Domestic Short Hair Cats Available for Adoption in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cuddles ACCT-A-10820 is currently considered urgent and at risk of euthanasia due to medical concerns. Cuddles must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER or EXPERIENCED ADOPTER by TUESDAY, MAY 5TH at 10AM. Should Cuddles's medical or behavioral status change, his urgency and timeline for placement may also change.

Due to being significantly overcapacity with animals and higher than usual intake, extensions are unlikely to be granted. If you are interested in an animal please contact ACCT Philly immediately. Due to limited space, timestamps may also be proceeded with early so it is imperative to let us know if you are considering adopting or tagging an animal.

Cuddles is a suave, friendly 9-year-old tabby who originally came to ACCT Philly as a stray kitten back in 2017, and was quickly adopted into a loving home along with one of his littermates. Now in his senior years, though, he has sadly developed some health needs that his family felt they are unable to support in their home - Cuddles was recently diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, a condition which will require ongoing management, medication, and frequent vet visits.

Even in his older years, Cuddles still lives up to his name, enjoying snuggling up to his owners as well as their young children. Cuddles has also shared his home with another feline friend, so may do well in a multi-cat household. His owners also noted he is very friendly and social with strangers, and he's been a sweetheart with staff and volunteers at the shelter too.

While diabetes can generally be managed appropriately in a home setting, unfortunately the shelter is not appropriate in terms of managing Cuddles's condition; remaining in the shelter puts Cuddles at risk of potentially life-threatening complications, such as diabetic ketoacidosis. With this in mind, Cuddles must urgently find placement with either an approved rescue partner, or with an experienced adopter able to provide immediate medical intervention as well as lifelong management of Cuddles's condition.

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Cuddles gets a snack and some petting: https://youtube.com/shorts/uLfCYfj9q0o?si=5w4xinl0arwZJptW

MEDICAL INFORMATION

Per 5/3 vet exam: "Subjective - Cat was diagnosed with diabetes on 4/30 (bloodwork attached)
Objective -
Eyes, ears, mouth WNL. MM pink, mild calculus
Skin - prolonged turgor, loose skin to suggest recent weight loss
LN WNL
Heart, lungs auscultate WNL
Abdomen -soft, non-painful. Large bladder
Sweet and tolerant for exam
Assessment - Diabetes mellitus
Plan - In house blood glucose: 436 mg/dl. CBC/chem/T4/UA performed at Bridge: glucose 545 mg/dl, ALP 83 U/L, 3+ glucosuria, negative for ketonuria. 100 ml LRS administered SQ. To urgently promote for expedited exit within the next 48 hours w/ a rescue partner or experienced adopter willing to take offsite for initiation of insulin therapy vs SGLT2 inhibitor ASAP."

BEHAVIORAL INFORMATION

Cuddles's owners described him as a cat who loves strangers and is very friendly. He lived with another cat and got along well with him, and also lived with children of all ages. His owners noted he "lives up to his name. Super friendly, loves cuddles, really good with kids and strangers. Friendly personality. Loves to cuddle and loves pets." They also noted that since developing diabetes he had been urinating frequently, urinating outside his litter box, and losing a lot of weight. He was noted to be drinking more than usual at home, but seemed to have a lower appetite lately.

During his 5/3 veterinary exam, Cuddles was noted to be "sweet and tolerant for exam."

ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in Philadelphia. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week, from 10am to 6pm, and no appointments are needed! Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details.

If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/

All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly's Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313.

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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