Persian
Yankee
If you are interested in this cat, do not send an email, please fill out an adoption application with the link below. Read the adoption bio fully. If you apply, please fill out the application thoroughly and with detail. We are a strict NO DECLAW rescue. Please do not apply if at any point you’d consider declawing this or any other cat. Check your email (AND your spam) for our reply. The application link is near the end of this bio.
*adopter is chosen based on the best fit for each cat, not first come.
SPECIFICS
Purebred Persian: White with brown patch tabby, copper eyes, neutered male, 5 years, 8 lbs, has claws.
Cat friendly: Yes, slow introductions.
Dog friendly: Maybe. Has never seen or met one. If a dog is part of the family, it must be 100% mellow.
Kid friendly: Cat savvy older teens (13+) in a quiet home may be fine.
Special needs: Requires an Rx diet for urinary balance. Currently eating Hills CD stress with enormous success.
GETTING TO KNOW ME
Yankee is a big old smushy teddy bear kitty. His thick coat with the adorable brown patches makes him look just like a soft teddy bear waddling down the hallway. His golden eyes will follow you wherever you go hoping for some scritches and gentle pets. He is growing out of a lion cut so he looks like a cloud of stuffing. Once fully coated, expect to do daily combing to keep him mat free. No brushing for Yankee. Get a good grooming comb. (I really like Chris Christenson combs.) Like many Persians he has ongoing eye discharge and is very cooperative having them wiped with Eye Envy for that clean look.
Yankee is a bit vocal and wants to relax with his humans and a kitty companion or two because friends are a great part of life. He adapts pretty easily and with proper introductions to a new home will make you feel like he has been with you his entire life. He loves a soft bed or pillow to sprawl on as well as a window to watch the days go by.
Yankee needs a diet that will keep his urine pH balanced so his bladder is happy. He must be on a urinary diet like CD. Hills CD is available by prescription at most vet clinics. There are other brands that offer similar prescription diets. Without it, his bladder is irritated, he urinates very frequently, and the pH of his urine is sky high. He currently enjoys both the kibble and the canned varieties.
Yankee has never lived with a dog or children. He is the type that will adapt with appropriate introductions to a mellow dog or older/teenage children. He is good with other cats that are respectful. He is not dependent though on having a pet companion. He IS looking for a special human to fill his heart. He is not great at being picked up and being carried around, but he will hang with you all day if given the chance.
Yankee would do well in an apartment or a regular home. He will do great with his own individual person, a couple or a cat savvy older teenager too.
VETTING PROVIDED
To ensure ultimate health, Yankee is neutered, current on rabies and FVRCP vaccines, is FELV/FIV negative, has been dewormed and has had blood work. He has had corrective Stenotic nares surgery to allow him to breathe comfortably. He also just had a dental, was treated for parasites and is microchipped.
LOCATION AND ADOPTION
Fostered in Oshkosh, WI
Adoption fee: $400
PurrHarmony, Inc. does not transport or ship cats. We welcome long distance Adopters. Adopters must travel to the foster home or nearest airport (at the discretion of the foster parent).
Cat must be picked up within two weeks of adoption approval/acceptance unless prior arrangements have been made.
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PurrHarmony does not ship or transport foster cats. Adopters must come to meet and adopt the cat. Depending upon location, foster parents may be willing to meet at a local airport.
