Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption in Fairfax Station, Virginia

Breed - DSH
Neutered Male
Weight - 10lbs
Estimated Age - 4yo

If you are interested in adopting this cat, please fill out our cat adoption questionnaire at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTAR/Cat. For questions, email magdal@homewardtrails.org

HOW TO MEET THIS CAT: This cat is in a foster home. To meet this kitty, please complete the adoption questionnaire.

LOCATION: Foster home

ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Magda MagdaL@homewardtrails.org

ADOPTION FEE: $170. This fee INCLUDES spay, vaccines, and microchip. Ask us about our many adoption benefits that include free exams, pet insurance, and other discounts!

HOW THIS ANIMAL IS WITH:
CATS: great with cat but also good as single
DOGS: we don't know about the dogs
KIDS: good with gentle kids
KNOWN LIKES: pets - love - play- snacks - repeat
KNOWN DISLIKES: we don't know yet about dislikes

ABOUT THIS ANIMAL:
Yowie is the definition of a hidden gem. With his soft buff coat and classic orange-cat charm, he's as beautiful as he is lovable. This incredibly sweet, affectionate boy's favorite place in the world is right by your side. He adores people, leans into gentle pets, and soaks up attention like sunshine.
He may be a little shy at first, but give him a moment to feel safe and you'll see his true heart shine. Once he bonds with you, it's forever. Yowie forms deep attachments, purrs with pure contentment, and even drools a little when he's especially happy. If you pause the pets, he'll politely reach out with his soft paw to ask for more - it's impossible not to fall for him.
Yowie would thrive in a home where he can be cherished and included as part of the family. He's done well with other cats, has a gentle nature that should be fine with respectful children, and while his experience with dogs is unknown, his easygoing personality is promising.
If you're looking for a loyal, loving companion who will choose you as his person and remind you every single day how special that bond is, Yowie is waiting. Adopt rescue - and give this gentle soul the safe, happy future he deserves.

HT ADOPTION INCLUDES:
Spay/Neuter
A series of FVRCP vaccines, rabies vaccine (if old enough), and deworming
Microchip - lifetime registration with no fees

EXCLUSIVE ADOPTER BENEFITS:
Free physical exam with Caring Hands Animal Hospital, Palisades Veterinary Clinic, Jermantown Animal Hospital, Union Veterinary Clinic, and Clarendon Animal Care within 30 days of adoption and all VCA Animal Hospitals (VCA offers $250 coverage - details provided) within 14 days of adoption.

A portion of EVERY ADOPTION fee supports spay/neuter for animals in under-resourced communities

BE A FOSTER: Save a life: http://www.homewardtrails.org/foster-a-pet/dog-and-cat-foster-program.

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.

About: Homeward Trails Animal Rescue is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides pet adoption in Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland....