Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption in New York, New York

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Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy!
I have been known to shower my favorite people in love!
I love getting pets and - you guessed it - snuggles!
I may enjoy casually batting at a toy mouse every now and then, but my favorite activity is snuggling on my favorite person's lap!
I have potential behavior challenges that staff will address with you when you meet me.
What my friends at ACC say about me:

Dove interacts with the observer, appreciates attention, is easy to handle and tolerates all petting (some exceptions, see notes from first assessment). We recommend that he go to a home with some cat experience preferred or at least be well counseled in carrier aversion, nervousness and reactivity./p>

A volunteer writes: Dove is a three year-old male with exquisite coloring. He is white with some traces of nutmeg on his face and he has light blue eyes. He's a little afraid around people so his pupils tend to be large right now. He seems to crave attention and affection, but is also a bit fearful and probably needs to be treated with gentle care at first. He comes forward to meet me because he's naturally curious, but suddenly takes a fright and retreats. There's something very appealing about this young man that makes you want to show him how good life can be with a caring parent. It's a lesson he seems to want to learn.

Another volunteer writes: Dove treasures his own creativity and supervisory skills. I can speak to the former because he's one of the most imaginative kitties we have. Is he a good manager? Kind of, but more on that later. Dove's a cat who likes to stay busy and make his own fun. Whether he's trying to pull his neighbor's blankets into his own condo, reaching his paws and calling out at visitors, or theatrically flopping onto his side for pets, Dove is in the middle of something. The first time I met Dove, he insisted that he has the best ideas. I was giving him dinner and he rushed over trying to direct me. His guidelines seemed a bit ambiguous to me, but very important to him, so I tried my best to follow. Dove exasperatedly flopped into my arms because management is hard and he's really more of a creative type anyway. Happy in his flop, he pretended to be a cuddly little glow worm. He wiggled and twirled while keeping an eye out on Adoptions and chatting at people walking by until it was time for his next activity. With Dove's energy and determination, he's looking for a family who can follow his lead. Primary Color: Flame Point Weight: 11.7lbs Age: 4yrs 11mths 1wks 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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