My name is V8!

Hello, I'm V8! I got my name due to my purr that hums like an engine-- as soon as my friends are nearby, I'm purring non-stop! While I absolutely love company from my trusted humans, I can be pretty shy around new people. You see, both of my left legs were injured in the time before I came to CMHS-- so I need some extra time to feel safe (and may still be a little skittish even after I'm settled in). Once I trust you, my favorite thing is to be pet! I'll twist and flop and even grab your hand with my paw to get all of the rubs and scritches, and even start to drool because I'm just so happy. While I might get around a little differently than other cats, I certainly don't let it slow me down. I love to play with catnip mice and crinkle balls, and pounce on your feet as they move under the covers. I even like to climb my cat tree!

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This cat came to the shelter as a stray with multiple injuries. While she has healed some, she will likely have life-long orthopedic abnormalities that may require management by her adopter. Her left wrist is partially fused, so that she is unable to fully extend the limb to place it while walking. Her left hip joint was fractured on intake and is in the process of healing. Due to the way her fracture is healing, this leg is slightly shorter than the right and is causing her patella (knee cap) to slide out of place while she walks. It's possible that as she continues to grow, her musculoskeletal system will compensate to help correct this. Follow-up with a veterinary orthopedist may be beneficial to explore all options for corrective management or surgery, if desired by the adopter.