oppie

Oppie is a two year old neutered male cat, up to date on vaccines. He does well with other cats. Here’s what his foster volunteer says about him after a week in their care:

How would you describe the cat's general personality? Cuddly, sweet but a bit reserved at first. Once he feels comfortable, he actively seeks out attention and loves being pet on the top of his head and along his back. He enjoys sleeping beside his people and is happiest when he can curl up next to you for snuggles at bedtime.

Does the cat enjoy being pet? If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? YES, he loves to be pet on the top of the head and along his back.

Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? He does not like his belly or his face being touched.

Does the cat come on your lap? Not so much, but he likes to sit right next to you.

Does the cat like to be held?

No

Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes

Does the cat seek your attention? YES

Does the cat like to play? What are the cat's favorite games and toys? Yes he loves to play. His favorite toys are his wand toys and his 3-way tunnel.

How vocal is the cat? What kinds of sounds does the cat make? He likes to meow at night but is not the most vocal cat.

Does the cat scratch a scratcher? If no, please explain. Yes

Does the cat always use the litter box? If no, please explain. Yes, but sometime he may leave unwanted bits outside of the litter box.

What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Is the cat picky about food? What is the cat's favorite treat?

Oppie is eating his medicated cat food, 4 times a day. He is picky about his food. His favorite treat is his tiny spoonful of pumpkin puree.

What medication is the cat on, and how is it administered? Oppie is currently on an antibiotic eye medication which needs to be administered and blinked onto his eyelids when he’s stressed (such as moving homes). He is also on prescription cat food, and when he uses gabapentin, we will mix it into his pumpkin puree.

Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances?

No

Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you?

No

Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Oppie will love bite when he feels like he isn't getting the attention he deserves.

Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No

To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful?

Fearful but will come out for pets after.

If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? No but in his former home he lived happily with another cat and enjoyed its companionship.

Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions?

In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Oppie loves to cuddle and is the sweetest cat. If you would like a cat that is excited for bedtime so he can snuggle up next to you, then this is the cat to adopt.

What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Oppie does not like being held and will fight his way out. The best way to deliver his eye medication is when he relaxed and already snuggled up next to you after a few pets on the top of the head.