Meet Chester Copperpot: Professional Snuggler, Amateur Menace.
Are you looking for a cat who will love you with the intensity of a thousand suns... but only on his terms? Then allow us to introduce Chester Copperpot, a one-year-old gray-and-white tiger-striped gentleman rescued from an abandoned lot in Syracuse where unwanted cats are often dumped and wander to fend for themselves.
Chester somehow survived all of that and emerged with one very important conclusion:
Humans exist to adore him.
This handsome boy enjoys the finer things in life:
Wet food served with enthusiasm.
Toys that can be dramatically conquered.
Throwing himself onto his back to display his magnificent belly like hes auditioning for a shampoo commercial.
Following his people from room to room as your furry, slightly judgmental shadow.
Climbing directly into your arms and pressing his little head against yours because, despite all evidence to the contrary, he is actually made of love.
Now, because honesty is important in any relationship, Chester does come with a few... features.
He occasionally gets overstimulated and may express his feelings with what we in the industry call an unauthorized tooth hug. Hes learning that biting is frowned upon, and he has made impressive progress understanding that a water spray bottle pointed in his direction means, Sir, absolutely not.
Think of him as a cat with very clear boundaries and the communication skills of an overworked middle manager.
Chester is also FIV-positive. Before you panic and clutch your pearls, FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) is not a death sentence, it means he has a sensitive immune system. Many FIV-positive cats live long, happy, perfectly spoiled lives. This is different than FelV. He simply deserves a family willing to provide routine veterinary care, keep an eye on his health, and understand that this diagnosis does not define the incredible cat he is. In fact, if anything, it has only made him more determined to squeeze every ounce of love out of life.
He has experience around children and has done well with them, provided everyone understands that Chester is not a stuffed animal and reserves the right to decide when cuddle time is over. He can be iffy with other cats especially males. Ideally, he would adjust to a patient female feline companion given slow introductions, time, and understanding.
His ideal home is with someone who appreciates that love isnt always neat and predictable. Someone who understands that Chester runs hot and cold. That some days he wants to be draped across your shoulders, pressing his forehead to yours like you're the only person in the world. Other days he'd like to roam, play, supervise your activities, and determine exactly how many pets he will permit before filing a formal complaint.
In other words, Chester isnt looking for servants.
Hes looking for his people.
If you believe that the best relationships involve mutual respect, healthy boundaries, a sense of humor, and a ridiculous amount of affection from a gray-and-white tiger-striped goofball who has already overcome more than any cat should have to, Chester Copperpot would very much like to interview you for the position of Favorite Human.
Please submit your application. Chester will pretend not to care.
He absolutely cares.
Your adoption fee of $120 contributes to the cost of veterinary treatments performed by the CNY Cat Coalition that this cat has received, such as spay/neuter, rabies and distemper vaccines, testing, deworming medication, and flea and ear mite treatments. This cat is microchipped as well.
Application: https://www.cnycatcoalition.org/adoption/
LUNA
Domestic Short Hair
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Syracuse, New York
female, medium, adult
Domestic Short Hair
Syracuse, New York
