Obi Wan's Info...
| Breed: | Domestic Shorthair | Color: | Brown Tabby | Age: | Adult |
| Sex: | Male | Hair: | Short |
I am already neutered, up to date with shots, declawed, not good with kids, not good with dogs, and not good with cats.
My name is Obi Wan—everyone says that I am a wonderful cat! I like to snuggle up next to you, and sleep on various soft surfaces, such as blankets, beds, and couches. I am very quiet and don't like loud noises or startling sounds. It generally takes me some time to get used to new places (and I HATE adoption fairs), but once I’m comfortable, it’s like I’ve always lived there.
Like most cats, I tend to sleep curled up peacefully in a patch of sunlight during the day or on a window sill. I don’t have any front claws. I love to get petted and scratched. I’m really smart. I’ve figured out when are the best times to insist on a good scratching and am always able to get what I want.
Catnip, which I love, makes me kind of crazy—people say its fun to watch my nutty behavior. Not being a kitten any more, I’m more likely to nap and purr than to jump and play. I can and do jump, though, if I need to get up high (and am quite the elegant jumper, if I do say so myself).
I eat prescription food-- wet and dry which you can get from most vets. This food helps to regulate the pH in my urine so that my urinary tract stays healthy. I love my special food so feeding me is never a problem. I also get a small dosage of liquid medicine a few times a week. I’m very good about taking my medicine.
I am about 7 years old, declawed, neutered, current on vaccines and tested negative for feline leukemia and FIV. I would probably prefer a home without other pets, but a friendly, low key cat might be ok. Older children are ok, but young (noisy) children might make me anxious. I am very loving and sooo sweet. I just know I'll be a great addition to your family!
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The 4Paws Rescue Team is a nonprofit community-based all volunteer organization that takes in neglected, abandoned, abused and unwanted cats and kittens. Cats rescued by 4Paws receive vaccines and appropriate veterinary care before being adopted into permanent, loving homes. An animal rescued by 4Paws will never be euthanized except out of medical necessity.
Additionally, 4Paws is dedicated to supporting the management of populations and improving the health of feral cat colonies. 4Paws volunteers also hold seminars in local schools to teach children the importance of responsible pet care.
4Paws is a qualified public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All contributions are fully tax deductible as allowed by law. A copy of our FY2005 annual report may be viewed by clicking here.
The 4Paws Rescue Team participates in the Combined Federal Campaign and Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign. Federal Government workers can contribute to 4Paws through payroll deductions by designating #34517. Virginia State Employees may contribute through their payroll by designating #3472.
Adoption fairs are held once or twice a month at various PETCO stores in Northern Virginia. The adoption fairs are usually held on Saturday’s from 1:00 to 5:00. Between 30 and 60 cats and kittens are shown for adoption at each fair—with the larger fairs generally occurring April through October.
While they are waiting to find permanent loving homes, our cats temporarily live in foster homes. The foster families bring the cats and kittens to the adoption fairs to be seen by potential adopters. Applicants have the opportunity to handle the cats and in some cases, meet the foster parents who can provide additional insight into a cat’s habits and personality.
At the adoption fairs, if you meet a kitten or cat that you want to adopt, you will be asked to complete an application and contract and leave a check for the adoption fee ($95 for an adult or $125 for un-neutered kitten of which $50 is a deposit that is refunded after you provide 4Paws proof of sterilization). We ask that you pay the adoption fee up front at the fairs in order to “put a hold” on the cat until your application is processed. If your application is not approved, your check is returned to you.
Neither cats nor kittens are sent to their new homes on the day of the fair. It usually takes 4-5 days to process the application before the cat can go to his or her adoptive home. Pre-approval is an option, though. To accelerate the adoption process, you can fax a completed application and contract to us at 703-560-9795 a few days before the fair. Adoption Applications are available on this website.
Adopting rescued cats and kittens to Northern Virginia, Washington D. C., and Maryland communities.