Earl Grey - Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in Calverton, Maryland

May I present Earl Grey aka 'The Count', the eldest and most distinguished gentleman of the aristocratic Grey family. His name evokes a certain refined tea, but there's more to this title than meets the eye: in European nobility, an Earl is a Count by another name. So whether you call him Earl or Count, he'll answer with the same dignified grace.

Earl Grey is the big brother of the Grey family, joined by his brothers Bartholomew and Fitzwilliam. He embraces the role with prim and proper grace. He has one non-negotiable rule of loafing: the tail must be neatly tucked underneath. No sloppy loaves in this household, thank you very much.

But don't let his formal demeanor fool you. Earl Grey has a soft spot for butt pets - the moment you scratch just right, his tail shoots straight up like a flagpole and his magnificent purr motor roars to life. He's also discovering the fine art of the headbutt, an affection he's eager to perfect with his new subjects (that's you).

Earl's trust is like a proper cup of tea —it steeps slowly at first, but once it's ready, it's rich, warm, and deeply satisfying. He's building confidence with new people every day, and he genuinely enjoys company when he's had a moment to settle in. Soon enough, he'll be curling up in your lap like it was always meant to be.
Earl is a connoisseur of all things fluffy. Cat beds? He loves them. The fluffier, the better.

Like his brothers, Earl is young and extremely playful. His weapon of choice? The humble shoe string, which he will chase with aristocratic enthusiasm.
Earl would love a companion to share his kingdom with-whether that's one of his brothers or another young cat looking for a friend.

Ready to welcome a Count into your castle? Earl Gray is accepting applications for loyal subjects.

If you are interested in adopting please visit the link below to fill out our adoption application via Shelterluv.

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/BCC/Cat

You must be at least 21 years of age to adopt from us.

BCC does not have a shelter or storefront. All of our kittens and cats are located in the homes of our volunteers until they are adopted.

The domestic short hair cat is a popular and diverse breed known for its unique personalities and low maintenance care. These cats come in various colors and patterns, with short, easy to manage coats that require minimal grooming. Domestic short hairs are friendly, adaptable, and make wonderful companions for individuals and families alike. They possess playful and affectionate qualities that endear them to many, making them one of the most beloved and widely adopted cat breeds worldwide.

BCC is a all-volunteer group working with residents and businesses in Beltsville, Maryland to humanely reduce the free-roaming cat population.