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My basic info
Breed
Turkish Van
Color
White (Mostly)
Age
Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
083115 C Nelson
Hair Length
short
My details
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
"Nelson" aka "Snowman" is a Turkish Van mix cat. This is one big boy and you need to see this guy in action to really appreciate his greatness! When he trots towards you he looks like a polar bear. He is snow white with the Turkish Van piebald spotting gene on his head and tail (white with cinnamon accents). He has the Turkish Van bi-colored eyes, one blue and one yellow, also called "odd-eyed". He’s so handsome.
Nelson loves people and just wants to be with them. He will follow his person everywhere and sit next to you as you watch TV, cook or type on the computer. He is quiet and loving and is a soft talker. He is very easy going and loves to be picked up and carried around or snuggled on your lap. He is not a long haired cat but his pelt feels thick and polar-bear like. His dense white fur may even have an undercoat.
We are looking for a family for him that does not have young children as he sometimes nips when over stimulated. It's like love bites but might scare a young child. He needs a dedicated person to teach him that fingers and toes are off-limits. Cat savvy kids over 12 would be fine. Since Nelson follows you everywhere, he can walk right under your feet, so seniors might not be a good match. It would be terrible if someone tripped and fell because of his close walking. Nelson prefers to be an only cat, as he is dominant around other cats. A geriatric dog that is cat savvy would be OK with this big guy.
Nelson has a pink nose and no interest in being outside. He is neutered, vaccinated and healthy. Nelson is eight years old. EVERYONE falls in love with him. When you see him greet you he makes you smile. He loves to be pet and brushed and likes to be held. He uses the litter box very well!
Nelson is located in San Rafael, California. Please contact: Constanza at 415-497-0818
Or email: constanzaperry@gmail.com
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