Adoption information
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About Nugget STK010003
Nugget came to us very timid and scared so he was placed into foster care away from the hustle and bustle of the shelter.
Whilst Nugget has come a very long way in foster care he will require an experienced and patient human to continue working with him.
His perfect home is one with a friendly feline to play with and teach him and without young children.
FROM NUGGET'S FOSTER HOME
For the first 10 days he stayed in my daughter’s room (in her bed) and came out only to eat/drink and toilet (he did this in the darkness). From very early on he liked my daughter to tickle his belly (whilst undercover of course).
When Nugget first came to us, he feared everything – noise, light, people and sudden movements. Now he listens to birds sing and cars drive by, and it doesn’t spook him. Comes out during the daytime and is no longer afraid of us.
Nugget still doesn’t like sudden movements and is wary of strangers, but he for the most part is like a regular cat. He will tolerate being picked up, but he doesn’t particularly like it. He is happy playing with toys himself, but he really seems to enjoy playing/spending time with our two kittens and being with us for company and playtimes – having said that he does happily run around chasing toy mice and balls etc.
Most definitely Nugget will be fine with other friendly cat/s and older respectful children are fine (my daughter is 12 and my son is 14) – younger children may be a bit fast for him, but he is learning that the world is a safe place.
He still likes to sleep (under cover) during daytime naps but happily comes out to play. Nugget is gradually sleeping less during the day and going to bed earlier at night (which is good).
One particularly beautiful aspect of Nugget’s nature is that he has not a trace of aggression.
Adoption details
Simply note the ID number and the cats name and visit our hostel at 200 Elder Street in Greensborough. Alternatively you can call the hostel on 8457 6500. We are currently open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm / Sat-Sun 10am-3pm.
You should bring proof of your current address and preferably photo identification such as your driving license. You can only adopt a cat for yourself we do not allow animals to leave with third parties. If you are wishing to adopt a cat as a present for someone, bring them with you as cats are individuals and bond with different people in different ways, the cat you may choose, may not choose your friend! It is also important to allocate time for adoption and we recommend you allow at least a couple of hours to get to know the cat and do the necessary paperwork.
When you visit you will get to meet the cat and as this is a very important decision for both you and the cat you choose we will want to ensure the two of you are compatible and that you understand what will be involved in taking the cat into your home.
We will want to be satisfied that you are prepared to be a responsible pet owner. Responsible pet owners at the most basic level, have their pets registered, micro-chipped and de-sexed unless they are registered breeders. They also understand the issues involved in being able to properly care and take responsibility for the welfare of their pets. Most Councils in Victoria have limits on the numbers of cats you may own without a permit. It is important to check with your Council if you already own the limit and obtain a permit for the extra cat before adoption. We will require to see your permit.
We will answer any questions you have regarding cat care and help you to obtain any support you may need.
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.
