Sammie is very comfortable with just me, but she gets anxious around other people because I rarely have guests. She has never seen another pet. She is not the kind of cat to sit on my lap or be picked up, but she will sit next to me on the couch and she cuddles up next to me while I'm sleeping.
Pet's Name:
Samantha (Sammie)
Cat: Primary Breed:
Domestic Short Hair
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
July 2020
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Second Chance Animal Shelter, Arlington, VT
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
Yes, with some or all of the rest of her litter
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
January 2021
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
15
Primary Color:
Black
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Cat Dancer toy and other wand toys. Also practicing some commands with the clicker
Does your cat have any amusing or peculiar habits, like 'chattering' at birds through the window or fetching toys?:
I used a clicker to train her to sit and lie down for treats, and she loved doing that. We haven't practiced it much lately. She also adored a small puffball owl that she found somewhere in the apartment I rented and kept it for several yrs till it disintegrated.
What is the most adorable thing about your cat?:
She cuddles up with me at night, also likes to find the highest place to sit
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
no
Has your cat ever been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your cat has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):
Allergies (environmental or food-related)
Anxiety Issues
Arthritis or Joint Pain
Chronic Sneezing or Congestion
Dental Disease
Digestive Issues
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)
Kidney Disease
Litter Box Avoidance
Seizures
Skin Conditions
Upper Respiratory Infections
Urinary Tract Issues or Crystals
Other
Additional notes about your cat’s health history::
Anxious about nail clipping, esp if she has to travel for it. I now use a service that comes to my home.
Purr-sonality:
Friendly to Family
Friendly to Strangers
Timid/Shy
Enjoys being picked up
Affectionate
Vocal
Bonded Pair
Good with Other Cats
Good with Dogs
Good with Young Children
Purebred
Declawed
Sprays or Marks Territory
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Sammie has never seen another cat or a dog. She would probably be most comfortable with a single person or a couple with no other pets and no small children
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Schedule, No Time
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
I need to travel often to help my elderly father and my grandchildren, I have a great cat sitter but I don't like leaving Sammie alone so much. Also, she is anxious around my grandchildren and I want them to be able to visit without worrying about whether Sammie will hiss at them.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
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?:
South Deerfield Veterinary Clinic, South Deerfield, MA
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Mostly dry food, though she is starting to like a few dabs of wet food separately
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
SUNDERLAND, MA
Zip Code:
01375
How did you hear about us?:
Other Referral
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Elaine Contant (Sammie's cat sitter)
Service Level:
Standard Placement: Full Support + Custom Profile