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About Tom
Meet Tom: The Little Runt with a Big Spirit! ☀️
They say the best things come in small packages, and Tom is the living proof! As the runt of his litter, he might be the smallest and the calmest of the bunch, but he has a heart of gold and a resilient spirit that will make you fall in love instantly.
🐾 The Story of "Tiny Tom"
-Small but Mighty: Tom is still a little wobbly on his feet, but don’t let that fool you! He is a master at figuring out how to climb onto new things and has no trouble keeping up with his bigger siblings during playtime.
-The Playful Explorer: His favorite things include running, jumping, and tackling his brothers and sisters. He is a brave little climber who loves to test his skills before finding a quiet, comfy spot, like the top of the cat tree, for a well-earned nap.
-Sun-Seeker & Foodie: Tom’s ideal day involves finding a warm patch of sunlight to lounge in and eagerly awaiting his favourite wet food. He knows exactly when mealtime is!
💞 A Bond Like No Other
Tom is a "quality over quantity" kind of guy when it comes to friends. He can be a little shy with strangers at first, but once you’ve earned his trust, the reward is incredible:
-The Greeting Committee: He will run to the door to meet you when you get home, giving you sweet little meows to tell you how much he missed you.
-The Belly Rub Fanatic: Once he’s comfortable, he’ll hop onto the bed and "flop" onto his belly, waiting expectantly for rubs.
-A Devoted Companion: He loves to sleep right next to his favourite person, soaking up all the warmth and love you can give.
🏠 Tom’s Perfect Match
Because Tom is a sensitive soul, he is looking for a specific kind of forever home:
-A Peaceful Environment: He would thrive in a quieter home where he can settle in at his own pace.
-Patient Hearts: Owners who understand that a little extra time and effort spent bonding will lead to a lifetime of loyalty.
-A Cozy Setup: A home with plenty of sunny spots and soft beds (and maybe a cat tree!) for his frequent naps.
To apply to adopt Tom, click the link below to our website:
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
Adoption details
Our adoption process is as follows:
1. Submit an adoption application via our website at www.rescuecatsofmelbourne.com.au/adopt
2. We will be in touch with you within 48 hours if we wish to progress your application.
3. A meet and greet will then be organised so that you can meet your potential new family member!
4. Upon a successful meet and greet, an adoption day will be set for you to come and collect your new family member and sign all required paperwork
All of our cats come de-sexed, vaccinated, microchipped, flea treated, worm treated and with a clean bill of health.
Our 10-Day Health Guarantee: We want you to feel confident in your new family member’s health. We offer a 10-day cooling-off period specifically for health-related concerns. If your kitten shows signs of a pre-existing illness (such as a respiratory infection or parasite) within the first 10 days of arriving home, please contact us immediately. During this window, you have the option to return the kitten for a full refund or work with our rescue team to ensure the kitten receives the necessary care. We are committed to transparency and the wellbeing of our cats.
*Please note a price increase as of 3rd January 2026.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
The rescue group has removed this pet and it is no longer available for adoption.
The rescue group is no longer taking adoption applications for this pet.
