Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption in Des Moines, Iowa

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

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- Very handsome and loving cat who is just perfect!

- Playful, chatty, full of personality

- Doesn't mind being picked up, and welcomes a warm lap

- He is a very sweet, people-oriented cat. Once he settles into your home, he will be an affectionate, loving cat who wants to be near his family

- Stressed around dogs and other cats and needs to be THE ONLY PET in his new home

- Has done well with children of all ages who are gentle with him

- LOVES canned food; especially seafood flavors and prefers shreds over pâté. Treats are always a hit!

- Welcomes attention and will lay his paw on you when he sits next to you on the couch

- He likes to "talk" to you and will let you know when he wants you to sit down so he can gets come pets and lovin'!

- He is also fine doing his own thing; not too clingy

All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age) Primary Color: Black Weight: 11.7lbs Age: 10yrs 0mths 3wks Animal has been Neutered

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.

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