Gerald

My story

Name, age: Gerald, 8yoLikes: Treats, sitting by an open window/breeze, sleeping, resting in his favourite hiding spots (under couch, behind curtain, in carrier)Dislikes: Having his stomach/underside being touched, rough brushing or petting, sudden or aggressive movements in his direction, loud sudden noises in his directionWhat would be the ideal home? A quiet home with lots of time/space for himselfGood with other cats? Unknown, but he is FIV+Good with dogs? UnknownGood with children? UnknownPersonality: Independent, laid-back, not very active, quiet, shyHow long will it take to settle into a new environment? A few weeks at leastAny special needs or traits an adopter should know? He is FIV+, so should be the only cat or housed with other FIV+ cats. He is a lot more favorable to brushing or gentle petting if he’s being fed a creamy treat! He has very few teeth, but he does okay with dry food/treats (though prefers wet food/treats). He does not bite or scratch, but will hiss, growl, or headbutt your hand if he is feeling overstimulated or if you are in his space. Very food motivated and has never had any trouble eating, even on the first night in a new home. A bit shy around people at first and mostly hangs out in favorite hiding spots (carrier, under couch, on a bench behind a curtain) but isn’t aggressive towards strangers.If you think Gerald is the one for you - fill out an application today!

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