Pelé #World-Cup-champion-snuggler - Domestic Short Hair and Tabby Cat Available for Adoption in Houston, Texas

PLAYFUL, JOYOUS CUDDLE BUG

DOB 9/9/25

Pelé is a total heart-stealer with the charm, and superstar energy of the legendary athlete he’s named after. This handsome young brown tabby brings championship-level affection everywhere he goes. He loves to “nutmeg” through your legs to show off his love and his “headers” are enthusiastic headbutts asking for pets. If you dare stop petting him too soon, this clever boy will gently high-five your hand to let you know the petting game must continue.

Playful and curious, Pelé is constantly exploring, entertaining himself, or making sure you’re not “offsides” when it’s time to prepare his meals. But for all his goofy antics and playful energy, Pelé is truly a World Cup champion of snuggling. He’s an incredibly sweet and affectionate boy who loves cuddling up for naps, curling beside you when you’re feeling under the weather and resting his paw on your lap while you watch TV. Pelé is the perfect bicycle kick of kitten energy: joyful, playful, and unbelievably sweet. He is the chicken soup for the soul.

Pelé gets along wonderfully with the 4-year-old child, other cats, and small dog in his foster home, making him a fantastic addition to many kinds of families. With his endless affection, silly personality, and loving nature, Pelé is ready to score the biggest goal of all — your heart, com muito amor!

HOPE ID 26-0430-A010

Pelé’s $125 adoption fee includes spay/neuter, basic vaccines, microchip and registration, testing for FIV/FeLV, negative fecal test, and preventative treatment against fleas and parasites.

To apply online: http://www.homelesspets.net/adoption-forms/cat-adoption.php

If you have questions prior to filling out the application or want to find out which adoption site that Pelé will be this weekend, email us at sfenicle1@gmail.com, and a volunteer will get back to you.

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.

The tabby cat, known for its distinctive coat pattern featuring swirls, stripes, or spots, is a beloved and versatile breed found in various colors and patterns. Tabby cats are not a specific breed but rather a coat pattern seen in domestic cats of different breeds. They are known for their friendly and sociable nature, making them popular as family pets. Tabby cats are cherished for their playful and affectionate personalities, making them wonderful companions for households of all kinds.

Our mission is to end the homelessness of cats and dogs through foster to adoption, feral cat Trap-Neuter-Return, and education....