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Iceman (special Needs), Domestic Shorthair For Adoption In Bolton, Connecticut

United States, Connecticut, Bolton
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Iceman (special Needs), Domestic Shorthair For Adoption In Bolton, Connecticut
United States, Connecticut, Bolton,
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Sex: Male
Age: Adult
Hair: Short
Color: Orange or red (mostly)
Breed: Domestic shorthair
Name: Iceman (special needs)
Donation link: https://paws4lifect.com/how-to-help

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** SPECIAL NEEDS ** Iceman is a 6 year old orange tabby cat with white accents.  He was found hanging around outside with another cat we took in (Maverick).  One of the most unique characteristics about Iceman is his huge thumbs!  Iceman is what's known as polydactyl, which means he was born with extra toes on all 4 paws!!!  Like his name, Iceman has been pretty chilly around the other cats. He seems to have a love/hate relationship with them. We feel he will be best as a solo cat for someone who just wants to give him love and attention and treats!!!!!  He wants to be where people are and often wants to sit on a lap if available.  He is very food motivated - he will put his paw on your foot while you make him his breakfast and dinner. Iceman can be sassy and will need an experienced cat owner who knows how to read his cues.  He does get a little over excited and is known to grab onto feet.  He does not usually put his nails out, but an any potential adopter needs to be aware of Iceman's behaviors.  We know Iceman will be a great cat to the right person.  Iceman was diagnosed with HCM (Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy) with equivocal left atrial enlargement and reduced left ventricular systolic function). This means that his life expectancy may be shortened, but no one really knows for sure.  At his last echocardiogram in August 2024, the vet noted that his myocardial disease was stable (from his prior echocardiogram in February 2024) and that he does not need to have annual echocardiograms - which is amazing news! The recommendation is for Iceman to continue on his 2 medications and that that rechecks of his echo should be done as needed based on clinical progression.



Cats are negative for FelV/FIV, receive age-appropriate vaccines and deworming, are spayed/neutered and are microchipped (free lifetime registration with adoption).



All of our pets go home with a "Go Home Goody Bag" that includes a starter supply of food, treats, toys, and a voucher for a free month of pet insurance from Trupanion.



Location: Bolton, CT
Adoption Fee: Adoption fee waived to an approved adopter


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Adoption process

Adoptions need to complete our adoption application and once received, our Adoption Counselor will call you to discuss your application to get to know you and your family. We will conduct a home visit and call your vet for a reference. Once you application is approved, you are able to meet the animal (s) you are interested in. If it's a match, you will need to sign an adoption contract and pay the adoption fee.

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We are a foster-based organization and do not have a brick and mortar building. Once your application is approved, we will schedule a mutually agreeable time for you to meet the animal (s) you are interested in.
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    Like the domestic long-haired cat, this is not a breed, but a non-breed classification of mixed-breed cats. Domestic cat (Felis catus) A domestic short-haired cat is a cat of mixed ancestry—thus not belonging to any particular recognized cat breed—possessing a coat of short fur. In British English, they are often referred to as moggies. Domestic short-haired cats should not be confused with the British Shorthair, American Shorthair, or other standardized breeds with "Shorthair" names, which are breeds recognized by various registries. Domestic short-haireds are the most common cat in the United States, accounting for around 90–95% of their number. Other generic terms include house cat and alley cat (the latter may be used more specifically to refer to feral specimens). The term tabby cat technically refers to a coat pattern, but is also often used as a general term for cats of this sort.