Scarlet - Domestic Short Hair Cat 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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- Gentle, shy, petite lady looking for a calm, peaceful home; has a lot of love to give and will be a wonderful companion for a quiet person or two who will allow her to settle in at her own pace

- A biscuit-making machine with the sweetest purr; when she feels safe she loves being petted

- She is quite vocal and loves to talk to her people!

- Not into being on laps and prefers not to be picked up, but likes snuggling in bed and is very loving once you've gained her trust

- Young, noisy, active kids are too much for her, so she is looking for a more mature home

- Has lived with another cat and may enjoy a calm, laid-back cat friend

- It took several weeks for her to become comfortable with her foster family, so please plan on giving her a few weeks in her new home, too; we recommend starting her in one room and allowing her to become comfortable with that area before giving her access to the rest of the home; this will help set her up for success by not overwhelming her

- May have feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC), but has done very well in her quiet foster home and shows no signs of the condition there (more info at ARL)

- This cat can be fearful and may need extra time to adjust. Please click here to read more about helping fearful cats thrive.

This cat is part of our Silver Paw Pets program, a foster and adoption program for pets who arrive at the ARL after their owner either passed away or was moved to a care facility where they could not take their pet. If you're interested in adopting this pet, please visit the location it's at or reach out if there is contact info listed above. If you'd like to foster this pet or another Silver Paw Pet, please email Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org. Primary Color: Black Weight: 5.64lbs Age: 8yrs 8mths 1wks Animal has been Spayed

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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