for success by not overwhelming her
This cat has shown signs of overstimulation while in the shelter. Lots of handling, playing with hands, and excessive petting can cause them to overstimulate, which can result in scratching and/or biting. This cat is looking for experienced cat owners who will watch this cat's body language while interacting to note signs of overstimulation (tail waving, fur rippling, dilated pupils, ears turned back and quick body movements) and be willing to respect their boundaries. This cat will also benefit from interactive toys such as wands and ball spinners while playing. We are happy to speak with you more when you visit and can provide post-adoption resources. If you can give this cat mental stimulation, patience and space when they need it, please consider adopting! They would love to be your sidekick and buddy for life!
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