Sage

My story

This pet needs emergency placement. Please click here to go to our emergency placement page for more information.Sage is on the at-risk list due to behavior. He is not thriving in the care center and continues to display potentially challenging behavior during interactions. He is extremely intelligent and high energy, and needs to expend energy constructively with interactive play sessions 3-4X/day. In addition to playtime, this cat would also benefit from mental exercise from activities such as puzzle toys/games, lick mats, or clicker training. Without providing activity for his mind and body, the cat may react with rough play, potentially resulting in bite/scratch incidents. This cat seeks attention but will also display signs of overstimulation, which may escalate to a bite/scratch incident. It is in his best interest to move out of the kennel environment and into a stable home as quickly as possible. He would do best in a home with adopters who are willing to give him plenty of time and space to adjust, and who have experience with feline body language, overstimulation, rough play, and who have the time to invest in managing these behaviors on a consistent basis to avoid bite/scratch incidents.What my friends at ACC say about me:I lived with children in my previous home.Cheek and chin scratches make me so happy!I have been known to shower my favorite people in love!I love getting pets and - you guessed it - snuggles!Sage solicits attention and accepts petting but may be assertively demanding of attention or may play roughly. Due to all the described behaviors we feel that this cat will do best in an experienced cat parent home.A volunteer writes: When one door closes, just try to open it with your head. Something like that, Sage isn't sure about his idioms but he's very sure that he wants to be in the center of the action. On his mission to do just that, he tries to do everything at the same time. You might see Sage rolling around at the front showing the world his belly or taking matters into his own paws and attempting to walk himself out. I took Sage up on his emphatic offers and he took a running leap into my lap. Interesting choice! But wait, there's more. Realizing he had taken me by surprise, Sage returned to his condo to sprawl out like some kind of frog with paws splayed out in every direction and then he tries again... and again. Though Sage is easily distracted by his ample toy collection, he's a high energy guy who tends to swish his tail in tempo. Sage's big idea plans can sometimes come on all at once, which is why he's hoping to find someone who will take the time and space to get to know him. Primary Color: Gray Weight: 10.3 Age: 1yrs 7mths 0wks

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Sage, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.