Meet Diego — a 1‑year‑old buff orange DSH with all the sunshine, silliness, and sweetness people adore in classic orange cats. Diego is the kind of cat who makes every day feel a little brighter. He’s social, affectionate, and genuinely delighted to meet new people. Whether he’s trotting over for attention, chirping a greeting, or flopping down dramatically for belly rubs, Diego has a way of making everyone around him smile.He’s also an adventurer at heart. Diego loves exploring new spaces, checking out whatever his humans are up to, and being part of the action. He’s confident, curious, and always ready to show his future family just how perfectly he fits into their lives. If you’re looking for a cat who brings energy, joy, and companionship, Diego is absolutely your guy.Diego previously lived in a home with another male cat and did wonderfully — no issues, no drama, just easy coexistence. He also lived with children under 10 and was fantastic with them. His gentle nature, patience, and love of attention make him a great match for families, multi‑pet homes, or anyone wanting a friendly, people‑oriented companion.Despite being young and full of personality, Diego has a soft, sweet side too. He loves being near his humans, enjoys pets and affection, and settles in beautifully once he knows he’s safe and loved. He’s the perfect blend of playful and cuddly, confident and kind.If you’re searching for a cat who will greet you at the door, follow you around the house, and bring warmth and laughter into your home, Diego is ready to start his next adventure — with you.Diego's adoption fee is $50, which helps support their medical care and preparation for adoption.Please note: All of our animals are spayed/neutered and up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations. Each pet also receives a behavioral assessment to help us better understand the type of home they may thrive in. However, it’s important to remember that the results may not fully reflect an animal’s true personality, as shelter and foster environments can be stressful. If you are interested in meeting any of our animals, we encourage you to first visit our website and submit an adoption application: https://www.acskc.org/adopt-1Once your adoption application has been approved, we will call you to set up an appointment to meet with the pet! We welcome adopters from out of state to apply! _When it comes to our pets, we're all-inclusive! ACSKC Health Care for Each Adopted Pet Includes:Dogs: Preventatives for parasites, vaccines (Kennel Cough, Distemper, Rabies), spay/neuter, microchip, behavioral assessment.Cats: Parasite treatment, FeLV/FIV testing, deworming for kittens, vaccines (Distemper, Rabies), spay/neuter, microchip.What You’ll Take Home:Toys, treats, and food sampleRabies tag, microchip number, and medical recordsA “Pet Pal Packet” with feeding info, training tips, and guidance for helping your new pet adjust
