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About Ottis
Meet Ottis — an affectionate and dignified gentleman seeking a calm, loving home.
Ottis is a 5-year-old Russian Blue (without papers) who came into ARK’s care through no fault of his own. Having known only one home prior to surrender, the move into care has understandably been unsettling for him. For that reason, we would love to see Ottis settled into his forever home sooner rather than later, so he doesn’t have to adjust twice.
Ottis is a big, handsome boy with a short, dense coat in classic blue-grey. He weighs 6.9 kgs.
True to his breed, he is highly intelligent and observant, with an excellent memory — especially when it comes to the people he learns to trust.
He is also an excellent traveller, having completed an epic road trip across Australia from east to west and back again with ease.
Ottis is not immediately outgoing and needs a little time to feel safe in new surroundings. That said, he is adaptable — it took him just four days to relax and bond with his foster mum, which in the grand scheme of a cat’s life is barely a blink.
He has charmed the staff at our vet clinic with his impeccable manners, even when having his temperature taken!
He is best suited to a kind, patient person who enjoys doting on their cat. Once settled, Ottis reveals his true nature: a loving, affectionate companion who forms deep bonds with his chosen human.
Ottis appears more comfortable with female humans, likely because that’s what he has always known. Like most cats, he thrives in a quiet household where his boundaries are respected.
He prefers to be an only pet, though he can coexist contentedly with dogs. He would not be suited to a home with other cats.
Ottis is fastidiously clean, dislikes a dirty litter tray, and takes great pride in keeping himself well groomed. He lives indoors exclusively.
Ottis is healthy and has clearly been much loved and well cared for throughout his life. While he is settling nicely into foster care, a stable and permanent home would be far better for him than a prolonged stay in care.
If you’re looking for a loyal, intelligent companion and are happy to make him the centre of your universe, Ottis may be the perfect match for you.
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
Adoption details
Dogs:
(1) The first step is to complete the online adoption application form at https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/ Please answer all questions and include photos of your yard and fencing.
(2) All applications will be considered by our Adoption Team, following which a "meet and greet" will be offered to the top-ranking applicant.
(3) If the “meet and greet" is successful, the applicant may adopt the dog and take him or her home the same day.
(4) For successful interstate applicants, different arrangements may apply and will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
Cats:
If you are interested in one of our cats or kittens, please click on the green "Enquire about ...", button, tell us a bit about yourself and the home you can offer the cat, and one of our volunteers will be in touch.
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