Adoption information
About Ares
Meet Ares: The Brave Little Explorer 🛡️🐟
Don’t let his name fool you—while Ares might be named after the god of war, he is actually a gentle soul who prefers peaceful snuggles over any kind of conflict. He is a handsome, distinguished gentleman of about three years old who is looking for a steady "commander" to lead him to his forever home.
The Personality Scoop 🍦
Ares is a unique blend of a brave explorer and a sensitive sweetheart. He has a very "cool" exterior, but once the walls come down, he’s all about the love.
Independent Explorer: Ares loves to investigate his surroundings. He’s not a "velcro" cat who will be under your feet 24/7; he likes to do his own thing and scout out the best spots in the house. 🕵️♂️🐾
The Social Butterfly (Cat & Dog Edition!): Ares is a total pro when it comes to other animals. He is excellent with other cats and is surprisingly unfazed by dogs. He’s the perfect addition to a multi-pet household! 🐶🐱🤝
The Bedtime Bond: While he is timid at first, Ares has a secret: he loves to snuggle. Once he trusts you, his favorite thing in the world is hopping onto the bed to sleep right beside you. 🛏️💖
Playtime & Favourites 🧸
Plushie Hunter: Ares has a soft spot for small plushie fish and mice. You’ll often find him batting them around or carrying them to his favorite "base camp." 🐟🐭
Sudden Movement Scout: Ares is a bit jumpy when it comes to fast, sudden movements. He prefers a life that moves at a steady, predictable pace where he can feel in control of his environment. 🚫⚡
The Ultimate Affection: To Ares, the greatest treat isn't a snack—it's the honor of sleeping on the bed with you. It’s his way of saying, "You’re my person." 💤✨
His Perfect Match 🏠
Ares is a "cat’s cat" who needs a specific kind of sanctuary to feel his best:
A Feline Wingman is Essential: Ares draws a lot of confidence from his furry friends. He must go to a home with at least one other feline friend and would not be happy as a solo cat. 🐈⬛🤝🐈
No Tiny Humans: Because he can be startled by sudden movements, Ares is looking for an adults-only home (or one with very calm, older teenagers). 🚫👶
Patience is Key: Ares needs a human who understands that trust is earned. If you give him the time and space he needs, he will eventually become your most loyal bedtime companion. 🧡
Ares has spent his life exploring, but he’s ready to end his journey in your arms (or at least on your duvet). Is there a spot on your bed for this brave explorer? 🛡️✨
To apply to adopt Ares click the link below to our website:
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
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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.
