Herbert

Herbert, or Herbie to his friends, is an adorably handsome young man with a very sweet nature and a heart that just needed a little help learning to trust. Herbie came into care as a stray, having never really experienced human contact before. The world of people was all a little unfamiliar and scary, but with the patience of one of our amazing foster carers, a safe place to call home and, of course, a generous supply of roast chicken, Herbie has come such a long way.

He might take a little time to warm up, but honestly, the wait is worth every second. Once Herbie decides you’re his person and that you’re someone he can trust, you get to see just how lovely life with this boy can be. He’ll happily snuggle up on your lap, purring away as soon as he receives a few kisses on the head. When he’s feeling particularly happy, you’ll be treated to the most adorable little chirrups mixed in with his purring. And once you’ve made it into his inner circle, he’ll start seeking you out himself, giving you little nudges to let you know that cuddles are very much overdue. His favourite sleeping spot? Curled up at the end of his human’s bed, naturally.

Herbie loves to play and is a big fan of chasing balls and dangly toys. He is not particularly impressed by the dog in his foster home, however, and would much prefer a quieter household where he can feel safe and settle in at his own pace. An adult home or one with older, understanding children would be ideal.

There is something incredibly special about giving a kitten like Herbie a chance. Without rescue, patience and a wonderful foster home, he may well have spent his life living on the streets, never knowing the comfort of a warm bed, a full tummy or someone to love him. Instead, he’s discovered that humans can be pretty wonderful after all, and now he’s ready for the next chapter.

Herbie isn’t necessarily going to be the kitten who runs straight up to greet you on day one, but he will become the kitten who makes your whole world a little brighter once he knows he’s home. If you have a little patience, a quiet home and perhaps the occasional piece of roast chicken to help seal the deal, Herbie might just be the most rewarding little addition to your family. 

Please note that Herbert will need to be an inside cat for safety due to his fair skin. Cats and kittens with light noses and/or ears are more susceptible to getting sunburnt, and in turn, getting skin cancer. 

All AWL NSW kittens and cats come litter trained, desexed, microchipped and will have received their first vaccination.

AWL NSW Rehoming Organisation Number: R251000222

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