Size
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Details
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston About Holly from her foster home: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Holly is a sweet cat that loves to receive attention and scratches! She is smart, curious, and is also a great sleeper that snoozes throughout the day. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, Holly loves getting scratches and pets, and will often come up to you to get pets, especially in the morning and when I come back home from work. She will also accept scratches and pets when she is napping and will make biscuits in her half sleep, which is super cute. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? She loves head, chin and cheek scratches the most! She will melt right into them. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She doesn’t seem to enjoy touches on her lower back, or her paws. Does the cat come on your lap? She will step on me to get to things she wants but does not cuddle in my lap. Does the cat like to be held? Not particularly, but she tolerates it for short moments. Does the cat sleep in your bed? She likes to rotate where she sleeps, which includes the bed! In my bed, she liked to curl up on top of my legs or next to me. Sometimes, she will crawl up to my chest and sit there for a moment for extra attention. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, definitely. She wants you to be near her in whatever activity she is doing, even when she is just napping. Sometimes, she will get whiny at night when I am going to sleep, as she realizes she will not be getting my attention anymore. Sometimes, she will jump into the bed with me and hang out nearby, get scratches, and make more biscuits. Does the cat like to play? Holly loves to play, but she gets tired of playing after she hunts the same object a few times. What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She likes to catch prey on a fishing rod, and then will play tug of war with me, until she drags across the floor! How vocal is the cat? Pretty vocal. She greets me hello in the morning or when I come back from work, and will meow loudly at nighttime when she wants attention. She can be very loud if she is feeling particularly whiny. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? Meows, chirps, hisses (rarely when she feels scared) Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes. However, she peed in a cardboard box twice, so I recommend not having empty cardboard boxes lying around the house. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? She is currently getting 2 small cans of fancy feast cans daily (breakfast and dinner), and a little bit of dry food before I go to sleep. Is the cat picky about food? Holly is not picky about food, but she doesn’t eat all her portion of food in one sitting. She will eat a few bites at a time and come back to the food over many hours. What is the cat's favorite treat? Holly LOVES Churus. However, she will also enjoy other treats, such as the Greenies dental treats. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Yes, when she is unhappy, and I try petting or touching her. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Yes, when she is unhappy, more in the beginning when she was still adjusting to the environment. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? No. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Holly will be fearful of new people at first, especially if you are standing or leaning over her. She seems to dislike it when people tower over her. However, if you are willing to sit down, offer a hand to sniff, and give her space in her hiding corner, she will eventually come out to investigate. She will be more receptive of new people if they come with treats as well! Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? Holly will nap and hang around her current nap spot for more than 80% of the day. I would say her favorite activity is napping! However, when I come by her nap spot to give her some scratches, she will drop down from her nap spot and follow me around to beg for more pets! She also likes to sit by the window and stare at cars zooming by. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? She is a very soft and pretty kitty that looks like a black fluffy teddy bear. If you want a cute, chill companion who is a big fan of attention and scratches, this cat may be for you! What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? I haven’t had any big challenges fostering Holly. Small ones would include her peeing in cardboard boxes, which is easily avoided by not having empty cardboard boxes around, and her meowing at night for attention when I am trying to sleep. To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston. January 10, 2025, 8:36 am
