Nugget

Pet's Name: Nugget

Cat: Primary Breed: Domestic Short Hair

Birthdate, estimate is okay: 12/21/2020

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: Cat Distribution System - Found near my apartment

Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: 4/21/2021

Gender: Male

Size (at full grown): Medium

Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 15

Primary Color: Black

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Nugget’s favorite toys include laser pointers, teaser wands, and basically anything with catnip. When you aren’t playing with him, you can find him bird/people watching in the window, napping in his cat tree, or at your side looking for a snuggle! He also enjoys watching cat tv (videos of birds, squirrels, etc.) and listening to soothing music for cats.

Does your cat have any amusing or peculiar habits, like "chattering" at birds through the window or fetching toys?: Nugget will chatter occasionally when at the window. He’s also harness trained, but we’ve only taken him outside a couple times. These excursions outside were semi-successful, as he would walk for a bit, but get overwhelmed and lie down. With more practice, he may be a great walking companion! He’ll let you dress him up for Halloween, too!

What is the most adorable thing about your cat?: Nugget is a very playful and energetic cat, which makes for a very entertaining companion. The most adorable thing about him, though, is when he’s wanting to snuggle. He’ll very politely walk up to you and ask for love and cuddles, typically when you’re sitting/reclined, and lay on your chest face to face with you. During these moments, he’ll be especially grateful for some chin and ear scritches! He’ll even let you hold him like a baby (on his back), if you feel so inclined. He’ll also make biscuits for you if you have a soft, fluffy blanket

Medical History and Care:

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: Nugget was diagnosed with Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC) in April of 2024. He needs a prescription diet and daily medication (currently prescribed amitriptyline). Very important note: this is a diet that he will need to be on for the rest of his long, adorable life, and any changes (unless recommended by a Vet) can cause Nugget to be hospitalized or pass away. We’ve been feeding him Royal Canine Feline Urinary SO which he really seems to like, but the vet also gave us the option of Hills Feline c/d or Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets UR St/Ox. As for his medicine, he happily takes his daily pill in a Greenies Pill Pocket and especially loves the salmon flavor. We will gladly supply Nugget’s new family with a bag of prescription kibble and a few cans of wet food to allow some flexibility with getting a new prescription under their name. It should also be noted, we were planning on getting him neutered, but the vet was cautious because the surgery may cause undue stress and send him into another FIC episode, resulting in hospitalization. Additionally, he would have to temporarily stop his medication for the surgery, which, unfortunately, with his current living situation, has not been an option for us.

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How is your cat with other cats?:

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: We would prefer a home without other cats as Nugget has not adjusted well to having other cats in his space.

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Incompatible with Other Pets

Rehoming reason details (if necessary): My partner and I moved in together in January of 2024. They have two cats, and we tried slow introductions, using recommendations from our vet. Unfortunately, during this time, and likely due to stress, Nugget experienced a urinary blockage and was diagnosed with FIC. We drastically changed our approach, again, based on vet recommendations. However, he is still not adjusting to the other two cats. After almost a year of trying, we think Nugget simply needs to be in a single cat home. He had previously lived with a dog (Pitbull-medium size), and that seemed fine. We love Nugget dearly. However, he clearly isn’t happy in this new living situation, and we hope to find a home suitable for his medical and social needs.

If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :

How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes

Who is your veterinarian?: Auburn Pet Clinic

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Royal Canine Feline Urinary SO

Do you have pet insurance for your pet? : No

Would you consider a long distance adoption?:

City, State: Roseville, CA

Zip Code: 95678

How did you hear about us?: Google Search

Service Level: No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service