Hovey - Domestic Short Hair Cat for Adoption in Springfield, Missouri

I may look like a tough street cat on the outside, but on the inside, I’m just a soft, sweet kitten who wants someone to love me, understand me, and give me a cozy place to call home. Born January 5, 2025, I’m affectionate, gentle, and careful, and I’m good with other cats. I’m not looking for a home with kids, though. I tend to do my own thing most of the time: give me a fluffy bed for a good nap, an occasional mouse toy to chase, and I’m perfectly content. I also make regular trips to the food bowl to check whether anyone left me a little something after dinner. I’m very food motivated, and treats are definitely the way to my heart! My soft side really comes out in the mornings. After being apart from you all night, I love coming over for headbumps, rolling around, and soaking up as much attention as I can. I’ve had a difficult past. At some point, someone shot at me, and I ended up with a shotgun pellet lodged in my rear. It happened long enough ago that my body had healed around the pellet with scar tissue.

I’m also FIV-positive. Despite that, I’ve been friendly with other cats and have done very well in care. My FIV status hasn’t stopped me from being a happy, loving guy, and I’d love a home where someone sees me for who I really am—not a diagnosis or my scruffy past. I’m independent, but I’m also incredibly sweet. I’ll happily spend some time doing my own thing, then come looking for you when I’m ready for affection.

My adoption fee is $25. This fee includes my vaccinations, FIV/FELV testing, de-wormer, spay/neuter, microchip, and flea preventative. Fill out an application at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/ROS/Cat if you would like to meet me!

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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.